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SUMMARY:Ladies Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Now that the festive season is behind us and we move into January it’s great to have things to look forward to. In that spirit we are very pleased to confirm that our popular Ladies Lunches are returning on the 31st January and it would be great to see as many of our lady members as possible attending. \nSo\, please come along if you would like to : \n\nCatch up with old friends\nMake some new friends\nEnjoy a lovely lunch\nHear at first hand an update from our General Manager and get answers to your questions\n\nThe event will start at 12.30pm with a pre lunch aperitif and canapes followed by a two course meal and coffee. \nLadies\, please consider bringing a guest\, particularly those who may be interested in joining the Athenaeum. The cost of the lunch will be reimbursed for any lady accepted for membership by 30th June 2024 and there will be a gift for you. \n  \nTicket Price: £27.50 \nTo book\, please go to the Website or contact the Concierge at: concierge@theathenaeum.org.uk \nBook your place now via the website or directly through the Concierge. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/ladies-lunch-2/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240203T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Library & Archives - Trace Your Share Number
DESCRIPTION:Examine ways to find and trace the previous holders of your share! \n  \nLunch will be available in the Newsroom\, guests are asked to pre-book their meal on the day in advance of the meeting. \nBook your place via the Members’ Area now or through the Concierge.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/library-archives-trace-your-share-number/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240209T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240209T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:'I Type\, I Die'\, Murder Mystery Evening
DESCRIPTION:It is 1987 and in the splendid surroundings of Liverpool’s Athenaeum Club\, a group of crime writers and their guests gather for an evening of celebration. Unfortunately\, at their last convention\, one of their number died in mysterious circumstances. Your mission\, if you choose to take it\, is to uncover the events leading to his demise and name his murderer. \nWe are pleased to welcome Wirral-based company The Assassin’s Breed to present this intriguing and entertaining event at the Athenaeum as part of this year’s Presidential programme. \nThe entertainment will begin with a short presentation describing the grisly events. Guests can then help themselves to the delicious buffet provided by our chefs and settle down to enjoy it in groups of 4-6 around the Newsroom. Members of the company (suspects) will join you to discuss the murder. This is your chance to quiz them and work out ‘whodunit’. If your table gets it right\, you can win a prize. \nLater\, the suspects will be gathered together and the murderer revealed. \nJoin us to while away a winter evening in the warm and friendly atmosphere of your club\, enjoying good food and company while you exercise your ‘little grey cells.’ \n6.00:  Arrivals in the Newsroom \n6.30:  Welcome and presentation \n7.00:  Buffet and your chance to meet the suspects \nCirca 9.30: The denouement \n10.30: Last orders at the bar \nDress Code: ‘Dress to Impress’ in the spirit of the 1980s. Although this is not strictly a formal event\, we encourage black tie for the gentlemen. \nPrice £35.  \nBook via the website or at reception.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/i-type-i-die-murder-mystery-evening/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights Presents: Hobson's Choice
DESCRIPTION:The next in the series of classic films takes place on Wednesday 21st February. The programme is being finalised by facilitator Dr Ian Cubbin and will be published shortly\, though the dates for this seasons film nights can be found below.   Guests gather in the Newsroom from 6:30pm ahead of supper at 7:00pm. The cinema will then open in the Wine Servery at 8:00pm. Sweets and treats will of course be served in the interval! \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \nWednesday evening’s at 6:30pm \n11th October – Laughter in Paradise (1951) \n15th November – Major Barbara (1941) \n13th December – It Happened on 5th Avenue (1947) \n17th January – Murder She Said (1961) \n21st February – Hobson’s Choice (1954) \n20th March – Irish Film Night! (Audience choice of three) \n17th April – The Gay Divorcee ( 1934)
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-film-nights-presents-5/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240104T113652Z
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SUMMARY:Dinner with Professor Geoff Gill - The Birth & Growth of Tropical Medicine in Liverpool
