Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA)
Manitoba: Winnipeg Region
When We Meet
We have bi–monthly meetings on the second Thursday, from October until June.
All meetings start at 7:00 P.M.*
Meetings are held at Ralph Connor House
54 Westgate
February 8, 2024 Quiz Based on the Novels: Hilda Wagstaff and Murray Alexander
April 11, 2024 Textiles and Clothing in Jane Austen's Era: Jill Rhodes
June 13, 2024 Jane Austen: A Plague Year: Murray Alexander
October 11, 2024 Development of Language (cont'd): Janine Carney
December 12, 2024 Christmas Themed Crafts and Entertainments: Eileen Konrad
February 13, 2025 Jane Leigh Perot on Trial: Mary Field
April 10, 2025 Considering Mr. Collins: Denis Blanchet
June 12, 2025 All Things 'Tea': Lorna Pyrih and Linda Kirton
* NOTE:
Non-members: We welcome non-members who may want to find out what our meetings are like. If you'd like to join us please send us an e-mail indicating which meeting you wish to attend. Click on the 'Come as a Guest' link below.
It is very important that for each meeting we know in advance who is attending. The room set-up including seating and catering needs to be prepared ahead of time.
Members: It is the responsibility of members who are bringing a guest or guests to notify Lorna Pyrih or Celine Kear a few days in advance of the meeting.
Where We Meet
What We Do
Meetings take place at the historic Ralph Connor House at 54 Westgate, home of Manitoba writer Ralph Connor and referred to as “the house that books built.” . This heritage treasure was saved in 1939 and ultimately purchased by the University Women's Club which continues its preservation today. It is now a nationally designated historic site.
How Do I Get There?
The mansion is located on historic West Gate street. This link to Google Maps will show you how to get to the West Gate.
Parking can be a bit of a challenge. Although there is a circular drive leading up to the entrance parking is primarily on the street.
Entrance to the house is through the portico side door.
Each year we choose a theme for study. In past years we have read the authors of Jane Austen’s period; we have studied various social, historic and cultural aspects of her life and times; we have viewed films; we have discussed biographies and relevant current literature; we have given public presentations. Our present theme, one to which we return periodically, is the study of her works. We began with the minor works and the letters and for the next year will examine her novels. Next year we hope to have a special celebration for the bi –centenary of the publication of Mansfield Park.