IronPigs to Host Weeklong Job Fair

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IronPigs are seeking hard-working, baseball loving, customer service-oriented individuals to join their team for another season!

Allentown, Pennsylvania (21 February 2022) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs will be hosting a weeklong job fair from Monday, February 28 through Friday, March 4 from 4-6 p.m. at Coca-Cola Park. Interviews will be held in person or on zoom.

The benefits of working with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs include a family/fun environment, the opportunity to work in sports, and a flexible schedule!

Select departments will be interviewing for seasonal positions including Food & Beverage, Ticketing, Housekeeping, Ushers, Grounds Crew and more. Opportunities to work indoor, outdoor, and part time will be available. These jobs include the opportunity to work the 75 IronPigs home baseball games as well as other special events taking place at the ballpark between April and September. The IronPigs are also accepting applications from 14-year-old and 15-year-olds for food and beverage positions.

Applicants can apply at anytime and are encouraged to provide a resume at the time of the interview. An application can be found by going to ironpigsbaseball.com. Applicants may also apply here.

For applicants who are unable to interview during the scheduled times from 4-6 p.m., they can call 610-841-PIGS (7447) or walk-in to get applications and schedule zoom or in person interviews during the rest of the IronPigs office hours.

The IronPigs will also be interviewing candidates on Saturday, March 5 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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Turkey Drive sponsored by Provident Bank to be held at Coca-Cola Park

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Allentown, Pennsylvania (4 November 2021) – Provident Bank, New Bethany Ministries, and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs are partnering once again to hold a frozen turkey drive on Thursday, November 18 from 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA. Residents who visit the ballpark will be able to donate a frozen turkey (10-12 lb. preferred). The frozen turkeys will be collected in a refrigerated truck and stored until distribution later that afternoon. New Bethany Ministries has set a goal to collect and distribute 1,000 frozen turkeys to community-based nonprofits throughout the Lehigh Valley.

“New Bethany is truly grateful for the endless support from our community of volunteers and donors, especially now as we assist nonprofits from around the area in helping their clients celebrate Thanksgiving with a home-cooked meal,” said Marc Rittle, Executive Director of New Bethany Ministries. “Thanks to our partnership with Provident Bank and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, hundreds of families throughout the Lehigh Valley will have a turkey this year.”

This is Provident Bank’s fifth consecutive year sponsoring the frozen turkey drive, which was an idea of Provident’s Bob Price, Senior Vice President/Relationship Manager, Commercial Lending. Bob is also a long-time board member of New Bethany Ministries, now in their 36th year of providing Thanksgiving meals to community residents. This is also the fifth consecutive year that the refrigerated truck is being donated by Tom Mesko, a longtime friend and customer of Provident Bank.

“We’re proud to partner with New Bethany Ministries and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs on this important initiative to support families of the Lehigh Valley. Involvement with the communities we serve and helping those in need is fundamental at Provident Bank,” said Chris Martin, Chairman and CEO.

Provident Bank employees will be on site to accept frozen turkeys outside of the Provident Bank Ticket Office at Coca-Cola Park. The first 500 people to donate a frozen turkey on Thursday, November 18 will receive a commemorative oven mitt. In addition, they will receive a coupon for 15% off their purchase at the Lehigh Valley IronPigs Clubhouse Store (coupon valid Thursday, November 18 only).

“For just this one time, it’s okay to ‘talk turkey’ instead of pork,” exclaimed IronPigs President and General Manager, Kurt Landes. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our fans and partners to provide a Thanksgiving turkey to support those throughout the Lehigh Valley who are unable to on their own. And Hambone appreciates and encourages the consumption of turkey on every holiday rather than other (gulp) alternatives.”

For more information on the frozen turkey drive, please visit ironpigsbaseball.com or call New Bethany Ministries at 610-691-5602.

