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Clunker Car Giveaway Tonight, World Cup Soccer Tomorrow, and More

Published on June 11, 2010 under Eastern League (EL1)
Reading Fightin Phils News Release


(Reading, PA) - The Reading Phillies 2010 season, presented by Pepsi is in full swing, and tonight at 7:05 p.m. the club will continue an explosive seven-game homestand at America's Classic Ballpark as they welcome the Richmond Flying Squirrels for the first of four-straight games.

Tonight's Game Features: Tonight, at 7:05 p.m., the R-Phils host the Richmond Flying Squirrels in the opening game of an exciting four-game series. The R-Phils will feature a "Yo Pimp My Ride" Clunker Car Giveaway, thanks to Rock Hits Y102. Fans 18 and older, who want to win a clunker car, will have their one and only opportunity on Friday evening.

More great music is on tap for tonight as well, and the R-Phils will welcome Uncle Thirsty to the Classic Café stage for a pre-game concert from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Happy Hour, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. is back as well, and all fans 21 years and over can enjoy $1.00 off select beers. Uncle Thirsty will return to the Classic Café for a post-game concert, and the R-Phils also have post-game fireworks, thanks to CTCE Federal Credit Union.

Tonight is also the first Celebrate Your Faith Night of 2010, and it is the 8th season the R-Phils will hold this special night at the park. On Celebrate Your Faith nights, faith based groups are invited to meet with Reading Phillies players during the pre-game. During the gatherings, which run for about 20 minutes, the R-Phils discuss their faith and the role it plays in their lives as professional athletes striving to make it to the Major Leagues.

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Get An R-Phils Neck Tie On Sunday, June 20, the R-Phils have a special Father's Day planned at America's Classic Ballpark. The first 2,000 men, 18 and older, will receive a Father's Day R-Phils America's Classic Ballpark Neck Tie, thanks to Friends of the Reading Police K-9 Unit. Buy Tickets

R-Phils Oven Mitt On Tuesday, June 22, the first 2,500 adults who enter FirstEnergy Stadium will receive an R-Phils Over Mitt, courtesy of Berks Agricultural Resource Network. Buy Tickets

Baseballtown High School All-Star Game, FIFA World Cup, & More On Saturday, June 12 On Saturday, June 12, the Reading Phillies have a day full of events planned, and fans of all ages can enjoy an exciting day at America's Classic Ballpark. Beginning with the 10:05 a.m. Baseballtown High School All-Star Game, and continuing with the viewing of the 2010 FIFA World Cup on the video board, fans will want to come out to the park early on Saturday for a day full of exciting events, which also includes musical performances, and much more. Details

Hey Kids! Sunday, June 13 is Screwball's Birthday -- Celebrate at FirstEnergy Stadium The first 2,000 kids in attendance will receive an R-Phils Greats Collectors Baseball #4 featuring Screwball and the R-Phils Mascot Band, thanks to Sunbelt Snacks and Cereals. Baseballtown will be in quite the festive mood, as we celebrate Screwball's birthday along with some mascot friends, including Clifford the Big Red Dog and Telebear. Both Clifford and Telebear will be on hand for a meet and greet photo session, thanks to PBS39. Details

9th Annual Morning Game at 9:35 AM on Monday, June 14 The R-Phils and Flying Squirrles will face each other for the final time in Reading for 2010 on Monday, June 14 at 9:35 a.m. for the 9th Annual Morning Game, presented by 830 AM WEEU and 69 News Berks Edition. Fans will want to arrive early, as the R-Phils will hand out free coffee and free hot dogs from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Also, as a special treat, the first 2,000 adults who come out to the morning game will receive an R-Phils Travel Mug, courtesy of Take Two Bagels. Before the game, fans can take part in the R-Phils Annual Stroll Around the Warning Track, thanks to 830 AM WEEU and 69 News Berks Edition, and fans can enjoy a special pre-game performance from singer Tony Farina. Buy Tickets

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Capital BlueCross 4 for $48 Family Nights -- Offered EVERY Friday For just $48, a family of four can receive four yellow box seats, four sodas, and four hot dogs every Friday night, thanks to Capital BlueCross. Also as part of this great deal, the family of four will receive a family photo with a player, a player autograph session, and the opportunity to play catch on the field. Details

Want More Food When You Visit FirstEnergy Stadium? The Reading Phillies offer any fan the opportunity to add the all-you-can-eat Deck Buffet to any ticket, (Blue Box, Yellow Box, Red Reserved, or General Admission) for only $11. The $11 wristband will grant you access to the 2 1/2 hour all-you-can-eat Deck Buffet located out in left field. Add All-You-Can-Eat to Any Ticket for only $11

