BSU’s Softball Team Wins CIAA Championship
Bowie, MD—Bowie State University’s women’s softball team has captured the 2008 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s (CIAA) Softball Championship for the second consecutive year.
The win took place on the campus of Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia on April 19 after the team defeated Shaw and Johnson C. Smith Universities and Virginia State.
Team members Tiffany Toney, a shortstop in her junior year, was selected 2008 Player of the Year, and Annette Makle, a sophomore, was selected Most Valuable Player.
Fred Burroughs, women’s softball coach, said he felt good about the women’s softball team repeating as CIAA champions, and he added: “I told the team the first championship was up to me and the second would be left to them!”
Derek Carter, athletic director for the University, said “The win demonstrates what hard work, commitment and dedication can do to put you in this position!”
Bowie State President Mickey L. Burnim also expressed his jubilation about the championship win. “This is a tremendous accomplishment for our team and for Bowie State University. We are extremely proud of our student athletes!”
The CIAA is an athletic conference of 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities including Bowie State University, Elizabeth City State University,
Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Livingstone College,
St. Augustine's College, St. Paul's College, Shaw University, Virginia State University and Virginia Union University.
About Bowie State University
Bowie State University (BSU) is an important higher education access portal for qualified persons from diverse academic and socioeconomic backgrounds who seek a high quality and affordable public comprehensive university.
The University places special emphasis on the science, technology, teacher education, business, and nursing disciplines within the context of a liberal arts education.
For more information about BSU, visit the website at www.bowiestate.edu.
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The Universoul Circus Launches 15th Season With New Show
By Press Information, UniverSoul Circus
The UniverSoul Circus'15th season and new show Jabulani: Joy, Laughter and Happiness (pronounced JA-BOO-Lani) featuring a multicultural line-up of acts from Europe, China, Russia, Africa and Brazil performing to Hip-Hop, R&B, Gospel and Funk at Capital Plaza Mall, 6200 Annapolis Road, Landover Hills.
The circus Opens Wednesday, May 14 thru Sunday, June 1. Show times are: Wednesday, May 14- Opening Night only 7:30pm. Wednesday- Friday showtimes: 10:30am, 7:30pm; Saturday: showtimes - 12pm, 4:30pm and 8pm; Sunday showtimes-1pm, 3:30pm & 6:30pm
TICKETS:
Adults $16.50-$28.50, Children (1-10yrs) - $15-$26.50.
All 10:30am show tickets - $11
All 12pm show tickets -$16.50
All 1pm show tickets - $16
At Ticketmaster.com, www.universoulcircus.com, Charge by Phone- (410) 547-7328, Group sales& general information: 800-316-7439
Named one of the Top 10 Most Requested Family Attractions by Ticketmaster in 2007, the world-renowned UniverSoul Circus unveils a new production, Jabulani: Joy, Laughter, HappinessÓ (pronounced JA-BOO-Lani), in Washington, DC on Wednesday, May 14-Sunday, June 1. Ticket prices are: Adults $16.50-28.50, Children $15-$26.50, all 10:30am shows are $11; all 12pm shows are $16 and all 1pm shows are $16 and are available at Ticketmaster.com.
The UniverSoul Circus, now in its 15th season, will hit 27 markets including Baltimore, Dallas, Memphis, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
The New York Times recently declared, ÒHowever you define soul, this spirited show, in which the trainers tame the animals, the acts test their limitations and [Ringmaster] Tony Tone cajoles the crowd, leaves one feeling that it has been nurtured.
"The world has discovered through the global impact of Black culture the essence of who we are. Whether it's our business savvy, spending power, creativity, intelligence or spirituality. The UniverSoul Circus is an expression of our experience set under the big top and is the ideal opportunity for families of all ethnicities to participate in a cultural exchange that they can all enjoy,"said UniverSoul Circus owner Cedric Walker.
Jabulani promises never seen before exhilarating multicultural acts from around the globe performing to R&B, Hip-Hop, Gospel and Funk. Some of the acts include: a three-man comedy trapeze troupe from South Africa, 14 male acrobats from China performing daredevil tricks between two vertical poles, a romantic silk aerial act with performers from Brazil and New Zealand, two kid contortionists from Guinea who twist their bodies in jaw-dropping positions, daring acrobatic feats on horseback by a cross-cultural group of men from Kazakhstan, Russia and Gabon, Africa and a moving spiritual number by a male/female mime duo from Detroit, MI. Returning as Ringmaster is Memphis' own Tony Tone along with his sidekick Zeke from Cleveland, OH who might bring audience members in for the Soul Train Line, the kids dance contest or more.
