ADVISORY/LADWP and Dodgers Take the Stage at Markham Middle School in South Los Angeles.

Sports Editors/City Desks

ADVISORY...for Tuesday (June 17)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

Dodgers Ron Coomer and Bobby Castillo promote student achievement

in an afternoon of 'jam-packed' fun

What:  The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and the
       Los Angeles Dodgers are teaming up to bring Dodger Jams to
       Markham Middle School in South Los Angeles. Dodger Jams is a
       school assembly featuring a motivational session with Dodger
       infielder Ron Coomer and Dodger legend Bobby Castillo,
       immediately followed by live music and performances that appeal
       to middle school youngsters. This community outreach program
       recognizes the young leaders for their achievements both in and
       outside of the classroom and focuses on the theme of T.E.A.M.
       (Teamwork, Effort, Attitude and Motivation).

       The program will begin with the motivational session. The LADWP
       Water Wise exhibit will also be on-hand to educate the kids
       about water conservation and the wise use of electricity during
       the summer months. Members of the LADWP Speakers Bureau will
       staff the exhibit.

Who:   Dodger infielder Ron Coomer
       Dodger legend Bobby Castillo
       Hundreds of boys and girls from Markham Middle School
       LADWP Corporate Communications representative Gale Harris

When:  Tuesday, June 17
       1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Where: Markham Middle School Auditorium
       1650 E. 104th St.
       Los Angeles, CA 90002

Photo Op: Dodger infielder Ron Coomer and Dodger legend Bobby Castillo
          providing hundreds of boys and girls with motivational
          speeches; musical jam sessions with performances that appeal
          to middle school youngsters.

Why:   The event is one of the many ways that LADWP demonstrates its
       commitment to the community and the youth of Los Angeles.