Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday: An Evening of Merriment and Making

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It is a truth universally acknowledged that 250 years after her birth, Jane Austen is a cultural juggernaut and original influencer. 


Calling Janeites of all ages to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th at the Central Library’s IDEA Lab and make cool Jane Austen stuff. You can:

  • Dare to try to best library staff in Austen trivia
  • Decoupage items using Regency and Austen themed cut outs
  • Use wax seal to add texture to love letters to your boo or journal pages
  • Design Austen themed magnets with your silhouette or photos of you in costume
  • ...and more!

No registration required. For all ages. While supplies last. Dress up not required but encouraged. 



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