Bears Start Second Half with a Bang
Published on July 5, 2010 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Newark Bears News Release
(Newark, N.J., Jul. 5, 2010) - The Newark Bears return to Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium on Thursday to start their quest for a second-half Freedom Division title. The Bears will face the Long Island Ducks in a four-game series before the Bridgeport Bluefish come to town for a three-game midweek slate on Tuesday.The Bears have been explosive at home, blasting 48 round trippers at the "Den" in the first half and collecting 14 victories. Here's what you can expect over the seven-game home stand:
Thursday, July 8, 6:35 p.m. vs. Long Island (5:35 gates)
The Bears are back in town and face the Ducks to start the second half. It's "Thirsty Thursday", presented by Budweiser and Pepsi. Fans can enjoy their favorite beer and soda at discounted prices throughout the night while cheering on their favorite baseball team.
Friday, July 9, 7:05 p.m. vs. Long Island (6:05 gates) - The Bears are hosting Ticket Amnesty Night, which means that all unused tickets can be exchanged for premium box seat tickets as they battle the Ducks. Any ticket will be accepted, from Devils to Nets, Yankees to Mets and even old Bears tickets from this season or seasons past. Don't have unused tickets? Take advantage of our "Family Four Pack" promotion, where you can get four box seats and four meal vouchers (good for a hot dog, hamburger or personal pizza, along with chips and a soft drink) for just $50! You can purchase your four-packs online at www.newarkbears.com by using the promo code 4PACK during checkout.
Saturday, July 10, 7:05 p.m. vs. Long Island (6:05 gates) - Newark and Long Island continue their series. The Bears have partnered with UMDNJ to help launch the Mom2Mom Program designed for mothers of children with developmental disabilities and special needs. It will awesome be Autism Awareness Day. Immediately following the game, fans will be treated to a post-game fireworks extravaganza, presented by July4Ever. Take advantage of our Family Four Pack, where for just $50 dollars, fans receive Four Premium Box Seat Tickets and Four Meal Vouchers (good for Hot Dog, Hamburger or Pizza along with chips and a soft drink). Family Four Pack Tickets can be purchased at the stadium box office or online, using the promo code: 4PACK.
Sunday, July 11, 6:00 p.m. vs. Long Island (5:00 gates) - The Bears and Ducks conclude their series as the schedule rolls back to a later Sunday start time. Get to the park early and head down to the concourse for a pre-game autograph session. After the game, fans are invited down o the field to run the bases during Kids Run the Bases. All this is part of "Sunday Funday", presented by PSEG. The Bears and Healthfirst Health Plan of New Jersey will host their first of two July clinic dates. The clinic will run from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and kids should arrive at ballpark at 3:30 p.m. Family Four Pack Tickets are available for just $50 dollars and can be purchased at the stadium box office or online, using the promo code: 4PACK.
Tuesday, July 13, 11:05 a.m. vs. Bridgeport (10:05 gates) -
After a day-off on Monday, the Bears welcome the Bridgeport Bluefish for a three-game series. Newark will host the first camp day of the summer, as campers from around the tri-state will descend on Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium. Come out and cheer on your Bears in this summer weekday morning tilt.
Wednesday, July 14, 6:35 p.m. vs. Bridgeport (5:35 gates) -
The Bears and "Fish battle in the second game of the midweek series. Newark continues the "Kids Eat Free" Wednesdays, presented by Dr. Thomas Haveron. Kids 12 and under with a paid adult get to eat for free throughout the night. Free food and good baseball makes kids happy.
Thursday, July 15, 6:35 p.m. vs. Bridgeport (5:35 gates) -
Newark wraps up the first home stand of the second half against Bridgeport. The fans again have another chance to enjoy "Thirsty Thursday", presented by Budweiser and Pepsi. Enjoy a summer evening with great baseball, great beverages and your hometown team.
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