CCR Walks: Popeless! - November 30, 2025

A new exhibition entitled "Il Giubileo senza papa" (The Jubilee Without a Pope) at Trajan's Market charts the ways in which jubilees shaped the medieval image of Rome, focusing particularly on the second popeless Holy Year, held in 1350, amongst Black Death (Bubonic Plague) and earthquake survivors in Rome. The pope at that time was in Avignon, so he could not preside over the celebrations.

When: Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025

Time: 10:30 (please arrive by 10:15)

Meeting Place: registered participants will be informed of the exact spot by email. 

Cost: Guided visit for CCR members €10, non-members €15. MIC card holders eligible for free admission to Trajan's Market. Make sure your card is up-to-date and already valid before the weekend. For others, the cost of admission to Trajan's Market for residents of Rome (with ID confirming this) is €13. Non-residents €17.50.

RSVP: ATTN Joe at canadarome@gmail.com

CCR Talks: Jubilee Levity - February 2, 2025

“The one where the cardinal’s mule goes crazy!” The first of our "CCR Talks" this year will be a humorous introduction to the 2025 Jubilee. Yes, the new Holy Year is now upon us and to help us be patient as we negotiate the roadblocks and the crowds, Olivia will outline the main features of a holy year, why this one is a jubilee, and the origins and meanings of the terms.

We will have some refreshments at a potluck Sunday brunch while embarking on a (hopefully humorous) historical overview of the monumental achievements and artistic events we owe to past holy years, but we will also hear about the many mishaps and contretemps of all kinds which pilgrims and Romans had to put up with during the last 700 years.

When: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025

Time: 11 a.m.

Where: Trieste neighbourhood. Confirmed participants will be informed by email of the exact meeting point.  

Cost: €10 for members and €15 for non-members.

NB: Attendance limited to 14 people due to space limitations. CCR members have priority.

Potluck: Contributions welcome of wine/prosecco and snacks to nibble on at the beginning; salad and dessert will also be welcome.

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Peter by Jan. 30. You are financially responsible for your reservation.