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to be joined by Professor Geoff Gill of the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine who will be joining us on Wednesday 28th February for dinner\, where he will be giving a talk on ‘The Birth & Growth of Tropical Medicine in Liverpool’. \nProfessor Gill is an Honorary Research Fellow at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine\, where he previously held the post of Professor of International Medicine. He has had a major interest in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in tropical environments\, with associated research projects in South Africa and Ethiopia. At the LSTM he has for many years been involved with research into and clinical care of former Far East prisoners of war (POWs). In recent years he has led medical history enquiries into Far East imprisonment\, resulting in two recent books – Captive Memories and Burma Railway. \nProfessor Gill will share with us some of the results of his pioneering work with the Far East POWs\, as well as reflecting on the history of the LSTM from its foundation in 1898 by Sir Alfred Lewis as the first institution of its kind in the world to the present day\, as it continues to lead the world in research and education. \nProfessor Gill’s talk will be followed by a three course meal in the Dining Room\, after which you can relax in the Newsroom until the club closes at 11.00 pm. \nSchedule \n6.30:  Arrivals and welcome \n7.00:  Talk \n8.00:  Dinner \n10.30: Last orders \nYou can book now for this fascinating evening on the members’ area of the website or directly at reception. If you have any dietary requirements please highlight this upon booking or in advance of the event. \n  \n  \nMenu \nStarter \nHam and Black pudding bon bon \nBrambley apple sauce \nGlamorgan bon bon (V) \nEnglish mustard emulsion \n-oo0oo- \nMain Course \nSole Veronique \nSpinach mousse\, white wine and grape sauce \n-oo0oo- \nLancashire Butter pie (V) \nPea puree\, roast shallot \n-ooOoo- \nDessert \nPinacolada Trifle (V)
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/dinner-with-professor-geoff-gill-the-birth-growth-of-tropical-medicine-in-liverpool/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240309T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240309T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Poetry Evening
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9th March – 6.30. pm \nFollowing the success of our first Athenaeum Poetry Evening in November\, we are celebrating (one day late) the birthday of William Roscoe\, poet and founder member of our club\, with an evening of poetry and music. \nThis time we will include both poets reading their own work and readings of favourite poems by others. Guest performers include Paul Rowland\, Hilary Walker and Robyn Moore. Proprietors Tim Ward\, Ieuan Cligwri and Sally-Anne Tapia-Bowes will read their own work and we also expect contributions from our President\, Paul Burns\, and our Chair\, Radio Merseyside’s Roger Phillips.  If you too write poetry and would like to perform one of your poems – or if you would just like to share a favourite poem – there will be an ‘open mic’ slot as well. Please let us know before the event if you want to read. \nThere will be live folk music\, from members of Pentland Brig and a substantial warming buffet prepared by our chefs. The Newsroom will be set out ‘cabaret style’ so that you can eat at your leisure and have a drink or two while enjoying the poetry in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere. \nBook now for a night of comedy\, emotion\, song\, surprises and a warm Athenaeum welcome. \n6.30 Music as you arrive \n7.00 Poetry \n7.45 Buffet served and more music \n8.15 More poetry \n9.00 Carry on drinking and chatting until closing time (last orders 10.30)! \nThe dress code for this event is smart casual (no jeans or trainers). \nCost £35. \n  \nBuffet Menu \nSteak and Mushroom Pie\nPeppered Pork Escalope\nRoast vegetable\, spinach and cream cheese lasagne\nPlaice Goujons \nFried potatoes with peppers and red onion\n-0-\nSelection of Chefs Salads\n-0-\nMixed Leaf\n-0-\nSelection of Breads \nBlack forest gateaux\n-0-\nFruit Salad
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/poetry-evening/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20230918T114027Z
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SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights Presents: Irish Film Night
