Jane for Everyone
Welcome to A Year with Jane Austen, your go-to destination for celebrating the 250th anniversary of one of literature's most beloved authors! This year, we're diving into the wit, wisdom, and timeless charm of Jane Austen through a variety of events, classes, reading lists, podcast episodes, blog posts, and more—designed to delight fans of all ages.
Whether you're a devoted admirer of her novels or discovering her genius for the first time, join us as we honor Austen's enduring legacy with a year filled with inspiration, learning, and fun. Check back often for updates and surprises throughout this unforgettable celebration!
Upcoming Events
Come along with us for an evening of crafty fun! Create something you can proudly display. Craft changes quarterly. Materials provided. Sign-up for each session is recommended.
Ages 18+. A brief, fun and sometimes irreverent look at the time period that inspired Jane Austen and why her six novels continue to capture our imaginations years later. Partnership with Jane Austen Society of North America.
Age 18+.
A Jane Austen Book & Film Discussion Group
Scheduled throughout the year, we will read each of Austen’s six novels as well as screen various adaptations of the accompanying films and miniseries. The group will meet at the Library to discuss the book, film, and various spinoffs over a cup of tea.
- Saturday, Feb 15, 3pm: Sense & Sensibility. Sign up here
- Sunday, Apr 13, 3pm: Mansfield Park. Sign up here
- Sunday, June 22, 3pm: Persuasion. Sign up here
- Sunday, Aug 17, 3pm: Emma. Sign up here
- Sunday, Oct 12, 3pm: Northanger Abbey. Sign up here
- Satday, Dec 6, 2pm: Pride & Prejudice. Sign up here
Enzian Series Movie Pass:
With our special “Year with Austen” Badge you can see all 4 of our Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday Celebration films for one discounted price. Now, sit back, sip your tea, and enjoy a romp through a pastoral landscape, where everyone may be too proud or too prejudiced, but they’re always too fabulous to resist!