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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Is it just me or are these totally different things?[/quote]

Very much.

You're welcome to come = you found out/I told you about plans I made without you but I don't care if you come. Come or don't come. Either way, I'm going and will enjoy myself.

Example 1:
Mom 1 - would you like to come over for lunch on Thursday and let the kids play?
Mom 2 - oh, we would, but we have plans to go to the zoo that day. you're welcome to come, though!

This is genuine, IMO.

Example 2:
Woman 1: I heard you and Doug are having a BBQ on Saturday. That sounds nice.
Woman 2: we're hoping it will be! You're welcome to come.

This is more of the oops, I forgot about you/didn't invite you but don't care if you do join us scenario. It can be genuine but probably isn't most of the time.

I want you to come is usually said when extending an offer or setting up plans, not after plans have been made.

Example: 
Mom 1: I was thinking of taking the kids to the zoo next week. I want you and your kids to come with us. What day would work best for you?
Mom 2: Wednesday is free for us. Would that work for you? 
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