About Provident Bank

Provident Bank, a community-oriented financial institution offering “Commitment you can count on” since 1839, is the wholly owned subsidiary of Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS), which reported assets of $13.39 billion as of September 30, 2021. With $10.84 billion in deposits, Provident Bank provides a comprehensive suite of financial products and services through its network of branches throughout northern and central New Jersey, as well as Bucks, Lehigh and Northampton counties in Pennsylvania and Queens County in New York. The Bank also provides fiduciary and wealth management services through its wholly owned subsidiary, Beacon Trust Company and insurance services through its wholly owned subsidiary, SB One Insurance Agency, Inc. For more information about Provident Bank, visit www.provident.bank or join the conversations on Facebook (ProvidentBank) and Twitter (@ProvidentBank).

About New Bethany Ministries

New Bethany Ministries, in their 36th year of service to the Lehigh Valley, encompasses programs that provide food support, clothing, referral services, showers, financial management, permanent housing for men and women, wellness services, and transitional and permanent housing solutions. Their mission is to offer hope and support to people who experience poverty, hunger, and homelessness. NBM believes that all people, regardless of circumstances, should be treated with dignity and care without judgment. No one who seeks help is turned away. To learn more about New Bethany Ministries, find them on Facebook and Twitter @NewBethMin, or visit them on the web at www.newbethanyministries.org.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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Youth Baseball Camps are back at Coca-Cola Park

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Michael Ventola

Office: 610-841-1317

[email protected]

Youth Baseball Camps are back at Coca-Cola Park

Learn from the professionals this summer at Coca-Cola park

Allentown, Pennsylvania (27 May 2021) – Signups are now underway for the 2021 Youth Baseball Camp presented by Capital BlueCross! Make sure to sign up early because each camp is limited to 110 children and each is expected to sell out!

The camps will run from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for all days of the session. Boys and girls of all skill levels will have the chance to learn baseball and fundamentals from future stars of the Philadelphia Phillies. Each day, members of the IronPigs coaching staff and select IronPigs players will teach the basics of the game and help all campers become better ballplayers!

2021 Camp Dates:

Camp #1 ($165/camper): Ages 7-8 only (July 20-22)

Camp #2 ($165/camper): Ages 9-10 only (August 3-5)

Camp #3 ($165/camper): Ages 11-13 only (August 24-26)

In addition to meeting and playing with IronPigs players, each camper will receive a daily lunch, two tickets to a selected IronPigs game during the camp (Camp #1, July 21; Camp #2, August 4; Camp #3, August 25), and an official IronPigs Youth Baseball Camp T-shirt!

For more information, please contact Jessica Morgan at (610) 841-1258 or [email protected]. The 2021 Youth Baseball Camp is presented by Capital BlueCross.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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Coca-Cola Park to host Covid-19 vaccinations 5/6

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Coca-Cola Park to host Covid-19 vaccinations on

Thursday, May 6 at the IronPigs’ home game

From 5-7 p.m. the Allentown Health Bureau will administer Covid-19 vaccines at the entrance plaza

Allentown, Pennsylvania (5 May 2021) – Getting vaccinated is a GRAND SLAM! The Allentown Health Bureau is coming to Coca-Cola Park on Thursday, May 6 from 5-7 p.m. to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to adults 18 and older just prior to the IronPigs game that evening at 7:05pm.

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are encouraging everyone 18 and older to get vaccinated. For those who do receive a vaccination tomorrow, Thursday, May 6, those individuals can show their new vaccination card at the Provident Bank Ticket Office and receive a FREE game ticket to the game to see the IronPigs play the Rochester Red Wings immediately after their shot.

“We want to do our part to encourage vaccinations so that all of us can return to ‘normal’ as soon as possible and to help keep our entire community healthy,” said Kurt Landes, President and General Manager of the IronPigs. “It’s time to strike out Covid once and for all. Ballparks have hosted vaccination drives before, but never AT a game and while providing a free game ticket in return.”

“We’re trying to cover all our bases and get the vaccine into as many arms as possible,” said Allentown Health Bureau Director Vicky Kistler. “We’re happy to partner with the IronPigs to score more victories over the COVID-19 virus.”

