The 50 Million Pound Challenge is growing every day. Here you can find news about how our community is doing, including Dr. Ian’s appearances and the latest Challenge events and milestones.
OCT07
(Hyatt Regency Atlanta 265 Peachtree Street)
October 7-11 is the 14th Biennial Conference for the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. There will be a 50 Million Pound Challenge booth onsite to provide information and register visito...
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SEP12
(East Broad and 32nd Streets (Chimborazo Park))
1st Annual Challenge Walk Off Events
September 12 marks the first Annual Walk Off event. More than 16 cities across the nation will host a walk to jumpstart their journey towards good health and well...
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AUG09
(Marriott Wardman Park 2600 Woodley Road)
August 4-9 is the national convention for Kappa Alpha Psi. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be 50 Million Pound Challenge heal...
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AUG04
(Marriott Wardman Park2600 Woodley Road)
August 4-9 is the national convention for Kappa Alpha Psi. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be 50 Million Pound Challenge heal...
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AUG02
(Deauville Beach Resort)
July 28-August 2 is the national convention for Iota Phi Theta. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be a 50 Million Pound Challen...
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JUL28
(Deauville Beach Resort)
July 28-August 2 is the national convention for Iota Phi Theta. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be a 50 Million Pound Challen...
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JUL25
(Cardinal Shehan Center 1494 Main St.)
This is a multi-city Challenge that includes Bridgeport, Stamford, Norwalk, Danbury, New Haven and Greenwich. This event is open to the public. Please join us and bring others along....
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JUL19
(New Orleans Hilton)
July 15-19 is the national convention for Alpha Phi Alpha. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be 50 Million Pound Challenge heal...
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JUL15
(New Orleans Hilton)
July 15-19 is the national convention for Alpha Phi Alpha. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be 50 Million Pound Challenge heal...
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JUL12
(Sheraton Hotel )
July 6-12 is the national convention for Phi Beta Sigma. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be a 50 Million Pound Challenge boot...
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JUL06
(Sheraton Hotel )
July 6-12 is the national convention for Phi Beta Sigma. The 50 Million Pound Challenge will be one of the title sponsors of the convention. There will be a 50 Million Pound Challenge bo...
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JUN07
(Marriott Downtown Hotel )
Dr. Ian and the 50 Million Pound Challenge will be at this year’s Sisterhood Showcase June 6-7! The Challenge will have a booth at the event for people to register and Dr. Ian will be presenting...
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JUN06
(Marriott Downtown Hotel)
Dr. Ian and the 50 Million Pound Challenge will be at this year’s Sisterhood Showcase June 6-7! The Challenge will have a booth at the event for people to register and Dr. Ian will be presenti...
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APR07
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The Challenge is two! Everyone take time out to congratulate yourselves on our achievements as individuals and the impact that we have made on the health of this country!
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MAR24
(Adrienne Landau Studio)
As we celebrate reaching one million members, the press gathers for a unique immersive experience in the fight against obesity. They will learn how The Challenge is helping Americans come togeth...
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MAR14
(1400 Edwards Mill Rd.)
Women’s Empowerment is Radio One Raleigh’s largest and most anticipated event. Year after year, thousands of African American women (and men) come to Women’s Empowerment for an entire day of educati...
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MAR06
(Nationwide - tune in to your local Steve Harvey affiliate station)
March 2-6 at 6:29 EST, Listen to the Steve Harvey Morning Show with Dr. Ian. Steve is on Dr. Ian’s new 4 Day Diet and listeners are encouraged to join Steve in his efforts. Click here to l...
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MAR02
(Nationwide - tune in to your local Steve Harvey affiliate station)
March 2-6 at 6:29 EST, Listen to the Steve Harvey Morning Show with Dr. Ian. Steve is on Dr. Ian’s new 4 Day Diet and listeners are encouraged to join Steve in his efforts. Click here to l...
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FEB25
(Nationwide - tune in to your local Steve Harvey affiliate station)
At 8:30 EST, Listen to the Steve Harvey Morning Show with Dr. Ian. Steve is on Dr. Ian’s new 4 Day Diet and listeners are encouraged to join Steve in his efforts. Click here to listen live...
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FEB24
(The Interstate Center)
Illinois Heart and Lung Foundation presents Women’s Health Night. Stop by for an evening of health education, screenings, booths, and informative presentations. And stop by The Challenge b...
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FEB19
(University of Maryland Eastern Shore CampusStudent Service Center Building on Backbone Road)
The 50 Million Pound Challenge joins Lynn Richardson at the HBCU Health, Wealth N Real Estate Tour. The event will be held on February 19th, 2009 at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
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FEB12
(Nationwide - tune in to your local Steve Harvey affiliate station)
Listen to the Steve Harvey Morning Show with Dr. Ian. Steve is on Dr. Ian’s new 4 Day Diet and listeners are encouraged to join Steve in his efforts. Click here to listen live online.
