Archives for May 2021

Fireflies Team Up with Prisma Health on In-Game Vaccination Site

 

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Columbia Fireflies today announced that they have partnered with Prisma Health to administer COVID-19 vaccinations at Segra Park during the 2021 baseball season.

Fans who wish to be vaccinated can get their first shot at a Fireflies game on Friday, May 28 or Saturday, May 29. The vaccine will be administered inside the ballpark, along the concourse by the Crescent Patio in right field, to all fans wishing to receive the vaccines.

The Pfizer vaccine being deployed by Prisma Health has been approved for all South Carolinians ages 12 and over.

Fans do not need to pre-register to get their first shot; walk-up appointments will be accepted. Vaccines can be administered by Prisma Health clinical staff at any point from the opening of gates on each night until the vaccination site shuts down at the end of the seventh inning.

“This is a great opportunity for fans that may not yet have gotten their vaccination to get theirs in a very unique, festive atmosphere,” said Fireflies team President John Katz. “Our thanks go out to Prisma Health for affording our fans who wish to get a vaccine the opportunity to do so at Segra Park. The Fireflies have chipped in great added benefits – including a free ticket for participating fans to receive their second doses three weeks later.”

Dr. Rick Scott, the chair of the Prisma Health Vaccine Task Force, said, “The Prisma Health team is dedicated to caring for our community during this pandemic and every day. Throughout the entire COVID-19 response, we are proud of everything that our team members, nurses, and physicians have given to help our community. We also are proud of our partnerships with organizations like the Fireflies who are helping us get shot in the arms of our community but there is much left to do!”

Every fan who receives the vaccine at the game on May 28 or 29 will get a free Fireflies hat and a ticket voucher to attend the June 18 or 19 Fireflies game, where they can obtain their second-dose to become fully vaccinated.

Tickets for the May 28 and 29 games are on sale now and can be purchased online at FirefliesTickets.com.

Loons to Host Seasonal Job Fair May 26th

 

MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons and Professional Sports Catering will be hosting a seasonal job fair from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, May 26th to fill roles needed during Loons games. The event will take place on the main concourse at Dow Diamond. Staff members will be present to meet and talk with interested candidates looking for seasonal work during the remaining months of the 2021 season. On-the-spot interviews and immediate hirings will take place, with work shifts available to begin as soon as June 1st.

“Our game day staff play such an important role in creating the total game experience for our fans. Dow Diamond is truly a unique place to work and our game day roles are a great way to engage with the community, develop lasting relationships with staff and fans while being part of the Loons organization,” said, Chris Mundhenk, President and General Manager.

Job seekers must be at least 16 years of age, have a valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport), and able to provide valid identification to prove eligibility to work in the United States. Minors must present a work permit completed by their parents. Updated resumes are required to receive an on-the-spot interview.

Potential candidates are encouraged to bring their social security card and banking information (canceled check or statement with account and routing numbers) with them to the job fair to complete new hire paperwork if hired on the spot.

The following opportunities are available and can be applied for at the event:

  • Grounds crew members
  • Guest Service Team
  • Ticket Takers
  • Ticket Sales Associates
  • Seating Section Leaders
  • Cooks
  • Food Runners
  • Dishwashers
  • Bartenders
  • Post-Game Cleaning Crew
  • In-Game Cleaning Crew
  • Retail associates
  • Suite servers
  • TV Production Crew
  • Parking Lot Attendants
  • Fun Flock
  • Security Personnel

The Great Lakes Loons have been the Single-A partner of the Los Angeles Dodgers since the team’s inception in 2007. Dow Diamond serves as the team’s home and also houses the Michigan Baseball Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity, and ESPN 100.9-FM. For tickets or information about the Loons, call 989-837-BALL or visit Loons.com.

Cardinals, Mercy, S-GC Health Department, KY3 offering free COVID-19 vaccines May 18-23 at Hammons Field

 

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Cardinals, Springfield-Greene County Health Department, Mercy Hospital Springfield and KY3 are teaming up to offer free COVID-19 vaccines during Cardinals home games from May 18-23 against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals at Hammons Field.

