Tiger Woods may not attend the Golden Tee Golf Tournament at Houston’s National Golf (USGA rated) Club on June 20 but members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Epsilon Tau Lambda Chapter are happy that 65 golf enthusiasts will take to the course for its charitable event.
The tournament is in its 3rd year and is open to the public. “The tournament is an exciting time for golf and we’re excited to host this event,” says Eric Dargan and Kevin McCraw, the first tournament organizers
The golf tournament format will be 2-man captain’s choice. Patrons at the tournament will play for prizes and meet members of the organization. The Golden Tee was established in 2007 as a major supporter for the Chapters scholarship program.
Prior to the tournament the Chapter will commemorate the Juneteenth observance with an art exhibit, silent auction and honor Pastor Fred Thomas of Greater St. Peters with is Ankobia Leadership Award for his service to the community. The art exhibit features specially commissioned work by local artists.. The event takes place on June 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the Coleman-Kemp-Smith Community Center in Prairie View. The event is free but donations are welcomed.
To register or become a tournament sponsor please contact Adrian Carter (832) 687-0803 or Charles Allen (832) 265-7012. For more information on the fraternity visit www.epsilontaulambda.org
Notes and Contact:
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is an international organization founded in 1906 in Ithaca, NY to aid downtrodden people of African descent. Since then its mission has expanded to address academic excellence, social responsibility, personal development and ethical values. The Epsilon Tau Lambda Chapter was established in Prairie View in 1952 and continues to support the national programs of Go to High School, Go to College, Voter Education, the March of Dimes, Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Boy Scouts of America. www.alphaphialpha.net
Other Events in Prairie View
The men of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Prairie View will host its monthly Men's Breakfast on June 20th at 8:00 am in the Parish Hall. Prairie View Mayor Frank D. Jackson is the featured Juneteenth speaker. The event is free and is open to all men in the community. The members of St. Francis also invite the public to join them for Adult Bible Study and Family Fun night on Fridays from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the church on Dooley Street. For information call 936-857-3272.
In 25 days all roads will lead to Prairie View for the 35th National Convention of the Prairie View A&M University Alumni Association. The event will be on July 8-11, and is hosted by the local Prairie View chapter. More than 1000 participants are expected to attend the four-day event, featuring workshops, seminars, and concert, dance and awards ceremonies. Mrs. Lois Brown is the chapter president and convention chair. For registration information call, (936) 857-5817 or email pvamualumni@sbcglobal.net.
The Career Services Center staff of Prairie View A&M University welcomed some 80 campers and their families to the 2009 ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Summer Camp on June 7. The program for 5-7th graders runs June 7-19 and will include classroom and field experiences in forensic sciences. Mr. Crawford Bunkley, ExxonMobil’s Public Affairs staff addressed the happy campers. Then on June 21-July 3, the team will enroll 110 high school students for the Institute for Pre College Enrichment. The students will participate in professional and recreational activities, test preparation skills and how to apply for college and scholarships. Mr. Herbert Thomas is the program coordinator. Special honors will be presented at the closing of this event to persons who’ve participated over the 25 years.
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