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FEB08
(8th street and Ocean Drive)
SOBeFIT Magazine is sponsoring a 5K race to help keep people fit. Everyone is welcome to participate. Prizes will be awarded in various catagories. At the end of the race...
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JAN31
(Ford City Mall)
This free event will offer: health screenings, exercise demos, job recruitment, & special guest appearance by Dr. Ian Smith. Dr. Ian will be the special guest on the main stage from 12:30-1 ...
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JAN20
(Gaylord Hotel & Spa Resort)
Steve Harvey will be broadcasting live from the Gaylord Hotel in Washington D.C on January 19 and 20 from 6:00am-10:00am. On both days from 8:29-9:24, Dr. Ian Smith will be taking calls from lis...
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JAN19
(Gaylord Hotel & Spa Resort)
Steve Harvey will be broadcasting live from the Gaylord Hotel in Washington D.C on January 19 and 20 from 6:00am-10:00am. On both days from 8:29-9:24, Dr. Ian Smith will be taking calls from lis...
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JAN18
(Capital Hilton Hotel, 16th Street N.W.)
Dr. Ian will be speaking to Mayors from around the country regarding The Challenge. Mayors and other city officials will receive a city packet to help guide them in setting up a team for their c...
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JAN17
(Capital Hilton Hotel, 16th Street N.W.)
Dr. Ian will be speaking to Mayors from around the country regarding The Challenge. Mayors and other city officials will receive a city packet to help guide them in setting up a team for their c...
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JAN13
(Nationwide - See local listings for details)
Dr. Ian will appear on The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet on FOX on January 13 to discuss The Challenge, New Year's resolutions and his new book, The 4 Day Diet. Check their site for local ne...
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JAN13
(Nationwide)
As America's health improves and the Challenge continues to gather steam, Dr. Ian will be offering inspiration, tools and advice for sticking to New Year Resolutions via satellite interviews...
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JAN10
(2401 Airport Rd.)
If you are in the Bloomington/Normal, IL area, please join 4-Seasons in their Biggest Loser Contest! Winners will receive free Challenge gear and a grand prize winner will receive a&...
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JAN09
(Nationwide)
Dr. Ian will appear on The Bonnie Hunt Show on January 9 to discuss The Challenge, New Year's resolutions and his new book, The 4 Day Diet. Check local listings on her site for show times in you...
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JAN08
(Nationwide)
Dr. Ian will appear on The View on ABC on January 9 to discuss The Challenge, New Year's resolutions and his new book, The 4 Day Diet. Check local listings for show times in your area.
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JAN07
(Nationwide)
Dr. Ian will appear on the Today Show on NBC on January 7. He will appear on the show in the 9:00a hour to discuss The Challenge, New Year's resolutions and his new book, The 4 Day Diet. &n...
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NOV01
(South Seventh Street - Brown's Island)
If you would like to join the 50 Million Pound Challenge at My 5k Challenge, click here for more information and to sign up.
Schedule of Events:7:30 AM: Race Day Check-in begins9:00 AM...
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OCT25
(31st Street Park (Oceanfront))
If you would like to join the 50 Million Pound Challenge at My 5k Challenge, click here for more information and to sign up.
Schedule of Events:
7:30 AM: Race Day Check-in begins
9:0...
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OCT25
(Legion Field)
As part of the competition, Alabama State will also take on Alabama A&M on The Challenge as part of the HBCU Gridiron Challenge. Join your school’s team to support them in Challenge competit...
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OCT08
(Delaware State UniversityStudent Center and Bank of America Business Building Auditorium 1200 N. DuPont Highway)
The 50 Million Pound Challenge joins Lynn Richardson at the HBCU Health, Wealth N Real Estate Tour. The first event will be held on October 8, 2008 at the campus of Delaware State University.&...
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OCT04
(Bowie State University)
Free event filled with fitness, fun, and prizes. The day begins with a walk at 9am. Special appearances by Dr. Ian Smith and DJ legend Biz Markie will spin 8:30am-9:15am and 11:30am-1:30pm...
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SEP27
(Shoppes at College Hills)
FREE event. Opens at 8am with live music by “A Touch of Soul”, free CPR instructions, Kids Zone with inflatables by SpaceWalk, USTA Tennis on Tour, fitness monopoly, wobble boards, core balls,...
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SEP14
(Liberty State Park)
Enjoy the music and come by The 50 Million Pound Challenge booth for your chance to join The Challenge and win great prizes. Liberty R&B and Jazz Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday, Se...