Those who pre-register for a vaccine date at Hammons Field will receive a FREE General Admission ticket to that game. Fans already in the stadium who do not pre-register will receive a free General Admission ticket to a future game of their choice. 100 free tickets are available per game. Additional information can be found at www.ky3.com or health.springfieldmo.gov/cardinals.

Mount Carmel Health System Vaccine Clinic Returns to Huntington Park May 25-30

 

Columbus, Ohio – After vaccinating more than 200 people during the Columbus Clippers’ home opening series, Mount Carmel Health System and the Clippers are again offering a week-long COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Huntington Park from Tuesday, May 25 to Sunday, May 30.

Fans ages 18 and over can visit the vaccine clinic behind home plate from the time gates open through the end of the third inning to receive the Janssen (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine. The J&J vaccine provides full vaccination with a single shot.

“We were thrilled to see the turnout the first time around and heard from several patients how this unique opportunity made the vaccine much more accessible for them and their families,” said Virginia Ruef, regional pharmacy officer at Mount Carmel. “We hope that by meeting people where they are and promoting these unique walk-up opportunities, we can help improve vaccination rates in central Ohio.”

“The Columbus Clippers are again honored that Mount Carmel has “stepped up to the plate” to team with us in offering our fans the J&J Vaccine for our second homestand. We know of no other team nor any other Health Organization that has taken these extraordinary steps to accommodate their community,” said Ken Schnacke, Clippers President and GM.

The Clippers open their second home stand of the season on Tuesday, May 25th against the Nashville Sounds at 7:05pm. For tickets and information, call 614-462-5250 or order online HERE.

About Mount Carmel Health System

Mount Carmel Health System, a member of Trinity Health, has provided high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services in central Ohio for more than 130 years. Our team of more than 9,000 colleagues, 2,000 physicians and 550 volunteers provide compassionate, people-centered primary and specialty care at our four hospitals—Mount Carmel East, Mount Carmel Grove City, Mount Carmel New Albany and Mount Carmel St. Ann’s, along with Diley Ridge Medical Center, an affiliation of Mount Carmel and Fairfield Medical Center. The health system is comprised of Mount Carmel Medical Group and Mount Carmel Health Partners’ network of physicians. MediGold, a Medicare Advantage health insurance plan, and the Mount Carmel College of Nursing, one of Ohio’s largest baccalaureate nursing degree programs, are also integral members of the health system. Mount Carmel also includes surgery centers, emergency and ambulatory care centers, and hospice and home care services.

MUSC Health to Offer Vaccines at The Joe

 

MUSC Health will offer COVID-19 vaccinations at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park during select Charleston RiverDogs games in the upcoming homestand. Fans will have the opportunity to receive a vaccination from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on each of the remaining Fridays in May.

On May 21 and May 28, the vaccines will be administered under a tent just outside of the ballpark on the walkway located along Fishburne Street. Fans are encouraged to make appointments in advance by visiting https://muschealth.org/vaccine-riverdogs. However, walk-ups will be welcome pending availability.

“If we can help encourage people in Charleston to get vaccinated by providing that opportunity at our ballpark, then we are in full support,” said RiverDogs President and General Manager Dave Echols. “Restrictions are beginning to loosen for those who have received the vaccine and we continue to work towards the gameday experience at The Joe returning to normal one step at a time.”

MUSC Health and the RiverDogs are planning to offer more vaccinations at The Joe in future months with dates to be determined. For more information about the vaccine, fans are encouraged to visit https://muschealth.org/get-vaccine.

“We are pleased to partner with the RiverDogs to offer vaccinations at their games!’ said Danielle Bowen Scheurer, M.D., MSCR, MUSC Health Chief Quality Officer. “Our goal is to make the vaccination process as accessible as possible to every South Carolinian.”

The entire RiverDogs gameday experience is cashless in 2021, including parking, the team store and concessions. Fans who do not have credit or debit cards will be able to use cash to purchase gift cards at Fan Services on gamedays. All RiverDogs tickets for the 2021 season are available for purchase online and will be delivered digitally. Once purchased, tickets can be printed at home or scanned on a phone. For answers to frequently asked questions, fans are encouraged to visit the RiverDogs Digital Ticket Guide. No bags will allowed into the ballpark.

