Cell Phones for Soldiers

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The Tampa Yankees have partnered with Cell Phones for Soldiers, a national nonprofit, to help collect cell phones to help our troops call home from overseas.

Newer or gently used cell phones from all service providers will be accepted at any of our Military Monday home games throughout the season, at our Bill Currie Ford Armed Forces Night on May 16th, and at our Everyday Heroes Night on July 4th. The proceeds from all donated cell phones are used to purchase calling cards for our troops. Fans who donate a new or gently used cell phone will receive a free ticket to our Monday, August 24th home game against the Dunedin Blue Jays at 7:00pm.   Help us help our military and veterans. Your donation will truly make a difference and make you a hero to our nation’s heroes.

Founded in 2004 by Robbie and Brittany Bergquist, Cell Phones For Soldiers is dedicated to providing cost-free communication services to active-duty military members and veterans. In 2013, Cell Phones For Soldiers provided U.S. troops with more than 23 million “Minutes That Matter” talk time and distributed more than 380,000 prepaid international calling cards. Since 2004, the nonprofit has also recycled more than 11.3 million cell phones reducing the impact on landfills.

On Uncle Bob’s Self Storage Military Mondays, all military receive FREE admission with a valid military I.D. All fans can enjoy half price burgers and chicken tender baskets from 6:00pm-8:00pm. To see our full schedule for Monday Home Games please visit www.tybaseball.com

Tickets are $4 for general admission, $6 for reserved seating and can be purchased at the George M. Steinbrenner Field Box Office.

The Tampa Yankees are the Single A-Advanced affiliate of the New York Yankees. For more information you may contact the Tampa Yankees offices at (813) 673-3055 or visit www.tybaseball.com.

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

“CHASERS COMMUNITY WEEK” May 4-9

Planned Events for “Chasers Community Week”

  • Monday, May 4 – Storm Chasers staff members and Storm Chasers players volunteered from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. as part of “Rebuilding Together.” The participants helped Helen, an 87-year-old resident, with painting in various rooms and yard clean-up. Storm Chasers players Matt Fields and Buddy Baumann took part in the volunteering from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 5 – Storm Chasers players, as well as select Storm Chasers staff, will visit kids at the Children’s Hospital from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 6 – The Storm Chasers had “Phil the Pig” at the Children’s Museum in April for the Autism Action Partnership, and a check of donations will be presented at the game. Tickets will be donated to families involved with the Omaha Children’s Museum Autism Night.
  • Thursday, May 7 – Players and Storm Chasers staff will serve lunch at the Open Door Mission from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Friday, May 8 – The Storm Chasers will donate 50 tickets to have four Boys Town Houses come to the Friday night game, with a first pitch for each house. Storm Chasers players will greet and take photos before the game.
  • Saturday, May 9 – Partnering with Western Bowl and Muscular Dystrophy Association, a majority of the Storm Chasers roster is scheduled to bowl and interact with MDA families in an exclusive event from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Omaha Storm Chasers. Click here to view the original story.

iRUNpigs 5K Returns on Sunday, June 7

Sign-up by May 8th for Discount on 5K and Walk

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Sign-ups are now underway for the fourth annual iRUNpigs 5K along with a 1.5-mile walk and Piglet Dash for children 12 and under on Sunday, June 7, 2015, at Coca-Cola Park with 100% of the race proceeds benefiting IronPigs Charities.

Similar to last year, the race course will take place within Coca-Cola Park and its surrounding parking lots to provide a safer running environment. The race will once again conclude on-field at Coca-Cola Park. Over 1,100 runners and walkers have taken part in the event since its 2012 debut.

The 5K will kick off the day’s events, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Piglet Run will follow at 9 a.m. while the 1.5-mile walk will begin at 9:15 a.m.

Fans can sign-up online by CLICKING HERE or by calling (610) 841-PIGS (7447). There is no additional fee for online registration. CLICK HERE to download the registration form.

2015 participants receive a commemorative tech t-shirt, chip timing featuring results via text message as you finish, pre-race and post-race live entertainment and a free entry in an IronPigs team memorabilia raffle. There will also be prizes for overall male and female winners among age groups. New this year, all registrars will receive one General Admission ticket and food voucher to be used at the IronPigs game later that day against the Indianapolis Indians at 1:35 p.m. 

