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Social Program
Opening Ceremony and Reception
Monday, 22 June 2009, beginning at 5:30 pm
On behalf of the President of IPOS, all IPOS Board Members and the Co-Chairs of the IPOS 11th World Congress of Psycho-Oncology, you are invited to attend the Congress Opening Ceremony. The Opening Ceremony and Reception will take place immediately following the Psychosocial Academy workshops on Monday, 22 June 2009 at 5:30 pm at the Austria Center Vienna.
The Ceremony will include a cultural program featuring the music of famous Austrian composers as well as other local cultural entertainment. The Opening Ceremony will also offer a refreshing cocktail after the program and will create an interactive and integrative atmosphere.
The Opening Ceremony and Reception is complimentary to all attendees registered for the Congress. A limited number of tickets is available, so register right away!
Reception of the Mayor and Governor of Vienna
Tuesday, 23 June 2009, beginning at 8:00 pm
You are invited to enjoy a reception of the Mayor and Governor of Vienna, Dr. Michael Häupl, in a traditional winery located between vineyards and the Vienna Woods. This winery (Ernst and Gerti Huber's Winery), with its cozy parlours and romantic patio, has been a popular wine tavern for almost 30 years. The lovely atmosphere inside the house and in the beautiful garden, as well as the traditional food and drink, will be a wonderful experience in Austrian culture and Viennese hospitality, which will make the evening unforgettable. The reception is free of charge for all registered participants of the Congress, but because of limited space, you must register for this unique event when you register for the Congress.
Gala Dinner
Wednesday, 24 June 2009, beginning at 8:00 pm
| The Gala Dinner will take place at the Palais Auersperg in the Center of Vienna, which was built in the period of 1706–1710 using the plans of the famous Austrian architects Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and Lukas von Hildebrandt. Since it was built, the Palais Auersberg has been considered one of the most important historical places in Europe. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joseph Haydn and Christoph Willibald Gluck were all inspired by the atmosphere of the Palais, which contributed to some of their most significant compositions. |  |
You will be inspired by this Baroque building with a beautiful park outside, by the music of Mozart and by excellent food which will be served in an exquisite setting. After the dinner, you can choose to dance in the Wintergarden or simply relax in the park outside and continue networking with your colleagues.
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Limited seating is available, so purchase tickets for yourself and your guests right away! Tickets may be purchased on the registration form for €75 per person. This fee includes a before-dinner cocktail reception, a delicious meal (including wine) and a very special musical performance. Delegates and guests who purchase Gala Dinner tickets may attend the Congress Clubbing at no additional charge. |
Congress Clubbing
Wednesday, 24 June 2009, beginning after Gala Dinner at 10:00 pm
The Congress Clubbing will begin at approximately 10:00 pm, after the Gala Dinner, at the Palais Auersperg in the Center of Vienna. Varied dance music will be offered for all attendees, including both the young and the young-at-heart of the IPOS Congress family. The dancing will continue until the early morning for those energetic enough to stay up so late!
All Congress participants and guests are invited to attend this event. Delegates and guests who purchase Gala Dinner tickets may attend the Congress Clubbing at no additional charge. For all other delegates and guests, a Congress Clubbing ticket for just dancing beginning at 10:00 pm and two drinks is available for €15. There are limited tickets for Congress Clubbing, so please register for your tickets on the Congress registration form as soon as possible!
