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MOTHER’S DAY WITH BRUNCH & $10,000 DIAMOND DIG EVENT AT SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK ON SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2009

Mother’s Day Celebration Presented by 1-800-FLOWERS Houston, Benji Designs, Inc. and Sunny 99.1 FM

    

WHAT:                       Sam Houston Race Park (www.shrp.com) invites you to celebrate Mother’s Day in style with brunch and a Diamond Dig on Sunday, May 10, 2009.  The Diamond Dig, which will take place following live racing, features 7 pieces of jewelry worth $10,000 from Benji Designs, Inc.  Sunny 99.1 FM will qualify 10 contestants with The Park selecting the last two finalists the day of the event. In addition, 1-800-FLOWERS Houston will provide single-stemmed roses to the first 2,000 women through the gates for live racing! 

                                    The Park is currently accepting reservations for the Winner’s Circle Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet.  Menu items include:  a variety of chilled salad options, fruit and cheese display, omelet station, meat carving stations, peel & eat shrimp, fresh desserts, a Bloody Mary Bar featuring more than 40 toppings and more!  Make your reservation today by calling 281-807-8760.  For more information visit www.shrp.com.

WHO:                         Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing and entertainment facility, located 15 minutes from downtown Houston, and offers a variety of attractions including 19 luxury suites overlooking the race track, The Pavilion Centre, and award-winning dining options at the Winner’s Circle Restaurant and Jockey Club.  The Park’s newest addition, The Showgrounds, is an all-ages venue that hosts annual Country, Classic Rock and Contemporary concert events throughout the year.  For more information on upcoming shows, events and tickets, please visit www.theshowgrounds.com.

WHEN:                      Sunday, May 10, 2009
11:30 a.m.     Gates Open
1:00 p.m.       Live Racing Begins*

*Diamond Dig will begin shortly after the last  race.

WHERE:                    Sam Houston Race Park
7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway West
Houston, Texas 77064
281-807-8700

TICKETS:                 Winner’s Circle Brunch Package $45 per person and includes admission, live racing program, Mother’s Day brunch and a $2 wagering coupon.
Regular Admission $4 adults; $2 Senior Citizens; children 12 and under FREE. 

INFO:                         For more information, call 281-807-8760 or visit www.shrp.com.