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or call Jennifer Harding at 713-348-6094 for assistance.
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Weekend Highlights for the Golden Anniversary Reunion
Thursday, November 3
7 p.m.
Class of 1961 Supper
Home of Hary and Sue Lawson
1720 North Boulevard
Houston, TX 77098
Kick-Off Supper
Nostalgic James Coney Island, Subways, a homemade salad bar and dessert!
(Please try to carpool if possible--there is on-street parking but you might be walking a block.)
Friday, November 4
11:30 a.m.
Golden R Reception and Luncheon
Reception at 11:30 a.m. and luncheon buffet at Noon
Tickets for alumni and friends are $25.
Doré Commons, James A. Baker III Hall
Before the luncheon enjoy a lecture, "Thomas Jefferson in France," by Rice professor John B. Boles '65
Kelly Intenational Conference Facility, James A. Baker III Hall
4 – 8 p.m.
Alumni Evening on the Central Quad
A casual gathering for alumni, friends and families. Enjoy light fare and libations, magic and balloon artists, "wearable light" (light necklaces, rings) and the great sounds of Kevin Charles and his band. Kevin's music will span the decades with tunes old and new. This family friendly event is fun for everyone. Stop by at any point 4 – 8 p.m. to enjoy this evening gathering.
Though there is no charge, reservations are requested.
Ray Courtyard, RMC, Central Quad
6 p.m.
Class of 1961 Golden Reunion Dinner at Cohen House, Rice Faculty Club
Cocktails and dinner will delight you at this elegant and traditional location.
Tickets for alumni and friends are $70.
Saturday, November 5
10 a.m.
Take the Tour
Meet at the Sallyport for mimosas and start your tour of campus.
Wear your walking shoes and view the buildings of Rice – old and new.
Noon
Rice Alumni Barbecue
Right next to Tailgate Owley, the Alumni Barbecue is the place to be. With Goode Company cook'in and fix'ins, suds and iced tea, there is a place at the table for everyone – alumni, family and friends. Space bouncers for the kids and a bit of county western music make this a truly entertaining pregame lunch for all. Barbecue will be served continuously Noon – 2 p.m.
The Rice vs. UTEP kick-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.
Barbecue tickets for alumni and friends are $15. Barbecue tickets for children under 12 are $10.
Alumni Tent, Rice Stadium entrance # 3 (Rice Boulevard entrance # 17)
or
Noon
Homecoming Luncheon
Doré Commons in James A. Baker III Hall provides a sophisticated venue for this pregame event. A catered fall buffet offers an excellent dining experience accompanied by favorites St. Arnold, Shiner, "red" and "white." Lunch will be served continuously Noon – 2 p.m.
The Rice vs. UTEP kick-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.
Luncheon tickets for alumni and friends are $35.
Doré Commons, James A. Baker III Hall
2:30 p.m.
Rice vs. UTEP
Football Game, Rice Stadium
Game tickets are $20 per person.
Tickets can be purchased as part of the Class of 1961 reunion package
or online at http://www.riceowls.com
Postgame (5:30 p.m.)
50th Reunion Gathering at Wiess President's House
Meet for cocktails after the game at the historic Wiess President's House. Renovated in 2004, the mansion at the corner of Sunset and Main provides a remarkable venue for a Rice celebration. Friends and classmates, excellent fare and light music will make this memorable evening complete.
Tickets for alumni and friends are $35.
Wiess President's House Click here to see the Wiess President's House
Main at Sunset
Houston, TX 77005
Evening "after-party"
Class of 1961 Party (following the postgame event at Wiess President's House)
Home of Robert and Judy Ley Allen
3834 Inwood
Houston, TX 77019
Details to be announced
Sunday, November 6
9:15
Service in the Rice Memorial Chapel
Robert M. Moody, Bishop of Oklahoma Episcopal Diocese, retired
10:00 a.m.
50th Reunion Brunch at the Peter and Nancy Huff House
Peter and Nancy Huff House Click here to see the Peter and Nancy Huff House
(current home of the Association of Rice Alumni) will make this memorable morning complete.
Tickets for alumni and friends are $30.
Link to Golden Reunion Annual Fund
Mailed this summer . . . Class of 1961 Reunion invitation with response card
Coming in September . . . Rice Homecoming & Reunion 2011 brochure
May we answer a question? 713-348-6094 or harding@rice.edu |
