Tigers To Host DUB4U Drive

Connecticut-Tigers-2014The CT Tigers and Discreet Undergarment Banking For You will host a adult disposable brief collection drive on July 22nd as the CT Tigers host Tri-City starting at 7:05pm at Dodd Stadium. Collection of disposable undergarments, briefs, and pads and financial donations will be accepted and educational material will be available for the treatment and symptoms of adult incontinence.

DUB4U25 million older Americans are experiencing some form of urinary incontinence. Adult absorbent products cost upwards of $100.00 a month, and Social Security benefits averaging $710.00, purchasing these products are not possible for millions of adults. Currently there aren’t any programs that offer assistance to seniors in need of adult briefs or other incontinence products, making independent living unattainable “These are not luxury items but a necessity” items. Without these basic human needs met many healthy older Americans are trapped in their homes, fearful of joining social functions such as family birthday parties, visits with neighbors, or trips to the library.

Urinary incontinence is experienced by both men and women whether from an injury, illness, disability, or age. At this time, insurance does not cover the cost of disposable undergarments.

For more information please visit www.dub4u.org or call 860-383-2290

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Connecticut Tigers. Click here to view the original story.

Donate new or used children’s books: Sunday, 7/20

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Toledo-Mud-HensWant to help inspire a child to read? On Sunday, July 20, the Mud Hens and the Toledo Lucas County Public Library will host a book drive at Fifth Third Field. Fans coming to the game that day are encouraged to bring new or lightly used children’s books, with donations to benefit the Books 4 Buddies program.

Books-4-BuddiesFounded in 2012 by Toledo native L. Toure McCord, the mission of the Books 4 Buddies program is to enhance literacy for boys and young men and building leaders one book at a time. Donated books will be given to disadvantaged youth, but particularly to encourage and inspire young boys to read.

Toledo-Lucas-County-Public-LibraryBefore and during the game the Toledo Lucas County Public Library will be promoting and encouraging participation in their summer reading program and other children’s reading initiatives.

The Mud Hens take on Louisville at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 20. Gates opening at 4:30 p.m. Call 419-725-4367 for tickets or order online.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Tigers Unveil CT Military All-Stars Promotion

Honorees to be recognized on Military Appreciation Night

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Connecticut-Tigers-2014The Connecticut Tigers, in partnership with the Better Business Bureau, announce the 2014 Connecticut Military All-Stars promotion in conjunction with the annual Military Appreciation Night.

For the second consecutive year, the Better Business Bureau Military Line will be the presenting sponsor of Military Appreciation Night on Friday, August 8th. The Tigers and Better Business Bureau have teamed up with The Day to help recognize nine individuals for their service on that night.

Better-Business-BureauFans are encouraged to visit theday.com/ctmilitaryallstars between June 1 and June 13 to nominate their military all-star to be recognized. A panel of community judges will select the nine nominees they feel best fit the spirit of the promotion to be honored on the field prior to the game on August 8th. In addition, those selected will be part of a commemorative Connecticut Military All-Stars baseball card set given away to the first 1,000 fans through the gates that night courtesy of the Better Business Bureau Military Line.

All current and former military will receive a reserved ticket and a food voucher redeemable for a hot dog, bag of chips, and non-alcoholic bottle beverage for just $7 when showing their military ID at the Dodd Stadium box office on August 8th. In addition, the Tigers will be wearing special “stars and stripes” uniform tops that will be auctioned off during the game on the concourse. Fans will have the opportunity to bid on the jerseys in a silent auction. The proceeds from that auction will go towards a scholarship for a deserving military family to help offset the cost of college tuition through the Better Business Bureau Military Line.

There is also a $2 discount off Premium, Reserved, and Grandstand tickets with a military ID at the Dodd Stadium box office for all Connecticut Tigers games.

The Connecticut Tigers are the New York-Penn League affiliate of the Detroit Tigers and play a 76 game schedule that runs from mid June through early September. The 2014 home schedule begins Wednesday, June 18th against the Lowell Spinners (Red Sox affiliate) with fireworks after the game presented by US Foods! 2014 season tickets, mini plans, individual game tickets, and team merchandise are now on sale! The front office and ticket office is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and can be accessed in person, at cttigers.com, or by calling 860-887-7962.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Connecticut Tigers. Click here to view the original story.

Donate non-perishables on Kroger Food Drive Fridays

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Toledo-Mud-HensDid you know roughly one fourth of our local population relies on some form of food assistance? To help address the needs of our community, the Toledo Mud Hens and Kroger have teamed up on the Kroger Food Drive Friday program. Donate generously!

Fans are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to the ballpark that night. Collection bins will be located at all Fifth Third Field entrances, and anyone bringing a minimum of three items will receive a reusable shopping bag, courtesy of Kroger. Food Drive Friday events will be held on June 13, July 11 and August 15.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Salute our troops on Veterans Appreciation Night

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Toledo-Mud-HensFreedom isn’t free, and the Toledo Mud Hens are teaming up with Owens Community College to remember the sacrifices made by current and former military and public safety personnel during Veterans Appreciation Night at Fifth Third Field, on Saturday, June 14. That evening a special pregame ceremony will be held to honor our veterans, as well as many tributes to our troops throughout the game.