RiverDogs season tickets, flexible ticket plans, and group tickets, including options to the Segra Club at Riley Park, are now available for the 2021 campaign at riverdogs.com/tickets or by contacting the RiverDogs front office at 843-577-3647 (DOGS). A full schedule for the 2021 season is available at riverdogs.com.

About The Medical University of South Carolina

Founded in 1824 in Charleston, MUSC is the oldest medical school in the South as well as the state’s only integrated academic health sciences center with a unique charge to serve the state through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and nearly 800 residents in six colleges: Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. MUSC brought in more than $271 million in biomedical research funds in fiscal year 2020, continuing to lead the state in obtaining National Institutes of Health funding, with more than $129.9 million. For information on academic programs, visit musc.edu.

As the clinical health system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care available, while training generations of competent, compassionate health care providers to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond. Comprising some 1,600 beds, more than 100 outreach sites, the MUSC College of Medicine, the physicians’ practice plan, and nearly 325 telehealth locations, MUSC Health owns and operates eight hospitals situated in Charleston, Chester, Florence, Lancaster and Marion counties. In 2020, for the sixth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina. To learn more about clinical patient services, visit muschealth.org.

MUSC and its affiliates have collective annual budgets of $3.2 billion. The more than 17,000 MUSC team members include world-class faculty, physicians, specialty providers and scientists who deliver groundbreaking education, research, technology and patient care.

Drive, Prisma Partner on Next COVID-19 Vaccination Event June 1st

 

Consistent with its ongoing “Front Porch Of The Community” focus, the Greenville Drive and Prisma Health will host a series of COVID-19 vaccination events to occur at Fluor Field throughout the Drive’s 2021 season.

After a successful vaccination event on May 6th, the Drive announced today that the next will be as part of the home game on Tuesday, June 1st.

Vaccinations will take place from 6-8pm in the Power Alley hospitality area of Fluor Field, directly inside the Main Street entrance to the stadium. No appointments are needed; vaccinations will be offered on a walk-up basis and administered by officials with Prisma Health. The Pfizer vaccine will be administered free of charge; those 16 years of age or older, needing their first or second dose, will be eligible. For those needing their second dose, it must be a minimum of three weeks since their first dose, but no later than six weeks.

To help encourage participation, all of those that get vaccinated on June 1st at Fluor Field will receive a complimentary ice cream at the Drive’s destination ice cream stand Sweet Caroline’s as well as a complimentary ticket to any remaining 2021 regular season game.

“Getting vaccinated is the most critical thing we can all do to protect ourselves, our families, and our community. By partnering with Prisma Health to offer vaccinations at our games, we can help our community move closer to ending the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Drive Owner & President Craig Brown.

Timber Rattlers Team up with Bayland Buildings for Community Spotlight Program

 

GRAND CHUTE, WI – The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers are proud to announce the Bayland Buildings Community Spotlight Program. This program will recognize an area charitable organization at every remaining home game during the 2021 season.

“The Timber Rattlers are excited to partner with Bayland Buildings to offer the Community Spotlight Program this season. This opportunity will allow local nonprofits a chance to educate our fans about their cause,” said Dayna Baitinger, Timber Rattlers Director of Community Relations.

Each participating organization will be given a space prior to the game to display and distribute promotional literature about their organization, be recognized on the video board, and receive a 15-second public address announcement.

Groups will also receive up to twenty general admission grass seats to the game for volunteers and any other guests in their organization who would like to attend.

To apply as a participating organization in the program, please print and complete this form on the Timber Rattlers website and return it to:

Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
ATTN: Community Spotlight
PO Box 7464
Appleton, WI 54913

Interested organizations may also email their completed application to [email protected].

The Timber Rattlers do ask that participants in the program adhere to the following rules:

Solicitation of funds will not be permitted.

Your organization will be given one 6-foot table to display/hand out information.

Your volunteers must stay within your designated area (6-foot table) to hand out information.

Your organization may enter the ballpark starting 2 hours before the game to set up.

Anyone entering the ballpark with your organization must have a ticket upon arrival (including volunteers working the table.)

We will provide the volunteers tickets that will be placed at will call for pick up when they arrive.

You will be allowed to hand out information for the 1.5 hours leading up to First Pitch.

