Hops Announce Play Ball Weekend Presented by MLB

Hillsboro, OR. (May 27, 2022) – The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) have partnered with Nike and Friends of Baseball to offer five (5) FREE youth clinics all around the Portland metro area on Saturday, June 11th in 2022. On Sunday June 12th, the Hops will have a pre-game catch on Ron Tonkin Field for families from 12:00-12:30, included with admission to that game.

“Play Ball Weekend” is presented by Major League Baseball and greatly encourages MLB and MiLB teams to support the youth in their area by simply, “Playing Ball!”.

The clinics are free and open for youth between 6-14. All participants must pre-register online at https://www.milb.com/hillsboro/fans/playball

The five (5) locations for the FREE clinics are:

o Glencoe High School (Hillsboro)

o Mountain View Champions Park (Beaverton)

o Fowler Middle School (Tigard)

o Parkrose High School (Portland)

o Columbia Park (Portland)

The clinics are scheduled to run from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with 6 elementary level stations that groups will rotate through. Hops players and coaches are scheduled to be at each site as well as staff from the Hops front office staff, Nike staff and Friends of Baseball staff.

All participants will receive:

o Nike T-shirt

o Friends of Baseball activity kit

o One (1) free Hops ticket

o Free MLB.TV/MiLB.TV subscription for the remainder of the 2022 season

o Exclusive access to virtual/in-person baseball/softball programming per MLB

o Discounts on select MLB licensed merchandise and equipment

About Hillsboro Hops:
The 2014, 2015 & 2019 Champion Hillsboro Hops are the Single-A Advanced baseball affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball. The team’s season runs from April to early September. The franchise relocated to Hillsboro in 2012 and began play in 2013 in a new state-of-the-art 4,500 capacity ballpark, Ron Tonkin Field. Follow the Hops on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HillsboroHops and on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok @HillsboroHops.

*About Friends of Baseball:
*Together, with our community partners, Friends of Baseball has provided $5.1 million in programming, scholarships, grants, and equipment since 2005, and served over 40,000 children. The Full Count after school and summer program has served over 1,200 youth through a baseball-inspired curriculum that includes physical recreation, academic, and socio emotional enrichment activities. We invest donations and funding from community foundations in programming, volunteer coach training, field renovation, and gear and equipment donations and distribution to ensure no child is denied the chance to play due to financial ineligibility, social exclusion, or lack of programming. We believe every child should have the opportunity and tools to swing for the fences on and off the field. Follow Friends of Baseball on Facebook att https://www.facebook.com/fobaseball, on Twitter @FOBaseball and Instagram @friendsofbaseball – https://www.friendsofbaseball.org/

Hillsboro Hops Announce Dream Big Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors

 

HILLSBORO, OR (February 7, 2022) – The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) announced details of their Dream Big Scholarships for graduating high school seniors.

What: Dream Big Scholarship – $1000.00 grants for five graduating high school seniors

Who: First-generation college students who are planning on attending an Oregon university. Current high school seniors in the Greater Portland Metro & SW Washington area are eligible.

Apply:: Applications open on Monday, February 7th and will be accepted until Sunday, March 6th. Apply online at https://milb.com/hillsboro/community/scholarship

To be considered, applicants will be asked to submit three short essay responses in addition to their application. Essays will be reviewed anonymously by a committee consisting of community members, Hops staff and Hops Fund donors. Additional criteria can be found on the application page.

“We are excited to offer our Dream Big Scholarship again this year, which will prove to be one of our signature gives from the Hillsboro Hops Fund,” said Jen Anderson, Hillsboro Hops VP of People & Culture. “Last year’s initial launch was a huge success and we only hope to build upon that year after year. There are so many talented students who must weigh their next steps due to financial burdens. This scholarship was made to bridge the gap and help make dreams a reality.”

