All Festival goers and participants encouraged to costume of the era. For costume alteration needs, contact Rachel White, 985-674-8460. Venues in old Mandeville are for easy walking and promenading! Restaurants, cafes and shops are nearby.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
All Saturday's events at the Old Mandeville Trailhead Parking in commuter parking lot on Lafitte Street recommended! View artisans and demonstrations of the era 9:00-1:00pm; to participate, contact Donna Beakley, Trailhead 624-3147.
Time	Event	Venues
9:00-10:00am	Pastries on your own	Farmer's Market (Girod St.)
9:00-10:00am	Calligraphy & wax seal demonstrations by PAPIER PLUME Hairstyles of the Era by Jacqueline's Family Hair Salon, $10	Around the amphitheatre stage
9:00-10:00am	Letter Writing Workshop for youths, best for grades 4-7, No charge by Poet, Educator Gina Ferrara	Trailhead Depot room
10:15-11:40am	Festival Welcome/Announcements "Money, Manners and Jane Austen" — Lecture & Q&A Session by LSU Professor Elsie B. Michie with an Austen overview $15, payable by cash or check at the Trailhead Depot room entrance	Trailhead Depot room
12:00-12:30pm	Looking for Mr. Darcy Contest Nominations weeks prior Download submission form.	Trailhead Amphitheatre
12:00-3:40pm	Matinee: BBC 1980's Production of PRIDE & PREJUDICE featuring Elizabeth Garvie FREE.	Trailhead Depot Room
12:30-1:00pm	No Plain Janes Costume Contest Contestants arrive 15 minutes prior.	Trailhead Amphitheatre
	Prizes awarded!
Meals at participating businesses:
	Vianne’s, Royal Regency Tea, 544 Girod (advance reservations needed) Seating: 1:30-3:15 (985) 624-5683 Good Earth Market, Fish & Chips, 821 Girod St (985) 674-4329 The Rusty Pelican, Fish & Chips, 500 Girod St. (985) 778-0364 Kickstand Café, Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich, 690 Lafitte (985) 626-9300 Juniper’s Restaurant — Jane Austen Dinner, 301 Lafitte St (985) 624-5330 The Barley Oak, 2101 Lakeshore Dr. 985-727-7420 offering Bass, FullerÕs ESB & London Pride, Newcastle & Strongbow Cider Louie & The Red Head Lady, Fried Catfish Dinner Special, 1851 Florida Street, 985-626-8101 The Pub, Lafitte Street, Beers & Ales Nuvolari's Restaurant, 246 Girod Street; 626-5619 Lucy's Retired Surfer Bar, 100 block of Girod Maxein's Coffee house, 100 block of Girod
Meals at participating businesses:
	Shop & Stroll Girod Street: Das Schulerhaus Gift Gallery – 528 Girod. All costumed festival goers receive a FREE GIFT for stopping in! Mae Antiques & participating dealers – 420 Girod St, 674-5935, 20% off to costumed fest goers. Arigato Boutique – 635 Lafitte, 626-8688, 15% off to costumed fest goers Blowin' in the Breeze – 2117 Monroe, 985-778-0571, 10% off to costumed fest goers And more participating businesses, check this site for updates!
3:30-4:30pm	Regency Vintage Dance Demos/lessons audience participation! By Louisiane Vintage Dancers. FREE.	Trailhead Amphitheatre
Then, enjoy Cocktails/Dinner — Cocktail & Menu items of the era at participating Old Mandeville businesses!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
All Sunday's events at The Lake House, 2nd Floor*, 2025 Lakeshore Drive $15. Cash or check at the 2nd floor entrance (includes event activities and entertainment only, food & drink available for purchase)
Time	Event	Venues
12:00-12:15pm	Meet & Greet "Letters from the Attic" Display
12:15-12:30pm	Welcome & Announcements Praying with Jane Austen Reading of a Austen prayer/Silent Moment
12:30pm	Brunch available for optional purchase $25. per person, includes unlimited delicious buffet by The Lake House!
12:30-1:15pm	Music of the era: Harp Concert by N.O. Celtic Harp Ensemble
1:15-1:30pm	Dramatic reading
1:30-2:30pm	"Perfect Love Letter Writing Contest" 2008 Winner Readings 2009 Winners announced, Readings Applications received weeks prior
3:00-3:30pm	Patron Party*
3:30-5:00pm	Royal Regency Dessert Reception* Festival Finale! $25 per person, checks or cash only accepted. Includes unlimited desserts and signature cocktails! Special guest — Meet the captivating Elizabeth Garvie, star of the British stage, screen and television! reservations 985-624-5683 Limited space! RSVP by Friday, March 6, requested.
*Handicap accessibility not available to the 2nd Floor. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Old Mandeville Jane Austen Festival | 544 Girod Street | Mandeville, LA 70448 | 985-624-5683