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Southern Heritage Classic 2008

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com

The 2008 Southern Heritage Classic is sponsored by FedEx and features rivals Tennessee State and Jackson State. The game will take place on Saturday, September 8th but there will also be three days of activities leading up to the big game. Here is a schedule of those events:

Thursday, September 11:

  • Classic VIP Party
    This invitation only event is sponsored by Ford and will be hosted by Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton
    Memphis Marriott Downtown/Heritage Ballroom
    5:00 p.m.

    Friday, September 12:

    • Classic Community Health Fair
      Free health screenings and related information.
      LeBonheur Children's Medical Center at 50 North Dunlap Avenue
      9:00 a.m. -- 2:00 p.m.
      Call (901) 287-4777 for more information.
    • NIKE Classic Coaches Luncheon
      This invitation only event is being held in honor of the head coaches of both TSU and JSU.
      Memphis Marriott Downtown/Heritage Ballroom
      12:00 noon
    • Classic R&B Concert
      Enjoy an evening of R&B with Maze featuring Frankie Beverly.
      Orpheum Theatre
      8:00 p.m.
      Order tickets
    • Classic Mixer
      Enjoy a party with other fans of the Southern Heritage Classic.
      Harrah's Tunica Event Center
      10:00 p.m.
      Tickets are $20 at the door.

      Saturday, September 13:

      • Classic Tailgate
        Tailgate party with live music and food
        Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium parking lot and Tobey Park
        8:00 a.m.
        Admission is free
      • Classic Parade
        Southern Heritage Classic tribute parade that runs down Park Avenue from Haynes Street to Airways Boulevard
        Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium parking lot and Tobey Park
        10:00 a.m.
      • Classic Fashions and Brunch
        Fashion show and brunch put on by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women
        The Peabody Hotel
        11:00 a.m.
        Tickets are $50, call (901) 268-2321 to purchase
      • TYSON Classic High School Battle of the Bands
        Regional high school bands compete to put on the best performances.
        Whitehaven High School
        11:00 a.m.
        Tickets are $7.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door
      • Southern Heritage Classic Football Game
        Tennessee State vs. Jackson State
        Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium
        6:00 p.m.
        Tickets start at $15.00

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