Hillsboro Hops To Host Job Fair at Ron Tonkin Field on February 12 

 

HILLSBORO, OR (February 4, 2022) –The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops), will be hosting a Casting Call for prospective employees of the team’s “HOPSpitality Team” on Saturday, February 12 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm at Ron Tonkin Field. All applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

The Hops will be processing employment applications and accepting resumes for part-time game day positions. Applicants who attend will be given on the spot interviews with members of the Hops front office staff. Overall, about 150 positions will be available for the season, including roles in Food & Beverage, Guest Services, Ticket Operations, Merchandise, Ballpark Operations, Production and more. Job applications are available at www.hillsborohops.com

“Our mission to provide a first-class, memorable experience, is brought to life by the extraordinary talent we find every year to make up our HOPSpitality Team,” said Jen Anderson, Hillsboro Hops VP, People & Culture. “This event is a chance for outgoing, friendly people to interview and become part of the fun and welcoming environment of a Hillsboro Hops game.”

Once applicants arrive at Ron Tonkin Field, they should park at Gate B and follow signage to the interview sites.

If applicants are unable to attend the Job Fair, applications are being accepted at the Hillsboro Hops Front Office, online at hillsborohops.com and can be emailed to [email protected], Additional open interviews will be scheduled at a later date.

For more information on current opportunities, contact Jen Anderson, [email protected]

Hillsboro Hops Announce 2022 Virtual Hops Fund Banquet

 

HILLSBORO, OR (January 20, 2022) – The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) are pleased to announce their annual Hillsboro Hops Fund Banquet will be going virtual in 2022. A live stream of the event will take place from 6:30-8 PM on Wednesday, February 2nd. There is no cost to view.

The goal of the Hillsboro Hops Fund is to develop and establish a community benefits program, the purpose of which is to promote, foster and support education, health, culture and youth activities, including activities for underprivileged youth, in the Greater Hillsboro area.

The Hillsboro Hops Fund Banquet is a signature fundraising event for the Hillsboro Hops Fund. This year’s edition will feature an online silent auction, highlights from the Hops community efforts over the past year and feature conversations with current and former Hops players and staff.

This year’s special guests include 2021 Hops Manager, Vince Harrison, drafted in 2001 by the Rays, Harrison played in the Minor League System until signing on as a coach in 2013 with the Diamondbacks. Joining him is Ronnie Gajownik, Gajownik played college softball at the University of South Florida before making the United States Women’s National Baseball team, where she won Gold at the 2015 Pan-Am Games. She served as the Hops Video Coordinator in 2021 and has accepted a coaching position within the Diamondbacks organization for 2022.

Rounding out the panel, is Tristin English, who played collegiately at Georgia Tech before being drafted by the Diamondbacks in the third round in 2019. English was a position player for the Hops in 2019 and 2021.

What: Virtual 8th Annual Hops Fund Banquet

When: Wednesday, February 2nd 6:30-8:00 PM; Silent Auction open Friday January 28th at 12 PM through Friday February 4th at 11:59 PM PST

Where: Online; https://www.milb.com/hillsboro/community/banquet

Hillsboro Hops and OHSU Health Hillsboro Medical Center Team Up to Provide Youth Vaccine Clinics

 

Hillsboro, OR. (December 8, 2021) – The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) and OHSU Health Hillsboro Medical Center (@HillsboroMedCtr) today announced that they will be teaming up to provide the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to youth ages 5-18 this Sunday, December 12, at Ron Tonkin Field. Second doses will be given at a follow-up event on January 9, 2022. Both events will be held from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

200 doses will be available at each vaccine clinic and appointments are required.

As part of the trip to Ron Tonkin Field, youth receiving the vaccine will get to visit the Hillsboro Hops clubhouse and they will also be treated to ice cream and a goodie bag once they have received the vaccine.

“It’s important to be leaders in our community both on and off the field and getting our youngest fans vaccinated will make a tremendous impact for public health,” said Jen Anderson, Hillsboro Hops VP of People & Culture. “We’re excited to partner with OHSU Health at Hillsboro Medical Center to provide a unique and positive experience for our community’s kids.”

“We’re thrilled to help improve the safety and health of our local community by providing pediatric vaccines in partnership with the Hillsboro Hops,” said Lori James-Nielsen, Hillsboro Medical Center President & CEO. “Hillsboro Medical Center hopes all eligible children get vaccinated, and we’re looking forward to protecting some of our young community members in a place kids associate with fun, healthy activities.”