DESCRIPTION:The next in the series of classic films takes place on Wednesday 20th March. The programme is being finalised by facilitator Dr Ian Cubbin and will be published shortly\, though the dates for this seasons film nights can be found below.   Guests gather in the Newsroom from 6:30pm ahead of supper at 7:00pm. The cinema will then open in the Wine Servery at 8:00pm. Sweets and treats will of course be served in the interval! \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \nWednesday evening’s at 6:30pm \n11th October – Laughter in Paradise (1951) \n15th November – Major Barbara (1941) \n13th December – It Happened on 5th Avenue (1947) \n17th January – Murder She Said (1961) \n21st February – Hobson’s Choice (1954) \n20th March – Irish Film Night! (Audience choice of three) \n17th April – The Gay Divorcee ( 1934)
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-film-nights-presents-6/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T233000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:The Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Members and guests are invited to attend the premier event in the Club calendar\, the Annual Dinner. Join the President\, Dr Paul Burns\, in the Newsroom from 6:30pm for drinks before dinner at 7:30pm.  \nThe speech givers for this event are listed below: \nToast to the Athenaeum – Lady Dodd\nResponse – Dr Paul Burns\, President of the Athenaeum\nToast to Our Guests – Professor George king\, Vice President of the Athenaeum\nResponse – Mr John Scott of the Savile Club\, London. \n  \nMenu \nStarter \nBallantine of Wild Salmon\, Garden Herbs\, Tarragon & Parsley Emulsion\, Tomato Tapenade \n-ooOoo- \nSpinach & Carrot Beignets (Ve) \nCream Cheese Mousse\, Tomato Concasse \n\nMain Course \nRoast Sirloin of Angus Beef\, Pithivier of Minced Beef & Horseradish \nPanache Of Vegetables\, Parmenter Potatoes\, Red Wine Sauce \n-ooOoo- \nCauliflower Steak (Ve) \nPeppered Red Wine Jus\, Roast Stuffed Tomato \n\nDessert \nChocolate Crunch Bavarois \nDark Cherry Compote \n-ooOoo- \nCheese And Biscuits \nSelection Of English Cheese \nBiscuits And Fruit \n\n\nPlease note this event is black-tie. \n  \nEvent Schedule \nReception from 18.30 to 19.30 \nDinner Service from 19.00 to 21.30 \nLast Orders in the Newsroom at midnight. \nClub Closes at 00:30. \n  \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-annual-dinner-4/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240402T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Literature Group: Redfern by Herman Melville
DESCRIPTION:Our Immediate Past President Dr Rob Huxley will be talking about this semi-autobiographical novel by the author of Moby Dick. The story of a young American on his first sea voyage\, the novel is notable for its vivid and enlightening description of Victorian Liverpool. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/literature-group-redfern-by-herman-melville/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Dinner with Mike Torpey\, Grand National Preview
DESCRIPTION:April 5th 2024 @ 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm \n13th April 2024 will see the 176th running of the world’s greatest steeplechase – the Randox Grand National – at Aintree Racecourse. \nTo mark the event we are welcoming local journalist and Grand National expert Mike Torpey\, who will talk to us about the history of this event\, which has been central to the life of our city – and many of our Proprietors – since it was first held a few miles away from the club. \nMike Torpey is a distinguished author and journalist specialising in cars and horses. For many years he was the Liverpool Echo’s racing correspondent and tipster. He is a knowledgeable and very entertaining speaker. Expect to learn new facts about the race as well as fascinating (and sometimes scurrilous) stories about horses\, jockeys\, bookies and punters. You might even come away with a tip for the big race. \nJoin us for a celebration of one of the biggest events of the year. Mike’s talk will be followed by a delicious three course meal prepared by our Executive Chef (menu to be published soon). \nThe dress code for this event is ‘lounge suit’ (jackets and ties for gentlemen). \n6.30: Arrivals and welcome \n7.00: Mike Torpey on the Grand National \n8.00: Dinner (menu tbc) \n10.30: Last orders \nTickets: £35 \nBook your place now through the Members’ Area of the website or directly with Reception.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/dinner-with-mike-torpey-grand-national-preview/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Sally Wainwright
