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BREEDER'S CUP AT MONMOUTH PARK

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker

BREEDER'S CUP AT MONMOUTH PARK, NJ

We are very excited here in Monmouth County to be hosting the Breeder's Cup.  There has been alot of activities and special events.  I thought you might like to know a little about what has been happening!!

The Breeders' Cup World Championships has become the ultimate test of a Thoroughbred's talent and ability.  

This year, Monmouth Park in Oceanport, New Jersey will host the event for the first time.  The Breeders' Cup World Championships will be a two-day, $23 million event with the addition of three new races on Friday, October 26 at Monmouth Park, culminating in the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday, October 27, 2007. 

For the second year, ESPN will televise live the Breeders' Cup World Championships.                                          

SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 - FRIDAY

BREEDER'S CUP REGATTA KICKOFF COCKTAIL PARTY

 Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served at the Shrewsbury Sailing and Yacht Club in Oceanport.  The party will be open to all regatta participants as well as Breeder's Cup officials, horseman and other dignitaries.

SEPTEMPER 29, 2007 - SATURDAY

BREEDER'S CUP REGATTA

Regata will be held at the Shrewbury Sailing and Yacht Club and staged on the Shrewsbury River.  It is restricted to boats in a limited number of design classifications.  The regatta will consist of three races, each anticipated to take about 60 minutes.  More than 100 boats are expected to participate.  Trophies will be awarded.

OCTOBER 13, 2007 - SATURDAY

THE BREEDER'S CUP POLO

Featuring Colts Neck Polo and will be held on the fields across the street from Monmouth Park.  There will be a general admission, a catered lunch and activities for children.  Tailgating is permitted.  Halftime activities include a presentation by the Monmouth County Hunt.

OCTOBER 19, 20 & 21 - FRIDAY - SUNDAY

THE OCEANPORT STREET FAIR

 A street fair presented by the Borough of Oceanoprt.  The event will offer a little something for every member of the family, from carnival rides for the kids, to crafts and merchandise, to chefs serving up samples of their specialties, to meet-and-greet sessions with trainers and jockeys.

OCTOBER 20 - SATURDAY

THE OCEANPORT BREEDER'S CUP 5K ROAD RACE

Once run in conjunction with the Haskell Invitational, will be renewed under the sponsorship of the host committee.  It is anticipated that the event will draw more and 1,200 runners.  The runners will end up coming down the stretch on the racetrack, finishing at the finish line at Monmouth Park.

OCTOBER 26, 2007

THE BREEDER'S CUP GALA

The Gala is being held at Wilson Hall on the campus of Monmouth University.  Some 600 guests will be treated to a dinner catered by Lawrence Craig with celebrity chef David Burke.  After dinner, attendees will be treated to a private concert featuring the legendary Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

 Carol Wheeler - Coldwell Banker - Rumson

17 West River Rd.

Rumson, NJ 07760

Cell:  732-768-9404

www.JerseyShorePremierProperties.com

Carol@JerseyShorePremierProperties.com

  

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Sky Realty South Austin - Austin, TX
Hi Carol... Sounds like a fun filled weekend for horse racing enthusiast and everyone else.  Boat regatta... tailgate parties..  the whole works.. ENJOY.. wish I could join ya'll.  I love to watch the ponies! gail in austin
Oct 24, 2007 05:03 AM
Carol Mazza
Coldwell Banker - Rumson, NJ
NEW HOMES SPECIALIST, CNMS, CNRS

Hi Gail,

It sure is going to be a busy weekend.  They have really done alot of work to make Monmouth Park sparkle!  I have gone to a couple of the events and it's nice to see everyone out and enjoying themselves.  They are expecting a sellout crowd of 45,000 and a global television audience of millions.  Rain or shine we will be off to the races!!

Carol in Rumson

Oct 24, 2007 07:54 AM