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Lehigh Valley IronPigs

National Pig Day At CCP This Saturday

February 26, 2010 - International League (IL1)
Lehigh Valley IronPigs News Release


In honor of National Pig Day, single-game tickets for each of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs 72 home games at Coca-Cola Park - as well as limited ticket packages to the 2010 Triple-A All-Star Game -- will go on sale to the general public Saturday, Feb. 27, at 9 a.m.

In addition to single-game ticket sales commencing, festivities to celebrate National Pig Day weekend are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The list of festivities appears below:

* Pig Roast - Beginning at 9 a.m., fans can receive complimentary pork sandwiches while supplies last.

* Live Music - Performances to take place in the AT&T Plaza. Acts TBD.

* Pig Tales in the Barnyard and Kids Activities (11 a.m. to Noon) - Back by popular demand, there will be a special National Pig Day version of "Pig Tales in the Barnyard" in the Majestic Clubhouse Store. Children will also have the opportunity to take part in free face painting.

* Take a Swing in the Batting Cages (Noon to 2 p.m.) - Fans are encouraged to get ready for the season by taking a few swings in the IronPigs indoor batting cages (limited to five swings per person). Purchase of a game ticket is necessary to participate.

* Complimentary Hot Dogs, Coca-Cola products and hot chocolate - Available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (while supplies last)

* Prizes, Music and More - Raffles and drawings will allow fans to win special prizes.

* Appearances by FeRROUS, FeFe and Pork Racers - The loveable IronPigs mascots along with Diggity, Hambone and Chris P. Bacon will be entertaining throughout the day!

National Pig Day was inspired by a Texas school teacher and has been recognized annually since 1972 - and by the IronPigs since their inception in 2008.

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