Morning All,

Well here we are in the depths of winter - the dogs now slide down the icy outside stairs on their haunches. Today, Greg and I have planted eight berry bushes, some asparugus and rhubard heads. Have to do something in the garden when it is bare, damp and cold.

We have been busy with many functions - at least it is warm inside.

We have seen two very good movies recently - 'I am love ' and 'Mother and Child'. Recommend both.

End of financial year? Another day another dollar.

Have pictures of some new stock below.

 

Carved rose pendants

Turqoise in different shapes and sizes

'my walit' colourful Italian leather wallets

Large hole pearls back in stock

Pewter rings and earrings

Antique Chinese calligraphy brushes and hat boxes

Stefano de Pieri – Celebrity Chef
Monday 16th August
Demonstration and Lunch 12-2pm $125
Reservations essential ph 6284 2868

Bastille Feast
Wednesday 14th July
Special Menu – an array of traditional French Dishes $20 pp. Bookings essential.

Pizza n Pasta Family Sunday Lunch
Upcoming Pizza n Pasta Sundays: 18th July & 29th August
Our own pizza dough and fresh pasta. Choose from 3 gourmet pizzas or 3 pasta dishes – great prices to suit families. Bookings recommended to secure a table.

High Tea in the Refectory
Upcoming High Teas: 11th July, 1st August & 22nd August
Take time out, meet up with friends for with traditional food, served with traditional style. Four savoury foods, three sweets, glass of sparkling, tablecloths and tiered plates. $25 per person, 3pm-5pm.
High Teas are usually booked out, if you would like to come to High Tea, you may buy tickets with your credit card and we will send them to you. Bookings essential – 6284 2868

Beading Classes
Creative Retreats: beginner's necklace, earrings & bracelet on 17th July & 28th August
Contemporary Knotting Workshops: 3rd July & 14th August. 2.30-4.30pm $28 pp.
Wire Workshop: twisted wire bracelet. 24th July, 2.30-4.30pm $28 pp.
Pearl Knotting Workshop: 31st July. 2.30-4.30pm $28 pp.
All bookings & enquiries ph 6284 2868

Book Club
First Saturday of the Month 2-4pm
A relaxed monthly get together to discuss and swap books. Includes time to chat and have afternoon tea, formal discussion as well as book swapping. Each member takes a turn selecting books for reading and moderating the discussions. Enquiries 6284 2868

Beading Club
First Saturday of the Month at 10am
A morning for active beaders to meet. Bring your own projects and supplies and share ideas and techniques. An opportunity to share the camaraderie of beading in a group where one can learn from other members and Benedict House staff.
Cost $10. Enquiries 6284 2868

Music Club
Third Sunday of the Month
Soloists or small groups of musicians and storytellers - established or young - will gather in ‘The Refectory’ 3-5pm. Enquiries 6284 2868

Fresh Produce
in season fruit and veg from region is available every Saturday & Sunday + bread, olive oils, Lindsay & Edmund’s chocolate, Sue's famous apple pies and our preserves - reducing the ‘food miles’

Take care,
Kate