The cost is $45 for the 5K, $35 for the 1.5-mile Walk and $15 for the Piglet Dash (12 & under).  Early Bird Special is extended until May 8 at 11:59 p.m. and receive a $10 discount off registration for both the 5K and 1.5-mile walk.  Please note that day of event registration is $45 for the 5K, $35 for the 1.5-mile Walk and $15 for the Piglet Run.

Pre-registration ends on Wednesday, June 3 at 11:59 p.m. Any registration after June 3 will need to be done in person at Coca-Cola Park during packet pickup or on the day of the event. There will be no online registration after June 3. Race packet pick-up is available at Coca-Cola Park beginning on Friday, June 5 through Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Coca-Cola Park Majestic Clubhouse Store. This is a Rain or Shine event.

100% of the proceeds benefit IronPigs Charities, a non-profit organization striving to provide educational and recreational opportunities for children in the Greater Lehigh Valley area.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. Click here to view the original story.

Spikes announce 2015 school programs

Outreach programs provide lessons to over 15,000 Central PA students

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The State College Spikes are pleased to announce the team’s roster of 2015 school programs. Each program has a unique theme and focus, with the common goal of using the Spikes brand to supplement classroom curriculum in the areas of reading, writing, exercising, eating healthy and conserving water. These programs are always offered free of charge to area schools.

Most programs are implemented through school assemblies and involve mascots, players and front office staff. All programs offer K-8 students the opportunity to earn free tickets to a Spikes’ home game upon completion of one of the fun and educational school programs. The Spikes annually reach over 15,000 Central Pennsylvania school children in Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Huntingdon, Mifflin and Juniata Counties through community outreach programs.

New for the 2015 season is the “Head Above Water” program presented by the State College Borough Water Authority. The program teaches water conservation and its positive effects, with a free Spikes ticket offered upon completion of the program.

Below are capsules of the Spikes 2015 school programs:

Healthy Home Runs presented by Mount Nittany Health
The Spikes and Mount Nittany Health are offering this school program, which is designed to promote a healthy lifestyle by creating awareness of the importance of proper nutrition and physical activity. Ike the Spike and representatives from Mount Nittany Health will visit schools to hold a kick-off assembly, which can be held outside or inside. During the assembly, K-6 students will be educated on the importance of exercise and nutrition before having the opportunity to take “Ike’s Fun Fit Challenge.” Students who complete the simple and fun physical fitness challenge will be rewarded with one complimentary Bullpen Box ticket and an on-field recognition ceremony during the Spikes’ Healthy Home Runs Day at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Sunday, August 2.

Books and Baseball Program presented by National Penn Bank
The Spikes and National Penn Bank have partnered for the Books and Baseball Reading Program for the 2015 season. This program encourages students to complete a reading program by rewarding them with free Spikes tickets upon completion. Participating students will receive a special bookmark to keep track of the books they read. Any participating student that reads four books under the supervision of their teacher or parent will earn one free ticket for a designated Books and Baseball game during the 2015 season. At those games, participants will be honored from the field for their participation and completion of the programs. The program includes a free assembly and reading presentation with the National Penn Bank Nook Monster at any of the participating schools. Books and Baseball is designed for students in grades K-8.

Spikes Essay Contest presented by the Centre Daily Times
The Spikes Essay Contest is for K-8 students to creatively share their experiences and thoughts about the State College Spikes through pictures or essays. The contest is divided into three different grade levels: K-1, 2-4 and 5-8. Students in kindergarten through first grade are encouraged to include drawings along with one sentence for the theme “If I were Ike the Spike.” The second to fourth grade group will be asked to write a short essay entitled “If I coached the Spikes.” Fifth to eighth graders will be encouraged to write a 300 word or fewer essay entitled “If I could create a new food item for the Spikes, it would be (blank).” A winning essay will be chosen in each of the three age groups and those winners will earn tickets to a 2015 Spikes home game for their entire grade. The submission deadline for the Spikes Essay Contest is June 1.

