DOVER, Del. -- The Philadelphia PGA Section will host a fun-filled Play Golf America event at Dover International Speedway during NASCAR's Autism Speaks 400 weekend, May 30-31. This free event, coordinated along with The PGA of America and NASCAR, will introduce the game of golf to NASCAR fans and is open to all ages and skill levels.

PGA Professionals will provide free 10-minute lessons and conduct demonstrations covering all facets of the game, including putting and chipping, at hitting bays located at The Kids Zone and The Monster Mile Club.

Play Golf America, designed to increase participation among new and existing golfers, was developed by The PGA of America, with the support of Allied Associations including: the LPGA, National Golf Course Owners Association, PGA Tour, USGA and others involved in the annual Golf 20/20 Conference. The program utilizes the PlayGolfAmerica.com Web site to serve as a link for consumers to access fun, affordable and informative programs in their area.

Since 1916, The PGA of America's mission has been twofold: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf. By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the multi-billion dollar golf industry. By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public's interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf. Visit PGA.com or PlayGolfAmerica.com to learn more.

Dover International Speedway, NASCAR Autism Speaks 400 • Play Golf America Event Schedule, May 30-31, 2009

* May 30, Saturday, The Kids Zone, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
* May 31, Sunday, The Monster Mile Club, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.