Jane Austen 250
Schedule
Tue Dec 09 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Bram & Bluma Appel Salon | Toronto, ON
About this Event
One cannot have too large a party. Join author Rachel Cohen (Austen Years), preeminent Jane Austen scholar Devoney Looser (Wild for Austen), and rare books specialist Rebecca Romney (Jane Austen's Bookshelf) to celebrate the 250th birthday of one of literature's most beloved novelists.
Bond with fellow Austen lovers over themed activities, then sit down for a fun and illuminating discussion hosted by novelist Uzma Jalaluddin about the life, writing and legacy of Jane Austen.
This event includes:
- A special conversation exploring Jane Austen's life, literary achievements and lasting impact.
- Activity stations including crafts, games and a special book selling area.
- And more!
Ticket registration for this event is required: Free tickets for this event are available to book via Eventbrite.
About this event’s guests:
Rachel Cohen
Devoney Looser
Rebecca Romney
Uzma Jalaluddin
Read more:
Austen Years
Wild for Austen
Jane Austen's Bookshelf
Ayesha at Last
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PLAN YOUR VISIT:
Location: Bram and Bluma Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street), 2nd floor
Time: Doors open 5:30pm for activities, Panel conversation starts 7:00pm.
Tickets: Free registration required.
Ticket policy: We oversell these events to make sure that most people have an opportunity to attend. Tickets are guaranteed until 6:00pm or until capacity is reached. Any remaining space will be opened up to the rush line beginning at 6:00pm.
Bar: Beer/wine available for purchase (debit/credit only).
Accessibility: TPL is committed to accessibility. If you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation for this event, please contact [email protected] or 416-393-7099 at least three weeks prior to the event.
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This event is part of our signature Salon Series, where we host local and international authors, artists and thinkers in conversation about their new books and big ideas.
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Activity Stations
Info: Bond with fellow literary lovers over crafts, games and more special Jane Austen-themed activities.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Panel Conversation
Info: Sit down for a special panel conversation with renowned Austen experts Rachel Cohen, Devoney Looser and Rebecca Romney to explore Jane Austen's life, literary achievements and lasting impact.
🕑: 08:00 PM
Book Signing
Info: Rachel Cohen, Devoney Looser and Rebecca Romney sign copies of their books.
Where is it happening?
Bram & Bluma Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library, Toronto, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 0.00
