
Spring = Griffins Playoff Hockey + Flowers
Published on April 30, 2009 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release
In celebration of the Griffins' North Division Finals playoff series against the Manitoba Moose, Griff and dozens of red-shirted Griffins staffers will hit the downtown streets at lunchtime on Friday to give out a red rose to each person they encounter.
The 500 roses from Sunnyslope Floral will each be attached to a card (see below) promoting Games 3-5 between the Griffins and Moose at Van Andel Arena on Monday, May 4, Wednesday, May 6 and (if necessary) Friday, May 8.
Each card also contains a simple poem:
Roses are red, the Griffins are hot
Support your home team, the Van is the spot!
WHEN: Friday, May 1 from noon to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown streets and landmarks, including:
- Van Andel Arena plaza
- Rosa Parks Circle - Griff will pass out roses at noon
- Calder Plaza
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