Join the 3rd Annual Jane Austen Retreat week-end at the Wiawaka Center for Women on Lake George . Participants will join scholars and enthusiasts in exploring Jane Austen’s world through facilitated discussions of her novel, Persuasion, viewing and discussion of film adaptations of the novel, and presentations from local JASNA members. The Retreat will conclude with a picnic tea on the grounds.
In addition to planned events, the retreat will allow time for you to enjoy the splendors of the beautiful Lake George setting by exploring the cottages and grounds, the gardens, the docks and lake.
Retreat Cost
Members of JASNA: $20 Non-Members: $25
To register for the retreat make checks payable to JASNA NYS Capital Region and send to JASNA NYCR c/o Nancy Duell 56 Fifth Street Glens Falls, NY 12801. To register call Nancy Duell, Regional Coordinator at 518-321-1887 or email her at ardhn23@netscape.net.
Must make reservation for overnight stay by calling Wiawaka at 518-668-9690.
Food and Lodging will be $135/ night and includes dinner on Saturday and Breakfast and Lunch on Sunday. Lunch on Saturday may be added for an additional $12.00.
The Jane Austen Society of North America is dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. The New York Capital Region Group holds monthly meetings and sponsors events that focus on Austen’s novels and the Regency period.