Golf News for Thursday, June 11, 2009 | Events

PGA of America's Play Golf America Experience will visit Minnesota

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- The PGA of America's Play Golf America Experience will be conducted Saturday, June 13 and Saturday, July 18, at Galleria in Edina, Minn., host site of the 2009 PGA Championship History Exhibit.

The PGA Play Golf America Experience will be conducted in Galleria's west atrium from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., CDT, and offers a rare opportunity for golf enthusiasts and beginning players to receive complimentary lessons by PGA Professionals representing the Minnesota PGA Section. Visitors to the PGA Play Golf America Experience will be able to utilize a hitting net located outside the PGA Championship History Exhibit. The Wanamaker Trophy, which has been awarded to the PGA Champion since 1916, will be on display for photo opportunities.

About The Galleria
Galleria offers an exceptional selection of casual dining, unique local shops and favorite specialty stores wrapped within a sophisticated, relaxed atmosphere. Locally owned and managed by Gabbert & Beck Inc., Galleria is located at 69th and France Avenue in Edina, Minn. Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Restaurants and some stores operate additional hours. For more information, visit GalleriaEdina.com.

About The PGA of America
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.