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Dear Members and Friends,We are delighted to invite you to the 2024 edition of the Velvet Night. This will take place at Somerville College, Oxford on 9th November 2024.
The Velvet Night is the greatest annual event of the OUCSS held to celebrate the anniversary of the Velvet Revolution: a milestone in the Czech and Slovak history which lasted from November to December 1989 and resulted in a unique, peaceful transition to our current democratic regime. Every year, we welcome Czech and Slovak students, alumni, and any friends of our society, to celebrate this historical moment with a formal dinner at one of our beautiful Oxford colleges. And there is more – every year, a distinguished guest arrives to share their memories of the revolution, their perception of democracy, and more.
*Who is our distinguished guest for 2024?*
We are delighted to announce that our guest for this year is the Slovak diplomat and actress, Mrs Magda Vašáryová, recognized in 2016 for her lifetime of work fighting communism and corruption.
*Can I take part?*
Yes, we welcome everybody who shares our interest in the Czech and Slovak culture and history!
*How can I get a ticket and how much will it make?*
Our tickets have been released and you can find the prices and purchase your tickets below:
https://campus.hellorubric.com/?s=1246&eventid=29060.
*What is the plan for the day?*
The ticket covers not only a black tie dinner at Somerville College, but also a number of exciting events starting in the afternoon. Please see the preliminary schedule below:
16:00 pm Panel Discussion with Mrs Magda Vášáryová (Magdalen College Auditorium)
17:30 pm Classical Music Concert (Magdalen College Auditorium)
19:00 pm Welcome Drinks (Somerville College)
19:45 pm: Formal Dinner (Somerville College Hall)
21:30 pm onwards: Drinks (The Royal Oak, Jericho)
You can further purchase separate tickets (same link as above) to our Afternoon Tea and Chat with Mrs Vašáryová at Magdalen College, starting at 14:00.
Please note that this schedule is not final. However, no major changes are expected.
*What should I wear?*
The dress code for the dinner is black tie optional. (https://emilypost.com/advice/black-tie-dress-code)
*Any further questions and queries?*
Do not hesitate to get in touch at [email protected] or on our Facebook page Oxford University Czech and Slovak Society.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Somerville College, Cancer Research Uk, Oxford, OX2 6, United Kingdom,Oxford, Oxfordshire
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