[Bcma-l] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BC Sports Hall of Fame set to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Calgary Olympic Games

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For immediate release: February 8, 2008

_MEDIA RELEASE:_

(Vancouver, British Columbia) Do you remember Hidy and Howdy? Twenty 
years ago you might not have seen them in person, but now you can.

In celebration of the Spirit of BC week and the 20th Anniversary of the 
1988 Calgary Olympic Games, the BC Sports Hall of Fame is hosting the 
"Spirit of '88: a look back at the Calgary Olympic Games". Visitors will 
see the original mascots from the games, volunteer uniforms, Canadian 
team uniform, footage from the games, photographs, and much more. This 
featured exhibit will be on display at the BCSHFM from February 10 to 
April 13, 2008. The "Spirit of '88" will include educational, community 
and family programming.

As part of “Spirit of ‘88” Celebrations the BC Sports Hall of Fame is 
proud to present the following activities.

    * Spirit of ’88 FREE Family Day

February 10, 2008 at the BC Sports Hall of Fame from 10am-5pm. Families 
can be the first to see the “Spirit of ‘88” exhibit, have their faces 
painted, and design an Olympic torch. Families who arrive early can meet 
the _new mascots_ from 10am-12:30pm. Admission is free for the entire day!

    * Spirit of ’88: a look back at the Calgary Olympic Games

February 10 - April 13, 2008

A featured exhibit on loan from the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum in 
Calgary. The exhibit will showcase the original mascots Hidy and Howdy, 
Calgary Olympic torch, Canadian team opening ceremonies uniform, 
volunteer uniforms, footage and photographs from the games memorable 
moments and much more!

    * Spring Back to ‘88

March 17-21, 2008 (spring break)

Special programming based on the exhibit for community groups and 
families throughout spring break. Check out bcsportshalloffame.com 
closer to spring break for more details.

The BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum honours British Columbia’s teams, 
builders, athletes, pioneers, and media through 20,000 square feet of 
exciting exhibits. By ‘Honouring the Past and Inspiring the Future’, the 
Hall of Fame shares with its visitors the vision of those who achieved 
their dreams through dedication, talent, and hard work. Visit the BC 
Sports Hall of Fame and Museum in person at Gate ‘A’ of BC Place Stadium 
(open daily from 10am to 5pm), or to learn more visit online at 
www.bcsportshalloffame.com.

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Contact: Allison Mailer, Director of Operations

BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

604.687.5520 x26 778-839-8576 cellular