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Sally Wainwright \nApril 19\, 2024 @ 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm \nTickets: £35 \nOn Friday 19th April we welcome BAFTA-winning television writer\, director and producer Sally Wainwright to the Athenaeum. \nFrom her early days at the University of York and the Leeds Playhouse\, through The Archers\, Coronation Street and At Home with the Braithwaites to her popular and critically acclaimed dramas Gentleman Jack and Happy Valley\, Sally has established herself as one of Britain’s leading television writers. In recent years she has turned her hand to directing and now produces her own work. From detective shows to comedy to costume drama\, her work attracts millions of viewers and her many fans at the Athenaeum will not want to miss the opportunity to meet her. \nI am delighted that Sally has offered to take a break from her busy schedule to pop over from Yorkshire for a night at our club. Sally will be ‘in conversation’ with our Chair the esteemed broadcaster Roger Phillips.  We will then enjoy a three course dinner in the Dining Room\, after which we can relax in the Newsroom until closing time. \nDo not miss the chance to meet one of the most successful (and nicest!) writers of her generation. Book early via the members’ website or at reception. \n6.30 – Arrivals and welcome \n7.00 – Sally Wainwright in conversation with Roger Phillips \n8.00 – Dinner (menu tbc) \n10.30 – Last orders
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/an-evening-with-sally-wainwright/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240423T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240315T145655Z
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SUMMARY:St George's Day Lunch 2024
DESCRIPTION:We celebrate St George’s Day with a delicious banquet in the Dining Room. Join us in the Newsroom from 12:30pm for reception drinks before a 4-course lunch including a selection of English cheeses and biscuits. White and red dress encouraged! \n£35 per person \nMenu \nStarter\nCream of Mushroom & Thyme Soup \nMain Course\nRoast Beef Sirloin\, Yorkshire Pudding\nTraditional trimmings \nDessert\nStrawberry Trifle
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/10833/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240423T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240423T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20230918T114124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T202441Z
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SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights Presents: The Gay Divorcee
DESCRIPTION:The next in the series of classic films takes place on Tuesday 23rd April. The programme is being finalised by facilitator Dr Ian Cubbin and will be published shortly\, though the dates for this seasons film nights can be found below.   Guests gather in the Newsroom from 6:30pm ahead of supper at 7:00pm. The cinema will then open in the Wine Servery at 8:00pm. Sweets and treats will of course be served in the interval! \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \nWednesday evening’s at 6:30pm \n11th October – Laughter in Paradise (1951) \n15th November – Major Barbara (1941) \n13th December – It Happened on 5th Avenue (1947) \n17th January – Murder She Said (1961) \n21st February – Hobson’s Choice (1954) \n20th March – Irish Film Night! (Audience choice of three) \nTuesday 23rd April – The Gay Divorcee ( 1934)*** originally wed 17th April
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-film-nights-presents-7/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240530T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240530T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240220T162305Z
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SUMMARY:Dinner with Spencer Leigh
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday 30th May we welcome local author and journalist Spencer Leigh to the Athenaeum. \nIn his younger days Spencer was an actuary for Royal Life and wrote about music in his spare time. He has written 25 books and hundreds of sleeve notes.  He is proud to have reached No. 1 with the soundtrack album for Heartbeat\, although (he says) of course nobody bought it for his sleeve note. His latest book is on Little Richard. \nSpencer is one of the world‘s leading experts on Merseybeat and the Beatles and has a fund of stories about the time when Liverpool was the centre of the pop music universe\, as well as about musical legends from both Britain and America. In his talk\, entitled In My Anecdotage\, Spencer will tell us about some of the personalities he has interviewed over the years. \nFollowing the talk we will enjoy a three course dinner in the Dining Room\, after which we can relax in the Newsroom until closing time. \nDo not miss the chance to get a unique insight into the world of pop and rock from someone who was there. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \nTickets: £35 \n  \nMenu \nStarter \nClassic Prawn Cocktail \nMarie Rose Sauce \n-ooOoo- \nBreaded Brie (V) \nOnion Compote \nMain Course \nCoq au Vin \nFrench Beans\, Sauté Potato \n-ooOoo- \nWild Mushroom Crepe Gratin (V) \nTruffled Spinach \nSauté Potato \nDessert \nBlack Forest Cheese Cake \n  \nEvent Schedule \n6:30pm – Arrivals and welcome \n7:00pm – In My Anecdotage: a talk by Spencer Leigh followed by Q & A. \n8:00pm – Dinner \n10:30pm – Last orders