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Calendar of Events: May 8 - May 14, 2008
Effective May 1, 2008 Youth ID cards for youth ages 6-17 will be available
FREE to Prince George's County residents. Free Youth ID cards will allow youth (ages 6-12) free access to community centers without access to fitness/weight rooms, and will allow teens (ages 13-17) access to community centers, and also to fitness/weight rooms with a parent/guardian's supervision. Stop by any M-NCPPC community center to get your new Youth ID.
The Department of Parks and Recreation initiated a Youth Action Plan in March 2007 with a goal of engaging more youth in M-NCPPC's award-winning programs and facilities.
FREE Youth ID cards will allow youth access to facilities regardless of their financial situation. After talking with youth and staff, plans are under way to broaden the Xtreme Teens and Xtreme Pre-Teens programs and allowing more activity options for youth who want to be spontaneous in their free time. We want Prince George's County young people to have enjoyable and enriching experiences leading to healthy and responsible adulthood, and benefit the entire community. Visit our websites - www.pgparks.com and www.pgxtremeteens.com - frequently for updates! As this program continues to evolve, we'd like to have feedback from youth, parents, families, teachers, and community leaders. Please contact us at public.affairs@pgparks.com.
Ongoing Amusement Park Ticket Sales - Summer 2008
What better place to spend a day than at an amusement park? Do you like roller coasters, water slides or arcade games? Tickets for Busch Gardens ™, Dorney Park, Dutch Wonderland, Hershey Park, Paramount's Kings Dominion, Sesame Place, Six Flags America (MD), Six Flags Great Adventure (NJ), and Water Country USA will be sold at Prince George's County, M-NCPPC facilities. Unless otherwise indicated, you may pay with a VISA or MasterCard credit card or cash - NO PERSONAL CHECKS ACCEPTED. All sales are final - no refunds or exchanges. Please visit our website - www.pgparks.com for a complete list of tickets and prices. Please call the location to check ticket availability. Tickets will be sold at the following facilities:
Customer Service Help Desk
Parks and Recreation Administration Building 6600 Kenilworth Ave., Riverdale 301-699-CALL (2255); TTY 301-699-2544 Hours: 9 am-12 noon and 2-4 pm credit cards or exact change only
Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex
13820/13950 Old Gunpowder Rd., Laurel 301-362-6060; TTY 301-362-6090 Mondays-Thursdays, 10 am-6 pm, Fridays, 10 am-3 pm
Harmony Hall Regional Center
10701 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington 301-203-6040; TTY 301-203-6030 Mondays-Fridays, 6:30 am-9:30 pm Saturdays, 8 am-3:30 pm, Sundays, 12 noon-4:30 pm NO credit cards accepted.
Langley Park Community Center
1500 Merrimac Dr., Hyattsville 301-445-4508; TTY 301-445-4512 Información en Español: 301-445-4509 Mondays-Fridays, 9 am-9 pm Saturdays, 9am-4 pm, Sundays, 12 noon-5 pm
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Rd., Landover 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483 Mondays-Fridays, 7 am-8 pm Saturdays, 8 am-6 pm and Sundays, 10 am-4 pm
The Show Place Arena
14900 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro 301-952-7900; TTY 301-952-7998 Mondays-Fridays, 10 am-5:30 pm Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm
Watkins Tennis Bubble
301 Watkins Park Dr., Upper Marlboro 301-218-6870; TTY 301-218-6768 Mondays-Fridays, 9 am-7 pm Saturdays & Sundays, 9 am-5 pm
Picnic Pavilion Rental
Host your next event at the outdoor picnic pavilion adjacent to Good Luck Community Center. This picnic area seats up to 50 people. Grills, tennis courts, baseball and football field, and basketball court available. All ages welcome. Fee: Resident (only) $100 Good Luck Community Center 8601 Good Luck Road, Lanham Information: 301-552-1093; TTY 301-445-4512
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