SRP Park Hosts 9th Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar & Toys for Tots Drive

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Get into the Holiday Spirit December 10th at SRP Park

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves are excited to continue Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar for the 9th year on Saturday December 10th at SRP Park from 10am-1pm. This is one of our most popular community events and we look forward to decking the park in holiday cheer!

Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar is a free event for individuals and families, dogs are welcome to attend (remaining on the concourse). Shop local as over 50 small CSRA businesses and individuals will be set up on the concourse to wrap up your Holiday shopping. Guests can have their picture taken with Santa in the Hive Pro Shop, and of course Auggie will be present for photos and holiday cheer. The North Augusta School of Dance returns, showcasing their holiday dance moves at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm.

New this holiday season, guests can participate in the Hot Chocolate 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, partnered with Fleet Feet of Augusta. This unique race allows you SRP Park field access to take a jog around the warning track four times and grab a nice Hot Chocolate at the finish line. Grab your best Ugly Sweater for a contest prior to the race. The run is FREE to all, strollers are allowed, however dogs are not permitted on the field for the run.

“We’re excited to continue this favorite holiday event to wrap up the year,” states GreenJackets Director of Marketing, Catie Jagodzinski. “We look forward to this event each holiday season and the fun it brings to SRP Park. With so many wonderful vendors, North Augusta School of Dance, our new partnership with Fleet Feet Augusta and appearances by Auggie and Santa, it’s an excellent Saturday afternoon event!”

SRP Park is also a Toys to Tots location and guests can bring new, unwrapped gifts to be donated to an amazing cause and be entered to win prizes. Shepeard Community Blood Center will be present for those interested in donating during the event. All donors will receive a FREE t-shirt for their donation. Those looking to donate blood can schedule their appointment here: https://bit.ly/3OUrlBQ .

Concessions will be available featuring your fan favorite menu items and cold beverages. Stock up for the fan in your life as the Hive Pro Shop will be open with holiday specials and new merchandise available for the GreenJackets fan on your shopping list.

More information about the event and the full list of vendors attending is available here: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/auggies-fall-market

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ABOUT THE AUGUSTA GREENJACKETS

The Augusta GreenJackets are the Single A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. 2023 Augusta GreenJackets Full, Half and 20-game season seat memberships are on sale now. To learn more about the benefits and to get in on the action, visit www.gjmembers.com or call (803) 349-WINS (9467).

For team merchandise or more information visit www.greenjacketsbaseball.com. Stay up to date on all things GreenJackets and Events at SRP Park by following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter today by visiting https://atmilb.com/3yr4mrw

SRP Park is the anchor piece of Riverside Village, a live, work, “playball” development which includes apartment living, retail, restaurants, class “A” office space, and a Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. To learn more about SRP Park and hosting events and availability, visit www.thesrppark.com.

Support Local Retailers During the West End Holiday Open House

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Shop, snack and sip during extended hours at your favorite West End retailers on Thursday, December 1, 5PM – 7:30PM.

Sign-in at each store for a chance to win a special giveaway from each retail partner. The Drive is featuring a special holiday basket filled with a curated assortment of our favorite “must have” items! The more stores you visit, the more chances you have of winning!

Happy Holidays from the West End!

Participating Retailers:

  • Greenville Drive Team Store
  • Splash on Main
  • Samantha Grace
  • Copper Penny
  • Augusta 20
  • Ever Row
  • The Spa at West End
  • Beija-Flor Jeans
  • Vintage Now Modern
  • Foxcroft Wine Company
  • Patrick Cox Photography

Join Us on Giving Tuesday for the Miracle on Main Street

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Giving Tuesday is a globally recognized day that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity and this year, the Greenville Drive is partnering with Cancer Survivors Park Alliance to help raise awareness and necessary funds to benefit the beautiful Cancer Survivors Park in downtown Greenville.

Join us on Giving Tuesday, November 29th, from 5PM-8PM, at the Greenville Drive Team Store for a night of fun that includes holiday drinks and treats, special holiday savings, and a live auction benefitting the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance!

Did we mention Santa will be there too?

Not able to come in person? No problem! CSPA is hosting an online auction that you can take part in as well, but it ends at 9PM on November 29th!

The Greenville Drive is grateful for the work that CSPA does in our community and hopes that you’ll join us in celebrating this wonderful community partner on this special day.

