Miami, FL (1888PressRelease)
June 05, 2008 - Are you dreading the summer blues? Don’t know where to jet away? Well, the Groove just got flashier! NBA Champ Alonzo Mourning joined by teammate Dwyane Wade, known as “Flash” on the court, will add a little flash to your summer during the Miccosukee Zo’s Summer Groove Introducing D. Wade (ZSG) in Miami, Florida July 9-13, 2008.
The five-day ZSG weekend takes place in hip and trendy Miami offering something for everyone – golf, comedy, concert, benefit dinner, free block party, all-star basketball game, and after-parties galore, in addition to the plethora of offerings found only in Miami, the sizzling beach and nightlife capital of the world!
“Not only is D. Wade joining us this year to lend an additional boost to ZSG and our community-centered efforts, but we’ve also expanded to include plenty of entertainment and sporting options proving there is something for everyone – from couples, to guy’s and girl’s getaways, parents, singles, sports enthusiasts, and more,” said Mourning. “The popularity of ZSG has captured the interest of a lot of travel partners, so we’re able to offer visitors special deals on AmericanAirlines, Avis Rent A Car, and hotels. When booking their hotel with our partners, visitors can at the same time, pick and purchase tickets for the specific events they are interested in,” said Wade.
ZSG, Miami’s blockbuster event of the summer, has launched a new travel-booking engine at www.ZSG.com/travel to make it easier for fans to make their hotel arrangements and buy tickets to ZSG events. Visitors will find savings from ZSG hotel partners including hotel rates with significant savings of up to 10 to 42 percent off at chic boutiques, golf and spa resorts, gambling paradise and more. Travelers will also get access to information on Miami attractions and travel partner deals, such as a 5 percent discount off domestic flights on American Airlines and a 5 to 25 percent discount, depending on fleet size, at Avis Rent A Car.
For more information call 305/476-0095 or visit www.ZSG.com/Travel to make travel plans now and book the City Furniture Golf Classic, Publix Benefit Dinner, Heineken Comedy Jam & Concert, Block Party, and Carnival Cruise Lines All-Star Basketball Game. Now in its 12th year, proceeds from ZSG benefit Alonzo Mourning Charities and Wade’s World Foundation.
Specific ZSG events include:
CITY FURNITURE ZSG GOLF CLASSIC
July 10, 2008 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Doral Golf Resort & Spa, 4400 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami
($4,000 per foursome, $1,000 per spot)
Tee-off and enjoy one of the most popular courses in South Florida at the Doral Golf Resort & Spa, alongside Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade and a host of friends from the world of sports and entertainment. Highlights include a premium gift bag with golf gear upon arrival, a welcome breakfast reception, popular restaurants with unlimited food & beverages throughout all three courses, numerous contests and prizes and a post-event reception with an elaborate dessert buffet.
PUBLIX ZSG BENEFIT DINNER HOSTED BY PEPSI
July 11, 2008 – 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Intercontinental Hotel Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza, downtown Miami
(Table of ten – Premium Seating $5,000, General Seating $3,500; Individual – Premium Seating $500, General Seating $350)
Join Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade for a night of celebration and entertainment like no other in Miami! The themed evening is highlighted with a cocktail reception, musical entertainment and performers, a silent and live auction featuring exotic trips, one-of-a kind sports memorabilia, and highly sought after celebrity experiences.
HEINEKEN ZSG COMEDY JAM & CONCERT HOSTED BY SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO
July 12, 2008 – Time TBA
Hard Rock Live, 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL
(Ticket prices TBA)
Over the past 11 years ZSG has presented South Florida with one of the hottest comedy shows in town. Comedians and musical talent from around the country have brought their best jokes and latest hits to ZSG and this year will not be any different! Stay tuned for this year’s line-up. Previous entertainers include: Chris Rock, Ludacris, Dave Chappelle, Lenny Kravitz, Usher, and many more!
ZSG BLOCK PARTY
July 13, 2008 – 1:00 PM to 6:00PM
AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd, downtown Miami
(Free to the public)
To get the crowd ready for the big game, Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade will host one of the biggest block parties of the summer featuring music, great food, lots of giveaways, rides and entertainment from both local and national performers. The block party is free and open to the public.
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES ZSG ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAME
July 13, 2008 – 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami
(Ticket prices $15, $25, $45, and $60)
Ending the week of festivities is the ever-popular ZSG ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAME! Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade will be joined by an impressive list of All-Star friends for a spirited and fast paced game of basketball.
Alonzo Mourning Charities is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public fundraising foundation. Its mission is to encourage the educational development of youth by creating programs and youth enrichment centers that promote positive change in low socioeconomic communities. Since 1997, they have raised more than $6.5 million for various programs that aid in the development of children and their families. www.AMCharities.org.
Wade’s World Foundation provides support to community-based organizations that promote education, health and social skills for children in at-risk situations. Since 2003, Dwyane and his family have been dedicated to giving back to their core communities in the Chicago and South Florida areas through a variety of community outreach programs. www.dwyanewade.com.
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