2008 Prince George’s Classic Schedule of Events

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.

An event you cannot afford to miss! This is the best time to network and socialize with the business and political leaders from Prince George's County and the Washington, DC metropolitan area.   Last year's Welcome Reception had appearances from members of the County Council and the State Delegation. Don’t miss your chance to visit the new National Harbor – an exquisite 300-acre waterfront destination in Prince George’s County. Enjoy the sultry sounds of Brian Lenair, jazz saxophonist extraordinaire and former front man for the legendary Jazz/R&B band Spur of the Moment. Door prizes and giveaways will include a pair of Southwest Airlines roundtrip tickets. Music, dancing, food, drinks and fun make this event a wonderful start to a "classic" weekend!

This event is FREE and open to professionals and perspective Prince George's Black Chamber of Commerce members. Enjoy refreshments as you learn more about the Chamber and network and socialize with current Chamber members. This event precedes the Prince George's Classic VIP Welcome Reception.

PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC BATTLE OF THE BANDS PRESENTED BY  

The Battle of the Bands is one of the major highlights of the Classic Weekend and this year will be no different. 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. Be entertained by radio personality DJ Rico as he "rocks the crowd" and serves as host of the Battle of the Bands. Special guest appearances by Bowie State University's "Symphony of Soul" and Lincoln University’s “Orange Crush Roaring Lions" Marching Band. Expect the Battle of the Bands to be the cornerstone of the Prince George's Classic Weekend!

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Complementary parking will be provided by the M. Leo Storch Management Company at Hilltop Plaza Shopping Center, located at the intersection of Route 450 and Race Track Road, Bowie, Maryland. Parking is available behind the Outback Steakhouse. Shuttle bus service to and from the campus of Bowie State University will be available between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

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.

If you are interested in providing health and wellness services as a HEALTH vendor during the fair, please click HERE to download the health vendor registration packet. All other vendors click HERE.

The deadline for all vendor registrations is Friday, September 19, 2008 by 5 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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.

Colleges and exhibitors click HERE to download the College Showcase registration form.

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

PARKING: There will be a $5 fee to park on Bowie’s campus for the football game.

TAILGATING: Tailgating will be permitted between Parking Lots E & F
Bowie State University is an alcohol free campus.

2007 1st Place Winner: Alpha Phi Alpha

2007 1st Place Winner: Zeta Phi Beta

THE PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC RED CARPET GRAND FINALE OLE & NEW SKOOL AFTER PARTY IN CONJUNCTION WITH LINCOLN UNIVERSITY ALUMNI
Meet & Greet, Mix & Mingle

After the football game and step show its PARTY TIME! All Bowie & Lincoln Alumni, Greek Organizations and the DMV area are welcomed to get their groove on to the old skool and new skool music of DJ Skillz, "The Next American Greatest DJ from Atlanta" Age 21 and up. Dress to Impress. No Sneakers or Athletic Gear Allowed. Jeans are permitted.