In the first edition of Weekend Fresh, we're highlighting upcoming charity events from several NBA All-Stars.
Check out this starting lineup:
Zo's Summer Groove
Zo's Summer Groove
July 11-15, 2007
Location: Miami, FL
The premier celebrity charity event of the summer has become a staple in the South Florida community. Now in its 11th year, Zo's Summer Groove has evolved into 5 days of events to benefit the community and Alonzo Mourning's charity work and fundraisers have become a year round effort. For a full list of events visit www.zsg.com
Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic
July 13-15, 2007
Location: Washington DC/Bowie, Maryland
The Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic is coming up. Join A.I. and host of his celebrity friends for his annual softball game on Saturday, July 14 at the Bowie Baysox Stadium at 7pm. The official host for this year's weekend will be MTV personality, Lala. Other invited guests include: Carmelo Anthony, Marcus Camby, Richard “Rip” Hamilton, Lisa Raye, Vivica A. Fox, Brian McKnight, Alex Thomas, Jada Kiss, Floyd Mayweather, Yolanda Adams, Torry Holt, Marcus Hagans, Champ Bailey, Dre Bly, Vince Young, Gilbert Arenas, The Clipse, Method Man, and Zab Judah. With more to added in the coming weeks. Other highlights will include a invitation-only kick off reception at ESPN Zone, with an after party at The Galleria in Washington, DC (open to the public, 21 and over) on Friday night, and the finale party on Sunday, July 15th at Lotus Lounge in DC. All proceeds go towards the Allen Iverson Student Athlete Scholarship Fund and The Crossover Foundation.
For more information visit http://www.crossover-promotions.com/
CWebb's Bada Bling Weekend
July 20-22, 2007
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Chris Webber will host his 2nd Annual C-Webb’s Bada Bling Celebrity Weekend, presented by Cadillac, July 20-22, 2007 in Las Vegas at Caesars Palace and various locations. In addition to Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith, other confirmed attendees include Nas and Kelis, Nia Long, Hill Harper, MTV personality Sway, NBA players Matt Barnes (Golden State Warriors), Juwan Howard (Houston Rockets), Bobby Jackson (New Orleans Hornets), Kyle Korver (Philadelphia 76ers), Scot Pollard (Cleveland Cavaliers) and former NBA players Doug Christie, along with his wife Jackie Christie, and Mateen Cleaves. This year, Webber will also welcome his Detroit Pistons teammates. The weekend tips off with the Celebrity Poker Tournament , followed by the Friday Night Welcome Party, featuring live performances by hip-hop legends Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick, with sounds by DJ Biz Markie. The high stakes Bada Bling Golf Challenge,takes place on Saturday morning. The Bada Bling Soiree!, the weekend’s marquis event, takes place Saturday night at Caesars Palace. Blue carpet arrivals begin at 7 p.m. for the cocktail reception. The Soiree!, featuring dinner, live entertainment, an auction, and post party, immediately follows. Raphael Saadiq, the multiple Grammy Award nominee and winner who brought the crowd to its feet at last year’s event, returns for another year. Tickets for the Soiree! are $1,000 and include attendance at multiple events. All proceeds benefit The Chris Webber Foundation. For more information on pricing and events as well as to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.cwebbsbadabling.com/ or call (877) 677-WEBB.
LA Stars Celebrity Charity Weekend
August 3-5, 2007
Location: Los Angeles, CA
This August, LA Stars will host more than 50 NBA players and celebrities for a weekend of fun-filled charity events to include an evening of music, fashion, and casino games under the stars on Rodeo Drive (yes that Rodeo Drive!), a community renovation project, a carnival, and the weekend wouldn't be complete without a All Star Basketball game. That just wouldn't make sense.
In 2006, Magic Johnson passed the torch to LA natives and NBA All-Stars Baron Davis and Paul Pierce to continue the tradition. The first LA Stars Weekend was held the same year with much success. This year, the organization has added Gilbert Arenas to the team furthering its goal to rebuild, preserve and provide programs and resources to at-risk youth in the Los Angeles area.
Formerly known as "A Midsummer Night's Magic", LA Stars continues Magic's legacy of hosting community events to raise money for worthy causes.
LA Stars will benefit four main entities:
Team Play – The Baron Davis Foundation
Building healthy living and educational opportunities for underprivileged youth
The Paul Pierce Truth Fund
Creating a new community center in Inglewood, CA
Zero Two Hero – The Gilbert Arenas Foundation
Supporting single parent families
The Magic Johnson Foundation
Supporting youth through scholarship and health programs
Check out LAStars.net for more details and check out videos from last year's events. Visitors are also able to register on the site, create profiles, and upload their own videos.
