Today marks the celebration of the University of Tartu's 375th birthday. There are gala concerts, new statues, and a slew of invited dignitaries. The entire town has had a makeover -- streets are fixed, building have new paint, and there are fresh flowers planted everywhere, not to mention all of the decorative flags and banners sprinkled throughout town. As an outsider, it is nice to be a witness to all of the fanfare and a participant in the party.
Today, I waved at the Queen of Sweden as she made her way into the Main Hall of the University (see photo, above). I am not sure if she saw me in the crowd, but she did smile and return a wave or two in our direction.
This evening, I will play together with Popsid in the gala concert for the anniversary. The entire concert is a huge affair with choirs, folk ensembles, and folk dancing -- a true show in honor of the long history of the university. I look forward to taking part!
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Hej Sylvia, eller kanske, Hallo! Just over a year since she (and hubby) were here in Vaasa for our 400th (the town, not the uni). Hej Jenn! Looks like a good party!!
Did the Queen of Sweden give you anything that you were needin'? Hai-de-hai-de-hai! Ho-de-ho-de-ho-de-ho! Selfishly, I thought this post was going to be a shout out to my birthday, but I guess Tartu has me beat by 345 years! Glad you enjoyed the celebration. :)
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