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Minnesota Lynx Unveil "33 Days of Augustus"
Posted Friday, July 25, 2008
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Players to Lead Widespread Community Outreach Initiative Featuring Nearly 40 Events During the 33-Day Olympic Break
The “33 Days of Augustus” will commemorate Seimone Augustus’ representation of the Minnesota Lynx at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. While Augustus is helping Team USA earn their fourth straight gold medal, the rest of her teammates and coaches will be impacting the lives of the youth of Minnesota by exposing them to the very charitable and selfless qualities that represent the Minnesota Lynx organization.
“The Olympic hiatus offers the Lynx a unique opportunity to have our players, coaches, and staff interact with the Minnesota community during our extensive 33 Days of Augustus outreach and initiatives,” said Angela Taylor, Vice President of Business Operations. “While Seimone Augustus and her Olympic teammates are competing on the global stage in Beijing and vying to bring home the gold medal, we will partner with various local organizations to celebrate the platform we have to make a difference in the lives of many. As an organization, our commitment is to affect change in the Twin Cities community and it makes me proud to know that our players truly embrace each opportunity to make a connection.”
Beginning on July 28 and concluding on August 29, the Lynx will bolster their presence in the community with events designed to bring the fun and excitement of Lynx Basketball as well as expand the team’s community outreach to several nonprofit and charitable organizations throughout the Twin Cities metro area during the “33 Days of Augustus.”
The “33 Days of Augustus” consists of events for Lynx fans, corporate partners, season ticket holders and community partners. The festivities tip-off on August 4 with Lynx players participating in the 22nd annual Create a Memory event, an annual fun-filled sports activity day for underprivileged youth in the Twin Cities.
Events over the course of the 33 days include community initiatives (two Ronald McDonald House appearances, a Read to Achieve Reading Time Out and a People Serving People appearance), business initiatives (National Night Out) and fan appreciation events (Open Practice, Olympic viewing party and breakfast with Candice Wiggins).
Below are some of the featured events of The “33 Days of Augustus”:
August 4 - (5:30 p.m.) Ronald McDonald House – Cook For Kids
· Lynx Staff will be cooking food, serving and having dinner with kids and families from the Ronald McDonald House in Minneapolis.
August 5 - (7 p.m.) Gospel Hill Camp
· Lynx Players will appear at the Gospel Hill Camp and help with a camp basketball tournament. The players will then speak to the kids about education and life choices.
August 7 - (10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.) Lynx Be Fit Olympics
· Lynx players Nicky Anosike, Lindsey Harding and Anna DeForge will help kids participate and compete in a variety of fitness/health related events. The players will then speak to the kids, stressing the importance of fun and leading a healthy and active lifestyle.
August 9-10 Hoop it Up
· Lynx players Candice Wiggins, Charde Houston, Lindsey Harding and Navonda Moore will take pare in the Hoop it Up Tournament. The players will sign autographs and take pictures with fans.
August 14 - (8 - 9 a.m.) American Cancer Society – “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer”
· Lynx players will speak about the importance of the partnership between the Lynx and the American Cancer Society and their collaborative effort to combat Breast Cancer at The American Cancer Society kick-off breakfast for “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” event held at the Mall of America.
August 14 Day at the Zoo with the Lynx
· Lynx players Nicky Anosike, Charde Houston, Lindsey Harding, Vanessa Hayden-Johnson, Kristen Rasmussen and Navonda Moore will accompany and treat a group of special kids to a fun day at the Zoo.
August 14 - (7 p.m.) St. Paul Saints – First Pitch
· Two Lynx players will throw out the first pitch at the St. Paul Saints game.
August 18 - (7 p.m./Dusk) Movie Night – Solera – “Juno”
· Lynx Players Candice Wiggins and Noelle Quinn will participate in Solera’s showing of the movie “Juno.” The movie presentation is part of Solera’s rooftop movie series.
August 20 Lunch Learners
· Lynx players Charde Houston, Nicole Ohlde, Vanessa Hayden-Johnson and Navonda Moore will host an etiquette lesson with area youth at the Melting Pot. The players will teach the students proper table etiquette in a formal setting.
August 21 - September 1 Minnesota State Fair
· The Lynx will make appearances at the Minnesota State Fair, signing autographs and taking photos.
August 22 - (6 - 7 p.m.) Grace Evangelical Free Church - Food Drive
· Lynx players will assist Grace Evangelical Free Church with their annual Food Drive.
August 23 - (6:30 & 9 a.m.) Olympic Viewing Party – NBA City
· Lynx players Candice Wiggins, Nicky Anosike, Noelle Quinn, Anna DeForge, Nicole Ohlde, Vanessa Hayden-Johnson and Kristen Rasmussen will host an Olympic Viewing Party at NBA City for the medal rounds.
August 25 - (5:30 p.m.) Ronald McDonald House – Cook For Kids
· Lynx players Candice Wiggins, Charde Houston, Nicole Ohlde, Vanessa Hayden-Johnson, Kristen Rasmussen and Navonda Moore will cook and serve food to kids and families from the Ronald McDonald House.
For the complete list of events included in the “33 Days of Augustus,” please call 612-673-8400 or visit www.lynxbasketball.com
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