Pete Czerwinski, to participate in the 1st Annual Watermelon Eating Contest at Mardi Gras Casino

Once word got out that Mardi Gras Casino would be hosting its very 1st Annual Watermelon Eating Contest, Furious Pete could not resist the temptation. Pro eater, Pete Czerwinski has faced many life altering moments, mainly in 2002 when he was hospitalized with anorexia. A refreshing story about overcoming life’s hurdles, Furious Pete was recently the subject of a documentary, The Story of Furious Pete, by George Tsioutsioulas.

On Sunday, May 30, Furious Pete will compete in Mardi Gras’ 1st Annual Watermelon Eating Contest at 1:00 p.m. Pete’s eye is set on the 1st place prize, The Watermelon Champ Belt and $2,500 Cash. Prizes will be awarded to all participants: $1,000 Cash for 2nd place, $500 Cash for 3rd place, and $20 Bonus Play for 4th – 84th place.

WHEN:              Sunday, May 30

1st Annual Watermelon Easting Contest schedule of events:

11:00 a.m.                    Final drawing for the watermelon eating contest

12:00 – 9:00 p.m.          NASCAR Racing Simulator

1:00 p.m.                     1st Annual Watermelon Eating contest on the verandah

1:00 – 9:00 p.m.           BBQ on the second floor sport’s lounge

5:00 – 9:00 p.m.           Karaoke on the second floor sport’s lounge

6:00 – 10:00 p.m.          Jazz Duo, Davis & Dow, in the French Quarter Restaurant & Bar

8:00 – 12:00 a.m.          Rock-n-Roll band, Fusion, on the south side of the casino floor

10:00 p.m.                    White 2010 Mustang Give-away Winner Announced

WHERE:            Mardi Gras Casino

                        831 North Federal Highway

                        Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

Ph: 954-924-3200

About Mardi Gras Casino

Mardi Gras Casino is located at 831 North Federal Highway on the corner of US-1 and Pembroke Road. The casino offers over 70,000 square feet of casino excitement featuring 1,300 Las Vegas-style slot machines including new linked Progressive slots, video roulette, and virtual blackjack; 24-hour action packed poker; simulcast and live greyhound racing; and various dining options. For more information, call 954-924-3200 or visit www.playmardigras.com.

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