The Allentown Health Bureau is distributing only the Moderna vaccine. Guests who receive a Covid-19 vaccination on Thursday, May 6 will be able to receive their second dose on Thursday, June 3 at the Allentown Fairgrounds any time from 8:30-2:30 p.m.

In addition to hosting the vaccinations, it is Nurses Night, presented by Bayada Home Service at the IronPigs game tomorrow evening and it is also the first Happy Hour of the year featuring $1 Berks hot dogs and alcoholic drink specials from 5-7pm.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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IronPigs unveil “Step Up To The Plate” T-Shirt for local restaurants

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IronPigs unveil “Step Up To The Plate” T-Shirt for local restaurants

100% of the proceeds will help local restaurants that have been affected by COVID-19

Allentown, Pennsylvania (2 March 2021) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are asking fans all throughout the Lehigh Valley to “Step Up To The Plate” in raising money for local restaurants that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The message “Step Up To The Plate” draped across the middle of the t-shirt with FeRROUS swinging with a fork is now available for purchase to all fans.

“It’s been a difficult year for local restaurants and we simply want to help by ‘Stepping up to the Plate’,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “Restaurants in the Lehigh Valley and around the country have been heavily affected by Covid-19. 100% of the proceeds of from the sales of this t-shirt will help local restaurants.”

The t-shirts are $22 and are available for purchase at shopironpigs.com.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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IronPigs Charities Presents $37,400 in Community Grants

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IronPigs Charities Presents $37,400 in Community Grants

Grants were provided in support of educational and recreational programs

Allentown, Pennsylvania (9 February 2021) – IronPigs Charities presented by Air Products, the philanthropic branch of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, announced the 14 recipients of the 2021 Community Grants. Grants, which totaled $37,400, were provided to the following organizations in support of educational and recreational programs for youth in the Greater Lehigh Valley, especially those in underserved populations or those who are differently abled. IronPigs Charities has donated $1,118,729 since 2007.

“2020 was a hard year for the nonprofit community,” said IronPigs Charities Director Emily Bettys. “Despite not having a baseball season where our typical in-game fundraising efforts take place, the IronPigs had to create unique fundraising opportunities to directly benefit the community grant program for IronPigs Charities. We were able to continue our mission without interruption by funding 14 worthy projects across the Lehigh Valley, thanks to the loyal support of the IronPigs fanbase. We feel honored to have the ability to back these programs as they adapt with the times and strive to go above and beyond in making a difference for a community that had their resources cut tremendously due to the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Here is a full list of the 14 recipients of the 2021 Community Grants:

Boys and Girls Club of Allentown: Istation and virtual yoga at Sixth Street Clubhouse

Boys and Girls Club of Easton: Triple Play Sports, Fitness, & Recreation Program

Camelot for Children: Engagement for Children with Disabilities

Center for Vision Loss: Camp I CAN! Summer Program

Children’s Home of Easton: Health & Wellness Program

Community Bike Works: Online Earn a Bike

EHS Angel Network: EHS Angel Network Resource Closet – Athletic Apparel

Foundation for Easton School – Paxinosa Elementary School: Paxinosa National Pastime Grant

Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley: Off-Season Activities

Special Olympics PA’s Greater Lehigh Valley Pocono Region: Get Team Bethlehem to the Special Olympics North America 2021 Softball Tournament

The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties: Infusion of Inclusion 2.0 Program

The Fund to Benefit Children and Youth: The Fund to Benefit Children and Youth

The Salvation Army Foster Care and Adoption: Team is Family Sports Scholarship Program

Young Life Lehigh Valley: Young Life Summer Camping Financial Assistance

The IronPigs hosted a number of special events in 2020 that directly benefited IronPigs Charities. The first of its kind – a Character Cruise-thru was held as fans were guided through Coca-Cola Park’s lots in parade-style passing by more than 60 costumed cars. Due to much success, a second cruise event was added so more fans could participate. Between the two cruises, 2,000 cars participated in total and nearly $14,000 was raised with 100% of the proceeds going to benefit IronPigs Charities.

