Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale Location to Host 3rd Annual Law Enforcement First Responders Appreciation Day on Sept. 11, 5 p.m.
Who/What:To honor all that law enforcement members and first responders do to keep the public safe, Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill’s Fort Lauderdale location is hosting its 3rd Annual Law Enforcement First Responders Appreciation Day. Members of law enforcement and first responders, their family and friends, and the public are encouraged to come enjoy a fun-filled event. Guests will enjoy:
- National Anthem by Jenna DelGardo, local singer
- Wreath ceremony
- Missing Man Tables (tables set to commemorate fallen soldiers)
- Police Pipe & Drum Corps of Florida
- Battle of the Beast Burger Challenge: Three teams (Police, Firefighter, Coast Guard) with two members each will take on Bokamper’s Beast Burger Challenge (eating Bokamper’s “The Beast” ? 4 pounds of Bokamper’s proprietary burger blend, six slices of Applewood smoked bacon, six slices of American cheese, four fried eggs and American fries). The first team to complete the challenge will win a trophy and bragging rights.
- Raffle for 55” HDTV ($2 raffle ticket = one entry) based on a “bet” regarding which team will win the Battle of the Beast Burger Challenge. A name will be drawn out of the winning team’s bucket to declare a raffle winner. All raffle proceeds will benefit the Bryant Peney Scholarship Foundation, which awards scholarships to children of fallen officers.
All first responders will enjoy a buy one, get one beer offer between 4–7 p.m. at ALL Bokamper’s locations on Sept. 11.
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis and Fort Lauderdale Chief of Police Rick Maglione will be in attendance.
Also at the event will be the police departments from Plantation, Doral, Miami, Miramar, Wilton Manors and Miami; as well as Springfield, Massachusetts; and Jersey City, New Jersey. Police and fire departments from Hollywood, Seminole, Defenders LEMC, and Fort Lauderdale will be on-site. In addition, BSO Swat, Color Guard, Honor Guard, Mounted Police Department Horse, Coast Guard, Marine Patrol, Motor Patrol, Boston State Police, and Lauderdale-By-The-Sea BSO & Fire will be at the event. Guests will be able to view a SWAT Beat Cat Truck, fire trucks, NYPD car, and fire boat.
When:Tuesday, Sept. 11, 5 p.m.
Where:
Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill Fort Lauderdale, 3115 NE 32nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Cost:
There is no cover charge; however, donations will be collected throughout the evening.
How:
For more information, visit bokampers.com or call (954) 900-5584.
About Bokamper’s Sports Bar & GrillBokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill was founded in 2008 by former Miami Dolphins player Kim Bokamper. Its mission is to be “The Best Game in Town” by providing exceptional service, great food, and an unparalleled atmosphere for friends, families and sports fans of all ages and to create a rewarding and friendly environment for employees to work in. It was named “Best Sports Bar” in Sun Sentinel’s 2017 “Best of South Florida.” Bokamper’s locations are at 3115 NE 32nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308; 15500 SW 29th Street, Miramar, FL 33027; 1280 S Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL 33324; 8990 Fontana Del Sol Way, Naples, FL 34109; and 8001 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928. For more information, clickhere or call (954) 900-5584.
About PDKN Restaurant Group
PDKN Restaurant Group was founded by former Miami Dolphins player Kim Bokamper and his three partners, P.J. Kavanagh, Damon DeSantis and Noel Cullen, in 2008. Following Bokamper’s successful sports and broadcasting career, he was approached by current partner Kavanagh about furthering his brand through a restaurant. The first Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill was founded in 2008 in Plantation, Florida. Today, the group owns five Bokamper’s restaurants locations in Florida: Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, Miramar, Naples, and Estero ? all dedicated to providing exceptional service, great food, and an unparalleled atmosphere for friends, families and sports fans of all ages.
PDKN Restaurant Group also owns and operates The Balcony, a sophisticated New Orleans-inspired restaurant on Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas Boulevard. Additional projects include Bo’s Beach House, set to open in fall 2018, featuring fresh seafood and stunning ocean views on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