We ask that you please take down all materials and dispose of all garbage before you leave to enjoy the game.

We take pride in the cleanliness of our ballpark and ask that you please do not leave anything behind.

Ticket packages and single-game tickets for every remaining game this season are available now from the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers ticket office by calling (920) 733-4152, stopping at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium, or online through the team’s website. The ticket office is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Jumbo Shrimp, Hearts 4 Minds to unveil mural on May 30 to raise mental health awareness

 

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Hearts 4 Minds, Inc. are excited to create positive change in crafting a community mural designed to bring the entire community of Jacksonville together. The mural is being sponsored by Baptist Health and will be unveiled at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 30 at 121 Financial Ballpark. Its theme touches on the importance of addressing mental health.

The Jumbo Shrimp and Hearts 4 Minds mural will be made up of handprints and will also include a QR code to connect people in Jacksonville to needed resources to address mental health. This original mural will be the first mental health mural in Jacksonville and represents the launch of a broader city-wide campaign to raise awareness about mental health. The mural is a reminder that each person has the power to change in the palm of their own hand.

“The Jumbo Shrimp are proud to be great partners in the launch of this initiative,” said Jumbo Shrimp executive vice president/general manager Harold Craw. “Mental health touches every aspect of our community, and we are proud to do our part to bring access to resources to all of Jacksonville.”

Hearts 4 Minds’ core mission is about saving lives. With Mental Health America reporting that nearly 60 percent of those in the United States are not getting the help they need and stigma being one of the largest barriers to the help, Hearts 4 Minds seeks to connect people in need with mental health providers or a supportive community, partnering with hospitals and medical providers to change the healthcare ecosystem and developing programs that break the stigma of mental illness. Hearts 4 Minds believes that when people normalize the conversation regarding mental health, it can save lives.

“We are very excited for our fans to be included in the unveiling of this beautiful mural at 121 Financial Ballpark,” Jumbo Shrimp Senior Director of Community Engagement Andrea Williams said. “Thank you to Hearts 4 Minds in working with our organization to help inspire positive change, and we cannot wait to see the unveiling on May 30.”

The Jumbo Shrimp host the Durham Bulls at 3:05 p.m. on Sunday, May 30. The mural will be unveiled prior to the game and fans are invited to take pictures and engage on social media in regards to it. Mental health resource partners will also be on-hand that day at 121 Financial Ballpark.

ABOUT THE JUMBO SHRIMP: The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp offer affordable family fun at 121 Financial Ballpark. Their inaugural season garnered the Southern League’s Don Mincher Organization of the Year, Promotional Trophy and Jimmy Bragan Executive of the Year, won by general manager Harold Craw. The club added its second Promotional Trophy in three years following the 2019 season. The 2021 season marks the return of Triple-A baseball in Jacksonville. To experience the excitement with the terrific value of ticket and group options, call the Jumbo Shrimp at (904) 358-2846 or visit www.jaxshrimp.com.

NATURALS TO HOST JOB FAIR FOR PART-TIME, GAME DAY POSITIONS ON FRIDAY, MAY 21ST

The Naturals will be accepting applications and conducting interviews at Arvest Ballpark from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.

SPRINGDALE, Ark – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals have announced that they will be hosting a Job Fair on the concourse at Arvest Ballpark on Friday, May 21st from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. for part-time, Game Day positions that are available for the 2021 season. Interested applicants can enter the ballpark through the main gates while the interviews will be conducted on the concourse, weather permitting.

Beginning at 4:00 p.m. on May 21st, the Naturals organization will be taking applications and conducting on-site interviews for part-time, Gameday associates who, if selected, will be instrumental in assisting the front office during this season of Naturals baseball at Arvest Ballpark.

The organization is seeking individuals that, if hired, will continue the tradition of providing top-notch customer service to each and every fan that visits Arvest Ballpark during the season. Applicants that attend the Job Fair are encouraged to fill out applications for the Naturals and Patina Restaurant Group, the official ballpark caterer, to increase potential for hire this season.

Details of some of the available positions are listed below and additional information can be obtained by calling (479) 927-4900. People that are unable to make the job fair on Friday, May 21st can stop out at our Administrative Offices at Arvest Ballpark between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday to fill out an application.