Ballpark Bingo was held on Wednesday evenings from July through November. The event gave guests an opportunity to play 12 rounds of bingo, eat ballpark food, and soak up the ambiance of Coca-Cola Park. Bingo nights raised over $26,000 for IronPigs Charities.

Suites N Treats, which provides an all-inclusive trick or treat experience for youth who otherwise may not have had the opportunity to do so. Safety was the top priority as nearly 400 children were invited to walk the concourse along the ballpark for a socially distanced and safe trick or treat experience.

The IronPigs were not able to host games or any traditional events in 2020, but the front-office staff worked diligently to support their community partners by focusing all their efforts on funding IronPigs Charities.

IronPigs Charities is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the cornerstone of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs’ commitment to the Lehigh Valley community and is presented by the Air Products Foundation.

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Donate a Turkey

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Turkey Drive sponsored by Provident Bank to be held at Coca-Cola Park

Turkeys will be brought to New Bethany Ministries in Bethlehem, PA and donated to families in need

Allentown, Pennsylvania (3 November 2020) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Provident Bank and New Bethany Ministries are partnering to hold a Turkey Drive on Thursday, November 19 from 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Coca-Cola Park. Guests will be able to drive up and donate a Thanksgiving turkey! The turkeys will be collected then transported over to New Bethany Ministries in Bethlehem, PA courtesy of Provident Bank. New Bethany Ministries has set its goal to a quantity of 750 turkeys to collect and distribute to those in need (frozen, 10-12 lb. turkeys preferred).

“COVID-19 continues to have an impact and with the holidays approaching, this is a wonderful opportunity for people to provide a Thanksgiving Turkey to people throughout the Lehigh Valley,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “We are excited to partner with Provident Bank for this great event and hope many people donate a turkey this Thanksgiving season. Normally I am 100% focused on pork, but for this one day it’s all about turkeys!”

This is Provident Bank’s fourth consecutive year hosting a frozen turkey collection. The idea was originated by Senior Vice President/Lending Relationship Manager Bob Price who sits on the board of New Bethany Ministries. This is also the fourth consecutive year that the refrigerated truck that transports the turkeys to New Bethany Ministries, is donated by Tom Mesko, a longtime friend and customer of Provident Bank.

“We’re proud to partner with New Bethany Ministries and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs on this important initiative to support families of the Lehigh Valley. Involvement with the communities we serve and helping those in need is fundamental at Provident Bank,” said Chris Martin, Chairman and CEO.

Provident Bank employees will be available for curbside collection of donations outside of the Provident Bank Ticket Office at Coca-Cola Park. All participating employees will be wearing masks as well as abiding by social distancing guidelines and a daily health check. The first 500 turkey donors on Thursday, November 19 will receive a commemorative oven mitt. A 10% coupon to the Clubhouse Store for Thursday, November 19 only, will be provided to anyone who donates a turkey.

“We are truly grateful for the outpouring of support from our community of volunteers and donors, especially now, our clients who experience poverty, hunger and homelessness need our support more than ever,” said Marc Rittle, Executive Director of New Bethany Ministries.

New Bethany Ministries, located in Bethlehem, PA offers hope and support to people who experience poverty, hunger, and homelessness.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

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LVHN Flu Drive

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Lehigh Valley Health Network to host Flu Drive at Coca-Cola Park

The flu drive will be held on Sunday, November 8 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Allentown, Pennsylvania (30 October 2020) – Lehigh Valley Health Network will be hosting a flu drive at Coca-Cola Park on Sunday, November 8 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This will be the 23rd straight year Lehigh Valley Health Network will administer free seasonal flu vaccinations for adults and children. For the past 22 years, 180,000 free flu shots have been administered by LVHN’s community influenza vaccination campaign.

In order for guests to receive their free flu vaccine, they must complete and print a consent form for each person being vaccinated and review the vaccine information sheet. This information can be found by going to lvhn.org/flu shot or requested by calling 888-402-LVHN (5846). In addition, Lehigh Valley Health Network is asking those who are requesting to receive a flu shot to wear loose-fitting clothing for the shot to be administered in the arm, and the leg of children under two years old.