Fireflies Announce Third Annual Mason’s Jingle Jog 5K

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COLUMBIA, SC – Today the Columbia Fireflies announced details for third annual Mason’s Jingle Jog which will take place Saturday, December 17 at Segra Park. Registration for the festive holiday run is now open. Runners will begin the race inside Segra Park at 8am, running through the flourishing BullStreet District and finishing the race on-field after running through some Fireflies Holiday Light displays. Gates and day-of registration will open at 7:30 am.

Fans can register for the race through Strictly Running online here. The registration fee for the race is $55 and includes entry to the race, a bib, a long-sleeve dry-fit shirt and new for 2022, a ticket to the Fireflies 2023 Opening Night Game on Thursday, April 6 vs the Augusta GreenJackets. After registering, runners can pick up their bibs at Strictly Running Friday, December 16.

“This 5K around the ballpark is a fantastic way to showcase all the incredible progress around the BullStreet District that has taken place since our season ended in September,” Team President Brad Shank said. “It’s also a nice way to allow the community to get out and together right before the holidays to exercise and win some great prizes.”

This year, the age brackets for the event have been updated to 19-and-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. The top two male and female finishers in each age bracket will earn a prize, with the top overall female and male racer winning a grand prize of two seven-game ticket packages for the 2023 Fireflies season.

For more information on holiday events at Segra Park, visit ColumbiaFireflies.com. Fireflies Holiday Lights is the Midlands’ newest holiday tradition, featuring over one million Christmas lights, as well as great activities and festive food for the whole family at Segra Park. Learn more about the lights at FirefliesHolidayLights.com.

Girl Scout Discovery Day this Sunday at Fluor Field

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Join us on Sunday, November 20 from 1PM – 4PM at Fluor Field for a day of Girl Scouting! All girls are welcome whether current Girl Scouts or just thinking about joining. Families will take part in Girl Scout activities and traditions like archery, camp songs, circuit building and other STEM activities, S’mores making with solar ovens, and more!

Girl Scouting offers every girl the opportunity to make friends, explore new interests, be herself and make her world a better place!

Admission is absolutely free! Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase on site.

Fireflies Announce Holiday Lights Community Initiative 

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COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies today announced that they will host Six Weeks of Giving during Fireflies Holiday Lights. Six Weeks of Giving is a series of holiday drives benefitting six local community organizations. Each organization will host a week-long drive that guests can support by bringing donation items with them to Fireflies Holiday Lights to help aid those in need this holiday season. For the inaugural Six Weeks of Giving, the Fireflies have partnered with Toys for Tots, Oliver Gospel Mission, Epworth Children’s Home, Harvest Hope, Edventure and Pawmetto Lifeline.

“Christmas and the holidays are a season of giving, and we wanted to make sure that we kick off the Fireflies Holiday Lights tradition with a way for our community to give back to those in need,” said Fireflies Team President, Brad Shank. “Our team always wants to serve our community in everything that we do, and we are excited to partner with these six great organizations to provide an opportunity for our guests to be able to give while they are out enjoying this amazing light show.”

The schedule for the drives is as follows:

  • November 21-27: Toy drive benefitting Toys for Tots
  • November 28-December 4: Clothing drive benefitting Oliver Gospel Mission
  • December 5-11: Cleaning supplies drive benefitting Epworth Children’s Home
  • December 12-18: Canned food drive benefitting Harvest Hope
  • December 19-24: Book drive benefitting Edventure Children’s Museum
  • December 26-31: Pet food drive benefitting Pet Soup from Pawmetto Lifeline

Detailed lists of items needed for each drive can be found on Fireflies social media channels and on FirefliesHolidayLights.com.

Holiday Lights attendees can also expect to hear bells ringing as they approach Segra Park every evening as the Fireflies have partnered with the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign to be a kettle host site during all 42 nights of lights this holiday season.

Fireflies Holiday Lights starts at Segra Park November 19 and run through December 31. The lights will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Tickets for all 42 nights of lights are on sale now. For tickets or more information about the event, including ticket pricing and promotions, visit FirefliesHolidayLights.com.

Next Blood Drive at Fluor Field is November 30th

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The Greenville Drive is excited to co-host a blood drive with the Greenville Rotary and The Blood Connection (TBC) in the Main St. Plaza at Fluor Field on Wednesday, November 30, from 1pm-6pm! Each blood donor will receive a voucher for a buy one get one free Kringle Holiday Village ticket (happening at Fluor Field December 9-11) and a holiday t-shirt, courtesy of TBC. The Drive’s box office will be open for donors to redeem their voucher that same day!

