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SUMMARY:Literature Group: The Gospel of Jesus' Wife
DESCRIPTION:Following the death of Christ\, many authors felt inspired to write about Jesus\, his family\, and his followers. Most of these texts were rejected by the Church leadership and disappeared from sight. However\, recent papyrological discoveries in Egypt have allowed us to access writings long thought of as lost. \nThe Gospel of Jesus’ Wife is a particularly controversial papyrus fragment which was presented to the world by a Harvard scholar\, Prof. Karen King\, in 2012. In her talk Paula will attempt to throw a light on the fascinating world of papyrology and its importance for understanding the production of early Christian literature. \nAttendance of this talk is free of charge to Athenaeum members.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/literature-group-the-gospel-of-jesus-wife/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240704T183000
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SUMMARY:The Exchange Presents: The State of Free Speech
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on the state of free speech today\, hosted by Ian Skillicorn of The Exchange. Freedom of speech has become one of the most hotly debated issues of our age. Advocates argue that the present socio-political atmosphere stifles freedom of expression and legitimate dissent\, fuels cancel culture and leads to censorship. Critics claim that free speech advocacy is being used as an excuse to spread hate and disinformation. \nDuring this event\, Dr Jan Macvarish\, Education and Events Director of the Free Speech Union\, will discuss the work of the FSU\, some of the individual cases they have represented\, and the current state of Free Speech in the UK and further afield. \nThe Exchange organises and hosts public conversations about the important issues of our age. We encourage debate and the sharing of opinions and experiences in a welcoming and respectful environment. The Exchange events take place in The Athenaeum in the heart of Liverpool. The Athenaeum was founded in 1797 to provide a meeting place where ideas and information could be exchanged in pleasant surroundings. The Exchange continues this long tradition of debate and enquiry in the twenty first century. \nAbout Dr Jan Macvarish\nDr Jan Macvarish is the Education and Events Director of the Free Speech Union. Before joining the FSU\, Jan was an academic sociologist at the University of Kent and Birkbeck\, University of London\, with a particular interesting in the study of interpersonal relationships\, parenting\, family life\, family and health policy\, sex and intimacy. She is the author of the book Neuroparenting: The Expert Invasion of Family Life and co-author of two editions of the bestselling book\, Parenting Culture Studies. \nThe Free Speech Union is a non-partisan public interest body that stands up for the speech rights of its members and campaigns for free speech more widely. Launched in 2020 by journalist Toby Young\, the FSU has since grown to just under fourteen thousand members and has achieved successful outcomes in over 70% of its casework. \nFollowing the discussion\, we will enjoy a three-course dinner in the Dining Room\, after which we can relax in the Newsroom until closing time. \nTickets: £37 \n  \nEvent Schedule \n6:30pm  – Arrivals & Welcome \n6:45pm  – Discussion with Dr Jan Macvarish\, hosted by Ian Skillicorn \n8:00pm – Dinner (menu tbc) \n10:30pm – Last Orders \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/the-exchange-presents-the-state-of-free-speech/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Friday Evening Dining - July
DESCRIPTION:At least once a month the Club hosts Friday Evening Dining\, where the Dining Room is open to members on a Friday Evening. \nTypically this will take place on the first Friday of the month\, though where this is not possible it will be moved to another Friday. \nThe Dining Room will be open from 6:30pm for table bookings with slots every 15 minutes until 8:00pm. If you would like to join our Club table\, which dines at 7:30pm\, please stipulate this when booking. \nYou can book for Friday Evening Dining now via the Members’ Area or through the Concierge.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/friday-evening-dining-july/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240710T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240710T123000
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SUMMARY:History of Arts Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Library Reading Room for another meeting of the History of Arts group\, this time revolving around 20th Century British Art & Paintings. \nAttendance of this talk is free to Members and their guests.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/history-of-arts-group-3/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240711T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240711T150000