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/dinner-with-spencer-leigh-2/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240806T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T143944Z
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SUMMARY:Literature Group
DESCRIPTION:The Literature Group typically meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 2:00pm in the Reading Room. \n  \nToday’s meeting: Details to be confirmed \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/literature-group-34/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
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SUMMARY:Shareholders & Slavery
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome Laurence Westgaph to the Athenaeum to talk about the institution’s links to the transatlantic trade in enslaved people. Many of our early Proprietors benefitted\, directly or indirectly\, form this heinous trade. \nSome of you will remember the fascinating and enlightening presentation Laurence gave over two years ago about this important subject. Since then\, the Liverpool Black History Research Group has continued to research the topic and you will find further details of their findings on our website under the heading ‘The Athenaeum and Slavery’. It is a vast subject and the club continues to support LBHRG in its efforts to uncover more of this once hidden history. \nLaurence and his colleagues will discuss the discoveries they have made and the next stage of their research. \nLiverpool Black History Group (LBHRG) has been established for some 5 years and is led by Laurence Westgaph. It is a collective of volunteers who sit outside academia. Through its research\, it seeks to highlight the importance of the slave economy to Liverpool’s growth in the late 18th and early 19th centuries\, and the city’s history as home to the oldest black community in Europe. Further information is available via www.LBHRG.com \nThe presentation will be followed by a three-course meal in the Dining Room. If you wish to attend the presentation but not the dinner\, you may do so without charge but please book a place. We expect there to be a high demand for places\, so please book early. \nTickets: £37.00
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/shareholders-slavery/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T140815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T140815Z
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SUMMARY:Literature Group
DESCRIPTION:The Literature Group typically meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 2:00pm in the Reading Room. \n  \nToday’s meeting: POEMS FOR AN ECHOING BATHROOM  !! \nGo on\, admit it\, we’ve all cut loose in the bathroom with our favourite verses sending a shiver through the shower head and startling the loofah as the tiled acoustic makes us sound like Richard Burton or Judi Dench !   You know you did !    Poetry is meant to be spoken\, declaimed even roared so why not bring in a favourite  or a few to get the attention of the pigeons outside Primark ?     There can be whispers\, too : certainly one I have in mind is elegiac.    No need to explain your selection\, just take a breath\, stand and deliver.  [ No\, I’m not reciting ” The Highwayman ” though it’s a great bathroom boomer. ] \nThis could be a lively end to the year of wonderful literary events organised by Paul Burns which have so enhanced our lives. \n  \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/literature-group-26/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240925T163654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T143551Z
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SUMMARY:History Group with Christina Clarke
DESCRIPTION:Mrs Christina Clarke who will give us an illustrated talk on Charkes Renee Macintosh\, Scottish architect\, designer\, writer\, artist and colourist. Members will remember Christina’s engrossing talk on the History of the Walker Art Gallery last March. \nThis talk may be of interest also to the members of the History of Art group\, but is free of charge to all Members and their guests. \nThis is a joint meeting of the History Group & The History of Arts Group and will take place in the Reading Room. \n  \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/history-group-with-christina-clarke/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241010T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241010T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240821T180352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T145151Z
UID:10001411-1728585000-1728601200@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Meet the President: Welcoming Professor George King
