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Program Description
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Step into Jane Austen’s world with a Regency-era dance lesson! Learn English Country Dances popular in Austen’s time—no partner or experience needed. Led by historical dance expert Gene Murrow, the class welcomes both devoted Austen fans and anyone who simply loves to dance. In between dances, enjoy delightful excerpts about dancing from Austen’s novels, read aloud by our instructor. Light refreshments will be served.
Gene Murrow has been an English country dancer and musician since 1965. He has taught and performed at clubs, workshops, festivals, and balls throughout the United States as well as England, Europe, Canada, and Japan.
Here is a video of this dancing from “Pride and Prejudice”:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNIAv34eVRk
Falling for Jane Austen Fall Raffle
Attend Jane Austen-themed programs at Mattituck-Laurel Library this summer and fall, and earn one free raffle ticket for each program you attend! The raffle drawing will be held at the end of November.
Raffle Prizes Include:
Jane Austen Lover’s Basket
A charming treat for any Janeite, filled with fun and elegant Austen-themed surprises to delight fans of wit, romance, and Regency style.
Tea Lover’s Basket
A proper cup of tea is always in order! This basket celebrates the timeless ritual of tea, fit for a Regency lady—or any modern-day Austen admirer who enjoys a well-steeped moment of calm.
Pleasures & Pastimes Basket
A delightful collection of treats, gift cards, and fun self-care surprises—perfect for enjoying life’s simple joys, much like a Regency-era pastime.
Letters & Legacy Basket
Inspired by Jane Austen—who penned around 3,000 letters—this stylish stationery basket invites you to bring back the joy of handwritten notes.
Don’t miss your chance to win these charming prizes!