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[Company name]
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Dear [recipient's name]:

It gives me great pleasure to extend an invitation to our annual holiday party, taking place from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, December 4 at the downtown City Club. At this event you will enjoy complimentary food and beverages, live music, and great conversation. Attire will be semi-formal, and feel free to bring a guest.

Please RSVP by November 22 to Gail Smith at 555-1212. We hope you will join us in celebrating the season and a successful year.

Warm greetings,

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