In conjunction with the flu drive, Lehigh Valley Health Network is partnering with food banks and shelters throughout the Lehigh Valley to accept donations of unexpired, non-perishable food items during each of the drive-thru sessions. Over the last 22 years, more than 140,000 pounds of food have been collected for food banks throughout the Lehigh Valley. Food donations are optional and not required to receive a shot. Lehigh Valley Health Network is urging those to check the expiration date and only bring items that have not expired and are non-perishable. In addition, other items such as diapers, personal hygiene products, coffee pods and wipes will be accepted.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

Pet Food Drive at Coca-Cola Park

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Pet Food Drive to be held at Coca-Cola Park on Saturday, November 7

Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center are looking for pet food donations starting today

Allentown, Pennsylvania (26 October 2020) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs and Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center are partnering to hold a Pet Food Drive on Saturday, November 7 from 9-11 a.m. at Coca-Cola Park. The IronPigs and Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center are looking for generosity in donation from the community to help families in need to help feed their pets.

“We are excited to once again to partner with Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center to host a pet food drive here at Coca-Cola Park,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “Pet owners and their pets have been impacted by COVID-19 and this pet food drive will provide an opportunity to help families in need to help feed their pets.”

Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center has created a wish list for families the pet food will be donated to and are asking those who will be donating to visit the wish list. The link can be found by clicking here. Guests can begin to visit the wish list starting today. Guests will be able to select either dog or cat food plus canned or bagged dry food if they choose to donate via the wish list. Any non-wish list donations will also be accepted. In-person donations are welcome and are to be made at Coca-Cola Park. Guests must call the IronPigs Front Office at 610-841-7447 upon arrival to the ballpark. Donations can be made starting immediately and continue all the way up to the morning of the event. Guests can make their donations Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Pet food redemptions will begin on Wednesday, November 4. A link will be provided via the IronPigs social media pages as well as an email shortly prior to November 4. For guests who redeem via the link provided by the IronPigs, will receive a confirmation on the time frame they are to arrive at Coca-Cola Park and have the food put into their car.

Upon arrival on Saturday, November 7, guests will be directed by IronPigs staff members to the pick-up area outside the West Ballpark entrance. Guests will need to show their confirmation for pick-up and must remain in their vehicle. They are to pop open their trunk for an IronPigs or Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center staff member to place their food. Staff members will be wearing protective masks and following all social distancing guidelines.

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The IronPigs are presented by Capital BlueCross.

IronPigs look to ‘sell out’ Coca-Cola Park

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The IronPigs are looking to sell out Coca-Cola Park this October as they will be teaming up with Olympus Corporation of the Americas and Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute to host a “Virtual Strike Out Cancer” throughout the month of October. The event will run through Saturday, October 31.

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“We are honored to be teaming up with Olympus and Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute to host the virtual Strike Out Cancer throughout all of October,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “This will be a great way to recognize those battling cancer and their families, along with cancer support organizations throughout the Lehigh Valley.”

The “Virtual Strike Out Cancer” will raise awareness and support for cancer patients, their families, and cancer support organizations in the Lehigh Valley. Fans are encouraged to submit photos of their loved ones (past and present) – those they will Stand Up to Cancer for. The IronPigs will share these photos on their social media platforms, with a special Strike Out Cancer frame around their loved one’s photo.

“The Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute is proud to partner with Olympus Corporation and the IronPigs to support the virtual strike out cancer event,” said Suresh Nair, MD, Physician in Chief, Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute. “Supporting local cancer fundraising groups is important for the community and to those with cancer and their families. We look forward to our continued partnership.”

“As a leader in the design and development of medical devices that are used in the prevention, detection, treatment of cancer, raising awareness is at the core of what we do,” said Julien Sauvagnargues, President, Olympus Corporation of the Americas. “We are so proud to team up with IronPigs this year for Virtual Strike Out Cancer.”

