Shorebirds Announce Special Theme Nights for 2012 Season
Published on March 19, 2012 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Delmarva Shorebirds News Release
Salisbury, Md. - The Delmarva Shorebirds, class "A" affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, are excited to unveil the theme nights scheduled for the 2012 season at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium. Brand new in 2012, the Shorebirds have organized themed giveaway nights centered around giving fans the chance to win prizes based on a particular theme.
The Shorebirds have packed the schedule with over 20 separate theme nights spread throughout the season.
For each of the themed giveaway nights, fans will have a chance to win prizes after each inning plus one fan will leave with a grand prize item(s). The four themed giveaway nights are: Home Series Theme presented by Pepsi & Sam's Club (April 12), Romance Theme sponsored by Common Ground (May 13), Man Cave (June 17) and Maryland Sports (July 27). For the home series giveaway night, fans will have the chance to win items normally found around the home. The romance theme giveaway will feature prizes ideal for couples. The 'man cave' giveaway theme will have prizes perfect for a lounge area in your home while the Maryland sports theme giveaway will allow fans the chance to win tickets to amateur, college and professional sporting events around the state. On July 15, the Shorebirds will host Electronics Night presented by Best Buy. Fans will have the chance to win excellent electronics items including: Blue Ray player, iPod, DVD player, Blue-Tooth Jawbone and more. One grand prize winner will leave the stadium with a 46-inch flat screen television.
The Shorebirds have three character appearances and one national act scheduled for the season. On April 29, the character Plex from Yo Gabba Gabba will appear at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium. On May 11, the Shorebirds will celebrate Sherman's birthday with Mascot Mania presented by Sherwood of Salisbury. A slew of local and regional mascots will be in attendance including Poe the Raven from the Baltimore Ravens. Then, on July 29, Wubbzy from the animated comedy Wow! Wow! Wubbzy will be at the stadium. Fans can purchase meet-and-greet tickets for all three character appearances which include a ticket to the game, an all-you-can-eat buffet in the Hardball Cafe and a chance to meet and take pictures with the character. The nationally renowned travelling act, Inflatamaniacs, will return to Arthur W. Perdue Stadium on April 27 to entertain fans of all ages. The inflatable characters have traveled the country performing at professional and college sporting events. To learn more about the Inflatamaniacs, click here.
"The new themed giveaway nights are really unique because numerous fans per theme night will leave with exciting prizes," said Shorebirds general manager Chris Bitters. "Our specialty events are put together to keep things fresh every night at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium."
The Shorebirds will host three separate jersey auction nights in 2012. On July 3, in recognition of Independence Day, the Shorebirds players and coaches will wear patriotic uniforms that will be auctioned off after the game. The proceeds will once again benefit the Military Assistance Program (MAPS). On June 15, the Shorebirds will wear custom Delmarva Rockfish uniforms that will be auctioned off following the game. The Rockfish played at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium in the Maryland Fall League back in 1998. The league, which existed for just one season, featured some of the top prospects in Minor League Baseball. The Shorebirds will also wear special jerseys for NFL night on August 17 that will be up for auction. Part of the proceeds from the auction will go towards Relay for Life, which will be held on September 21 at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.
On July 1, the Shorebirds will host Agriculture Day at Perdue Stadium presented by Common Ground. The team will highlight the importance of the agriculture industry on the Eastern Shore and educate fans on ways to get involved in the Eastern Shore Recovery Foundation.
Two annual picnics return for the 2012 season. On July 28, fans can enjoy a Pig Roast at the stadium as part of Luau Night. Then, on August 10, we're hosting a Crab Feast during the game. Tickets to the picnics include: entry to the game, a buffet style meal and reserved seating in the Picnic Pavilion.
The Shorebirds will bring back Pets in the Park Day on Sunday, June 10. Fans are encouraged to bring their dogs to Perdue Stadium to enjoy an afternoon game together. Other returning theme nights include Boy Scout Night (June 8) and Girl Scout Night (July 13). Scouts get the chance to sleepover on the field after the game on the field. The Shorebirds have exciting giveaways planned for both nights. The second Shorebirds poster giveaway falls on Boy Scout Night while the tumbler cup giveaway presented by Dr. Susan Vickers is slated for Girl Scout Night. Faith and Family night presented by Mountaire Farms will be held on July 14. There will be a postgame Christian-based concert and a fireworks show. To close the season, the Shorebirds will host Fan Appreciation Night on August 30.
The Hit the Books program, the largest non-school funded reading program on the Eastern Shore, will host participants at seven games during the 2012 season. The initiative, powered by Dr. James M. Crouse, reaches over 100 schools and 40,000 students on the Eastern Shore.
Please find a complete list of all the theme nights planned for the 2012 season below.
. Home Series Theme Giveaway presented by Pepsi & Sam's Club (April 12)
. Bayside Baseball Night (April 15)
. Field of Dreams Days presented by Miss Utility (April 25, May 16)
. College Night (April 26)
. Inflatamaniacs Appearance (April 27)
. Plex from Yo Gabba Gabba (April 29)
. First Responders Night (May 10)
. Mascot Mania/Sherman's Birthday presented by Sherwood of Salisbury (May 11)
. Romance Theme Giveaway presented by Common Ground (May 13)
. Memorial Day Picnic (May 27)
. Boy Scout Night (June 8)
. Pets in the Park (June 10)
. Agriculture Day presented by Common Ground (July 1)
. Summer Camp Day (June 27)
. Support Our Troops Night/Jersey Auction (July 3)
. Girl Scout Night presented by Dr. Susan Vickers (July 13)
. Faith and Family Night presented by Mountaire Farms (July 14)
. Electronics Night presented by Best Buy (July 15)
. Maryland Sports Theme Giveaway (July 27)
. Wubbzy Appearance from Wow! Wow! Wubbzy (July 29)
. NFL Night/Jersey Auction (August 17)
. Float for the Fund (August 19)
. Fan Appreciation Night (August 30)
The Shorebirds open the 2012 season with a special exhibition game against Salisbury University on April 3 at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium. The South Atlantic League home opener is scheduled for April 12 at 7:05 PM against defending champions, Greensboro.
For tickets and more information, contact the Shorebirds at 410-219-3112 or visit us online at www.theshorebirds.com.
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