Father's Day is Right Around the Corner, Treat Your Dad to a Reading Phillies Game On Sunday, June 20, the R-Phils have a special Father's Day planned at America's Classic Ballpark. The first 2,000 men, 18 and older, will receive a Father's Day R-Phils America's Classic Ballpark Neck Tie, thanks to Friends of the Reading Police K-9 Unit. As part of the Father's Day celebration, there will be a Father's Day post-game Play Catch on the Field with Dad, courtesy of 830 AM WEEU/69 News Berks Edition. Also, it's Dollar Dog Day, thanks to Berks Packing and Stroehmann's. Buy Tickets

Thomas the Train and Friends on Sunday, June 20 Come out and join the FUN as "Thomas and Friends" Celebrates its 65th Anniversary at FirstEnergy Stadium. There will be cake for fans as they enter the ballpark, sing-along to Happy Birthday, color a picture of Thomas, and see a special message from Thomas and Friends on the stadium video board. If you love Thomas and Friends, you will want to be at the ballpark to celebrate! Buy Tickets

Mr. Belding is Coming to FirstEnergy Stadium on Wednesday, June 23 Dennis Haskins, better known and loved by fans as Mr. Belding, will be on hand for a special Mr. Belding School's Out Teacher night on Wednesday, June 23. The lovable principal on one of television's most popular teen shows ever, Saved By The Bell, will treat fans that enter the turnstiles for the 7:05 p.m. game against the Bowie Baysox, to an event like no other. Fans will have the chance to meet Mr. Belding during an autograph session, presented by Berks Technical Institute, and will even have the opportunity to hear Mr. Belding sing karaoke, during a pre-game karaoke party beginning at 5:00, presented by Rock Hits Y102. Buy Tickets

Crazy Hot Dog Vendor Look-A-Like T-Shirts on Sunday, July 11 On Sunday, July 11, fans of all ages will be treated to a truly special day at the ballpark as the Reading Phillies and Y102 will pay tribute to the most unique mascot around - the Crazy Hot Dog Vendor. The first 2,000 kids who enter the ballpark for the 6:05 p.m. game will receive a Crazy Hot Dog Vendor look-a-like t-shirt. Think "tuxedo t-shirt", but instead each child that wears it will look just like the beloved Crazy Hot Dog Vendor. In addition, all Redner's R-Phils Kids Club members will have the chance to perform on the field with the Crazy Hot Dog Vendor during a special pre-game celebration. And to top the tribute off, R-Phils players will actually wear Crazy Hot Dog Vendor look-a-like team jerseys when they take the field against the Harrisburg Senators for the game. Buy Tickets

Tune to R-TV All Season for Post-Game Interviews, Reading Replays, & Reading Recaps After every R-Phils home game, tune to R-TV for the latest post-game interviews, as Tommy Viola talks to the Railroad House Player of the Game. Plus, make sure to watch the Reading Replays, which feature a great play from the game, and full video recaps from each game. Details

Check Out the Comcast SportsNet Game Preview Each Day Every day before each game, check out the Comcast SportsNet Game Preview for a detailed look at the R-Phils next exciting game. In each game preview, fans can expect to find a look back at the team's previous night's performance, plus an in-depth look at the day's upcoming game. Comcast SportsNet Game Preview .

Brian Stavisky Retires, Kevin Nelson Activated off Disabled List, & More Stay up-to-date with all the latest roster moves, stats, game updates, and more by following R-Phils Play-By-Play Radio Announcer Brian Seltzer and R-Phils Director of PR/Media Relations Tommy Viola . Check out the R-Phils latest transactions, roster, and probable pitchers each day, and look for game recaps and more at www.readingphillies.com .

Take a Swing Against Breast Cancer at FirstEnergy Stadium on Friday, July 30 The Reading Phillies, in conjunction with the PA Breast Cancer Coalition & PA Association of Community Bankers, will hold the 3rd Annual "Take A Swing Against Breast Cancer" Home Run Derby event at FirstEnergy Stadium on Friday, July 30. The Home Run Derby not only raises funds, but much needed awareness and support for breast cancer survivors and their families in the state of Pennsylvania. Details

BECOME A GM FOR A WEEKEND WITH FRITOS© Hey R-Phils fans do you enjoy coming out to America's Classic Ballpark as a fan? Well, how about taking that experience to the next level? Want to be General Manager of the R-Phils this season? Well, here's your chance! Visit www.milb.com/fritos to enter. No purchase necessary. Open only to legal residents of any of the 50 US states or DC, 18 or older. Void where prohibited. Sweepstakes ends 6/27/2010.

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