“Head Above Water” presented by the State College Borough Water Authority
All new for 2015 – the State College Borough Water Authority and the Spikes have partnered to implement a youth water conservation awareness program, “Head Above Water.” Ike the Spike, along with a representative from the State College Borough Water Authority, will be educating students on the importance of water conservation and the effects it can have. The program is an initiative that will encourage students to practice good water conservation habits by rewarding them with a free Spikes ticket upon completion of the program. Participating students will receive a special baseball card to help remind them how to conserve water. Any participating student that completes the water conservation program under the supervision of his or her teacher and/or parent will earn one free ticket to a 2015 Spikes baseball game. The program includes a free assembly and water conservation presentation with Ike the Spike and the State College Borough Water Authority at any of the participating schools.

There is no cost for schools to participate in any of the Spikes school programs. Teachers or administrators interested in participating in any of the State College Spikes School Programs can contact Bobbi Jo Davidson, Spikes Community Relations Assistant at (814) 272-1711 or bdavidson@statecollegespikes.com.

The Spikes, defending New York-Penn League champions, begin their 38-game home schedule with Opening Night on Friday, June 19 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, and the slate continues through September 6.

Single-game tickets for each game in the 2015 season will be available starting at TicketFest 2015 on Saturday, May 2 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Season tickets, McDonald’s Flex Books and an array of group and hospitality options for the 2015 season are currently on sale by calling the Spikes at (814) 272-1711. Additional information on all club ticketing options can be viewed here.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the State College Spikes. Click here to view the original story.

Little League Day

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Tampa, Fla. – The Tampa Yankees will host their annual Pepsi Cola Little League Day at Steinbrenner Filed on Sunday, May 3rd when they take on the Lakeland Flying Tigers at 1:00 PM.

The first 250 fans to enter the stadium will receive a Collector’s Pepsi Cola Yankees Pin. All guests wearing their Little League uniforms will receive free admission from the Box Office (players and coaches).

There will be Food Trucks that will be serving food outside of the stadium beginning at 11:00AM. Food Trucks participating will be Tasty Stacy, Sarge’s BBQ, Disco Donuts, Kona Ice, Enjoi Sweets & Company, Hott Mess, and Street Surfer. After the game, the Tampa Yankees invite kids, ages 14 and under, to run the bases on Steinbrenner Field.

Palma Ceia Little League Challenger Teams will play a game on Steinbrenner Field after the Tampa Yankees game concludes. The Tampa Yankees Actively assist youth baseball and softball programs in the Tampa area to promote the Little League Mission, developing qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork, and physical well-being.

Tickets are $4 for general admission, $6 for reserved seating. Fan can also purchase the Sonny’s BBQ 2-Pack for $20. It includes 2 reserved ticket, 2 Sonny’s BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, 2 sides of mac & cheese, 2 drinks and 2 passes to The Florida Aquarium and can only be purchased at the George M. Steinbrenner Field Box Office.

The Tampa Yankees are the Single A-Advanced affiliate of the New York Yankees. For more information you may contact the Tampa Yankees offices at (813)-673-3055 or visit www.tybaseball.com.

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

Blood Donors Score Naturals Tickets: May 1 – May 15

April 27, 2015-Each Arkansas Blood Institute (ABI) donor May 1 through 15, will score two premium tickets to a Northwest Arkansas Naturals baseball game. Anyone 16 years and older* is urged to come to the ABI donor center at 5300 S. U St., Fort Smith, or find an area blood drive listed on arkbi.org. Vouchers for Monday through Thursday evening games in May will be awarded to donors. Each can be redeemed at the Arvest Ballpark box office for two seats behind the dugout.

“Being an active community partner is extremely important to our organization, and this furthers that initiative for us,” said Naturals General Manager Justin Cole.

A ‘hero’ T-shirt also awaits each donor. If preferred, a donor can forgo the T-shirt to support Global Blood Fund (GBF). For each donor who chooses this option, a contribution to GBF will be made by Arkansas Blood Institute. GBF is a nonprofit that provides blood center technology and supplies to struggling blood centers around the world, so they can meet local needs through voluntary blood donation.

Donors with Arkansas Blood Institute exclusively provide blood needed by all patients in River Valley hospitals and some 15 other medical facilities in the region.

Appointments to donate are not required but can be made at 877-340-8777 or arkbi.org.