You can view appointment availability at this link (availability is limited):

https://washingtoncountycovidvaccine.as.me/RonTonkin

Hillsboro Hops Partner with Intel to Support STEM Education in Oregon as Part of Strikeouts for STEM Program

 

HILLSBORO, OR (August 27, 2021) – As part of a partnership between the Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) and Intel, the Oregon-based, microprocessor manufacturer is donating a total of $50,000 to fund future STEM opportunities for the children of Hillsboro in support of the Hillsboro Schools Foundations new Imagina tu Aventura program.

Intel committed to donate $10 for every strikeout by a Hops pitcher this season. Hops pitchers have delivered 918 strikeouts so far in 2021 totaling $9,180.00. Intel is rounding their donation up to $50,000

Intel has called Oregon home for 47 years and provides jobs for over 20,000 employees. Since 2016, Intel, the Intel Foundation and Intel employees gave over $55 million in grants, donations, and in-kind gifts to local Oregon schools and non-profit organizations.

“HSF’s Elementary School program ‘Imagina tu Adventure’ will bring bilingual, bicultural career exploration kits and programs to all kindergarten through sixth grade classrooms,” said Aron Carleson, HSF Executive Director. “Intel’s contribution assures we can begin with STEM career education for all students. We are thankful for Intel’s strong community support.”

“We’re proud of our ongoing partnership with the Hillsboro Hops Strikeouts for STEM program and the Hillsboro Schools Foundation to inspire the future generation of STEM professionals,” said Courtney Martin, Intel Oregon Public Affairs Director. “This year’s program will support students and educators through the Hillsboro School’s Foundation Imagina tu Aventura program, providing bicultural career exploration tools about careers and higher education.”

“We are so proud to partner with Intel for the Strike Outs for STEM promotion”, said Hillsboro Hops President KL Wombacher. “They are a tremendous community asset that is extremely generous with their community support. We can’t thank Intel enough for their partnership and generous donation to the Hillsboro Schools Foundation.”

About Hillsboro Schools Foundation:

The Hillsboro Schools Foundation is dedicated to cultivating community engagement and funding to inspire excellence in Hillsboro Schools. HSF’s Middle School STEM labs are bringing back yesterday’s shop classes and tomorrow’s technology to prepare students for careers in a global economy. For more information, visit www.hsfonline.org

About Hillsboro Hops:

The 2014, 2015 & 2019 Champion Hillsboro Hops are the Single-A Advanced baseball affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball. The team’s season runs from April to early September. The franchise relocated to Hillsboro in 2012 and began play in 2013 in a new state-of-the-art 4,500 capacity ballpark, Ron Tonkin Field. Follow the Hops on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HillsboroHops and on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat @HillsboroHops.

Hillsboro Hops Announce New “Community Champions” Program

 

Hillsboro, OR. (July 7, 2021) –The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) in partnership with Lam Research (@LamResearch), today announced a new program that will recognize individuals who have stepped up to support others and make a difference in our community. These “Community Champions” show the true spirit of empathy and human kindness and we want to share their stories.

“There have been many challenges that have impacted our beloved communities this past year, but these challenges have also put the spotlight on the amazing individuals who have put others before themselves,” said Hillsboro Hops Senior Director, People and Culture Jen Anderson. “In partnership with Lam Research, the Hillsboro Hops wanted to develop a program that would allow us to share the work of these selfless people and remind everyone that there are ‘Champions’ among us”

The Hillsboro Hops are requesting nominations from to recognize community members including, but not limited to, medical staff, first responders, teachers, counselors, delivery drivers and more.

Nominations can be submitted via the following link: https://www.milb.com/hillsboro/community/champions

Champions will receive a digital baseball card that will be shared via the Hops’ social media platforms as well as tickets to a future Hops’ game where they will receive in-game recognition for their contributions.

The deadline for submissions is August 10, 2021 to allow for game selection.

Questions on submissions can be directed to the Hops’ Community Engagement Coordinator, Hannah August ([email protected]).

About Hillsboro Hops:
The 2014, 2015 & 2019 Champion Hillsboro Hops are the Single-A Advanced baseball affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball. The team’s season runs from April to early September. The franchise relocated to Hillsboro in 2012 and began play in 2013 in a new state-of-the-art 4,500 capacity ballpark, Ron Tonkin Field. Follow the Hops on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HillsboroHops and on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat @HillsboroHops.