The holiday season is a critical time for blood donations so please make your appointment now by clicking here. Blood products collected by TBC are tested and delivered to hospitals in the Upstate, and each donation saves up to three lives. TBC is the only blood provider for Upstate hospitals. If you’ve not donated in the past 56 days, you’re eligible to donate at this event and help save lives right here at home!

2nd Annual Heroes Softball Game is Tuesday Night at Fluor Field

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The 2nd Annual Heroes Softball Game between the City of Greenville Police and Fire Departments will take place at Fluor Field on Tuesday, November 8th. First pitch for this charitable softball game is set for 5:30 PM, and the Main Street Gates to the ballpark will open at 4:30 PM.

The event will also feature a special appearance from the Clemson Tigers Baseball team. Players and coaches will meet with fans and attendees, as well as serve as umpires, coaches, and more throughout the evening!

The event is complimentary to the public, but you must claim a ticket in advance of the event by CLICKING HERE. While the event is complimentary, donations are encouraged throughout the event, as both the Police Department and Fire Department raise money for charity.

The beneficiary of this year’s game is The Julie Valentine Center, a non-profit organization that provides free, confidential services to sexual assault and child abuse survivors and their families. As a community organization, they depend on the community to enable them to provide these services to our neighbors. You can contribute to this great organization by CLICKING HERE.

Concessions will also be available for purchase during the Heroes Softball Game.

The Police Department took home the victory in last year’s inaugural event, so the Fire Department will be looking to even the series at Fluor Field on October 30th.

4th Annual CSRA Walk for Water Slated for Saturday, November 12th 

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4th Annual CSRA Walk for Water Slated for Saturday, November 12th

Annual #CSRAWalk4Water Raises Awareness and Funds to Support the 2.1 Billion People Around the World that Lack Access to Safe Water

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – The CSRA is uniting to bring safe water to hundreds of men, women, and children across the world. Local schools, churches, businesses, and individuals are putting their feet into action by raising awareness, raising money, and walking for water.

The CSRA Walk for Water 2022 will bring together teams of participants from both sides of the Savannah River and from all walks of life, as we boldly battle the global water crisis which affects 2.1 billion people around the world. Together, we can make a real difference by bringing safe water to people in need. Register or donate today. The walk starts at 9 AM (gates open at 8 AM).
Walk will take place RAIN or SHINE.

Event Details

Who: Teams and Individuals throughout the CSRA are invited to participate in the CSRA Walk for Water

When: Saturday, November 12th, 2022

What: 2022 #CSRAWalk4Water

Where: SRP Park, 187 Railroad Ave, North Augusta, SC 29841

Why: Hundreds will rally together to bring hope to those who lack access to safe water by participating in the 4th annual CSRA Walk for Water. The CSRA Walk for Water encourages participants to carry buckets along the three-mile route to simulate the daily trek millions of people make to collect water in developing countries. Start and finish at SRP Park, North Augusta, SC. The route of the Walk will cross the 13th Street Bridge. Then via Riverwalk, participants will proceed to 6th Street, then to St. Paul’s Church. From St. Paul’s, they will continue to Reynolds Street before returning to the 13th Street Bridge, with the finish being at SRP Park.

Time: Gates open at 8am, Walk begins at 9:00 a.m.

Registration: $25 for adults includes t-shirt, $10 for youth, children six and under are free

Register Online: www.csrawalk4water.com

Impact: In many areas of the globe, women and children spend 2-3 hours walking to collect water every day. In most cases, their walk is one to four miles, and the water they collect is not safe for drinking. At the 2021 CSRA Walk for Water, we will walk in honor of our neighbors worldwide who walk to collect water every day and raise funds to bring safe, clean water to communities around the world in a sustainable way.

About Water Mission:

Water Mission is a nonprofit Christian engineering organization that designs, builds, and implements safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) solutions for people in developing countries and disaster areas. Since 2001, Water Mission has used innovative technology and engineering expertise to provide access to safe water for more than four million people in 56 countries. Water Mission has 350 staff members working worldwide in permanent country programs in Africa, Asia, North, South, and Central America, and the Caribbean. Notably, Charity Navigator has awarded Water Mission its top four-star rating 14 years in a row, a distinction shared by less than one percent of the charities rated by the organization. To learn more about the Charleston Walk for Water and other walks happening around the country, visit https://watermission.org/get-involved/walk-for-water/

Prior to the start of the 2023 season, you can check out these fun, upcoming events scheduled at SRP Park! To learn more, visit https://thesrppark.com.

