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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
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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:20260415T091803
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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:20260415T091803
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:20260415T091803
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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:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240718T082224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T132540Z
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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:20260415T091803
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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:20260415T091803
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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:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240821T180352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T145151Z
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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:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T150958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T115902Z
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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:20260415T091803
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T155833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T115414Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T163310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T163310Z
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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:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T140922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T140953Z
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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: 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:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T141307Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
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:20260415T091803
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T122615Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241128T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T173700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T162304Z
UID:10001443-1732797000-1732809600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:America Thanksgiving Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Details to follow in due course.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/america-thanksgiving-lunch/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T174951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T174951Z
UID:10001444-1732903200-1732921200@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:New Members Welcome Evening
DESCRIPTION:On the last Friday of the month we typically hold a welcome evening for new members. These informal social events are great way for members -both new and longstanding- to meet\, and importantly is an opportunity for newer members 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. \nFood will be available in the Newsroom by reservation\, including a number of communal club tables members and guests can join. \nBook your places now free of charge via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/new-members-welcome-evening-2/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T180128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T180138Z
UID:10001454-1732968000-1732973400@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Charleston Chat
DESCRIPTION:CHARLESTON CHAT…Come and join us as the Thanksgiving weekend continues. \nProprietors Linda Iley\, Ann Hughes\, Fay Carter and Cynthia King will give an informal\, illustrated feedback on their adventure during an affiliation visit to the Charleston Library Society in South Carolina\, USA. \nClassic American Cocktails will be available to purchase in the Newsroom from 12:00pm ahead of the talk in the Reading Room at 12:30pm. \nBook your tickets to this free talk now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \nFood will be available post talk in the Newsroom by prior reservation.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-charleston-chat-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:20241203T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T141210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T150158Z
UID:10001417-1733234400-1733238000@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Joint History & Literature Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a joint meeting of the History and Literature Groups. \nThis meeting will feature Ms Diana Goodier\, who will give another talk on The Vikings’ presence in the Merseyside region… \nThis talk is free of charge to members and their guests.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/joint-history-literature-group-meeting/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241204T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T180225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T195818Z
UID:10001455-1733337000-1733349600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tim Rowett's Curious Collection of Phenomenal Paraphernalia
DESCRIPTION:For fifty years Tim Rowett has been scouring the world’s toy and gift fairs on the lookout for amazing toys and quirky items. Tim has charmed millions online with his collection under the title Grand Illusions. \nTim will demonstrate and entertain us with a delightful selection of tantalising toys\, optical illusions\, puzzles and unexpected physics. \nFollowing dinner\, there will be ample opportunity to see and play with items from his collection. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge.  \n Tickets will sell out fast! \n  \nSchedule \n 6:30pm—Arrivals \n 7:00pm—Presentation \n 8:00pm—Dinner \n 9:30pm—The Newsroom will be open\,  opportunity to see items from Tim’s  collection \n  \n£40.00 per ticket\, inclusive of two-course dinner with reception drink\,                                                                    table wine or non-alcoholic alternative. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/science-talk-dinner/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T180421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T181102Z
UID:10001456-1734112800-1734130800@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athenaeum Carol Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Liverpool Chamber Choir will return at the ever-popular Carol Evening. \nWe will be gathering in the Newsroom from 6:30pm before supper (including mulled wine and mince pies) at 7:00pm in the Dining Room. The carol concert will commence in the Reading Room from 8:15pm before guests retiring back to the Newsroom for a night cap! \nDetails of the menu and ticket price will be published shortly. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge. \n  \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/athenaeum-carol-concert-3/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241218T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241218T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T181258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T181258Z
UID:10001457-1734544800-1734562800@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Informal Dining
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Informal Dining: Wednesday 18th December\, service from 6:00pm until 8:00pm\nThe last restaurant dining opportunity of the year is the ever-popular Christmas Informal Dining. \nThe Dining Room will be open from 6:30pm with slots available until 8:00pm. There is limited space for each slot so book fast to get your preferred dining time. If you wish to join the club table\, a 7:30pm dining slot has been reserved. \nA delectable a la carte menu will be available for guests to choose from on the evening. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/christmas-informal-dining-6/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241219T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241219T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T160253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T123948Z
UID:10001431-1734633000-1734645600@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights: How About You?\, 2009
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: How About You?\, 2009 \nBook your place now via the Concierge or through the Members’ Area. \nWhen a young woman is tasked with minding a retirement home whilst the residents return home for Christmas\, four pensioners remain over the holidays – the “hardcore” group. It soon becomes apparent that there’s more to the hardcore gang than meets the eye\, and as Ellie learns more about the rebel residents\, she begins to think she may have bitten off more than she can chew… \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-12/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241220T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T181410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T181410Z
UID:10001458-1734697800-1734710400@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Athenaeum Christmas Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join the President in raising a glass to toast to a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year at the Club’s Annual Christmas Dinner. \nGuests will be gathering in the Newsroom from 12:30pm for a glass of fizz ahead of a hearty Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings at 1:00pm in the Dining Room. \nThe festive menu and ticket price will be published shortly. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-athenaeum-christmas-lunch/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250122T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T091803
CREATED:20240928T160204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T123342Z
UID:10001430-1737570600-1737583200@theathenaeum.org.uk
SUMMARY:Athenaeum Film Nights: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes\, 1939
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: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes\, 1939 \nConan Doyle’s detective masterpieces are brought to life by the wonderful Basil Rathbone and George Zucco\, who don the capes of Sherlock Holmes and his arch nemesis Professor Moriarty respectively in this classic. Once again\, Sherlock must take up his deerstalker to try and thwart an attempted murder\, and maybe more… \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-11/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members & Guests
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