The Mud Hens will take on the Buffalo Bisons on June 14 at 7 p.m., with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. For tickets, call 419-725-4367 or order online.

All the info on the Veterans Appreciation Night festivities can be found at www.mudhens.com/veterans.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Donate generously to the Fifth Third Bank Food Drive

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Toledo-Mud-HensDid you know an estimated 50 million Americans go hungry every day, including one child out of every five in this country? To help raise awareness and inspire action, Fifth Third Bank and the Mud Hens are teaming up to collect food during the May 26-June 2 homestand in support of the Food for Thought program in Northwest Ohio.

Fans attending the Mud Hens home games between Monday, May 26 and Monday, June 2 are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to the ballpark. Boxes will be readily available at all entrances.

Food-for-Thought-ToledoFifth Third chose the food drive as this year’s bank-wide service project in honor of Fifth Third Day which occurs annually on May 3. Fifth Third Bank will celebrate Fifth Third Day at the Ballpark on Saturday, May 31 during the Food Drive. During the past two years, Fifth Third employees provided more than 890,000 meals to those in need. For 2014, each of the Bank’s affiliates has created its own plan to fight hunger, with the goal of providing at least 530,000 meals.

Food for Thought is a social justice non-profit dedicated to feeding the hungry and offering dignity, welcome and relationship to anyone in need. The group operates a stationary food pantry in Oregon and a mobile pantry which visits 17 fixed locations around the Toledo area every month.

Call 419-725-4367 for tickets to the May 26 through June 2 games or order online.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

SeaWolves to Host Job Expo February 8

The Erie SeaWolves, Double-A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers and Erie’s Choice for Favorite Local Sports Team, will host their sixth annual Job Expo on Saturday, February 8 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Erie Insurance Arena. The team is seeking outgoing, enthusiastic individuals (ages 16 & up) to fill a variety of game day positions for the 2014 season.

The Job Expo will take place in the suites at the Erie Insurance Arena. Interested individuals should go to the east side of the arena (Holland Street) and follow the directional signage to the interview area. Prospective game day employees will fill out applications and interview for positions on the spot.

Available positions include:

  • Concessions / Food Service
  • Ballpark Cleaning / Maintenance
  • Fun Zone Attendants
  • Bat Boys
  • Wolf Pack Entertainment Crew
  • Ushers
  • Team Store

SeaWolves game day staff positions offer a fun, outdoor environment, flexible hours and complimentary SeaWolves tickets based on service time.

The 20th season of SeaWolves Baseball begins on April 3, 2014. The SeaWolves’ home opener is Thursday, April 10, against the Trenton Thunder (New York Yankees). For ticket packages and information, please contact the SeaWolves at (814) 456-1300.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Erie SeaWolves. Click here to view the original story.

Sign your little slugger up for 2014 Youth Camps!

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The Mud Hens Youth Baseball Camps are back for the 2014 season! There will be two separate three-day camps, a one-day camp for kids, an adult/child one-day camp, and a special needs baseball clinic. Details on each camp can be found at www.mudhens.com/camps. These camps will sell out, so make your reservation early to guarantee a spot!

Call 419-725-4367 with any questions or to make your registration by phone.

Click the links below to order online:

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

SeaWolves Announce Week of Giving

The SeaWolves are pleased to announce the team’s first annual “Week of Giving” to support area non-profit organizations during the holiday season.

Each weekday from December 9-13, a local non-profit organization will receive 20 percent of merchandise purchases made at the SeaWolves Team Store at Jerry Uht Park and online at SeaWolves.com.

SCHEDULE:

Monday, December 9 – Second Harvest Food Bank – Promo Code: Harvest

Tuesday, December 10 – Twilight Wish Foundation – Promo Code: Twilight

Wednesday, December 11 – Barber National Institute – Promo Code: Barber

Thursday, December 12 – The Epilepsy Project – Promo Code: Epilepsy

Friday, December 13 – Autism Society of Northwest Pennsylvania – Promo Code: Autism

The SeaWolves will encourage the community to support these causes by rewarding the top daily merchandise spender with a special prize. The individual with the top merchandise dollar total each day during the “Week of Giving” will receive a SeaWolves VIP Experience, which includes four infield box seat tickets, a ceremonial first pitch and the opportunity to meet a SeaWolves player before a 2014 game at Jerry Uht Park.

“The SeaWolves’ Week of Giving is an opportunity to support five outstanding community organizations and spread some holiday cheer,” SeaWolves president Greg Coleman said. “We’d like to thank all of our community partners and SeaWolves fans for their support throughout the year.”

 

Second Harvest Food Bank:

The mission of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania is to distribute food to hungry people and eliminate the waste of food.

