3rd Annual Black History Month Event 2008

The 3rd Annual Tribute to Black History Month

When:  Friday, February 22nd thru Sunday, February, 24th, 2008

Where: Sunny South Dallas at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. recreation center.

3 Day Weekend Event Listing:

Friday, February 22, 2008
• Annual Step Show
        6pm - 10pm

Saturday February 23, 2008
• Youth Rally
 10am - 1pm

• Health Fair
 10am - 5pm

• Celebrity Basketball Game
 1pm - 4pm

The celebrity basketball game hosted by Cool Al (BET College Tour) featuring DJ Drop, Reggie Swinton (formerly Arizona Cardinals), Corey (Clout Records), Trikz Da Silva (Nike, starred in the movie The Brave One with Terrence Howard and Jodie Foster), Definition DJ’s and more will jump off at 1pm.

Sunday, February 24, 2008:
• Block Party 11am - 1pm
• Annual Parade 1pm - 2pm

Starting at Erykah Badu’s Black Forest Theater and proceeds down Martin Luther King Blvd. & dissipates at Fair Park
     
• Fashion Show & Talent Showcase 2pm - 5pm      

This Black History Tribute event can be summed up in one word EDUTAINMENT.  There will be great food, educational speakers, and celebrity appearances by Rasheeda, Goodie Mob, Lil Shine, New Generation for Christ, Teflon and so many more. This extravagant weekend wraps up with the grand finale 2nd Annual Hip Hop Parade, hair and fashion show as well as a theatrical performance.

The 3 day event costs are $10 for students and $20 for adults and can be purchased online @ www.myspace.com/groundfloorentertainment. You can also purchase advance tickets from the following location: Shops and Salons 4820 S. Buckner Blvd. Purchase price includes a 3 day pass.  Please call 214-854-9291 for special VIP pricing.

For more info on sponsorships, volunteering, performing, or involvement with this event please call Lady T at 214-854-9291 or email groundfloorent@gmail.com.

Proceeds benefit the Black United Fund of Texas Inc. which helps at risk teens and raise funds for non-profits that are involved with helping the community change their conditions for the positive.