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SEP13
(Liberty State Park)
Enjoy the music and come by The 50 Million Pound Challenge booth for your chance to join The Challenge and win great prizes. Liberty R&B and Jazz Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday, Se...
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AUG09
(Bud Billiken Parade Route)
Dr. Ian joins the Bud Billiken Parade. Look for the Challenge float and Dr. Ian on the parade route!
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AUG08
(Namoi Bruton Theatre)
The Challenge joins Steve Harvey and his crew at their live broadcast in Dallas. Computers will be on site for listeners to join The Challenge and there will be opportunities for great prizes.&n...
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AUG07
(Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino )
The 50 Million Pound Challenge is a sponsor at the National Black Nurses Association event August 5-7, 2008 in Las Vegas. Stop by the Challenge booth at the event to join The Challenge and for a...
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AUG06
(Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino )
The 50 Million Pound Challenge is a sponsor at the National Black Nurses Association event August 5-7, 2008 in Las Vegas. Stop by the Challenge booth at the event to join The Challenge and for a...
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AUG05
(Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino)
The 50 Million Pound Challenge is a sponsor at the National Black Nurses Association event August 5-7, 2008 in Las Vegas. Stop by the Challenge booth at the event to join The Challenge and for a...
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JUL13
(Washington Convention Center)
Dr. Ian joins the Alpha Kappa Alpha 100 Year Celebration in their historic walk for Emotional, Spritual and Physical health (ESP).
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JUN18
(Quicken Loans Arena "The Q"Huron Rd and E 6th St)
Dr. Ian Smith and LeBron James will kick off the 50 Million Pound Challenge’s first City Team Challenge on Wednesday, June 18, 2008. The event will be held at "The Q" -- Quicken Loans Arena (Huron R...
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JUN01
(Millennium Park)
May 30 through June 1, The Challenge will join the Chicago Gospel Festival. The Challenge will have computers on hand all three days of the Fest so attendees can join The Challenge online...
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MAY31
(Millennium Park)
May 30 through June 1, The Challenge will join the Chicago Gospel Festival. The Challenge will have computers on hand all three days of the Fest so atendees can join The Challenge online ...
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MAY30
(Millennium Park)
May 30 through June 1, The Challenge will join the Chicago Gospel Festival. The Challenge will have computers on hand all three days of the Fest so attendees can join The Challenge online...
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MAY16
(Cobo Conference CenterOne Washington Blvd.)
Dr. Ian will join Steve Harvey at his live broadcast from the Cobo Conference Center in Detroit. The Challenge will be there with eshots photos, which attendees can keep as "before" s...
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APR13
(2261 Murfreesboro Pike & 7594 Old Hickory Blvd.)
The Challenge is making a triple stop in Nashville, TN on Sunday, April 13. Two church locations in the morning and a college campus event in the afternoon!
Dr. Ian will issue The Challenge to the...
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APR13
(Tennessee State University, Kean Hall Gymnasium)
The Challenge is making a triple stop in Nashville, TN on Sunday, April 13. Two church locations in the morning and a college campus event in the afternoon!
Dr. Ian will issue The Challenge to the...
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APR08
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Tuesday, April 8th, the Tom Joyner Morning Show kicks off their “Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day”. Dr. Ian will go on the air with Tom Joyner to support this effort and The Challenge wil...
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APR07
(253 Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd.)
The Challenge is celebrating its one-year anniversary and marking April as “50 Million Pound Challenge Month.” On April 7, 2008, Dr. Ian will kick-off the month-long anniversary celebration by...
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MAR29
(RBC CenterI-40 and I-440)
The Challenge and Dr. Ian will be at the Women's Empowerment Expo in Raleigh, NC from 11a-7p on Saturday, March 29th. Dr. Ian will be a speaker on the main stage, sign books and participate in a b...
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MAR09
(Dallas, TX)
On Sunday, Dr. Ian will introduce The Challenge during two services at The Potter’s House of Dallas. Take a couple minutes to register and visit us if you’re in the area… and tell your friends to do t...
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MAR08
(Dallas, TX)
Bishop T.D. Jakes welcomes The Challenge at Manifest—a men’s only conference in Dallas. The Challenge will be present throughout the conference, and Dr. Ian will speak on Saturday mo...
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MAR07
(Dallas, TX)
Bishop T.D. Jakes welcomes The Challenge at
Manifest—a men’s only conference
in Dallas. The Challenge will be present throughout the conference, and Dr. ...
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MAR01
(Charlotte, NC)
The Challenge is coming to the CIAA tournament! Dr. Ian will also join the Steve Harvey Morning Show live from the tournament on Friday morning. Afterwards, he will be available for photos at The ...