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday 10th October to welcome Professor George King at his inaugural event as President of the Athenaeum. \nExpect an enjoyable evening with fizz\, food\, music and perhaps a short speech or two. \nItinerary: \n18:00-19:00 Drinks Reception \n19:00 Food served \n20:00 Entertainment \n22:45 Last Orders at the Bar \nBook your place now with via the Concierge Desk or through the Members’ Area. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/meet-the-president-welcoming-professor-george-king/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T150958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T115902Z
UID:10001426-1729101600-1729108800@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rogue Agent: By James Crossland (Book Launch)
DESCRIPTION:A SPECIAL BOOK LAUNCH FOR ROGUE AGENT BY JAMES CROSSLAND\nIN LIVERPOOL’S ICONIC ATHENAEUM LIBRARY READING ROOM \nWEDNESDAY 16TH OCTOBER 2024\n6PM TO 8PM (INCLUDES TALK AND WINE RECEPTION) \n** BOOK YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE NOW ** \nROGUE AGENT: THE THRILLING BIOGRAPHY OF ROBERT BRUCE LOCKHART\, BRITAIN’S ‘AGENT’ IN MOSCOW \nSir Robert Bruce Lockhart (1887–1970) was an impressive figure: a diplomat\, intelligence agent\, conspirator\, journalist and propagandist who played a key role in both world wars. He was a man who charmed his way into the confidences of everyone from Leon Trotsky to Anthony Eden. A man whom the influential press baron Lord Beaverbook claimed ‘could well have been prime minister’. And yet Lockhart died almost forgotten and near destitute\, a Scottish footnote in the pages of history. \nRogue Agent is the first biography of this gifted yet habitually flawed maverick. It chronicles his many exploits\, from his time as Britain’s ‘Agent’ in Moscow\, and his role in a plot to bring down the communist regime\, to leading the Political Warfare Executive\, a secret body responsible for disinformation and propaganda in the Second World War. \nExploring Lockhart’s unorthodox thinking and contributions to the development of psychological warfare as well as his hedonistic lifestyle\, late nights and many affairs that left him in a state of perpetual debt\, Rogue Agent tells the thrilling story of this unconventional war hero. \nJoin James Crossland in conversation with Ian Skillicorn of the Liverpool Book Club for this special book launch event\, which includes a live author interview and audience Q&A in the Athenaeum Library Reading Room\, followed by a wine and canapés reception in the News Room. \nThere are only a few tickets left at the time of writing\, book your place now via the Concierge.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/rogue-agent-by-james-crossland-book-launch/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T154807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T154807Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Social & Welcome Evening
DESCRIPTION:The last Friday of every month we hold a welcome evening for new members\, this is a great opportunity for members to meet and importantly sign the historic 1809 share register if they have not done so yet after joining. \nJoin us from 6:00pm for complimentary fizz ahead of the register signing at 6:30pm. Canapes will be served from 7:00pm. \nBook your places now free of charge via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/autumn-social-welcome-evening/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T155833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T115414Z
UID:10001428-1730313000-1730325600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights: Hue and Cry\, 1947
DESCRIPTION:As the nights begin the darken we commence the next series of Athenaeum film nights\, showing a classic film each month between October and April. \nGuests gather from 6:30pm ahead of a one course supper in the Newsroom at 7:00pm. The screening will begin at 8:00pm in the Wine Servery with sweets served at the interval. \nThis month’s showing is: Hue and Cry\, 1947 \nA comedy-thriller about a gang of young boys who discover & try to foil a series of robberies\, when the police refuse to take their concerns seriously. A tongue-in-cheek Ealing comedy featuring Harry Fowler and Alastair Sim. \nBook your place now via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \n  \nThe full series of films can be found below; \nOctober 30th – Hue and Cry\, 1947 \nNovember 21st – The Chiltern Hundreds\, 1949 \nDecember 19th – How About You?\, 2009 \nJanuary 22nd – The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes\, 1939 \nFebruary 26th – The Passionate Friends\, 1949 \nMarch 19th – Irish Film Night \nApril 16th – Rose Marie\, 1936 \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-film-nights-9/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T163310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T163310Z