Parking Attendants

Naturals Parking Attendants are the front-line employees of our Gameday Associate Customer Service Team. Parking attendants are asked to process cash transactions and make change as needed.

Ticket Scanner

Ticket Scanners are the second interaction a fan has and should welcome the fans with enthusiasm. All Ticket Scanners will be trained in the use of the hand-held scanner and Naturals Policies. Applicant must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Kids Zone Attendant

The Kids Zone area is for kids 12 years and younger. Attendants are responsible for ensuring all children play safely while having fun. Area includes inflatables, kids train, mini-golf course and wiffle ball field.

Mascot

Engaging, enthusiastic individual that will act out the character of the Naturals mascots “Strike” and “Sinker”. Perform at all (or majority of) home games at Arvest Ballpark and some community appearances, as requested. Must be able to be active for 2-3 hours in costume and have a willingness to show your personality through the characters. Training and a script for each game is provided, and a handler is also assigned to help with crowd control and getting mascots from place to place.

The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. They play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including ticket options, promotions, groups, visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.

Aces, Community Health Alliance offer free vaccines at Aces games

 

RENO, Nev. – The Reno Aces and Community Health Alliance have announced 17 dates to offer free vaccines at Greater Nevada Field for all attending fans, including Tuesday, May 18, at the Aces’ series finale against the Las Vegas Aviators at 12:05 p.m. PT.

“We are excited that baseball is back in Northern Nevada and to partner with the Reno Aces this season to make getting your COVID-19 vaccine even easier,” said Oscar Delgado, CEO of Community Health Alliance. “Getting your vaccine is as easy as getting a hot dog and a cool drink from the snack stand. Be safe and enjoy the season.”

Members of the Community Health Alliance will be present at the stadium on the following dates:

· May 18 and 28

· June 3, 7, 17, and 21

· July 8, 12, 22, and 26

· August 5, 9, 26, and 30

· September 2, 16, and 20

“The Community Health Alliance has been an excellent resource and partner throughout the pandemic to return our fans to Greater Nevada Field,” said Aces President Eric Edelstein. “Getting our community vaccinated is the crucial last step to returning our lives to normal and we are ecstatic to bring them into our home for all of our fans.”

The vaccines will be administered on the concourse behind section 115 and will run for the entirety of the game with Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) available.

Community Health Alliance has seven health centers across Reno and Sparks. They offer quality medical, behavioral and pediatric dental care to the uninsured, underinsured and the insured. They have two in-house pharmacies ensuring that they provide health care for the whole you. Call (775) 329-6300 to make an appointment or visit www.chanevada.org for more information.

Florida State University To Host Youth Football Clinic At Blue Wahoos Stadium

 

Florida State University will hold a youth football clinic at Blue Wahoos Stadium on Wednesday, May 26 from 6:30-8:00 PM. The clinic will be free, and youth football players currently enrolled in 2nd through 8th grade are eligible to attend.

“I am incredibly excited for this opportunity to invest in communities throughout the state of Florida,” head coach Mike Norvell said in a team announcement about the clinic tour. “Our focus will be on serving our state’s youth by providing a positive, impactful experience. There has been so much adversity this year and sacrifices our children have had to make. This will be an opportunity to have fun, develop athletically and celebrate the Seminole Way.”

Florida State clinics are open to all youth currently in 8th grade and younger. They will feature fun, age-appropriate instruction from the Florida State football coaching staff, as well as special appearances by FSU football alumni. All clinics will have COVID protocols in place as established by the CDC, FSU and local regulations.

Parents/guardians may register their youth camp participant to attend by clicking here.

Nashville Sounds Announce “Hometown Hero” Program Presented by MTSU Daniels Center

 

The Nashville Sounds Baseball Club proudly announced today the return of its “Hometown Hero” program presented by Middle Tennessee State University – Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center.

During the 2021 season on select home games at First Horizon Park, the Sounds and MTSU Daniels Center will honor veterans, active members of the armed forces, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers and firefighters.

Nominations for heroes are now being accepted here. All nominees must be, or have been, a member of the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, or a paramedic, emergency medical technician, police officer or firefighter.

