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40th Anniversary of Ping Pong Diplomacy: The Rematch
The Richard Nixon Foundation presents a historic rematch celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Ping Pong Diplomacy in the White House East Room.
When:
July 7, 2011 5:00pm to July 8, 2011 12:00pm
Welcome BBQ and Table Tennis Exhibition
Thursday, July 7 • 5pm
-You’re invited to an All-American Welcome BBQ in the White House East Room to kick-off the 40th Anniversary events.
-Challenge a Champ! Come meet & dine with world table tennis champs and veterans from the ’71 & ’72 teams.
40th Anniversary Ping Pong Diplomacy: The Rematch
Friday, July 8 • 9 AM-Noon
Thrill to an impressive lineup of American and Chinese Olympic and World Champions, including original players, as they go head-to-head in free exhibitions. The competition will showcase exciting youth, elite, and collegiate rounds, with a spectacular finale of rematches with original ’71 and ’72 players.
For more information call (714) 364-1120 or email anne@nixonfoundation.org.
Click |here| to purchase tickets.
Cost:
$45 members; $48 nonmembers
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