Hillsboro Hops and MTI Team Up to “Shut Out Hunger” During 2021 Season 

 

Hillsboro, OR. (June 22, 2021) – Two longtime Hillsboro organizations, MTI (Mobile Tech, Inc.), a global leader in asset protection, smart locks, tablet solutions, IoT, and global services, and the Hillsboro Hops, the Single-A Advanced affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, announced that they have partnered on a new community campaign focused on fighting hunger in the Hillsboro and Washington County communities. This season-long endeavor called “Shut Out Hunger” will involve hundreds of volunteer hours by both organizations benefiting the Sunshine Pantry in Beaverton.

Starting June 28 to July 2, MTI will accept non-perishable food items and monetary donations at its offices located at 1050 NW 67th Avenue and 2345 NE Overlook Drive, Suite 250. During the June 29 through July 2 Hops homestand, MTI and Hops staff members will collect similar items at the Ron Tonkin Field entry gates. Volunteers from both companies will donate their time in July packing food at the Sunshine Pantry, and August will find them at Meals on Wheels in Hillsboro.

The Sunshine Pantry can accept cash or check donations, as well as pre-paid gift cards to specific grocery stores and gas stations in addition to food. The best non-perishable food items include, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, snacks, peanut butter, cooking oil, and rice.

“1 in 10 children in Washington Country are food insecure and go to bed hungry. The COVID-19 pandemic created a larger need with even more people struggling to pay bills and put food on the table,” said Mary Jesse, MTI CEO. “The Hillsboro Hops offer a great family experience, but they also offer community support in Hillsboro and Washington County. MTI’s headquarters have always been in Hillsboro. We look forward to working together to help those families and individuals who need assistance during these challenging times.”

“We couldn’t be more excited to partner with MTI on the “Shut Out Hunger” program,” said Hops President and General Manager, KL Wombacher. “As we’re coming out of the pandemic, we know many in our community are struggling to put food on the table more than ever. We’re grateful to be in a position to help and to have a great, Hillsboro-based partner supporting the effort along with us.”

About Hillsboro Hops
The 2014, 2015 & 2019 Champion Hillsboro Hops are the Single-A Advanced baseball affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball. The team’s season runs from April to early September. The franchise relocated to Hillsboro in 2012 and began play in 2013 in a new state-of-the-art 4,500 capacity ballpark, Ron Tonkin Field. Follow the Hops on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HillsboroHops and on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat @HillsboroHops.

About MTI

MTI is a global solutions innovator in asset protection, smart locks, tablet solutions, and global services, serving the largest and most highly regarded global brands. MTI’s innovative design and production capabilities, along with our unmatched field technical services, ensure success for our customers in retail, healthcare, and hospitality. Our smart IoT platform drives superior operational efficiency, employee satisfaction and customer experiences. Our global services organization offers 24/7/365 field support in over 90 countries and resolves 98% of problems on the first visit. Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon with offices in Hong Kong, Ireland, and London, MTI brings over 40 years of experience helping our customers meet their complex business needs.

PRIDE Night Returns To PK Park On June 25

 

PRIDE Night returns to PK Park on June 25 as the Emeralds celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community on a night that will include a PRIDE flag giveaway for fans and a game-worn Emeralds PRIDE jersey auction benefitting the Matthew Shepard Foundation. The special evening is proudly sponsored by our friends at Kendall Auto Group and KLCC NPR.

PRIDE Night is nothing new to PK Park. In 2019, the Emeralds became the first-ever affiliated Minor League Baseball organization to don PRIDE jerseys in-game**,** a landmark moment that hadn’t even occurred to Emeralds General Manager Allan Benavides at the time.

“We weren’t aware that we would be the first [affiliated] team,” he told MiLB.com. “It wasn’t a factor. We thought it was important that as an organization, we were committed to doing a PRIDE night. We had some people in the community give us some ideas on what we could do and how we should do it properly.”

The evening was also highlighted by a pregame Q&A panel with activist Candace Gingrich, a raffle of the game-worn jerseys that benefitted the HIV Alliance, and every Emeralds gameday employee decked out in PRIDE merchandise.

Asked to reflect back on that night in an interview with the Washington Post earlier this month, Benavides recalled, “there were a lot of people in the stadium who felt comfortable holding hands, hugging each other. A lot of people wearing PRIDE colors. Just very comfortable, and that continued. It wasn’t just that one game.”

