Friday, May 23, 2014

This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park (May 23-26)

http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20140523&content_id=76495456&vkey=pr_phi&c_id=phi

FROM PHILLIES


LOS ANGELES DODGERS (May 23-25)
FRIDAY: 7:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 5:05 p.m.; Other gates - 5:35 p.m. … Broadcast: NBC10, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP and 1680 WTTM.
  • Eleanor Rush Intermediate School Night. National Anthem: Eleanor Rush Intermediate School Music Makers Choir.
  • The Rollins Family Foundation Check Presentation proceeds from their recent Taste of the World: Bollywood Bash event will be presented on-field.
  • Postgame EventMarkus Schulz, international EDM superstar and one of the biggest DJ/producers in the world, will host a special electronic dance music event. The First and Third Base ticket windows will open for 20 minutes after the game for fans wishing to attend the concert only.First Ball: Schulz will also throw a ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.
  • Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SATURDAY: 3:05 p.m. … Gate openings: All Gates - 1:05 p.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
  • Phillies Wives Save a Pet at the Park:
    • First Base Plaza from 1:05-4:35 p.m.:
      • Come say hello to adoptable dogs and cats
      • Donate new pet toys and gently used blankets.
      • Mystery Balls autographed by players/coaches will be on sale, while supplies last.
      • Phillies Charities, Inc. Silent Auction featuring one-of-a-kind, game-used and signed memorabilia.
      • All benefits PSPCA!
  • Bark in the Park, presented by PSPCA (SOLD OUT).
  • Citizens Bank Park Saturdays: Phillies Alumnus and 2008 World Series Champion, Pedro Feliz, will throw out the first ball.
  • Newtown Kindness Award Presentation: Christian Bucks, a second grader from York, Pa., will be honored on-field for his creation of the "Buddy Bench," a bench where kids can go if they are feeling lonely or need someone to play with. Bucks hopes to help eliminate bullying nationwide as Buddy Benches are appearing across the country. This award was established by the family of Charlotte Bacon who lost her life in the Newtown, CT school tragedy and honors kids for coming up with ideas to show acts of kindness.
  • MLB Honorary Bat Girl. Terry Moser, from Toms River, NJ, a breast cancer survivor will be accompanied by her best friend, Donna Grocki, who nominated her for the honor.
  • National Anthem: Owen J. Roberts Middle School Varsity Singers (Reading, Pa.).
  • Special Welcome: PA Promise for Children.
  • Color Guard: Burlington City High School Color Guard.
  • Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SUNDAY: 1:35 p.m. … Gate openings: All Gates - 11:35 a.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
  • Celebrate Sundays at Citizens Bank Park! Highlights include:
    • Pregame: $10 Family Pack available exclusively at all South Philadelphia Market stands from the time that gates open until first pitch. Choose from a combination of three items (regular popcorn, soft pretzel, hot dog or regular soda) all for just $10.
    • In-Game: Complimentary face painting on the concourse, $5 Ice Cream Sundaes and Root Beer Floats at Harry the K's starting in the 4th inning.
  • IBEW Local 98 Ryne Sandberg Louisville Slugger Bat DayAll kids 14 and under will receive a full-size, plastic replica bat. First Ball: representing IBEW Local 98.
  • Pregame performance on-field by North Schuylkill and Weatherly Area High Schools.
  • Blessed Trinity Regional School Day. National Anthem: Blessed Trinity Regional School Choir (Philadelphia, Pa.).
  • God Bless America: Phillies R U Game? Runner-up, Timothy Bolognone.
  • Book Signing: Jayson Stark will sign copies of his book Wild Pitches on the main concourse behind section 111, adjacent to the NewsStand from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
  • Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
COLORADO ROCKIES (May 26)
MONDAY: 5:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 3:05 p.m.; Other gates - 3:35 p.m. … Broadcast: CSN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP and 1680 WTTM.
  • Salute to Veterans.
    • On this Memorial Day, join the Phillies for a special pregame salute to our nation's veterans, beginning on-field at 4:40 p.m.
    • Veterans honored from each of the wars in which America has been involved will be introduced.
    • National Anthem & America the BeautifulUS Army Chorus Quartet.
    • God Bless America: SSG Jesse Neace.
    • Color Guard: All Service Color Guard.
  • Hatfield Phillies Franks Dollar Dog Night. Nothing says summer like a dollar dog at the ballpark!
  • Charitable Ticket Program: Hamels' Heroes (Liberty USO of PA and South Jersey).
  • Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
Traffic:            Motorists are reminded they can log on to www.511pa.comwww.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone before or after the game to check traffic conditions on major highways surrounding the Sports Complex.
Phandom:        Fans are encouraged to check-in using the At the Ballpark, Citizens Bank Park's official mobile app! Fans can also follow the action before and during the game via @Phillies onTwitter, also featuring in-game "tweet your ticket" and other special opportunities. Plus, check out MLB.com's At Bat App for lots more.
Extra! Extra!    The 2014 Phillies Official Yearbook featuring a look back at ten years of baseball played at Citizens Bank Park, available at the Majestic Clubhouse Store or ballpark NewsStands.
50/50 Tickets The Phillies Charities Inc. 50/50 Drawing will be held at every Phillies home game this season! Ticket sales will begin when gates open and close immediately after the 7th inning stretch. For more info, visit here.
Check it out:   Fans are invited to take self-guided tours of the Top 10 Moments of Citizens Bank Park, which are pictured on large hanging displays throughout the main concourse of Citizens Bank Park. More than 43,000 online votes on phillies.com were cast to select these top moments in the history of Citizens Bank Park.

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