IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

G-Braves Homestand Highlights; June 23-30

Published on June 18, 2009 under International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


Braves fans can now enjoy the Braves stars of the future and present with a unique four game package! The package includes tickets for two Gwinnett Braves games and two Atlanta Braves Games at a discounted price. The package is available for purchase at the Gwinnett Stadium Box Office or by visiting the ticket page at braves.com.

Tuesday, June 23 - Buffalo Bisons (New York Mets) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:00 p.m.

- 12Stone Tuesday Charity Nights - The Gwinnett Braves welcome the Gwinnett County Special Olympics. Special Olympics athletes will take part in a pre-game parade around the field and will have a representative throw out the first pitch and receive 10th Man honors.

- 2-for-1 Tuesdays - The G-Braves and Kraft Singles have teamed up to offer fans two-for-one pricing on Tuesdays at Gwinnett Stadium. Bring in a Kraft Singles Wrapper and receive a buy-one-get-one-free offer on all Baseline Box and Berm seating. Offer is subject to availability.

Wednesday, June 24 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:00 p.m.

- Wednesday Concert Series - Athens most talented winner Tealvox will perform pre-game on the plaza.

- Wendy's Wednesdays - Wendy's is the proud sponsor for all Wednesday home games.

Thursday, June 25 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:00 p.m.

- 70's Night -Gwinnett Stadium goes retro with a 70's theme that includes decade specific outfits, music and video clips. Five lucky contestants will boogie down a Soul Train line and staff will wear afros and far out threads. Cats (a.k.a. fans) that feel the funk and sport their best 70's Afro, Leisure Suit, or Bell Bottoms that evening will receive a half-price Field Box ticket. Can you dig it?

Friday, June 26 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:00 p.m.

- The San Diego Chicken Presented by Chick-fil-A - Fans already know the hardest working groundhog in Gwinnett County and now they will have the opportunity to meet the hardest working chicken in sports and entertainment. When the Famous Chicken comes flapping to Gwinnett Stadium later this month, he will perform his legendary head-turning, comedic, show stopping skits throughout the game. Two skits will also feature the Chick-fil-A cows and one lucky Chick-fil-A customer. Fans may enter to win the chance to perform with the Famous Chicken at any Gwinnett County Chick-fil-A location. Following the game, the San Diego Chicken will sign autographs for fans.

- Mini Cow Giveaway Presented by Chick-fil-A - Chick-fil-A will giveaway mini cows to the first 5,000 people in attendance.

- 50/50 Raffle - Volunteers from the Foster Children's Foundation will sell 50/50 Raffle Tickets. One lucky fan will go home with half of the pot, with the other half going to the Foster Children Foundation's and Braves Foundation.

Saturday, June 27 - Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Honey Night Presented by the National Honey Board - Everyone loves honey! Enjoy especially sweet features and learn more about The Official Natural Energy Booster of the Gwinnett Braves. The Honey Bear mascot will make an appearance and throw out the first pitch, fans completing a Honey Survey will get a Honey Bear bobblehead and the National Honey Board will raffle off an autographed Gwinnett Braves jersey. Fans will also receive a bottle of honey as they exit the stadium.

- 50/50 Raffle - Volunteers from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) will sell 50/50 Raffle Tickets. One lucky fan will go home with half of the pot, with the other half going to JDRF and the Braves Foundation.

- Autographs - Select players will sign autographs outside the team store from 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 28 - Louisville Bats vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:00p.m.

- Mascot Mania - Chopper is inviting his friends to Gwinnett Stadium for an afternoon of fun! Special festivities include a dance-off, Tug o War, races and mingling with the best fans in baseball. Expected guests are Freddie Falcon (Atlanta Falcons), Thrash (Atlanta Thrashers), Harry the Hawk (Atlanta Hawks), Handy (790 The Zone), Maximus (Gwinnett Gladiators), Pounce (Georgia State) and Gus (Georgia Southern).

- RaceTrac Race Around the Bases - Fans 12 and under are invited to run the bases following the game. Chopper's Clubhouse members have a VIP line for the run.

- Chick-fil-A Family Toss - Families are invited to play catch in the outfield following the game.

- Chopper's Clubhouse - All Chopper's Clubhouse members receive half-price tickets to all Sunday games. Visit gwinnettbraves.com to join the official kids club of the Gwinnett Braves.

Monday, June 29 - Louisville Bats vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- 680 The Fan Monday - The 680 The Fan promotions team will be set up on the stadium plaza passing out prizes.

- Eagle Ranch - The Gwinnett Braves welcome Eagle Ranch (eagleranch.org) to the ballpark. A child from Eagle Ranch will throw the first pitch with Hall-of-Famer Phil Niekro and Eagle Ranch Executive Director Eddie Staub will be the evening's 10th Man.

Tuesday, June 30 - Louisville Bats vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:05 p.m.

- 2-for-1 Tuesdays - The G-Braves and Kraft Singles have teamed up to offer fans two-for-one pricing on Tuesdays at Gwinnett Stadium. Bring in a Kraft Singles Wrapper and receive a buy-one-get-one-free offer on all Baseline Box and Berm seating. Offer is subject to availability.

- 12Stone Tuesday Charity Nights - The Gwinnett Braves welcome Lawrenceville Cooperative. Lawrenceville Cooperative seeks to preserve their clients' dignity while encouraging self-responsibility and spiritual growth. They strive to create a cooperative relationship between area agencies and churches and serve as a clearinghouse to screen needs and to make the most effective use of resources.

Gwinnett Braves 2009 individual tickets, starting as low as $5, are available at gwinnettbraves.com, the Gwinnett Stadium Box Office, all TicketMaster outlets, and by calling 1-800-745-3000.

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