On June 5, the San Francisco Giants, the Major League affiliate of the Eugene Emeralds, became the first-ever Major League franchise to sport PRIDE jerseys in-game.

This year’s PRIDE Night will be highlighted by an Emeralds PRIDE flag giveaway thanks to Kendall Auto Group. On June 25, the first 1,000 fans that enter the home plate gate at PK Park will receive a free Emeralds PRIDE flag.

 

Additionally, the Emeralds will once again don specially designed Emeralds PRIDE jerseys on June 25. The game-worn Emeralds PRIDE jerseys will be available for sale via online auction. Information regarding the online jersey auction will be available later in the week at www.EmeraldsBaseball.com.

Proceeds from the Emeralds PRIDE jersey auction will benefit the Matthew Shepard Foundation, a nonprofit founded by the parents of the foundation’s namesake, Dennis and Judy Shepard.

The foundation was established following the death of Matthew Shepard who, as a 21-year-old student at the University of Wyoming, was brutally attacked and tied to a fence in a field where he was left to die. Matthew tragically succumbed to his wounds, but his memory lives on through the foundation his parents created using education, outreach, and advocacy programs to inspire individuals, organizations, and communities to embrace the dignity and equality of all people.

Tickets to Eugene Emeralds home games are available for purchase at www.EmeraldsBaseball.com or by calling (541) 342-5367.

Stay up to date with the Emeralds by following the team on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Community Spotlight: Lyllye Reynolds-Parker

 

Lyllye Reynolds-Parker was born at Sacred Heart hospital, in 1946. She is an elder in our community, and a child of Eugene.

In the 1940s, exclusionary laws prevented Black people from buying or renting within city limits. Because of this, her family lived in the “Ferry Street Village” community, near present-day Alton Baker Park. When she was three years old, the Lane County Commissioners ordered that the neighborhood where she and her family lived be bulldozed so that the Ferry Street Bridge could be placed there. Her family was displaced and lived many years out West 11th.

Redlining was alive and well in Oregon into the late 1970s. This racist practice created an inability for black people to access loans to buy a house, in order to purchase homes in an area where their home would increase in value and send their children to high quality school. Most importantly, this practice did not allow for Black families to build generational wealth that could be passed along through generations.

Ms. Lyllye worked for 17 years at the University of Oregon. She came into contact with countless students of color, and she helped them find comfort in a community and a system that wasn’t made for them. The Eugene Emeralds are thrilled to have Ms. Lyllye, and her family, join us at the ballpark on June 19th. Before the game, Ms. Lyllye will throw out a first pitch and receive a custom Emeralds jersey to thank her for her service to the community.

Ms. Lyllye has a dream of purchasing a home for her and her older sister to live in, and the community is determined to help her see that dream come true. To help raise funds for this dream, the Eugene Emeralds will be selling special Black empowerment shirts featuring Ms. Lyllye on the back with her message of unity. “I chose Unity because we are such a fractured society right now. I just want us to realize we are in this together, be it COVID, White Supremacists, gun violence, civil unrest around the world, whatever it may be, it affects us all. We must come together in unity. We may not agree on everything, and compromise can be painful, but we can do it.”

Fans can also donate at any Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU) branch. If you wish to donate with a check, they can be written out to new house for Lyllye Parker and write “1316973” in the memo line. You can also donate using a PayPal Pool: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8xMymFhKhg.

Chris Singleton To Speak At PK Park On June 19

 

EUGENE, OR – The Eugene Emeralds are thrilled to welcome back to former player, motivational speaker, and child book author Chris Singleton who will be on-hand at PK Park on June 19 to speak with fans and share his message of love, inspiration, and unity.

For the past six years, Singleton has been living proof that love is stronger than hate. In 2015, Singleton lost his mother, Sharonda Coleman-Singleton, in the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church shooting in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina, an unthinkable tragedy that saw the lives of nine African Americans taken far, far too soon.

And yet, despite that tragedy, Singleton has refused to allow that dark moment define him or fill him with hatred and anger, instead choosing to forgive the shooter while inspiring thousands since with his message of resilience, forgiveness, and unity.

Prior to the Eugene Emeralds game on June 19, Singleton will be speaking with fans at PK Park to share that beautiful message with Emeralds fans, a message that ‘love is stronger than hate.’

