Fireworks, Captain Awful, Used Cars And More
Published on June 30, 2008 under Eastern League (EL1)
Altoona Curve News Release
The Altoona Curve return home to Blair County Ballpark to open their longest homestand to date of the 2008 baseball season. The summertime fun will begin with a four-game set against the Binghamton Mets (AA/New York Mets) and will carry on through the weekend when the Curve entertain the Harrisburg Senators (AA/Washington Nationals) for a trio of games.
Highlighting the seven-game stretch will three fireworks shows over the Fourth of July Holiday. Fans can enjoy the trio of post-game fireworks on Thursday, July 3 courtesy of the PA Lottery, Friday, July 4, and Sunday, July 6.
Also over the course of the homestand, fans will enjoy world-famous promotions that have put the Curve on the map as one of the most unique and creative franchises in the country. On Wednesday, July 2, Irish Pat's Used Car Giveaway will return to Blair County Ballpark, and on Monday, July 7, the homestand will conclude with the award-winning Awful Night VI - The Worseest Ever.
A great giveaway item will kick off the homestand on Monday, June 30, as the first 2,000 fans through the gates will take home a Curve Beach Towel, presented by the Central PA Convention and Visitors Bureau. During the homestand former Steelers great Louis Lipps will make an appearance at the ballpark on Saturday, July 5. Lipps will be on hand to throw out a ceremonial first pitch, meet with fans and sign free autographs.
Also, following all weekend games at BCB kids can run the bases, courtesy of Thomas Chevrolet of Bedford.
That's barely scratching the surface of the happenings at BCB the next eight days. Below is the complete listing of promotions set to occur during the Curve's June 30- July 7 homestand at Blair County Ballpark:
Monday, June 30, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Binghamton Mets (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) - Curve Beach Towel Giveaway (first 2,000 fans all ages) presented by the Central PA Convention and Visitors Bureau. - Ponderosa Family 4-Pack Monday
Tuesday, July 1, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Binghamton Mets (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) - Buck off Night - Pre Fourth of July picnic with Atlantic Broadband Dollar Hot Dog night
Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Binghamton Mets (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) - Irish Pat's Used Car Giveaway Night - All tickets in the UPMC Health Plan Home Run Junction (outfield reserve) will cost as much a one gallon of regular unleaded fuel that day! - Giant Eagle Advantage Card Day (by presenting your Advantage Card at the BCB ticket windows, you can buy one outfield reserve seat at regular price and get a second one, free!)
Thursday, July 3, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Binghamton Mets (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) - Fireworks night, presented by the PA Lottery - Thirty Thursday - drink specials on small domestic beers and small sodas
Friday, July 4, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Harrisburg Senators (gates open at 5:30 p.m.) - Post-game fireworks - Kid's Run the Bases, courtesy of Thomas Chevrolet of Bedford - Third base Picnic open to the Public (a great way to view the fireworks at Lakemont Park) Two-hour, all-you-can eat buffet costs just $25 for adults and $19 for kids
Saturday, July 5, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Harrisburg Senators (gates open at 5:30 p.m.) - Louis Lipps Appearance - Former Steelers great will throw out the ceremonial first pitch, meet with fans and sign free autographs - Tenth Anniversary Salute to 2004 - Kid's Run the Bases, courtesy of Thomas Chevrolet of Bedford - Money Drop - the Curve will drop cash from the sky out of a helicopter and a select number of lucky fans will be picked to scramble for it in the outfield at BCB.
Sunday, July 6, 2008, 6:05 p.m. vs. Harrisburg Senators (gates open at 4:30 p.m.) - Fireworks night - Pre-game catch on the field prior to Sunday's game - Pre-game autograph session with Curve players and coaches - Kid's Run the Bases, courtesy of Thomas Chevrolet of Bedford
Monday, July 7, 2008, 7:05 p.m. vs. Harrisburg Senators (gates open at 6:05 p.m.) - Awful Night VI - The Worseest Ever - Ponderosa Family 4-Pack Monday
Great seats for all eight games are still available. To get your tickets to see the Curve over the Fourth of July holiday week, dial 877-99-CURVE, log on to AltoonaCurve.com or stop by the Blair County Ballpark box office.
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