Selected heroes will receive complimentary tickets to a Sounds game and be recognized on the iconic guitar scoreboard during a special in-between inning feature.

The Daniels Center’s mission is to provide transition services for Veterans and their families as they return to civilian life after military service. The Daniels Center is the largest and most comprehensive veterans center on any Tennessee higher education campus. It enables the over 1000 military-connected student population on campus to have a one-stop shop to meet a variety of academic needs.

The Sounds offer military family ticket discounts for every game at First Horizon Park. A $2 discount on single-game ticket prices is available for any Reserved Section seat – based on availability. The offer is valid for up to four tickets per government-issued military I.D. presented at the Sounds Ticket Office.

Additionally, the Sounds began the partnership with the MTSU Daniels Center by wearing their special camouflage military jerseys yesterday on Armed Forces Day and wear them on select days during the 2021 season. The Nashville Sounds Foundation will auction the game-worn camouflage military jerseys at the end of the season with proceeds to benefit the Daniels Center.

The Nashville Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers and play at First Horizon Park. Single-game tickets are on sale now for all remaining 2021 home games. For more information call 615-690-4487 or e-mail [email protected].

BlueClaws Baseball Is For Everyone – Team to Host Second Pride Night on June 4th

 

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – BlueClaws baseball is for everyone! That continues to be the team’s message as the BlueClaws prepare for their second Pride Night, to be held on June 4th.

The BlueClaws held their first Pride Night, presented by Coca-Cola, in 2019 in front of a capacity, sold-out crowd at FirstEnergy Park. While their second Pride Night in 2020 was cancelled by the pandemic, the team remains undeterred and excited for Pride Night 2021.

“We consider ourselves to be a very open and inclusive organization and proud member of the community,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “We want to show the LGBT community that they are, and always will be, welcome at BlueClaws games!”

“It seems so simple–players should be judged on their athletic ability–not by who they love or how they identify. Unfortunately, the sports world can often be the deepest, darkest place in the closet. That’s why Garden State Equality is proud to partner with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on their annual Pride Night–an evening that sends a message of positivity to LGBTQ people and their families,” said Christian Fuscarino, executive director of Garden State Equality. You have to imagine how inspiring it is for all those young kids sitting in the stands—who might be gay or transgender—when they look up and see their home team saying: ‘It’s okay to be who you are. We support you.’ That’s life changing.”

Pride Night includes a BlueClaws Pride Night cap giveaway for the first 1,500 fans that will be handed out beginning when the gates open at 6:00 pm. First pitch against the Brooklyn Cyclones, affiliate of the New York Mets, is at 7:05 pm and fans are encouraged to stay for post-game fireworks.

Order Tickets: Order tickets online by clicking here.

The BlueClaws will also be wearing special jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game.

Before the game, the BlueClaws will run a panel discussion with Christian Fuscarino of Garden State Equality and Joe Votruba of NJ 101.5 on the 1,857-square foot video board.

Aziza Callahan, a Garden State Equality member, will sing the National Anthem.

“BlueClaws games are about a fun night out with your friends, family, and colleagues. It’s about relaxing, laughing, and having a great time together. This notion has nothing to do with sexual orientation, race, gender, or economic status. It’s a universal notion of affordable, wholesome entertainment. It’s nice to be able to celebrate that with the community.”

Additional resources will be made available for fans at the game. Those interested in attending the night or partnering with the BlueClaws are encouraged to email [email protected].

Tickets are currently available in reserve seating pods, Lawn pods on the two outfield grass berms, concourse picnic tables, and concourse high-top tables around the ballpark. Tickets to Pride Night and all remaining BlueClaws home games can be purchased at BlueClaws.com.

-Jersey Shore BlueClaws-

Non-profit organizations invited to fundraise by operating 121 Financial Ballpark concessions

 

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are inviting non-profit organizations to help contribute to the exceptional 121 Financial Ballpark fan experience while fundraising through operation of the ballpark’s concession stands and other portable ballpark food areas.

The Jumbo Shrimp’s concession fundraising program helps make a difference while also supporting contracted non-profit organizations to reach their fundraising goals. The program has supported churches, youth sports, food banks, booster clubs, private schools and civic groups. In addition to potentially raising thousands of dollars for their organizations, groups learn to work as a team, operating in an honest, ethical and enjoyable atmosphere.

