Last updated 8 days ago
West Palm Beach, Fl. - Palm Beach Kennel Club will celebrate Flag Day Friday afternoon, June 14.
In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1949, National Flay Day was established by an Act of Congress.
In honor of the day’s celebration...
* A live performance of our National Anthem by Palm Beach Kennel Club’s own Mary Leroux! (12:30 p.m.)
* Free Red, White and Blue Cupcakes! (11:30 a.m. - While They Last)
* Free Flag Pin or Decal! (11:30 a.m. - While They Last)
Contact: Jeff Prince (561) 683-2222, Ext. 126 / jprince@pbkennelclub.com
Last updated 9 days ago
For Immediate Release
June 9, 2013
Come on out to the Palm Beach Kennel Club Sunday afternoon, June 16, with that special guy in your life and celebrate Father’s Day!
Some of the fun activities for this very special day of Greyhound racing include:
* Free Admission For All Men!
* The first 500 men will receive a Free Palm Beach Kennel Club Souvenir! (Starting at 11:30 a.m. - While They Last)
* Father’s Day Food Specials!
* Greyhound Pet Representatives Will Be On Hand to Answer any Questions You May Have About Adopting One of these Loving Dogs!
* The Annual Running of the Father’s Day All-Star Race, Featuring the Track’s Top Male Sprinters! (Race 6)
Contact: Jeff Prince (561) 683-2222, Ext. 126 / jprince@pbkennelclub.com
Last updated 13 days ago
When it comes to horse racing, the ultimate title for any thoroughbred champion is the elusive Triple Crown. Triple Crown winners must participate in and win three incredibly competitive races, the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes. Let's take a closer look at the latter and what can be expected at this year's race in Belmont Park:
A Brief History of the Race
The very first Belmont Stakes took place in 1867 at Jerome Park, before being moved to Morris Park in 1890, and finally to Belmont Park in 1905. Although the race is older than the Kentucky Derby, it is not the oldest major horse racing event in American history as it is preceded by races like the Phoenix Breeders’ Cup and the Travers in Saratoga. The race itself is named after a famed New York politician who had a keen interest in racing, August Belmont.
Notable Winners of the Belmont Stakes
During its long history, the Belmont Stakes has seen countless winners including a number of Triple Crown legends. The fastest race ever run at the event was 2:24 at one and a half miles, a record time that was set by Secretariat in 1973. Other notable horses to grace the turf at Belmont Park include Man o' War, Seattle Slew, Commando, and Gallant Man.
Horses Participating in This Year's Race
The 2013 Belmont Stakes will take place on June 8, with current contenders Dreaming of Julia, Freedom Child, Golden Soul, Overanalyze, Revolutionary, Unlimited Budget, and Kentucky Derby winner, Orb. As the third jewel of the Triple Crown, the Belmont Stakes is sure to be one of the must-see horse racing events of the year, especially if Orb takes the Preakness Stakes in late May.
You can watch all of the exciting moments taking place at the Belmont Stakes right here at West Palm Beach's favorite entertainment destination, Palm Beach Kennel Club. We also offer simulcast horse racing of other major events taking place throughout the latter half of the year. To find out more about upcoming events at the club, call (888) 697-7304.
Last updated 14 days ago
For Immediate Release
June 5, 2013
West Palm Beach, Fl. - Make your plans to be here Saturday afternoon, June 8, as Palm Beach Kennel Club presents the 145th running of the Belmont Stakes.
Gates, Restaurants and Mutuel windows will open early at 11:00 a.m. with post time for the first race at Belmont Park set at 11:35 a.m.
Post time for the Belmont Stakes is scheduled for 6:35 p.m.
Palm Beach Kennel Club will kick off its 15-race all Superfecta performance at 1:00 p.m.
Special events scheduled for this outstanding afternoon of hounds and horses include:
* SeaView Radio 95.9 FM / 960 AM Will Be Broadcasting Live in the front of the First- Floor Poker Room! (12:30p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Be sure enter Seaview Radio’s Belmont Stakes Superfecta Contest to win a super Hotel Getaway!
* A live performance of our National Anthem by Palm Beach Opera Star Lou Galterio! (12:30pm)
* Superfectas on all 15 PBKC races!
* Souvenir Belmont Stakes glasses, ($1 with the purchase of any drink, $2 without drink)
* Drink Specials! Enjoy the official drink, The Belmont Breeze! ($5 including souvenir glass / $4 without glass.)
* Enjoy our Track Side BBQ with all your grilled favorites! (Noon)
* For the kids, Balloon Expert Karl Koppertop and Ace The Bear will be here! (1:00 - 3:00 p.m.)
* Prize Drawings! Enter to win cash prizes and Rooney’s Restaurant gift certificates! (Entries must be in by Race 10, Prize Drawings after Race 12)
* Greyhound Pet Representatives will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about adopting one of these loving and caring dogs!
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW!
PADDOCK RESTAURANT
561-683-2222, EXT. 199
TERRACE RESTAURANT
561-683-2222, EXT. 375
Contact: Jeff Prince (561) 683-2222, Ext. 126 / jprince@pbkennelclub.com
Last updated 15 days ago
Since Affirmed won the Triple Crown in 1978, we have not seen another Triple Crown winner. Watch this video to see his Belmont Stakes run and check out this site to learn more about his history.