In addition, fans will have the opportunity to help the IronPigs sell out Coca-Cola Park. Fans can click here to purchase a virtual, Coca-Cola Park seat for $11. The net proceeds from these purchases will be donated to local cancer support groups. Those groups are:

• American Cancer Society
• Angel 34 Foundation
• Boutique at the Rink
• Cancer Support Community
• Dream Come True
• Julia’s Grace Foundation
• Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute Prager Fund
• Life Always Facing Forward
• Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley
• Women’s 5K Classic

Fans who purchase a seat(s) will be entered to win an IronPigs Pig Pack that will include promotional items plus items donated by Olympus Corporation of the Americas and Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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Fan cutouts to raise funds for IronPigs Charities at Phillies Taxi Squad games

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Baseball is back and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs are inviting fans to show off their game faces! Fans can submit their photo and have a cutout placed in the stands at Coca-Cola Park for the Philadelphia Phillies Taxi Squad intra-squad games. The IronPigs are encouraging fans to showcase their favorite IronPigs or Phillies gear! Net proceeds will be donated to IronPigs Charities presented by Air Products. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOURS!

“We’ve had the fortunate opportunity to have the taxi squad games televised by Service Electric and to now add fan cutouts will be another gateway for fans throughout the Lehigh Valley to feel they are in the stands watching the games,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “We look forward to seeing “fans in the stands” while continuing to raise funds for our non-profit IronPigs Charities.”

The cutouts are available for purchase starting today at $30. Fans can purchase the cutouts by clicking here. Instructions will be emailed following each purchase regarding how to upload your photo and any photo specifications. Cutouts will be available for pick-up once the baseball season has been completed.

The IronPigs reserve the right to refuse any photos. Images that portray obscene, lewd, explicit, discriminatory, derogatory, violent, offensive, infringing or otherwise inappropriate content are strictly prohibited and will be discarded.

IronPigs Charities is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the cornerstone of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs’ commitment to the Lehigh Valley community and is presented by the Air Products Foundation.

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The IronPigs season are presented by Capital BlueCross.

Free Sport Physicals to take place at Coca-Cola Park

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St. Luke’s Sports Medicine and District XI will be hosting Free Sport Physicals at Coca-Cola Park on Wednesday, June 24, Thursday, June 25 and Saturday, July 11.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A FREE SPORTS PHYSICAL

The physicals will take place from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25. The hours for Saturday, July 11 will be from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Student athletes must have their completed PIAA form with them in order to receive the physical. A parent may stay with their student but must adhere to all guidelines and wear a mask while in attendance.

Those interested in receiving a free physical can register here. Student athletes should enter through the East Gate at Coca-Cola Park. The physicals will be performed under the roof of the concourse. The event will take place rain or shine.

For additional questions, student athletes can call St. Luke’s at 484-526-7609.

The 2020 IronPigs season is the team’s 13th at Coca-Cola Park. Follow the IronPigs on Twitter and like them on Facebook.

The 2020 IronPigs season is presented by Capital BlueCross.

IronPigs to host Pet Food Drive on June 6

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The Lehigh Valley IronPigs and Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center are partnering to hold a Pet Food Drive on Saturday, June 6 from 9-11 a.m. at Coca-Cola Park. Guests will need to RSVP to receive pet food. Courtesy of Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center, 200 bags of pet food will be provided at no charge for families and pet owners facing hardships. There is a limited supply – a first-come, first-served basis will be based on the RSVP responses.

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“COVID-19 has impacted everyone, including pet owners and their pets,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “Pets are a part of many families and this event provides an opportunity for families in need to help feed their pets while reducing their own financial stress.”

Guests need to RSVP and specify which type of food they need clicking here. Guests will be able to select either dog or cat food plus canned or bagged dry food. Based on the type of food needed, guests will be given a specific time frame to arrive at Coca-Cola Park within the 9-11 a.m. pick-up window.

Upon arrival, guests will be directed by IronPigs staff members to the pick-up area outside the West Ballpark entrance. Guests will need to show their confirmation for pick-up and must remain in their vehicle. They are to pop open their trunk for an IronPigs or Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center staff member to place their food. Staff members will be wearing protective masks and following all social distancing guidelines.

