Free PGA Golf Activities Saturday at John A. White Park

Want to be part of some PGA action? The John A. White Park Golf Course will host a free day of golf activities during the 93rd PGA Championship Play Golf America Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sat., June 25.

The first 250 people who register online at PlayGolfAmerica.com and attend the event will receive a free pair of championship practice round tickets for Tuesday, Aug. 9, or Wed., Aug. 10, at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek.

"It's a good year for golf in Georgia," said Chris Hawkins, who is coordinating the event at the John A. White course. "Play Golf America Day is promoting the game of golf and exposing people to all facets of the game."

In honor of Women’s Golf Month, the event welcomes everyone, including novices, children and especially women, to take part in free lessons from PGA professionals, try new products from golf manufacturers and participate in contests. Play Golf America Day was created to showcase the game of golf in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Hawkins said their will also be entertainment and refreshments.

Admission to Play Golf America Day is free and open to the public. Only one pair of tickets will be given per household. Attendees have until the end of Friday to register, and those who win the PGA tickets must be present at the Saturday event to receive their tickets.

The PGA Championship is at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek from Aug. 8 to 14. For more information, visit www.pga.com.