Gates open at 6:00pm PST and fans are encouraged to arrive early to hear Singleton speak. Tickets are available at www.EmeraldsBaseball.com.

Also prior to the game, the Eugene Emeralds and Kendall Auto Group will be distributing copies of his book Different: A Story About Loving Your Neighbor to the first 500 children that enter PK Park. Different aims to teach children that differences – whether through race, nationality, gender or more – are something to accept and celebrate. Most of all, Different is a tribute to Singleton’s late mother, Sharonda Coleman-Singleton.

Different, the first of two books he has written, was a best-seller in its category and has been featured in numerous outlets, including by The Obama Foundation.

Fans can learn more about Chris, his two books – Different and Your Life Matters – and his inspirational message by visiting www.ChrisSingleton.com.

The Eugene Emeralds sincerely hope to see you at PK Park on June 19 for what will undoubtedly be a special night at the ballpark.

Information regarding tickets to Eugene Emeralds home games is available at www.EmeraldsBaseball.com or by calling (541) 342-5367.

Stay up to date with the Emeralds by following the team on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Hillsboro Hops & Baseballism Raise $10K for Charity

100% of Profits From Co-Branded Mask Sales Benefit Non-Profit Organization Community Action

Hillsboro, OR. (December 16, 2020) – The Hillsboro Hops (@HillsboroHops) and Baseballism (@Baseballism) have donated $10,000.00 to local non-profit Community Action from the sales of Hops and Baseballism co-branded face masks to help minimize the spread of COVID19.

100% of the profits from the sale of the masks were donated to the non-profit, Community Action (https://caowash.org/). The funds will help struggling families in Washington County stay secure in their homes, keep their lights and heat on and put food on their table.

“This pandemic has been so hard on families who were already struggling to make ends meet,” said Community Action Executive Director Kemp Shuey. “To have this amazing support at this time will be a big help.”

“It was an honor for the Hops to partner with Baseballism in supporting Community Action in these challenging times,” said Hillsboro Hops Managing Owner Mike McMurray. “All three of the involved organizations are firmly committed to making our community stronger by assisting those residents whose needs are the greatest. Thank you Baseballism and Community Action for giving us this opportunity. Of course this effort would not have been successful without the generosity of Hops’ fans and supporters. They stepped up once again.”

“We were thrilled to be part of this fundraising event with the Hops,” said Baseballism CEO Travis Chock. “Despite the hardship that COVID-19 brought to both organizations we knew that rallying around a good cause to help our community was the right thing to do.”

The Emeralds Buy a Mask/Give a Mask Program

 

Last month the Eugene Emeralds launched their online initiative to donate reusable, washable masks to local school districts. Through the Emeralds Buy a Mask/Give a Mask Program fans can purchase an adjustable face mask, or a gator, and the Emeralds will donate an identical mask to a local school district.

The Emeralds will distribute the masks through the Eugene Education Foundation, Bethel Education Foundation and the Springfield Education Foundation to go to the students, teachers and supporting staff. Although the re-opening of in person instruction is fluid, schools will be able to disturb the masks as needed and have them on hand when they are able to start in person instructions.

“It is so important for our students, teachers and support staff to have access to face masks,” said Anne Culhane, Director of Community Relations. “Masks are going to be an ongoing need for schools for the foreseeable future, and we want to make sure schools are able to provide PPEs to those who need them.”

The Emeralds have two options for fans to purchase from. The first one, a mask that has adjustable elastic ear loops. This mask is made of polyester super dry mesh fabric interior and has an interior pocket for a filter pad. Also available is a light weight and breathable gator. This standard fit (one size fits most) gator can be worn in any number of ways such as a headscarf, face mask or bandanna. These are not medical grade masks, but it has been proven to help reduce a person’s chance of spreading COVID-19 by up to 70 percent.

Fans interested in participating in the Buy a Mask/Give a Mask program can visit the Emeralds Team Store here, https://emeralds.milbstore.com/collections/buy-a-mask-give-a-mask. Fans who visit the site will also see the option to purchase a mask to given to schools. The program will run until January 2021.

