Wednesday 15th May 2013

Cheese, Pate and More!

The Bar Convent Association are once again holding  their popular Cheese and Pate Evening at The Bar Convent.

This year there will also be Home Produce (james, pickles, cakes etc) on offer.

The entrance fee is £5 payable at the door and includes cheese, pate and a glass of wine or a soft drink.

7.30pm – 9pm

All Welcome!

Thursday 16th May 2013

Wine Tasting Evening

Join us on an adventure of tasting…

Experience the diversity offered by the smaller, independent vineyards of Europe and the New World.

Geoff Walker, wine consultant, will be introducing us to some of his favourite Reds, Whites and, ready for the Summer, a crisp, zesty Rose.

Tickets cost £12 each and include wine and nibbles. 7pm start.

Please book in advance.

Saturday 18th May 2013

Ecumenical Pilgrimage in honour of the Venerable Mary Ward

Pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady of Mount Grace, Osmotherley, North Yorkshire.

Gathering at noon for prayer, reflection and silent space ending with Sunday vigil Mass at 3.30pm for those who wish.

Please bring packed lunch.

A coach will leave the Bar Convent at 10.30am. Car parking available at the north end of the village.

For further information, or to reserve a place on the coach, please contact 01904 464946 or email marywalmsley.cj@gmail.com

Thursday 30th May 2013

Tennants Auctioneers – Valuation Day at The Bar Convent

Valuation for sale of antiques, collectables and jewellery.

Tennants Auctioneers will be available between 11am and 3pm to talk to you about the items you bring and to provide a valuation - admission free.

Why not treat yourself to morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea while you wait.

No booking necessary.

Saturday 1st June 2013

Catholic History Day

Your opportunity to discover more of the story of the Catholic Church in our region.

The day starts at 10am with coffee followed by the first talk at 10.30am.

Tony Lawton: From Treason to Toleration, Catholicks and the Law from the 16^th to the 20^th Century.

Dr. Jonathan Bush: That notorious Murpheyite’: Patrick Flynn,  anti-Catholicism and English-Irish tension in Stockton and Hartlepool, 1850 to 1870.

Drs Caroline Bowden and James Kelly: Yorkshire connections with English convents in exile, 1600 to 1800.

There will also be a chance to visit the Bar Convent Museum and the day will conclude at 4.30pm with the vigil Mass of Sunday in the historic chapel.

Cost £15.00 (students £7.50) which includes refreshments, but not lunch.

All welcome – no need to book.

Further information can be obtained from Judith Smeaton on 01904 704525 judith.smeaton@btinternet.com

Friday 28th June 2013

Dress For Less with Sue Ryder and The Bar Convent

A fun evening repeated this year by popular demand!

Hosted by the Friends of The Bar Convent this Charity Fashion Show is a fun way to raise money.
All clothes will be available to purchase after the show and the proceeds will be split between The Friends of The Bar Convent and Sue Ryder.

Tickets cost £10 each and include wine/juice and nibbles. The show starts at 7pm.
Please purchase your tickets in advance from The Bar Convent Reception.

The Friends of the Bar Convent registered charity number 1000348
Sue Ryder registered charity number 1052076

Saturday 27th July 2013

Living Theology Summer School 2013

Saturday 27th July to Monday 29th July

Living Theology at the Bar Convent is a weekend Summer School organised by a lay committee and taught by Jesuits and others who have an interest in the teaching and spirituality of Ignatius of Loyola.  It offers a friendly, open, and welcoming venue for the study of a variety of issues of relevance to people interested in Theology and Spirituality, and particularly related to today’s society.  

A  warm community spirit develops over the three days which encourages wider discussion and sharing.  Most participants tend to be Catholics, but people from other denominations are welcome.

Consult the Living Theology Website for further details.
www.livingtheology.org.uk