“We are incredibly excited to expand our concession fundraising program to even bigger heights,” said Jumbo Shrimp Executive Vice President/General Manager Harold Craw. “It has been amazing to help such a wide variety of non-profit organizations in the past through this very program, and we look forward to doing that even more throughout the 2021 season.”

Non-profits interested in joining the Jumbo Shrimp’s concession fundraising program should contact Senior Director, Community Engagement Andrea Williiams at [email protected].

ABOUT THE JUMBO SHRIMP: The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp offer affordable family fun at 121 Financial Ballpark. Their inaugural season garnered the Southern League’s Don Mincher Organization of the Year, Promotional Trophy and Jimmy Bragan Executive of the Year, won by general manager Harold Craw. The club added its second Promotional Trophy in three years following the 2019 season. The 2021 season marks the return of Triple-A baseball in Jacksonville. To experience the excitement with the terrific value of ticket and group options, call the Jumbo Shrimp at (904) 358-2846 or visit www.jaxshrimp.com.

HealthLinc and South Bend Cubs Host COVID-19 Vaccination Day

 

VALPARAISO, IN – HealthLinc and the South Bend Cubs (High-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs) are teaming up to promote COVID-19 vaccinations to area residents at Four Winds Field on Monday, May 24 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. HealthLinc will host a table during the Cubs homestand against the Dayton Dragons (Tuesday through Sunday, May 18-23) to assist fans with registration for the vaccine day.

“We are grateful to the Cubs organization for allowing us to promote our services, the vaccination day and the importance of everyone getting vaccinated during the upcoming homestand.” states Beth Wrobel, HealthLinc CEO. “We want the COVID-19 vaccine to be available to everyone, so we can all get back to the ballgame.”

HealthLinc will administer the J&J vaccine to anyone 18 years and older. All those who receive the vaccine on vaccination day will be entered into a drawing to win an outdoor suite with tickets for up to 16 people and four parking passes to an upcoming South Bend Cubs game.

Anyone interested should pre-register for the vaccine by calling 219.872.6200, Ext. 6203. Pre-registration is advised, and walk-ins are welcome.

“We’re proud to partner with HealthLinc to distribute the vaccine to as many people as possible,” said South Bend Cubs President Joe Hart. “Being a good community partner has been our primary goal since day one. We are encouraging as many people as possible to pre-register and come down to Four Winds Field to receive their vaccine.”

For more information about HealthLinc and the COVID-19 vaccination day at Four Winds Field, contact Jodie Wexelberg at [email protected].

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HealthLinc Corporate Headquarters are located at 2401 Valley Drive, Valparaiso, IN. HealthLinc clinics span Northern Indiana and are in East Chicago, Knox, La Porte, Michigan City, Mishawaka, South Bend and Valparaiso.

About HealthLinc

HealthLinc, Inc. (healthlincchc.org) is a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center that provides primary medical, dental, optometry, and behavioral health services to people of all ages regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. In 1996, HealthLinc began as Hilltop Neighborhood House, a neighborhood clinic and childcare center in Valparaiso, IN. Since then, HealthLinc has expanded to eleven clinics, two telehealth clinics, and one mobile medical/dental clinic. HealthLinc accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), most commercial insurance plans, and provides care for uninsured patients. Services will be provided on a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, regardless of a patient’s insurance status.

About the South Bend Cubs

The South Bend Cubs are the Class A-Advanced minor league affiliate of the 2016 World Series Champion Chicago Cubs. Over the past 33 years, the team has won four Midwest League titles, most recently in 2019, and has captured eight division titles. In 2019, the South Bend Cubs hosted the Midwest League All-Star Game. In June 2017, Four Winds Field, home of the South Bend Cubs, was voted Best Class A ballpark in the country by Ballpark Digest. In 2015 the team was named Ballpark Digest’s Team of the Year and received the John H. Johnson President’s Award, the highest award in minor league baseball. The team is owned and operated by Swing-Batter-Swing, LLC whose principal shareholder is Andrew T. Berlin of Chicago, Ill.