Archives for July 2019

Bees Salute Readers, Bumble and (801) During Homestand

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SALT LAKE CITY (July 29, 2019) – After a road trip sweep in Albuquerque the Salt Lake Bees return to Smith’s Ballpark on Tuesday, July 30 to start a seven-game homestand against the Oklahoma City Dodgers (Triple-A Los Angeles Dodgers) and the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Triple-A Miami Marlins). Below are the game times and activities happening during the homestand.

Tuesday, July 30 vs. Oklahoma City Dodgers, 7:05 p.m.

  • The final Taco Tuesday of the season with $2 Tacos.

Wednesday, July 31 vs. Oklahoma City Dodgers, 7:05 p.m.

  • Read Today Night – Over 5,000 children will attend the game free of charge as a reward for completing their summer reading goals.
  • Final Cyprus Credit Union Dollar Dog Night of 2019.

Thursday, Aug. 1 vs. Oklahoma City Dodgers, 7:05 p.m.

  • (801) Night. On 08/01 the Bees will salute all things Salt Lake City which includes wearing special ‘Jazz City Edition’ jerseys, green Jell-O and more.
  • Coors Light Thirsty Thursday with $3 drinks.

Friday, Aug. 2 vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes, 7:05 p.m.

  • First pitch from U.S. Speedskating Olympian J.R. Celski.
  • Postgame kids run presented by Bees Kids Club.

Saturday, Aug. 3 vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes, 7:05 p.m.

  • Las Abejas de Salt Lake game. The Bees will wear their alternate Spanish language identity as part of Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversion program.
  • Postgame kids run presented by Bees Kids Club.

Sunday, Aug. 4 vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes, 6:05 p.m.

  • Safe in the SUNday presented by University of Utah Health.

Monday, Aug. 5 vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes, 7:05 p.m.

  • Bumble’s Birthday. Bumble will celebrate his birthday at Smith’s Ballpark with visitis from his mascot friends from around Utah.
  • Smith’s Family Night. Fans can purchase four tickets and four hot dogs for $24 at www.slbees.com.

Also available is the Ford Zone at Smith’s Ballpark. The Ford Zone includes a berm ticket and all-you-can-eat hot dogs, soda, popcorn, nachos and churros for just $25. Tickets for the Ford Zone are available at www.slbees.com and are available for all remaining 2019 Bees home games subject to availability.

About the Salt Lake Bees

The Salt Lake Bees are in their 19th season as the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels and will continue to be the top affiliate of the Angels through the 2022 season. While with Los Angeles, Salt Lake owns five division championships and two trips to the Pacific Coast League Finals. Smith’s Ballpark, the home of the Bees, is consistently voted as one of the best ballparks in baseball, including a Top 10 Ballpark in the United States by Better Homes and Gardens. In 2015 the Bees were awarded the Bob Freitas Award by Baseball America as the top franchise in Triple-A. For more information visit www.slbees.com.

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Durham Bulls Athletic Park Now Sensory Inclusive

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The Durham Bulls have partnered with KultureCity to make Durham Bulls Athletic Park sensory inclusive. This new initiative will promote an accommodating and positive experience for all guests and fans with a sensory issue who visit the DBAP.

The certification process entailed the staff at the DBAP being trained by leading medical professionals on how to recognize those guests and fans with sensory needs and how to handle a sensory overload situation. A number of Sensory bags, equipped with noise reducing headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards and a weighted lap pad will also be available to be checked out at the Lowes Foods Guest Services by guests who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. The DBAP also has a number of ‘Quiet Areas’ posted throughout the ballpark as well as an exit/re-entry policy to the stadium for fans who need a quiet space.

In addition, the Bulls have several helpful resources available online to better help prepare for a visit to the ballpark. This includes a ballpark map showing the quiet areas, a social story, and a Sensory Guide for what to expect during a visit to the DBAP, prepared with the help of Emerge Pediatric Therapy. Click here to access these resources.

“Our stadium becoming sensory inclusive is one more step our team has taken to make sure any fan, anywhere, feels comfortable and safe attending a Bulls game,” Durham Bulls Vice President Mike Birling said. “We look forward to welcoming fans and families to the DBAP who in the past might not have had the resources they needed.”

Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by individuals with autism, dementia, PTSD and other similar conditions. One of the major barriers for these individuals is sensitivity to over stimulation and noise, which is an enormous part of the environment in a venue like the DBAP. With its new certification, the DBAP is now better prepared to assist guests with sensory sensitivities in having the most comfortable and accommodating experience possible when attending an event at the DBAP.

“To know that you soon will be able to see families attend a baseball game, a true community binding experience, with their loved ones who have a sensory challenge and who were not able to previously attend, is truly a heartwarming moment,” said Dr. Julian Maha, Co-Founder, KultureCity. “Our communities are what shapes our lives and to know that the DBAP is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that everyone, no matter their ability, is included in their community is amazing.”

For Sensory Friendly Night on July 28th, presented by Emerge Pediatric Therapy, fans will also have access to a dedicated sensory room on the Suite Level designed and staffed by our partners at Emerge Pediatric Therapy for those who may need a quieter and more secure environment. To visit the Sensory Suite, fans should use the entrance for the PNC Triangle Club located on Jackie’s Landing in right field.

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Four Winners Selected for $10,000 Grant

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Four organizations have been chosen as the winners of the Durham Bulls Ballpark Project presented by Coastal Credit Union. Hillandale Sports Association, Hawfields Civitan Club, Northern Middle School and East Wake High School softball have each earned a $10,000 donation for facility renovations.

“For the second straight year we saw a highly impressive group of applications, and for the second straight year we had some very difficult decisions to make,” Durham Bulls Vice President Mike Birling said. “These four winners proved why upgrades to their facilities will be important in helping grow the sports of baseball and softball for years to come.”

Hillandale Sports Association expects to make renovations to improve the field’s drainage issues, and Hawfields Civitan Club will provide a large-scale renovation for the first time since 1975. Northern Middle School plans to provide upgrades to its joint baseball/softball field, and East Wake High School softball will resurface its infield for a safer playing surface.

Each facility will be renovated in the coming months, with a list of priorities submitted by each location. Additionally, a representative from each organization is scheduled to be honored on-field at Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Tuesday, August 6.

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July 13th is Wendy’s Foster Care Adoption Night!

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Join us at the ballpark as Wendy’s and Trumbull County Children Services are teaming up for Wendy’s Foster Care Adoption Night!

To get the night going, Miss Wendy and a newly united forever family will throw out the first pitch. Afterward, get a picture with Miss Wendy, and learn about foster care adoption or becoming foster parent at the information booth just inside the front gate.

In the state of Ohio alone, there are nearly 3,000 children waiting to be adopted and more than 155,000 throughout the U.S. and Canada. Twenty-two of those kids are right here in Trumbull County. Come to the ballpark, and find out how you can make a difference in their lives. Because every child deserves a forever family.

Click here for more information on Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

Visit mvscrappers.com, the Chevy All Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field, or call (330) 505-0000 for more information on single game tickets, ticket packages, group outings, promotions and more!

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