World Series MVP, David Ortiz, affectionately known as ‘Big Papi,’ visited the Late Show on Monday night, November 4, to talk with David Lettermen about the Boston Red Sox, the beard phenomenon, the first game after the Marathon bombings and the healing of the city.
World Series MVP David Ortiz Speaks with David Letterman About the Red Sox (VIDEO)
NASCAR Legend Mario Andretti to Sign Autographs at Prudential Patt-White Name Change Event
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. — Prudential Patt-White, Lehigh Valley’s largest residential real estate company, will be officially changing their name to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors at a kickoff party and open house 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the company’s Palmer Township office.
Ronnie Lott Named Keynote Speaker at Fresno Business Forum
FRESNO, CA. — Successful entrepreneur and former San Francisco 49er’s defensive back, Ronnie Lott, is scheduled to appear as the keynote speaker at the 2013 Central Valley Venture Forum on October 29 at the Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship located at Fresno State University. Lott’s theme will be “Total Impact: Lessons from the Gridiron for Business.” The event is scheduled to begin at 10:00.
Herschel Walker Speaks to Wounded Warriors and Airmen at San Antonio Air Force Base
SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — Former NFL running back and Heisman Trophy winner, Herschel Walker, visited Airmen and wounded warriors on October 23 at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at the Joint Base San Antinio-Lackland, Texas (AFNS). Walker spoke to more than 200 Airmen about his life as a boy, leading up to his college and NFL days. He also discussed the challenges he faced with Dissociative Identity Disorder, or DID, more commonly known as multiple personality disorder. Herschel Walker spoke to more than 200 personnel from the 59th Medical Wing Oct. 23, 2013, at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. ... Read More
Donald Driver Autographs New Book ‘Driven’ at Book Signing
According to pre-sale orders, former Green Bay Packers wide receiver, Donald Driver’s memoir, “Driven: From Homeless to Hero, My Journeys On and Off Lambeau Field,” has already become a bestseller. Driver, a Super Bowl and ‘Dancing With The Stars’ champion, plans to promote and autograph his book with a series of scheduled book signings.
Driver’s next appearance is October 25, at the Barnes & Noble store located at 7433 Mineral Point Rd, in Madison, WI. The event begins at at 9 a.m and is free to the public. Fans will stand in line after be being given a number.
The reviews of the book have been positive:
“Donald’s contribution to the history of the Packers has been extraordinary, exceeded only by his personal story.” – Bart Starr, Green Bay Packers quarterback, 1956-1971, and head coach, 1975-1983 ... Read More
Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth Premieres on HBO – VIDEO
Mike Tyson’s story is one that has come full circle. From a juvenile delinquent to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history at the age of 20, from a convicted rapist, to the popular co-star of the blockbuster film, “Hangover,”comes the much anticipated film version of producer Spike Lee’s one-man show Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth, which debuted in Vegas and was brought to Broadway in August 2012.
Dominique Dawes Gives Keynote Speech About Enpowerment to Young Girls at Toyota Young Women Lead Conference
ASHLAND, KY. — Former Olympian and motivational speaker, Dominique Dawes, was the keynote speaker at the Young Women LEAD Conference held at Ashland Community and Technical College, on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The event was hosted by Toyota in partnership with SOAR, a leadership program for women. More than 500 high school juniors from nine eastern Kentucky school districts attended the event.
Gold Medal Gymnast Shawn Johnson to Speak At Truman State
KIRKSVILLE, MO. — Former U.S. Olympic gymnast and ‘Dancing With The Stars’ champion, Shawn Johnson, is scheduled to speak at Baldwin Auditorium at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri on Friday, October 25th, at 7 p.m. The event is free for all attending and tickets are available in the Student Activities Board office. ... Read More
Cancer Survivor Dave Dravecky Delivers Inspirational Speech at St. Joseph Christian School Fundraiser
ST. JOSEPH, MO. — Dave Dravecky’s message was one of hope, faith, endurance and perseverance as the former San Francisco Giant’s pitcher and cancer survivor gave an inspirational speech at the St. Joseph Christian School fundraiser held on Thursday, October 10, in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Joe Klecko Gives Keynote Speech at Catholic Men’s Conference
GLASSBORO, N.J. – Former NFL star and Christian speaker, Joe Klecko, had the honor of giving the keynote speech to a group of 50 men at the Catholic Men’s Conference, held on Sept. 14 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, in Glassboro, N.J. The conference was co-sponsored by Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish and the Knights of Columbus, St. John Neumann and Our Lady Queen of Peace councils.