UID:10001435-1730399400-1730415600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Music & Dinner with Dr Nico de Villiers
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday 31st October for an evening of Music & Dinner with Dr Nico de Villiers\, who will be giving a presentation on the life and the works of Dutch-American composer Richard Hageman (1881-1966). \nDr de Villiers is Deputy Head of Vocal Studies at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM)\, Director of The Richard Hageman Society\, and notably head judge of the Sir David Maddison Opera Prize which is ran in collaboration between the Athenaeum and the RNCM. \nThe menu and ticket price will be announced shortly. Book your place now via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \nItinerary \n6:30pm Arrivals \n7:00pm Presentation \n8:00pm Dinner \n10:45pm Last Orders
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/music-dinner-with-dr-nico-de-villiers/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T140922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T140953Z
UID:10001416-1730815200-1730818800@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Literature Group
DESCRIPTION:The Literature Group typically meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 2:00pm in the Reading Room. \n  \nToday’s meeting: The Letters of Machiavelli\, with Dr Chris O’Neill \n  \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/literature-group-27/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T141307Z
UID:10001436-1730829600-1730833200@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:American Democracy: How it works and will it survive?: With Dr Cheryl Hudson
DESCRIPTION:On the night of the US Presidential Election\, we’re delighted to be joined by lecturer in US History at Liverpool University\, Dr Cheryl Hudson\, who will be giving a talk on the elections and detailing how it works\, including the make up of the electoral college system. A fascinating subject at a pertinent time\, we anticipate supply will outstrip demand for this free talk which will take place in the Reading Room\, book your places now via the Members’ Area or with the Concierge. \nFood will be available in the Newsroom before and after the talk\, though we ask members to make a reservation in advance to assist the team. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-us-presidential-election-with-dr-cheryl-hudson/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240716T120228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T113328Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance Sunday Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Following the various civic ceremonies across the City Region\, a traditional Sunday Lunch will take place to mark Remembrance Sunday. \nGuests will gather in the Newsroom from 12:30pm ahead of the call for lunch at 1:00pm. \nTicket includes two-course traditional Roast Dinner\, with all the trimmings. The full menu will be posted in due course. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \n£50.00 per person. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/remembrance-sunday-lunch-8/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T165626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T154945Z
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SUMMARY:The Music of Gershwin\, with Sarah Chidlow & David Roscoe
DESCRIPTION:Words and Music That Transcend Time \nGeorge and Ira Gershwin will always be remembered as the songwriting team whose voice was synonymous with the sounds and style of the Jazz Age. But from 1924 until George’s death in 1937\, the brothers wrote almost exclusively with each other\, composing over two dozen scores for Broadway and Hollywood. Together\, George and Ira Gershwin wrote the music for many shows and films. Some of their more famous works include “The Man I Love”\, “Fascinating Rhythm”\, “Someone to Watch Over Me”\, “I Got Rhythm”\, and “They Can’t Take That Away from Me”. In 1931\, the brothers collaborated on the score for the Broadway show\, “Of Thee I Sing\,” which became the first musical to be awarded a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Their now-classic folk opera\, PORGY AND BESS (co-written with DuBose Heyward)\, is constantly revived in opera houses and theatres throughout the world. \nTo bring some special pieces of the Gershwin brothers music alive for this event we have local singer Sarah Chidlow. Sarah began singing at the age of 11 years old in a small local theatre group\, and has performed in many productions with the Birkenhead Operatic Society Trust (BOST).  Sarah will be joined by Past President David Roscoe who will present and tell the story or the words and music that have transcended time. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \n  \nMENU \nMain Course \nBoudin of Chicken\, Chorizo & Sun Blush Tomato Mousseline\, Risotto Milanaise\, Olive Oil \nRisotto Milanaise\, Roast Butternut\, Walnut Pesto\, Sauce Verte (V) \nDessert \nOrange Pannacotta\, Ginger Crumb\, Poached Rhubarb \n  \nEVENT SCHEDULE \n18:30 – Arrivals \n19:00 – 1st Performance \n20:00 – Supper \n21:30 – 2nd Performance \n22:15 – Fin \n22:45 – Last Orders \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-music-of-gershwin-with-sarah-chidlow-david-roscoe/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241115T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241115T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T170738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T170738Z
