2008 Prince George’s Classic Schedule of Events

Monday, September 29, 2008
HARLEM RENAISSANCE GOLF CLASSIC
Enjoy a Great Day of Golf for a Wonderful Cause

Cross Creek Golf Course
12800 Bay Hill Drive
Beltsville, MD 20705
Registration: 7:30AM
Shotgun Start: 8:30AM

Enjoy a great day of golf for a wonderful cause! Golfers can participate in the "Longest Drive," "Closest to the Pin," and "Hole in One" challenges for a chance to win amazing prizes. An awards ceremony will be held immediately after the tournament. Proceeds from the golf tournament will support scholarships for Prince George's County students attending Historically Black Colleges & Universities. This year's honored school is North Carolina A&T University.


Thursday, October 2, 2008
WELCOME RECEPTION HOSTED BY THE PRINCE GEORGE'S BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
This is the Official Launch of the Prince George's Classic Weekend!
The Westin National Harbor
171 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Time: 7PM – 10PM

An event you cannot afford to miss! This is the best time to meet and network with the business and political leaders from Prince George's County and the Washington/Baltimore metropolitan areas.   Last year's event had appearances from members of the County Council and the State Delegation. This is also a great opportunity to visit the National Harbor, a premier destination on the east coast. Music, dancing, food and drinks make this event a wonderful start to a "classic" weekend!


Friday, October 3, 2008
PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC BATTLE OF THE BANDS PRESENTED BY Comcast
Featuring Show Style High School Marching Bands in Prince George's County, Baltimore & D.C.
Comcast Center at the University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Time: 7PM – 10PM

The Battle of the Bands is one of the major highlights of the Classic Weekend. Watch in awe as high school marching bands from Prince George's County, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC showcase their amazing musical talents through intense choreographed routines. Bowie State University's "Symphony of Soul" will make a special guest appearance. Expect the Battle of the Bands to be the cornerstone of the Prince George's Classic Weekend!


50 Million Pound Challenge Logo Saturday, October 4, 2008
THE 50 MILLION POUND CHALLENGE WALK PRESENTED BY STATE FARM®
5k Walk to Address the Health & Fitness Concerns of the African American Community
Special Guest Appearance by Dr. Ian Smith, Founder of the 50 Million Pound Challenge Health Initiative

Bowie State University
Campus Drive
Bowie, MD 20715
Time: 9AM

State Farm Insurance and the Prince George's County Health Department are proud to present the 50 Million Pound Challenge Walk during the Prince George's Classic Weekend. This 5k walk will allow the community to come together and address the health and fitness concerns of African Americans. Dr. Ian Smith, bestselling author and diet and fitness expert, will be in attendance for the walk and will also be on hand for photo opportunities and to autograph his books. When the walk concludes there will be a health and wellness fair located at the center of Bowie's campus. We are asking our community, including churches, community centers, walking clubs, sororities, fraternities, colleges and universities to pre-register for the walk HERE. Please come on out and join us for a fantastic day of health and fitness in "Gorgeous Prince George's."


PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR PRESENTED BY THE PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Featuring Free Health Screenings and Health & Wellness Exhibitors
Bowie State University
Courtyard
Bowie, MD 20715
Time: 10AM – 2PM

Presented by the Prince George's County Health Department, the Health & Wellness Fair is encouraging County residents to assume responsibility for their own health and wellbeing. The fair will feature free health screenings and exams, numerous health and wellness exhibitors, fitness instructors, healthcare experts, health and nutrition presentations, and information on disease awareness, prevention and management.


PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC COLLEGE SHOWCASE
Prince George's County Most Acclaimed College Fair!
The Mall at Prince George's
3500 East West Highway
Hyattsville, MD 20782
Time: 10AM – 2PM

The Showcase is a very informative college fair representing more than 50 colleges and educational organizations from across the nation. Admission representatives will be available to discuss undergraduate programs, admission and financial aid requirements and the "college experience." There will also be a series of workshops on topics ranging from college planning, standardized test preparation and securing scholarships and financial aid. This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing higher education.


5TH ANNUAL PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC FOOTBALL GAME & HALFTIME SHOW
Lincoln University vs. Bowie State University
"Orange Crush Roaring Lions Marching Band" & "The Symphony of Soul"

Bowie State University
Bulldog Stadium
Bowie, MD 20715
Kickoff: 1PM

The 5th Annual Prince George's Classic will be a match-up between two of the CIAA's football programs – Bowie State University Bulldogs and the Lincoln University Lions. The close proximity of each school to Prince George's County coupled with the very strong area alumni groups will create an exhilarating atmosphere.

Don't miss the halftime show! Dance and sing along to the performances of Bowie State's "The Symphony of Soul" and Lincoln University's "Orange Crush Roaring Lions Marching Band." This Classic tradition has become the highlight of the Classic football game.



2007 1st Place Winner: Alpha Phi Alpha
THE PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC RED CARPET STEP SHOW & DTLR FASHION SHOW
"A NIGHT OF STEPPIN' OUT ON THE RED CARPET"

PRESENTED BY Southwest Airlines
Featuring Sororities & Fraternities from the "Divine Nine"
Eleanor Roosevelt High School Auditorium
7601 Hanover Parkway
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Time: 6PM


2007 1st Place Winner: Zeta Phi Beta
Enjoy an evening of socializing, networking, fashion, food and prizes live on the red carpet. From 6pm – 7:15pm witness new fall fashions presented by Downtown Locker Room (DTLR). Then the real action begins at 7:30pm as fraternities and sororities from Bowie State University, Lincoln University, Howard University, Morgan State University, and other local colleges compete for cash prizes at the Prince George's Classic Red Carpet Step Show. Don't miss your chance to win a pair of Southwest Airlines roundtrip tickets and other fabulous giveaways. You remember last year; tickets were sold out three days before the event. Don't delay in purchasing your tickets!!! Seats are limited.


Sunday, October 5, 2008
CHURCH SERVICES
Ebenezer AME
7707 Allentown Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Time: 7:45AM & 11:15AM