11th Annual Hot Stove Banquet a huge hit
Published on January 23, 2007 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release
Fans are still raving about the Cedar Rapids Kernels 11th Annual Hot Stove Banquet held Thursday, January 18th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Cedar Rapids.
The banquet, which featured Angels Manager Mike Scioscia as the guest speaker, drew 375 people and raised over $10,000 for the Kernels Foundation via a silent and live auctions, raffles and ticket proceeds.
Four individuals were enshrined into the Cedar Rapids Baseball Hall of Fame at the banquet. They are Paul O'Neill, Ron Plaza, Don 'Bucky' Buchheister and Harold 'Pinky' Primrose. Those four will be honored in pre-game ceremonies at a Kernels home game this season.
The Kernels have raised over $90,000 for local charities through previous banquets. Past beneficiaries have been Tanager Place and The Arc of East Central Iowa.
The long-term purpose and vision of the Kernels Foundation is to ensure that all youth in eastern Iowa have the opportunity to experience the thrills and life-enhancing lessons that come from engaging in athletics and recreational activities. The Foundation has assisted Jane Boyd Community House and the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.
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