
1956-57 Petes Team to be Honoured at 60th Season Opener
Published on September 21, 2015 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Peterborough Petes News Release
(Peterborough, ON)- On Thursday, September 24, 2015, the Peterborough Petes will host the Ottawa 67's for the home opener of the Petes' 60th season. Members of the original 1956-57 team will be recognized at centre ice before the game as a symbol of the success and longevity of the Petes. Thursday's game will also be a $5 student night, as Friday is a PA Day for most local students.
In addition to honouring original members of the team, Petes fans in attendance at the game will be given opportunities to win amazing prizes including a new 2015 Toyota Corolla, a season ticket, signed Petes jersey, and one of sixty $100 Petes Store gift cards. To learn how to win these prizes and more, fans are encouraged to sign up for the Petes Insider.
Before the game, from 5:00-6:30pm, fans are invited to attend the free Home Opener Kickoff Party in the Northeast Corner of the PMC parking lot. The event will feature live music by Nathan Jackson, face painting by Faces by 2, a selection of bouncy castles by Bouncers Are Us, and a paid BBQ by Brown's Fine Foods. During the game, Brown's will be offering a special $4 popcorn and pop student night special.
Tickets are still available here for Thursday's home opener, or by calling (705) 743-3561. To sign up for the Petes Insider, click here or visit GoPetesGo.com and click on the "News" tab.
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