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Independence Day delight for Reading’s Vincentians

by Staff Writer
August 20, 2023
in People, Reading
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READING Vincentians will be celebrating their country’s 44th Independence Day with a commemorative dance and dinner.

Community group St Vincent & The Grenadines Reading is inviting people to Hilton Reading on Saturday, October 21, for the black tie event.

A drinks reception will be followed by a three-course meal, entertainment and an opportunity to hit the dancefloor. A soca and reggae mix will be delivered by artists True Identity, G String and Hot Ice.

There will be a raffle, which will help raise funds for Lupus UK.

Tickets are £60 if purchased before October 1 and £65 thereafter. Members tickets are £55.

The event takes place from 6pm-1am.

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