June 10 –14, 2009, Finlandia Hall, Helsinki, Finland
Social Programme
| Date and event | Place | Time | Fee |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||
| Opening Ceremony | Finlandia Hall | 18:00-20:00 | Free of charge |
| Get-Together Buffet | Finlandia Hal | 20:00-22:00 | Free of charge |
| Thursday, June 11 | |||
| Helsinki City Reception* | Helsinki City Hall | 18:30-20:00 | Free of charge |
| Post-Graduate Disco* | Teatteri Nightclub | 20:00-04:00 | 0 € / 25 € (non-postgraduates) |
| Friday, June 12 | |||
| President’s Reception* | Restaurant Kalastajatorppa | 19:30-24:00 | Free of charge |
| Saturday, June 13 | |||
| Congress Dinner* | Restaurant Sipuli | 20:00-24:00 | 110 € / person |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||
| Congress Outing* | Tuusula | 09:30-15:30 | 100 € / person |
Helsinki City Reception
The City of Helsinki will host a reception at the City Hall located at the Market Square. The building is part of the neoclassical city centre which dates back to the time when Finland was part of the Russian Empire. It has served as a residence for the Governor General, as a Russian naval hospital, and as a famous hotel.
President’s Reception
The Kalastajatorppa restaurant (Fisherman’s Hut) is located by the sea and relatively close to the city centre. Enjoy a buffet dinner and stunning sea views.
The Silver Mill Competition will be held during the reception.
Transfers to and from the event will be provided from the hotels.
Post-Graduate Disco
Teatteri Nightclub is in the heart of Helsinki on Esplanade street. The club is very popular among both young and old and has a covered terrace. The club is open until 4 a.m.
Congress Dinner
Set in a restored red brick warehouse, Restaurant Sipuli has established itself as a classic Helsinki landmark for gourmets. The menus are inspired by the maritime atmosphere of the restaurant.
The Congress dinner will be in the large and bright winter garden. The golden domes of the Uspenski Cathedral on the skyline above the glass ceiling provide a truly unique surrounding. Dress code: smart.
Congress Outing to Tuusula
Tuusula Lake area has a picturesque landscape with birch, rowan and pine trees. Since the end of the 19th century many famous Finnish artists lived there. The unspoiled nature inspired their creativity and works. You will enjoy a drive along the beautiful Lake Road to Ainola, home, and museum, of our national composer Jean Sibelius (1865-1957). His log house was designed by architect Lars Sonck and in the garden lies the grave of Jean and Aino Sibelius. The second visit destination is Halosenniemi, a red-pine wood villa designed and built by Pekka Halonen (1865-1933), one of the most beloved of Finnish painters. In honour of his love for nature, his home is now a nature preservation area. During this Finnish cultural history tour you will also enjoy a cello concert at the beautiful old Tuusula church by the lake. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant at the end of the tour. The tour ends either at the airport or in the city centre of Helsinki.
Please note: Tuusula is close to the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (about 15 minutes drive by car), so you can easily go to the airport at any time during the tour if your flight departs on Sunday afternoon.