Mad Power Unit Gears Up for Allen Iverson’s Celebrity Summer Classic Kick Off Party in Washington, D.C.

Mad Power Unit is gearing up for a star-studded event to kick-off Allen Iverson's Celebrity Summer Classic (dedicated to aiding disadvantaged youth in inner cities) in Washington, D.C. on Friday, July 14 at Opium@Avenue.

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) July 10, 2006 -- It’s no secret that Allen Iverson is known for doing it big on the social and charitable scene, especially in Washington, D.C., which because of his Georgetown roots is like a second home.

As a dynamic prelude to the annual Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic in Washington, D.C. (July 14 – 16, 2006), the athlete will jump start his weekend of fun and entertainment for a charitable cause with a star studded affair at D.C. hot spot Opium@Avenue on Friday, July 14, 2006. The festivity, dubbed “Ballers and Babes,” is spearheaded by D.C.’s leading event producers Mad Power Unit.

For over ten years, the Allen Iverson Celebrity Summer Classic has helped to raise awareness on the needs of some of the inner cities underprivileged youth. Namely, the classic has aided the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Hampton Roads, Greater Washington and the Crossover Foundation.

Allen Iverson’s fans in the Nation’s Capital have been loyal and supportive of his star-studded events for years. From charitable events, birthdays and after-game parties to All-Star shindigs and all-out blasts, events centered on Allen Iverson always go out with a bang.

Although lots of events have gone down in the past, it’s the platinum coated affair at Mad Power Unit’s larger-than-life Opium, which will take the prize. There, Allen is slated to be joined by some of the biggest names in the sports and entertainment arenas including Terrell Owens, Gilbert Arenas, Kevin Garnett, Jagged Edge, Vivica A. Fox, Steve Francis, Sanaa Lathan, Hoops, Fat Joe, Carmelo Anthony, Nelly, Lebron James, Gabrielle Union, Jermain Dupri and many more.

Opium@Avenue’s chic decor, along with diehard revelers and great music will serve as the ideal environment for a welcoming party. As scores of local and visiting partygoers take in the sights and sounds of Friday’s affair, they will be far from disappointed.

Opium@Avenue boasts a sizzling line-up for the summer. On top of Iverson’s kick-off party, the hot-spot has Remy Ma on July 21. This highly anticipated performance is on the heels of powerhouse concerts featuring Rick Ross, LL Cool J and Bad Boy's Cheri Dennis

As if Mad Power Unit’s nightly events couldn’t get any hotter, their longest running weekly soiree “Flirt” at 1223 on Wednesday’s was just featured in the Washington Post. Labeled the “happiest of happy hours,” Flirt lives up to the Mad Power Unit standard of quality urban entertainment.

Mad Power Unit has been a leader in event production and promotions for over ten years. Their nightly events are a top entertainment choice of urban professionals in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. In addition to thriving events in the Nation’s Capital, Mad Power Unit hosts a series of national events during NBA All Star Weekend each year.

If you are a member of the media interested in covering this kick-off event, please contact Flair Lindsey no later than Wednesday, July 12, 2006.

If your interested in learning more about Allen Iverson’s Celebrity Summer Classic, visit http://www.crossover-promotions.com.

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