* 16 year olds must weigh at least 125 and provide signed parental permission; 17 year olds must weigh at least 125 pounds; 18+ year olds must weigh at least 110 pounds

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Click here to view the original story.

Bees to Host Teacher Appreciation Night

Local Educators Can Attend May 5 Game for Free

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SALT LAKE CITY (April 27, 2015)– The Salt Lake Bees will host their second annual Teacher Appreciation Night on Tuesday, May 5 when the Bees take on the Tacoma Rainiers. Teachers can receive free admission to the game by showing their school I.D. at the box office and can also purchase discounted tickets for family members for just $8.

Teacher Appreciation Night, which is part of the Bees year-round community outreach to support health and wellness, education and youth development, allows the club to honor and thank local educators for their efforts in the classroom. Gates open at 5:35 p.m. with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 p.m.

The Bees have an eight-game homestand May 4-11. Tickets to all Salt Lake Bees home games, can be purchased at Smith’s Ballpark box office, at all Smith’sTix outlets and Smith’s Food & Drug Stores, by phone at 801-325-BEES (2337) or online at www.slbees.com, with no additional fees. This season all Tuesday games are Kellogg’s Kid’s Eat Free Night. Kids 12-and-under will receive a free hot dog, drink and snack at the concession stands.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Salt Lake Bees. Click here to view the original story.

Baysox Seek Military Hero Nominations

Andrews Federal Credit Union Sponsoring Special Card Set

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BOWIE, Md. – The Bowie Baysox are seeking Military Hero Nominations to be used in the Military Heroes Card Set presented by Andrews Federal Credit Union being given away during the game Friday, July 31, 2015. Fans living in the area who know active or retired members of the Armed Forced are encouraged to fill out the nomination form on www.baysox.com.

During Military Heroes Appreciation Night Friday, July 31 15, the Baysox will distribute a 25-35 card set to the first 1,000 fans ages 18 and older featuring active and retired members of the Armed Forces received through the nomination process. The cards will feature photographs and information about their military careers. The Baysox will honor these veterans and/or their families in special ceremonies before and during the game. Baysox fans living in the Maryland and Washington, D.C. region who have family or friends in the military can help the Baysox honor their service by nominating them for this special card set.

“We are very excited to bring this promotion back for a second season,” said Baysox Assistant General Manager Phil Wrye. “It was a great success last year and with our stadium’s close proximity to a number of military bases, there are many more men and women who deserve special recognition for their service. This card set giveaway is another great way to honor local Military Heroes.”

In order for a nomination to be considered, all information in the online form must be completely filled out. The Bowie Baysox will make every attempt to select an even number of nominations from each branch of the service, while also attempting to include Military Heroes that have served in different decades. These are subject to the information received during the nomination process.

Nominations will only be accepted through the online form on www.baysox.com and all nominations must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 14. Following that deadline, the Baysox staff will randomly select 25-35 nominations to be included in the Military Heroes Card Set.

Military Heroes (or their families/relatives) that are included in the Baseball Card Set will be invited to attend the Bowie Baysox game on July 31, 2015 at 6:35 p.m. to take part in ceremonies before and during the game. Each selected nominee will receive four Box Seat Tickets to the game and will also receive additional instructions prior to the game date.

Questions about the nomination process can be directed via email to info@baysox.com. The nomination form can be found online at: http://www.milb.com/content/page.jsp?ymd=20150412&content_id=72248234&fext=.jsp&sid=t418&vkey=.

Baysox Baseball – We’ll Knock Your ‘Sox Off. The Baysox 2015 season, their 23rd as the class Double-A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, is underway at Prince George’s Stadium. Come see some of the top Orioles prospects play here first. To keep up with Baysox news during the season, visit baysox.com.

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

Sea Dogs to Host College Fair on April 29

Students Attending the College Fair Receive Two Tickets to the Sea Dogs Game

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Complete List of Collages Attending

Portland, Maine– The Portland Sea Dogs, Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, will be hosting a College Fair at Hadlock Field from 3:00 to 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 29th prior to that evening’s Sea Dogs game scheduled for 6:00 PM against the Binghamton Mets. More than 60 colleges are expected to participate in the seventh annual event.

The Sea Dogs College Fair, presented by General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, provides students with the unique opportunity to gather information from colleges as well as meet with college admissions counselors in a social setting at a Sea Dogs baseball game.