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FEB29
(Charlotte, NC)
The Challenge is coming to the CIAA tournament! Dr. Ian will also join the Steve Harvey Morning Show live from the tournament on Friday morning. Afterwards, he will be available for photos at The ...
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FEB28
(Charlotte, NC)
The Challenge is coming to the CIAA tournament! Dr. Ian will also join the Steve Harvey Morning Show live from the tournament on Friday morning. Afterwards, he will be available for photos at The ...
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FEB24
(New Birth Missionary Baptist Church)
The Challenge is going to Church! Next stop is New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Ian and Bishop Long will issue The Challenge to the congregation at Church services on Feb....
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FEB23
(New Birth Missionary Baptist Church)
The Challenge is going to Church! Next stop is New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Ian and Bishop Long will issue The Challenge to the congregation at the Church's Health Fai...
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FEB10
(New Destiny Christian Center)
The Challenge is going to Church! Next stop is New Destiny Christian Center in Orlando, FL. Dr. Ian will issue the Challenge to the congregation at the Feb. 10th services.
Date Feb 10
Sta...
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JAN19
(Black Heritage Festival)
Dr. Ian will present to issue The Challenge at the festival and will join the crowd in a 2k walk. Free health screenings are also available.
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NOV24
(State Farm Bayou Classic® & Greater St Stephens Full Gospel Baptist Church)
Dr. Ian will conclude The 50 Million Pound Challenge kick-off tour at the Big Easy over Thanksgiving weekend. Our last stop won’t look like the other 13, but we’ll celebrate in true Challenge fashion ...
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NOV15
(State Office Building125th Street in Harlem)
Get ready to celebrate and WIN an iPhone or $1,000.
I’m very excited to write you this note. You’ve seen my thoughts in previous notes about how important crossing the one million pou...
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SEP23
(Jacob K. Javits Convention Center)
New Yorkers say “I Love The Challenge,” join in record numbers
Weekend of Fitness, Faith & Good Fun in Big Apple Delivers Big Push Towards Campaign’s Million-Pound Milestone
Dr. Ian Smith’s 50...
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AUG11
(Washington Park)
Chicago Turns it Loose for The Challenge
Challenge Hosts Lead Float in Annual Bud Billiken Parade, Star-studded Cast Shines at Special Event in Washington Park
The 50 Million Pound Challenge got a...
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JUL28
(Union Station, 1820 Market Street)
Hip Hop Spirit in St. Louis Steps Out for 50 Million Pound Challenge
Lifts Challenge to Record Month in July for Event Turnout & Past 400,000 Total Pounds Lost Mark
What a month! Hot on ...
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JUL21
(Centennial Olympic Park,North Lawn)
Record Turnout in Atlanta Turns It On for The Challenge
ATL Turns Out a Crowd & Turns on the Charm for the 8th Stop on The 50 Million Pound Challenge Tour
The hits just keep on coming. O...
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JUL14
(Hart Plaza, downtown, Jefferson and Woodward Streets )
Detroit Gives It Up for The Challenge
Record Crowd & All-Star Cast Shift into Overdrive to Get Motor City Moving as 50 Million Pound Challenge Continues Its Drive Across America
A high-energy,...
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JUN30
(Hermann Square, 901 Bagby Street)
Stars Shine Bright for 50 Million Pound Challenge in Houston as Showers Don't Dampen Fervor of Fans
Neither rain, nor heat, nor heavy humid air could keep thousands of fervent, rap-stepping fans fro...
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JUN16
(Time Warner Amphitheater at Tower City, 351 Canal Road)
Thousands filled Cleveland's Time Warner Amphitheater on Saturday afternoon, June 16th, to take in some great live music and entertainment and also take up a vow to 'give up the pounds, not the fight....
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JUN09
(National Civil Rights Museum, 450 Mulberry Street)
In an historic rally demonstrating community solidarity, thousands filled the National Civil Rights Museum plaza on a scorching hot Saturday in Memphis to take in an afternoon of great music from the ...
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MAY19
(Bay Front Park – Tina Hills Pavilion)
Miami Challenge Event Delivers Sun, Stars and First Steps for Many to Healthier Life
Thousands filled Miami's Bay Front Park Saturday afternoon to take in some great live music and entertainment and ...
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APR21
(Harborplace)
Thousands filled Baltimore's Harborplace April 19 to vow to "give up the pounds, not the fight". Dr. Ian Smith, author, journalist, and host of VH1's "Celebrity Fit Club" brought his newly launched 50...
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APR07
(National Mall7th Street & Madison Drive)
The 50 Million Pound Challenge officially kicks off with a star-studded live event April 7 on the National Mall at 7th Street and Madison Drive, in Washington, D.C. Dr. Smith will be joined in launchi...
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