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SUMMARY:Civic Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Please join the President and his distinguished guests for a delicious two course meal and celebrate the Athenaeum’s unique place in the life our great city. \nThe first Laws of the Athenaeum\, drawn up in 1798\, stated that the Mayor of Liverpool should be a member of the institution for ‘the time being’\, meaning the term of his office. Since then\, Mayors and Lord Mayors have often been our guests at dinners and lunches. Our ties to the city remain strong and cordial. Indeed\, the council\, formerly the corporation\, is our landlord and our 1928 lease stipulates that we should pay the Lord Mayor a ground rent of one peppercorn on demand. \nOver the years\, the courtesy of honorary membership has been extended to other civic dignitaries. Our current Law 3 states that ‘The Lord Mayor of Liverpool\, the Honorary Recorder of Liverpool\, the Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside\, and the High Sheriff of Merseyside\, for their periods of office\, shall be invited to make use of the institution.’ Recent tradition dictates that all these dignitaries are invited annually to lunch at the Athenaeum. \nThis is an important feature of our calendar but one of which many members are unaware. This year\, we have decided to change all that and open the event to all Proprietors\, associate members\, and their guests. \nDress code: lounge suits. \nTickets: £33.50 \n  \nEvent Schedule \n12:30pm – Arrivals & welcome drink \n1:00pm – Lunch \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/civic-lunch/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:History Group - Local Government in 17th Century Prescot
DESCRIPTION:This is a reminder that the next meeting of our History Group will take place on Wednesday\, July 24th\, at 2.30pm (please note the time) when Proprietor Nigel Gilmour will give us a talk on Leet courts – a snapshot of local government in 17C Prescot. Nigel discovered this topic when reading in the Athenaeum Library and gave this talk many years ago to the then History group. He has since revised it. It has interesting links to our recent history. \nThis talk will be in the Library Reading Room. \nAttendance of this talk is free of charge to Members. \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/history-group-11/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T180000
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SUMMARY:New Members Welcome Evening - July
DESCRIPTION:It’s once again time to welcome our newest Proprietors in this New Members event\, complete with share register signing ceremony\, reception drinks & a delicious buffet for those who book. \nA great way to meet more of your fellow members\, guests will be gathering from 6:00pm in the Newsroom with a glass of fizz and nibbles on us! \nLight entertainment will be provided during the evening – tbc\, and there will also be an opportunity for our new Proprietors to sign their share in the history 1809 share register. \nA buffet will also be available during the evening – prebooking is required to assist with catering. \n  \nDrinks Reception : 6:00pm \nSigning Ceremony: 6:30pm \nBuffet Served: 7:30pm \n  \nAttendance of the reception is free of charge. \nTickets for the buffet are £15. \nBook your place now via the Members’ Area or with the Concierge.
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/new-members-welcome-evening-july/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100655
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: A Conversation about Romanian Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Mămăligă\, maize porridge or polenta\, is one of the most popular Romanian dishes. In his recent and highly acclaimed book\, historian Alex Drace-Francis tells the story of how corn\, once just a humble ingredient\, has become over time a national treasure and a recognisable symbol of Romanian everyday life and culture. Eaten by both rich and poor for centuries\, mămăligă can often spark an animated debate about its specificity and relevance in trade\, social connections\, art\, popular culture and ethnicity. Join us to continue this fascinating conversation about the role of food\, ingredients and cultural practices in the formation of national identity. \nJoin us at the iconic Atheneum in the heart of Liverpool on Saturday\, 27 July\, from 12:00pm. The conversation will be followed by a mămăligă feast that includes: tochitură (traditional casserole of pork loin\, sausage\, and liver); mămăligă (slow sooked polenta); varză călită (slow roasted caramelized cabbage with tomato and paprika); telemea (salty sheep cheese); sauté potatoes; welcome drink (thereafter cash bar). \nTicket Price: £30 \n  \nFull Menu \nTochitura (Traditional Casserole of Pork Loin\, Sausage and Liver) \nMamaliga (Slow cooked Polenta) \nVarza Calita (Slow roasted caramelized cabbage with tomato and paprika) \nTelemea (Sheep Cheese with a Slightly Salty and Creamy Texture) \nSauté Potatoes \nAssorted Bread Rolls \n 
URL:https://theathenaeum.org.uk/event/food-for-thought-a-conversation-about-romanian-cuisine/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum Liverpool\, Church Alley\, Liverpool\, L1 3DD\, United Kingdom
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