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IronPigs to celebrate Nurses Week

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The Lehigh Valley IronPigs will celebrate Nurses Week presented by The GIANT Company, Friendly’s of the Lehigh Valley and NJM Insurance, which begins on Wednesday, May 6 and runs through Tuesday, May 12. The celebration will recognize nurses from Lehigh Valley Health Network, St. Luke’s University Health Network and Good Shepherd Rehabilitation, who have been in the front lines battling COVID-19.

“With this week being Nurses Week, we want to celebrate it by honoring nurses in a very fun and special way,” said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “We hope this week will bring recognition to a special group of people who’ve endured so much throughout this pandemic.”

The IronPigs will be bringing the Pork Race to each facility throughout the week. Medical personnel will be able to see and cheer on their favorite pork racers as they battle it out and see a piece of IronPigs fun outside the confines of Coca-Cola Park.

Lehigh Valley Health Network, St. Luke’s University Health Network and Good Shepherd Rehabilitation will each receive a balloon structure courtesy of BalloonWorks that says, “Thank You” and will be displayed for many to see. The balloon structure is a token of gratitude for each facility. To cap off the celebration for Nurses Week, the video board at Coca-Cola Park will be lit up at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 8 and streamed live on the IronPigs social media pages. The video board will consist of messages of gratitude to individual nurses. Those who would like to submit names of nurses they know, will be able to do so by commenting on the social media pages.

Throughout the week on social media, nurses will be highlighted on baseball cards. The baseball card will feature information about the nurse as it would about a baseball player. IronPigs staff members and players will be sending their gratitude throughout the week via video messages. Local businesses will be offering discounts for nurses and will be featured as well.

The 2020 IronPigs season is the team’s 13th at Coca-Cola Park. Follow the IronPigs on Twitter at @IronPigs and like them on Facebook via Facebook.com/LHVIronPigs.

The 2020 IronPigs season is presented by Capital BlueCross.

Pigs raise more than $20K to battle COVID-19 

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The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are proud to announce that $21,704 has been raised from their “In This Together” t-shirt and #HopeningDay celebration to help the local battle against COVID-19. Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke’s University Health Network will receive 100% of the proceeds.

“We are grateful to the entire Lehigh Valley for their outstanding support and coming together to help raise funds to fight this dreadful disease”, said IronPigs President and General Manager Kurt Landes. “Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke’s University Health Network have both been tremendous partners and do incredible work within our community. We’re both proud and thankful to help fund their efforts and support their employees on the front lines of this battle.”

The ”In This Together” t-shirt campaign was the initial response to the battle against COVID-19 and to bring awareness throughout the community. Over the two-week campaign, the IronPigs sold over 1500 t-shirts and raised $19,254.04. T-shirts were purchased throughout the Lehigh Valley and the state of Pennsylvania but were also sold in 18 other states such as: New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, California, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, Maine, Arizona, Colorado, West Virginia, Rhode Island and Virginia.

#Hopening Day was a weeklong celebration of support of the community and the IronPigs, culminating a televised two-day, two-game series on WFMZ-TV Channel 69 and Service Electric TV2 Sports. The goal was to bring additional awareness and support to fight against COVID-19. A GoFundMe fundraiser courtesy of IronPigs Charities raised $820 throughout the two-day, two-game series.

Valley Prep Meal Prep’s “Eat like a PIG” promotion – a $15 home-delivered ballpark meal package that featured a hot dog, popcorn, Coca-Cola beverage and Philly Pretzel rivets – raised $1,630. The ballpark meal package was sold throughout the Lehigh Valley and areas around the region.

Here is a list of the money raised for the Covid-19 efforts:

• “In this Together” t-shirt: $19,254.04

• Valley Prep Meal Prep “Eat like a PIG” promotion: $1,630

• IronPigs Charities GoFundMe courtesy of #HopeningDay broadcasts: $820

The 2020 IronPigs season is the team’s 13th at Coca-Cola Park. Follow the IronPigs on Twitter at @IronPigs and like them on Facebook via Facebook.com/LHVIronPigs.

The 2020 IronPigs season is presented by Capital BlueCross.