All students interested in attending the College Fair must have a game ticket for the April 29th Sea Dogs game against the Binghamton Mets. Students are eligible to receive two free tickets to the game; additional tickets can be purchased at the discounted rate of $5.00. Students looking to receive their two free tickets to attend the game and the college fair should contact the Sea Dogs Ticket Office at 207-879-9500.

A $500.00 scholarship, presented by the Sea Dogs will be awarded randomly to one lucky student. The scholarship will be given away during the middle of the fifth inning of that evening’s Sea Dogs game. Students must be present to win.

Each college will have a table set up in the Hadlock Field concourse. Some of the colleges scheduled to participate include Columbia College Chicago, Seton Hall University, University of Maine, University of New Hampshire, University of Southern Maine, and Wheaton College. A complete list of participating schools is available at www.seadogs.com. For more information on the Sea Dogs College Fair, please contact Bryan Pahigian at 207-879-9500 or bpahigian@seadogs.com. The event will be held regardless of weather.
This article originally appeared on the official website of the Portland Sea Dogs. Click here to view the original story.

RailRiders Roll Out READing Railroad Program

August 12 Designated “Library Night” at PNC Field

Moosic, Pa. – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are encouraging children to curl up with a good book this summer as part of their READing Railroad program. The initiative is a library-based reading program that encourages kids to attend their local library, read and then rewards them with a free ticket to a RailRiders game to be themed “Library Night” on Aug. 12.

The launch of the program coincides with the beginning of “Library Appreciation Week,” which runs April 12-18. Registration forms for READing Railroad have already been sent to libraries in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Carbon, Monroe, Pike, Wyoming and Wayne counties.

Children ages 4-12 are eligible to participate. Children participating in the program will receive a bookmark from their participating library. As each child checks out and reads a book, the librarian will check off one of the boxes located on the back of the bookmark. Once the child has completed five books, they can turn in their bookmark at the PNC Field Box Office for their free ticket for the Aug. 12 “Library Night” game. Bookmarks can be redeemed at the box office on or before the Aug. 12 game date.

Kids 12 and under attending the game that night can also eat for free as part of “Kids Eat Free Wednesday,” presented by Minooka Subaru.

The RailRiders begin a three-game series with the Rochester Red Wings (Triple-A/Minnesota Twins) on Monday night at 6:35 p.m. For more information please call (570) 969-BALL (2255) or visit swbrailriders.com.

– SWB RailRiders – All Aboard! –

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. Click here to view the original story.

Spokane Indians Kick Off Reading Challenge

Molina Healthcare proud to sponsor learning program

The Spokane Indians Front Office Staff inform children and OTTO the Mascot about the Reading Challenge presented by Molina Healthcare. (James Snook)
The Spokane Indians Front Office Staff inform children and OTTO the Mascot about the Reading Challenge presented by Molina Healthcare. (James Snook)

SPOKANE, Wash – The Spokane Indians are excited to announce the Spokane Indians Reading Challenge, presented by Molina Healthcare. The reading challenge will encourage and empower local children to learn through reading. The challenge started today at Sheridan Elementary!

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“The Spokane Indians are always working on new ways to give back to the community,” said Otto Klein, the Indians Senior Vice President. “With the help of Molina Healthcare, we were able to bring the Reading Challenge to life.”

Each child at Sheridan Elementary will be given a reading log to keep track of their progress. For every 150 minutes read, each child can earn a new prize as they make their way around the bases:

  • 150 Minutes (1st Base): An autographed OTTO or Doris baseball card
  • 300 Minutes (2nd Base): A free book courtesy of Molina Healthcare
  • 450 Minutes (3rd Base): Special edition Spokane Indians bookmark
  • 600 Minutes (Home Run): Two tickets to a Spokane Indians game

The challenge will run for six weeks, ending on Friday, May 29th. If each child reads just 20 minutes five days a week, they will hit a home run! The classroom with the most minutes logged will win a pizza party with OTTO the Mascot!

“It’s important for kids to begin living a healthy lifestyle at a young age,” said Erica Newton, Community Engagement Coordinator for Molina Healthcare. “Molina Healthcare promotes the exercise of both the body and mind that will ultimately lead to a healthy lifestyle.”