UID:10001438-1731695400-1731711600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athena Dining Evening
DESCRIPTION:Named after the Club’s patron\, the Goddess of wisdom and war ‘Athena’\, the Athena Dining Evening is a quarterly spectacle for Proprietors to enjoy fine food\, elegant service\, good company\, in the magnificent surroundings of the Committee Room. \nThere are very limited number of places available for this premium event\, do book early via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area to avoid disappointment. \nLook out for the menu being published very shortly. \n  \nEvent Schedule \nWelcome Drinks & Canapés – 6:30pm in the Library Reading Room \nGuests guided to Committee Room – 7pm \nDinner Served – 7:05pm \nNewsroom Open after dinner – 10pm to 11pm
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athena-dining-evening-2/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T122615Z
UID:10001429-1732213800-1732226400@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights: The Chiltern Hundreds\, 1949
DESCRIPTION:As the nights begin the darken we commence the next series of Athenaeum film nights\, showing a classic film each month between October and April. \nGuests gather from 6:30pm ahead of a one course supper in the Newsroom at 7:00pm. The screening will begin at 8:00pm in the Reading Room with sweets served at the interval. \nThis month’s showing is: The Chiltern Hundreds\, 1949 \nA delightful satire on political campaigning\, this comedy revolves around Viscount Pym\, who resolves to run for office as a Conservative MP to keep up the family tradition – in reality\, he’s using it all as a ploy to marry his American sweetheart before she goes back to America. The perfect plan – until it isn’t. \nBook your place now via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \nThe full series of films can be found below; \nOctober 30th – Hue & Cry\, 1947 \nNovember 21st – The Chiltern Hundreds\, 1949 \nDecember 19th – How About You?\, 2009 \nJanuary 22nd – The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes\, 1939 \nFebruary 26th – The Passionate Friends\, 1949 \nMarch 19th – Irish Film Night! \nApril 16th – Rose Marie\, 1936 \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-film-nights-10/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073822
CREATED:20240928T173501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T184748Z
UID:10001442-1732300200-1732316400@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Library Dinner 2024
DESCRIPTION:The first formal event of the  \nPresidential Year \nThe Library Dinner \n6:30pm in the Newsroom \n£80.00 per ticket\, inclusive of donation to the Library\, three course dinner with reception and table wine or non-alcoholic alternative. \n  \nThe Library Dinner showcases the importance of our library to the Athenaeum’s past\, present and future. It is the first of the three formal events scheduled for this Presidential year\, ahead of Burns Night and the Annual Dinner. \n  \nAt the 2024 Library Dinner we will be joined by Proprietor Rabbi Moshe Ariel Abel for an important lecture on an artefact held in our collection \n  \n‘What is a Jewish Torah? Dine with a rabbi and an Athenaeum incunabulum:The Viennese Katz: Scroll’. \n  \n    The very scroll will be on display at the event\, and £20.00 of the ticket price is a donation to the Library to fund the carbon dating of the scroll. Book your place now to hear about this fascinating item and to of course support your Library. \nPlease note that this is a ‘black tie’ event – a chance to dress up – and gentlemen should wear dinner suits with bow ties. \n  \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge.  \n  \nMenu \n  \nStarter \nIndividual Tarlet of Leek\, Garden Peas and Cheddar Cheese \n Main \nConfit of Duck & Toasted Barley Cassoulet\, Gratin Potato\, Sugarsnap Peas\, Red Wine Jus \n Dessert \nChocolate Truffle Torte\, Cherry Coulis\, Crumbled White Chocolate \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-library-dinner-2024/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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