Location: Miami, FL
The premier celebrity charity event of the summer has become a staple in the South Florida community. Now in its 11th year, Zo's Summer Groove has evolved into 5 days of events to benefit the community and Alonzo Mourning's charity work and fundraisers have become a year round effort. For a full list of events visit www.zsg.com
Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic
July 13-15, 2007
Location: Washington DC/Bowie, Maryland
The Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic is coming up. Join A.I. and host of his celebrity friends for his annual softball game on Saturday, July 14 at the Bowie Baysox Stadium at 7pm. The official host for this year's weekend will be MTV personality, Lala. Other invited guests include: Carmelo Anthony, Marcus Camby, Richard “Rip” Hamilton, Lisa Raye, Vivica A. Fox, Brian McKnight, Alex Thomas, Jada Kiss, Floyd Mayweather, Yolanda Adams, Torry Holt, Marcus Hagans, Champ Bailey, Dre Bly, Vince Young, Gilbert Arenas, The Clipse, Method Man, and Zab Judah. With more to added in the coming weeks. Other highlights will include a invitation-only kick off reception at ESPN Zone, with an after party at The Galleria in Washington, DC (open to the public, 21 and over) on Friday night, and the finale party on Sunday, July 15th at Lotus Lounge in DC. All proceeds go towards the Allen Iverson Student Athlete Scholarship Fund and The Crossover Foundation.
For more information visit http://www.crossover-promotions.com/
CWebb's Bada Bling Weekend
July 20-22, 2007
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Chris Webber will host his 2nd Annual C-Webb’s Bada Bling Celebrity Weekend, presented by Cadillac, July 20-22, 2007 in Las Vegas at Caesars Palace and various locations. In addition to Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith, other confirmed attendees include Nas and Kelis, Nia Long, Hill Harper, MTV personality Sway, NBA players Matt Barnes (Golden State Warriors), Juwan Howard (Houston Rockets), Bobby Jackson (New Orleans Hornets), Kyle Korver (Philadelphia 76ers), Scot Pollard (Cleveland Cavaliers) and former NBA players Doug Christie, along with his wife Jackie Christie, and Mateen Cleaves. This year, Webber will also welcome his Detroit Pistons teammates. The weekend tips off with the Celebrity Poker Tournament , followed by the Friday Night Welcome Party, featuring live performances by hip-hop legends Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick, with sounds by DJ Biz Markie. The high stakes Bada Bling Golf Challenge,takes place on Saturday morning. The Bada Bling Soiree!, the weekend’s marquis event, takes place Saturday night at Caesars Palace. Blue carpet arrivals begin at 7 p.m. for the cocktail reception. The Soiree!, featuring dinner, live entertainment, an auction, and post party, immediately follows. Raphael Saadiq, the multiple Grammy Award nominee and winner who brought the crowd to its feet at last year’s event, returns for another year. Tickets for the Soiree! are $1,000 and include attendance at multiple events. All proceeds benefit The Chris Webber Foundation. For more information on pricing and events as well as to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.cwebbsbadabling.com/ or call (877) 677-WEBB.
LA Stars Celebrity Charity Weekend
August 3-5, 2007
Location: Los Angeles, CA
This August, LA Stars will host more than 50 NBA players and celebrities for a weekend of fun-filled charity events to include an evening of music, fashion, and casino games under the stars on Rodeo Drive (yes that Rodeo Drive!), a community renovation project, a carnival, and the weekend wouldn't be complete without a All Star Basketball game. That just wouldn't make sense.
In 2006, Magic Johnson passed the torch to LA natives and NBA All-Stars Baron Davis and Paul Pierce to continue the tradition. The first LA Stars Weekend was held the same year with much success. This year, the organization has added Gilbert Arenas to the team furthering its goal to rebuild, preserve and provide programs and resources to at-risk youth in the Los Angeles area.
Formerly known as "A Midsummer Night's Magic", LA Stars continues Magic's legacy of hosting community events to raise money for worthy causes.
LA Stars will benefit four main entities:
Team Play – The Baron Davis Foundation
Building healthy living and educational opportunities for underprivileged youth
The Paul Pierce Truth Fund
Creating a new community center in Inglewood, CA
Zero Two Hero – The Gilbert Arenas Foundation
Supporting single parent families
The Magic Johnson Foundation
Supporting youth through scholarship and health programs
Check out LAStars.net for more details and check out videos from last year's events. Visitors are also able to register on the site, create profiles, and upload their own videos.