  • WOW! Club Tasting Series: Bourbon
  • Inaugural Beans & Brews Chili Cook-off
  • Palmetto Peach Half Marathon, 10 K, 5 K – November 26, 2022
  • 9th Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar and Toys for Tots Drive – December 10, 2022

About SRP Park/Augusta GreenJackets

The Augusta GreenJackets are the Single A affiliate of the 2021 World Series Champion Atlanta Braves. 2023 Augusta GreenJackets Full, Half and 20-game season seat memberships are on sale now. To learn more about the benefits and to get in on the action, visit www.gjmembers.com or call (803) 349-WINS (9467).

For team merchandise or more information visit www.greenjacketsbaseball.com. Stay up to date on all things GreenJackets and Events at SRP Park by following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter today by visiting https://atmilb.com/3yr4mrw

SRP Park is the anchor piece of Riverside Village, a live, work, “playball” development which includes apartment living, retail, restaurants, class “A” office space, and a Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. To learn more about SRP Park and hosting events and availability, visit www.thesrppark.com.

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Meet Beth Leatherman, Breast Cancer Fighter & Cancer Survivor’s Park Alliance Board Member

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“In 1996, at the age of 35, I was diagnosed with breast cancer through a routine mammogram. My surgeon was very positive about getting it all with a lumpectomy and gave me a good prognosis. I also didn’t need to do any chemotherapy because the cancer was not in my lymph nodes.

“17 years later, on Christmas Eve 2013, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. Not exactly the news you want to hear at any time, but especially not on Christmas Eve.

For about a year prior Beth had been complaining to her family doctor that she was having pain in the upper part of her stomach, by her rib cage. Her doctor kept telling her it was just acid reflux, but Beth decided to take it upon herself to go see a gastroenterologist for another opinion. The gastroenterologist ran a few initial blood tests and a CT scan which revealed abnormalities in Beth’s liver along with enzyme levels that were through the roof. Then Beth had a biopsy and the biopsy came back positive. She was sent to an oncologist right away and by Monday, December 27th, 2013 Beth started aggressive chemotherapy which lasted six months and she continues to see her oncologist monthly and take oral chemo medication.”

“I think I was very positive the first time around. That’s not to say that it wasn’t scary. I was scared, but sometimes you just need a wakeup call about life. The second time around was more serious as it had metastasized to my liver.”

“You think cancer of the liver, that’s bad, you can’t live without your liver. Everybody in my life was scared and I know deep down they were all thinking, “she’s not going to make it,” without verbalizing it to me. But I think that brought me and my friends and family closer together and today we make more of an effort to get together.”

“I know everyone’s cancer is different and I do feel blessed that this has not gotten me down mentally or physically. The treatments are tough, but I would tell anyone who is going through this to try your best to stay positive.”

It has been 9 years and Beth continues to fight. Beth tributes a great deal of her strength and success to her 8 years of involvement with the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance of Greenville. The Park has something to offer everyone whether you are fighting cancer, supporting someone, memorializing a lost one or celebrating survivorship.

For Beth, it has been a place for learning, healing, hope and tremendous beauty. Sharing her story with others not only continues to benefit her, but also encourages those battling cancer, their families, friends and caregivers to keep fighting.

Thank you Beth, for sharing your story – The Greenville Drive celebrates your strength and supports you in your fight against breast cancer.

We are partnering with the Cancer Survivor’s Park Alliance to help them launch their NEW Cancer Survivor’s Park Alliance hat. The hat is available to order on https://cancersurvivorspark.org/gift- shop-old/ and https://drive.milbstore.com and will also be in stock at the Drive Team Store!

All proceeds go back to support the Park.

2nd Annual Heroes Softball Game is October 30th at Fluor Field

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The 2nd Annual Heroes Softball Game between the City of Greenville Police and Fire Departments will take place at Fluor Field on Sunday, October 30th. First pitch for this charitable softball game is set for 1 PM, and the Main Street Gates to the ballpark will open at 12 PM.

The event is complimentary to the public, but you must claim a ticket in advance of the event by CLICKING HERE. While the event is complimentary, donations are encouraged throughout the event, as both the Police Department and Fire Department raise money for charity.

Concessions will also be available for purchase during the Heroes Softball Game.

The Police Department took home the victory in last year’s inaugural event, so the Fire Department will be looking to even the series at Fluor Field on October 30th.