In 1982, the first year of operation, Second Harvest distributed 444,916 pounds of food to 40 agencies. During fiscal year 2012-13, Second Harvest distributed 11.4 million pounds of food to 285 member agencies and 135 distribution sites for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program for low-income seniors.

Twilight Wish:

The mission is to honor and enrich the lives of deserving seniors through wish granting celebrations that connect generations.

Twilight Wish honors and acknowledges seniors for all they have given to others by bringing comfort and joy into their lives through individual wish granting celebrations. Twilight Wish grants wishes to deserving elderly, age 68 and older, who earn less than 200% of poverty level annually, or who live in a nursing facility. By treating the elderly with compassion, we restore their dignity and bring them hope.

Barber National Institute:

We are “Making dreams come true.” We provide children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families the education, support and resources needed to be self reliant, independent and valued members of their community. In addition, we provide the professionals who serve them with world-class education and training.

The Epilepsy Project:

Our mission is to bring Epilepsy Awareness to the world through our events, fundraising, and confidence!

Based in Erie, Pennsylvania, The Epilepsy Project focuses its efforts in mid-size communities where people may not have easy access to information, medical facilities, or events. It’s essential to feel supported when living with a disease that is, at times, unpredictable, so our goal is to make it FUN while spreading the important message of seizure safety, frequency, and fundraising for a cure!

Autism Society of Northwest Pennsylvania:

The Autism Society – Northwestern Pennsylvania (ASA-NWPA) is a local chapter affiliated with the Autism Society of America (ASA), the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, which exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. ASA does this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. As a local chapter we make this information available to our membership and the community at large through support groups, our website, education, workshops, and seminars.
This article originally appeared on the official website of the Erie SeaWolves. Click here to view the original story.

Donate non-perishables at Kroger Food Drive Friday!

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The Mud Hens and Kroger have teamed up to present Kroger Food Drive Fridays at Fifth Third Field! The final Kroger Food Drive Friday is coming up on Friday, August 16. Each person that donates a minimum of three items to the food drive will receive a reusable shopping bag, courtesy of Kroger!

There will be collection bins at all Fifth Third Field entrances.

Need tickets to this Friday’s game? Call 419-725-4367 or order online.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Wear purple in support of Alzheimer’s awareness!

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Representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association will be at the Sunday, August 18 Mud Hens game to raise awareness for the disease and promote the October 20 ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ at the Lucas County Rec Center. We encourage all fans to WEAR PURPLE to the August 18 game in support of those afflicted with Alzheimer’s.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Shake your macaroni and help fight hunger: Fri. 7/26!

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The first 2,500 fans at the Friday, July 26 game will receive a box of macaroni and are encouraged to use it as a noisemaker to cheer on the team. After the game fans can take the macaroni home for a tasty meal or donate it back to the Kroger Food Drive Friday event! Kroger will be matching the amount of boxes given away on Macaroni Day with an additional donation of 2,500 boxes! All Kroger Food Drive Friday events benefit the Northwest Ohio Food Bank.

Kroger Food Drive Fridays

The Mud Hens and Kroger have teamed up to present Kroger Food Drive Fridays at Fifth Third Field! Bring non-perishable food donations on Friday, July 26, and Friday, August 16. Each person that donates a minimum of three items to the food drive will receive a reusable shopping bag, courtesy of Kroger!

There will be collection bins at all Fifth Third Field entrances.

Need tickets to the Food Drive Friday games? Call 419-725-4367 or order online.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Salute our troops at Veterans Appreciation Night!

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Show support for current and former military and service personnel on Saturday, June 22 at Veterans Appreciation Night, presented by Owens Community College. Get to the ballpark early for a special pregame ceremony and enjoy “veterans-themed” music and in-game activities. Details on Veterans Night and info on discounted tickets at www.mudhens.com/veterans.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Help ‘bag up hunger’! Donate at Fifth Third Field!

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The Mud Hens and Kroger have teamed up to present Kroger Food Drive Fridays at Fifth Third Field! Bring non-perishable food donations on Friday, July 26, and Friday, August 16. Each person that donates a minimum of three items to the food drive will receive a reusable shopping bag, courtesy of Kroger!

There will be collection bins at all Fifth Third Field entrances.

Need tickets to the Food Drive Friday games? Call 419-725-4367 or order online.

Kroger presents Macaroni Day: Friday, July 26

The first 2,500 fans at the Friday, July 26 game will receive a box of macaroni and are encouraged to use it as a noisemaker to cheer on the team. After the game fans can take the macaroni home for a tasty meal or donate it back to the Kroger Food Drive Friday event! Kroger will be matching the amount of boxes given away on Macaroni Day with an additional donation of 2,500 boxes! All Kroger Food Drive Friday events benefit the Northwest Ohio Food Bank.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.

Be prepared for the Mud Hens Scout Experience!

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The Mud Hens Scout Experience, presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods, is a custom learning program created especially for Scouts, wrapped around a great Mud Hens game. The first Scout Experience dates of 2013 are Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. Visit www.mudhens.com/scouts for details and registration.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Toledo Mud Hens. Click here to view the original story.