TEMPLATE // 🍽️ Food for Thought: ADD TOPIC – A Jeffersonian Dinner Experience
Wed, Oct 09
|Patty's Barn
Join us for an intimate evening of deep conversation and a delicious 2-course home-cooked meal. Inspired by Jefferson Dinners, this event offers one conversation on one topic, with no side conversations. Engage in meaningful dialogue, broaden your perspective, and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere.


Time & Location
Oct 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Patty's Barn, Patty's Barn, The Salt Marsh, Hillam Ln, Cockerham, Lancaster LA2 0DY, UK
About the event
Join us for a special evening of thoughtful conversation and a home-cooked 2-course meal. Our monthly gatherings are inspired by the famous Jeffersonian Dinners. Gather around the table with like-minded individuals for an intimate dinner designed to foster meaningful connections, all while exploring the complexities of todays society.
This event focuses on one conversation around one topic and there’s only one golden rule: no side conversations—when one person speaks, everyone listens.
With 6-12 guests bringing their own experiences and perspectives, you'll be part of an engaging, thought-provoking dialogue that will broaden your mind and spark new ideas.
THE TOPIC -
SUMMARY FOLLOW UP / LEAD QUESTIONS AND ICEBREAKER
This is your chance to share your thoughts, hear fresh perspectives, and engage in a meaningful, insightful discussion that helps us all make better sense of the world. Think of it as an polarisation movement—a space where respectful listening and mutual understanding take centre stage over over division.
How the Evening Flows:
6-12 guests will gather for dinner.
We’ll start with an icebreaker questio n around the evenings topic and each guest will introduce themselves and share their thoughts.
The conversation will be free-flowing, with the host keeping things on track as needed.
At the end of the evening, each guest will share a takeaway—something they learned, found inspiring, or want to explore further.
We’ll finish with tea and time to chat and connect, and make any follow ups.
Why Join?
This dinner is all about connection and discovery —sharing stories, listening, and learning from one another in a relaxed and welcoming setting. In today’s world of quick interactions and surface-level conversations, this event offers something different: a space to listen, share, and engage with others on a deeper level.
Whether you're passionate about meaningful conversation, curious, or simply looking for an inspiring evening out, this event is for you.
This is a space for thoughtful dialogue, mutual understanding, and human connection, all while enjoying a warm meal together.
Who Can Join?
Absolutely anyone! The more diverse the group, the richer the conversation will be. All voices are welcome at the table. Just be sure to arrive on time, as the experience works best when everyone is present from the start.
What’s Included:
A 2-course home-cooked meal featuring seasonal ingredients, prepared with care to provide a wholesome, comforting dining experience. (vegetarian option available; we cannot cater to other dietary requirements at this time)
A welcome drink to kick off the evening.
Teas and coffees are included, all other drinks are available via our cashless bar
Tickets are limited, so book now to secure your place at the table!