RiverDogs to Auction Home White Jerseys from Championship Seasons

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Baseball fans will have the opportunity to bid on a piece of Charleston RiverDogs history over the next two weeks. The team announced plans to auction their game-used home white jerseys online beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday. The jerseys were donned for a majority of RiverDogs home games for the last six seasons, including the first two championship seasons in franchise history, 2021 and 2022. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. The auction will conclude on Friday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.

The recognizable white jerseys were each worn by several New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays prospects. The auction includes jerseys worn by Yankees all-star pitcher Nestor Cortes, Yankees pitcher Luis Gil, popular Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Hoy Park and Pirates pitcher Roansy Contreras. In addition, 18 of MLB Pipeline’s top 30 Rays prospects have worn jerseys that are part of the auction, including each of the organization’s top three farmhands, Taj Bradley, Curtis Mead and Carson Williams.

“We are thrilled to give baseball fans in Charleston and around the country an opportunity to own a significant piece of our franchise’s history,” said RiverDogs President and General Manager Dave Echols. “These jerseys have been worn in the handshake line more than any other in Minor League Baseball the last two seasons and have been worn by a collection of extremely talented baseball players.”

In total, 36 jerseys will be auctioned via the Charleston RiverDogs page on the MiLB Auctions website. Fans who place the winning bid on a jersey will also receive a 2021 replica championship ring and a 2022 championship banner.

Season tickets, Dog-E Coin plans, and group tickets, including options to the Segra Club at Riley Park, are available at riverdogs.com/tickets. The Segra Club is also open for events year-round. Visit segraclub.com for more information. The brand new RiverDogs Food Truck is available for your next event! Contact the RiverDogs front office at 843-577-3647 (DOGS) for more information.

Mason’s Monster Mash Returns to Segra Park October 27

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COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies today announced that they will be hosting the second annual Mason’s Monster Mash at Segra Park Thursday, October 27 from 6-8 pm. Mason’s Monster Mash will utilize Segra Park’s outdoor concourse to allow kids to trick-or-treat around the ballpark with family and friends.

In addition to trick-or-treating, there will be crafts for children, a limited concessions menu will be sold including alcoholic beverages for parents, some inflatables from the SCU Kids Zone will be open and Mason will be in costume to take pictures with trick-or-treaters.

General Admission tickets for the event are available for $5 and children two and under can enter for free. Tickets are now available to purchase online here. This event will follow Segra Park’s cashless policy. Mason’s Monster Mash sold out in its inaugural year at 500 attendees and the event is expected to sell out again this year.

Chris Lane comes to Segra Park Saturday for the Big Red Barn Retreat Fall Jam sponsored by Sonic Drive-In. Tickets start at $25. Fans can purchase tickets for the concert here. For more information about events at Segra Park, please visit ColumbiaFireflies.com.

Mayor Proclaims September 27 “Charleston RiverDogs Day”

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Mayor John Tecklenburg proclaimed September 27, 2022 as “Charleston RiverDogs Day” in Charleston during a city council meeting on Tuesday night. The proclamation followed another historic season in the Holy City that was capped by the team winning a second consecutive championship.

“We appreciate this gracious gesture from Mayor Tecklenburg and the city”, said RiverDogs President and General Manager Dave Echols. “Our relationship with the city of Charleston is a huge part of what makes us successful on an annual basis. We have already turned our attention to planning for another exciting season in 2023 that we hope turns into a three-peat”.

In the proclamation, the mayor referenced several noteworthy accomplishments from the 2022 RiverDogs. These achievements included winning the Carolina League championship, finishing the regular season with a franchise record 88 wins, drawing 251,000 fans to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, including over 10,000 for two playoff games and leading the Carolina League in home runs for a second consecutive year.

Within the proclamation, the mayor also congratulated the RiverDogs on these achievements and commended the team for “both their perseverance and dedication to the Charleston commmunity”.

Season tickets, Dog-E Coin plans, and group tickets, including options to the Segra Club at Riley Park, are available at riverdogs.com/tickets. The Segra Club is also open for events year-round. Visit segraclub.com for more information. The brand new RiverDogs Food Truck is available for your next event! Contact the RiverDogs front office at 843-577-3647 (DOGS) for more information.

The Spinx Fun Run is Happening at Fluor Field on October 29th!

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The biggest day of running in Greenville returns on October 29th! The Spinx Fun Run presented by the Greenville Track Club has a run for everybody! From a 5k to a full Marathon, everyone can enjoy this day.

For more information and to register, please click HERE.