About the Indians

The Indians are the Short Season Class “A” affiliate for the Texas Rangers. Ticket Packages and Group Areas for the 2015 Spokane Indians season are now available! Click here to view the 2015 schedule. For more information, please visit www.spokaneindians.com or call (509) 343-6886 (OTTO). Parking at all Spokane Indians games is FREE!

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

Virginia529 Good Report Card Day is April 19th

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Lynchburg-HillcatsThe Lynchburg Hillcats and Virginia529 College Savings Plan have teamed up to reward high academic achieving students in the local area. All K-8 students with a report card with all A’s and B’s or better, can come to the Lynchburg Hillcats Box Office to earn two free GA tickets for the game on Sunday, April 19 at 2:00pm. Simply fill out this form and bring it along with your report card to the Hillcats Box Office prior to the event anytime Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, or the day of the game to earn your free ticket.

Virginia529Good Report Card students may also participate in a parade on the field before the game! To participate, register at the Virginia529 table on the concourse between 1-1:30pm. The parade will begin at 1:35pm. Plus, all students who turn in the form will be entered into a drawing for a “Hillcat for a Day” Prize Pack!

Virginia529 College Savings Plan is the Official College Savings Plan of the Lynchburg Hillcats. Virginia529 offers four flexible, affordable and tax advantaged programs to help you save in advance for higher education. Visit www.Virginia529.com to learn how you can get started with as little as $25.

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

TD Bank and Sparks Toyota team up for Community Corner program

Two companies to donate nearly 2,000 tickets to non-profits

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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (APRIL 6, 2015) – The Myrtle Beach Pelicans, Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, are pleased to announce that TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, will return as a partner in the Pelicans TD Bank Community Corner program for the 2015 regular season. Joining TD Bank this season is Sparks Toyota. The two organizations will provide approximately 1,750 tickets to local non-profit organizations in Horry and Georgetown counties.

The Community Corner program enters its fifth season, and this year, tickets will be provided for all 70 Pelicans home games. Each night, a non-profit organization will receive 25 tickets as part of the expanded program.

The groups will enjoy a unique night out at TicketReturn.Com Field at Pelicans Ballpark with tickets in the reserved box seating area. The group will have the name of their organization appear on the video board during the game as well.

“Every year it is such a pleasure to work with an organization that cares so much for its community,” said Scott Sharp, Regional Vice President, TD Bank. “The Community Corner Program is dedicated to giving back and providing a wonderful opportunity for its residents and we are thrilled to support such meaningful efforts.”

“We are proud to partner with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and TD Bank to provide tickets for our local nonprofit organizations,” said Patrick Sparks, General Manager of Sparks Toyota. “Giving back to our community has been a cornerstone belief for Sparks Toyota for over 30 years and we are thrilled to have this opportunity.”

Non-profits interested in joining the TD Bank Community Corner program are encouraged to contact Becca Holtgreive, Pelicans Community Relations Assistant, by telephone at (843) 918-6003 or by e-mail at BHoltgreive@MyrtleBeachPelicans.com.

The 2015 season marks the 17th season for the franchise and first as the Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. The Pelicans begin their defense of their 2014 Southern Division Championship on Thursday, April 9, when the team plays host to the Wilmington Blue Rocks at TicketReturn.Com Field at Pelicans Ballpark at 7:05 p.m. Season Seats, Mini Plans, Flex Books, and single game tickets for the 2015 season are on sale now For information on tickets to see the Pelicans in 2015, please call (843) 918-6000, e-mail info@myrtlebeachpelicans.com, or visit www.MyrtleBeachPelicans.com, or visit the Pelicans box office, which is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

About TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®

TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S., providing more than 8 million customers with a full range of retail, small business and commercial banking products and services at approximately 1,300 convenient locations throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Metro D.C., the Carolinas and Florida. In addition, TD Bank and its subsidiaries offer customized private banking and wealth management services through TD Wealth®, and vehicle financing and dealer commercial services through TD Auto Finance. TD Bank is headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J. To learn more, visit www.tdbank.com. Find TD Bank on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TDBank and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/TDBank_US.

TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is a member of TD Bank Group and a subsidiary of The Toronto-Dominion Bank of Toronto, Canada, a top 10 financial services company in North America. The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges under the ticker symbol “TD”. To learn more, visit www.td.com.

About Sparks Toyota

Sparks Toyota works to provide each and every one of their customers with the best experience possible. For more than 33 years, Sparks Toyota has been proudly serving the Grand Strand with a continuous commitment to the community. Their loyal customers have made it possible for for them to donate over $500,000 to many local civic and charitable organizations.

The Spark Toyota team of highly qualified professionals knows there’s more to this industry than just selling cars; they value one-on-one relationships with every one of their customers and take the time to build them. Customers can trust that Sparks Toyota will find them the car or truck they want with professionalism and attention to their needs.

From new and used Toyota vehicles, to auto loans and OEM car parts, Sparks Toyota really is the one and only full-service dealership you need. Whether you need vehicle repair, financial assistance, a new car or anything else, their friendly and knowledgeable staff will point you in the right direction. Visit the newly expanded dealership and check out everything that Sparks Toyota has to offer at 4855 Highway 501 Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. They go the extra mile to make sure your car-buying and servicing experience is quick and hassle-free! Sparks Toyota-where the dealer’s always in.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Click here to view the original story.

Muckdogs Announce “Hit the Books” Reading Program

The Batavia Muckdogs today announced the start of their reading program, designed to promote reading amongst the youth of the local communities. Along with the help of NYs 529 College Savings Program, 2015 will mark the third year of the “HIT THE BOOKS with the Batavia Muckdogs” reading program.

As part of this program, the Muckdogs have provided various schools and libraries across local counties with customized bookmarks. On the back of these bookmarks, children can have a parent, guardian, teacher, or librarian initial each time they complete a book. When a child completes 10 books, they can redeem the bookmark at the Dwyer Stadium box office for a FREE TICKET to any Sunday-Thursday Batavia Muckdogs’ game! In addition to the free ticket, the child will also receive a prize courtesy of NYs 529 College Savings Program. If a child reads 20 books, they will be entered into a drawing to win a backpack with school supplies, provided by NYs 529 College Savings Program; along with the opportunity to throw out a first pitch at a Muckdogs game.

In addition to the many participating schools, bookmarks will be made available to children at the following local libraries:

  • Richmond Library (Batavia)
  • Lee-Whedon Memorial Library (Medina)
  • Byron-Bergen Public Library
  • Haxton Memorial Library (Oakfield)
  • Hoag Library (Albion)
  • Pavilion Public Library
  • Corfu Free Library
  • Woodward Memorial Library (LeRoy)
  • Holley Community Free Library

Any questions about the reading program, bookmarks, or redeeming for tickets can be answered by Mike Ewing, at 585-343-5454 x 1005.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

Hit the Books Underway in Area Elementary Schools

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Annual reading program assists children in setting & achieving goals

Missoula-OspreyThe Missoula Osprey with help of their partners, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Sylvan Learning, kicked off the club’s biggest and most successful community program, Hit the Books, in nearly 30 area elementary schools.

The Osprey started the Hit the Books Reading Program in their inaugural season in 1999 and have seen participation grow over time. 4,777 students spanning 241 classrooms are participating in the 2015 edition of Hit the Books, where annually nearly 50,000 books are read.

“Hit the Books is one of the best reading programs in all of professional baseball,” Osprey Vice President/General Manager Jeff Griffin said. “The program is incentive based designed for Missoula-area students to set goals and follow through with achieving them over a seven week period.”

Hit the Books is set up like a baseball game, meaning there are nine innings (three books equals one inning), where students receive a different prize for each inning completed. Every student that participates gets a letter of achievement and is entered to win a Kindle Reader. Other prizes include Osprey themed school supplies, an exclusive dessert party with team mascot Ollie, and ticket vouchers to an Osprey game. Over $100,000 in prizes was awarded to area students in 2014.

The program culminates with a celebration at one of eleven Osprey home games designated as Hit the Books Nights, where students are honored for their achievements.

“The program wouldn’t be what it is today without the support of our partners,” Griffin said. “We are also very proud of all of time the students and teachers put in to make it a success. Educators tell us the program helps motivate students as summer vacation approaches.”

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