Volcanoes Stadium to Host Community Market

 

The inaugural Volcanoes Stadium Community Markets in August and September were fabulous. Vendor space was Sold Out. Due to the Market’s success, and as a result of many requests, the Stadium Market will return. A fall market is set for Friday and Saturday November 6th and 7th. A Christmas market will be held Friday and Saturday December 4th and 5th_. *_Friday November 6th and Saturday, December 4th will feature an evening format running from 4pm to 8:30pm. Saturday, November 7th and Saturday, December 5th markets will run from 11am to 3pm. Santa Claus is expected to make an appearance at noon on Saturday, December 5th. The markets will be open-air in the Volcanoes Stadium parking lot and will feature free admission and free parking.

Location: Volcanoes Stadium ~ Keizer, Oregon

At a Glance – what to expect: An open-air market expected to bring a variety of Vendors, Food Trucks, Artists, Locally Grown Produce, Fruit, Flowers, Clothing, Jewelry, Crafts, Gifts and various Artisan works.

The market will follow COVID-19 protocols. Admission/Parking will be Free.

The Friday markets will open in the afternoon at 4pm and run into the evening until 8:30pm. Saturday’s hours will be 11am to 3pm. Santa Claus is expected to make an appearance at noon on Saturday, December 5th. A festival type atmosphere is expected with music and entertainment.

“We’re excited to provide an opportunity like this to the community,” said Volcanoes’ co-owner Lisa Walker. “Folks are looking for things to do and this is a perfect fit and something the entire family will enjoy.”

Vendors and entertainers can apply to participate by contacting Lisa Walker at [email protected] or text 503-851-3111 as vendor space is limited.

Vendor benefits:

Easy load-in, load-out (drive right to your booth)

High profile location adjacent to Interstate 5 and Keizer Station Shopping Center

Large 16’ x 20’ paved sites that are socially distanced

Expansive 12-acre site

Promoted through the power of the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes’ social media platforms (ranked #2 in the nation).

13,000+ facebook followers, 6,000+ twitter, posted on 100+ facebook groups.

Advertised on Volcanoes Stadium Interstate 5 marquee with over 250,000 impression each day.

Posted and promoted on EventBrite and expected local media exposure.

Association with highly respected community organization and well-known venue

Free Admission ~ Plenty of on-site Free Parking

Professionally managed with over 30 years of event management experience

RV dry camp available for vendors

For details contact Lisa Walker [email protected] or text 503-851-3111.

Volcanoes’ Cancer Awareness Tradition to Continue

Event to include Fans, Fan Cutouts, Survivors and Fireworks; Volcanoes to take the field for first and only time in 2020!

KEIZER, Oregon — The Salem-Keizer Volcanoes’ Cancer Awareness tradition of honoring survivors will continue with a celebration and baseball game planned for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, at Volcanoes Stadium.

“While things will look different than prior years, we felt it was especially important for the event to survive the pandemic and provide something for survivors to look forward to,” said Lisa Walker, co-owner of the Volcanoes. “We’ve been doing this for nearly 20 years. It is one of our marquee events and something the Volcanoes have become known for and thanks to Dr. Bud Pierce of Oregon Oncology, co-founder of the event, the tradition will continue this year. It’s also a perfect way to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.”

Thanks to collaboration with Derek Legg, Head Coach for Corban University, the Volcanoes will field a team for the first and only time in 2020 and play a game versus the Corban University Warriors at Volcanoes Stadium. Game time will be 6:35 p.m.

Cancer Survivors may e-mail volcanoes@volcanoesbaseball.com and request FREE tickets to the game, compliments of Dr. Pierce. Capacity will be limited to 250 people per Covid-19 protocols and to allow for 6’ social distancing.

“We have over 4,000 seats, so this is a perfect venue for social distancing and provides a safe environment,” said Walker.

The balance of the stadium will not be empty as fans, for just $30 each, will have the opportunity to have a cardboard cutout image of themselves, or order a cutout to honor a cancer survivor whom was unable to attend, or have a cutout in memory of a loved one placed in a seat at the stadium. The cutout(s) will be available for fans to pick up as a keepsake following the event! Fans should e-mail volcanoes@volcanoesbaseball.com for complete details on how to submit their photos. Deadline for submission is Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020.

The Volcanoes will also be providing a gift to all cancer survivors who attend the game and the evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show.