1. Slovenia – the green treasure of Europe: Lake Bled SLOVENIAN NATIONAL PARTY

2. Piran – beautiful town on the Adriatic Coast Slovenian students at the College of Europe are proud to invite you to the…

3. …SLOVENIAN NATIONAL PARTY on Friday, 7 th February 2003 at 9 p.m.* in the Reception Hall of the Episcopal Seminary entrance through the illuminated patio of the Oliebaan Residence Oliebaan 5 A, Brugge * You are kindly requested to come on time and to be seated at 9 p.m. The first time ever in Brugge!

4. France Prešerens Day on the eve of the Slovenian National Day… A Toast* * The Slovenian national anthem The vintage, friends, is over, And here sweet wine makes, once again, Sad eyes and hearts recover, Puts fire in every vein, Drowns dull care Everywhere And summons hope out of despair. God's blessing on all nations, Who long and work for that bright day, When o'er earth's habitations No war, no strife shall hold its sway; Who long to see That all men free No more shall foes, but neighbours be.

5. Dress code required (For ladies evening dress and for men suit with tie) No entrance fee! …SLOVENIAN NATIONAL PARTY

6. Programme 9 pmCultural programme Honourable speeches by Mr. Janez Potočnik Minister of European Affairs, Mr. Alojzij Peterle Representative of the candidate countries in the Praesidium of the Convention 10 pmReception with typical Slovenian food and wine tasting 10.30 pmConcert with live music Raffle with plenty of gifts 11 pmParty with DJ…

7. Honourable guests Mr. Janez Potočnik Minister of European Affairs Mr. Franci But Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Food Mr. Alojz Peterle Representative of the candidate countries in the Praesidium of the Convention Mrs. Marija Adanja Ambassador of the Republic of Slovenia to Belgium Mr. Ciril Štokelj Ambassador of the Mission of the Republic of Slovenia to the European Union Mrs. Nevenka Hrovatin University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics, Vice Dean Mr. Wilfried Wouters Honorary Alderman of Brugge

8. Reception with typical Slovenian food and wine tasting

9. Who among you will spend five days in Bohinj? Five days for two in Pension Tripič in Bohinjska Bistrica Flight to Slovenia for one Guide to Slovenia A lot of Gorenjka chocolate Lots of other prizes to win… Raffle!

10. Live concert of Andraž Hribar

11. Slovenia is unique Slovenia lies at the heart of Europe where the Alps and the Mediterranean meet the Pannonian plains and the mysterious Karst. Lipizzaners – unique horses from Slovenia, from LIPICA - are considered to be the finest horses in the world. They are very intelligent, sociable and graceful horses. Slovenian National Party will be unique as well!

12. Do not miss the first Slovenian National Party ever! Slovenia, one of Central Europe's best kept secrets

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14. Visit our official website http://welcome.to/slovenianparty SOČA river – deep, almost unreal emerald green colour

15. Important notice On the evening of the Slovenian National Party, on Friday 7th February, there will be NO dinner served in residence! We will offer you food and drinks. One more reason to come to our party! PLEASE, sign up on the lists posted in the canteen and at the College. (as it is requested by the Administration of the College of Europe)!