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First Place BlueClaws, Kids Expo, and More Fireworks!!!

Published on June 10, 2009 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Jersey Shore BlueClaws News Release


BlueClaws Home for Five games in Next Week New promotions to debut! June 10th, 2009

The BlueClaws will finish their four-game series with the Hagerstown Suns on Wednesday and Thursday before coming back on Monday and Tuesday for three games in two days!

There are new promotions throughout these five games and they include:

June 10th, 7:05 pm - Cole Hamels Cap giveaway to first 2,000 fans, presented by Strand Theater / Accu-Image Design

June 11th, 7:05 pm - BBQ Apron giveaway to first 2,000 fans ages 18 and older, presented by Bradco Supply, Reggy Appearance, and Thirsty Thursday with $1 Coors drafts, $1 soda and 50 cent wings. June 15th, 6:05 pm - Doubleheader - Charlie Manuel World Series Champions bobbleheads to the first 2,000 fans, presented by the American Red Cross, plus a Jimmy Buffett ticket giveaway

June 16th, 7:05 pm - Kids Camo Cap giveaway to first 2,000 fans ages 17 and under, presented by Mortgage Now, Military Night with a Troop Supply Drive, presented by New Jersey National Guard, Senior Tuesday: Seniors Eat Free and Baseball Bingo, presented by TD Bank Also, remember that all kids 12 and under will eat for free at EVERY BlueClaws game this season, thanks to NJ 101.5 and ShopRite.

Thirsty Thursday Tomorrow Night!!! Join the Fun in the Coors Light WRAT Trap

Irish Festival is Saturday: Tickets on Sale Now! Event runs from 12-to-8 pm Music, beer, step-dancing, pipe-bands, vendors, and so much more. It's the New Jersey Irish Festival, and it's back in Lakewood for a third straight year this Saturday from 12-to-8 pm.

Tickets are on sale now by calling 732-901-7000, option 2 and are $8 in advance and $10 at the gate. Tickets are also available in person at the BlueClaws box office or online. Click here for photos from the 2008 NJ Irish Festival.

Join Us Saturday for the New Jersey Irish Festival!

First Place BlueClaws Boast Six All-Stars

Playoff race heating up at FirstEnergy Park With less than two weeks to go in the first half, the BlueClaws have a 1.5 game lead in the South Atlantic League's Northern Division over Delmarva. Join the fun, as the BlueClaws still have nine games remaining at home before the All-Star break, and here's your chance to see if they can wrap up the first- half title!

The All-Star team has also been selected and the BlueClaws will be represented with the most players in the league! Click here to see which six BlueClaws will be joining Manager Dusty Wathan for the All-Star Game!

Military Appreciation Night is June 16th

Support the troops with the Troop Supply Drive The BlueClaws will once again host Military Appreciation Night at FirstEnergy Park. This year's event will take place during the Tuesday, June 16th game against the Delmarva Shorebirds.

In addition to the players and coaches wearing special camouflage jerseys, the BlueClaws encourage their fans to take part in the Troop Supply Drive to benefit those fighting overseas.

At the game, the BlueClaws will be collecting a number of items to be sent to the troops (Full list click here), they will also be collecting gently used unwanted cellphones for the Cellphones for Soldiers program.

The BlueClaws appreciate your help in showing support to our troops. Click here for more information or call the BlueClaws at 732-901-7000.

Second Kids Expo is June 20th at 12 noon!

Kids Club membership includes two free tickets! The BlueClaws first Kids Expo was such a success that there will be another one, bigger and better than the first!

The second kids expo will begin at noon and run through the June 20th, 1:05 game, the first of a split day-night doubleheader. The Kids Expo will include Laser tag from Combat Sports in Manalapan, a full performance from Yosi and the Superdads (pictured) from their new CD , a magician: Mark Wurst, free inflatable rides in the playground, Dance Dance Revolution, Arcade style games in a trailer, a Six Flags Great Adventure and Sesame Place ticket giveaway, and much more!

Get Your Grass Pass Today

No better way to spend the summer than in the FirstEnergy Park lawn seating area

Fireworks Added to June 25th Game!

Re-scheduled from May 24th The BlueClaws have announced that the game on June 25th will now feature post-game fireworks, thanks to Toyota/Scion World of Lakewood! The fireworks come as a re-scheduled date from a game on May 24th.

In addition to the fireworks, reusable Grocery Bags will be distributed to the first 2,000 fans 18 & older, thanks to Ocean County Recycling.

For tickets call the BlueClaws at 732-901-7000.

Come see Fireworks at a BlueClaws Game!

Next Thirsty Thursday Tomorrow Night $1 beer, $1 soda, 50-cent wings, ticket giveaway, and more! Join the fun in the Coors Light WRAT Trap for Thirsty Thursday at every 2009 BlueClaws Thursday home game. Featuring $1 beer, $1 soda, and 50-cent wings all night long, it's quickly becoming the place to be Thursday night's at the Jersey Shore.

This week, we'll have live music from the acoustic duo Big Empty in addition to the food and drink specials. Further, thanks to Live Nation, we'll be giving away tickets to see Rascal Flatts (June 25th, PNC Bank Arts Center). It's all tomorrow night in the Coors Light WRAT Trap, beginning at 6 pm, with the first pitch at 7:05.

And don't forget, Happy Hours beginning at 6 pm for every Friday home game, including live music!

Join Our Thirsty Thursday Facebook Group

Have a Belly Buster Picnic with the BlueClaws Package includes ticket to game and buffet Savor the taste of our appetizing Belly "Buster" menu with the Belly Buster Picnic Package. For your group of 30 or more, the package includes a special expanded buffet menu and a great seat to the game!

There's also special picnic seating in the outfield picnic area, located between the Kids Zone and the Coors Light WRAT Trap.

This popular picnic package is filling up fast, so call the BlueClaws at 732-901-7000 option 3 and book today!

Picnic Information Here

Join the BlueClaws for Beer Tasting on June 25th Ticket includes beer tasting and pre-game picnic On Thursday June 25, help the BlueClaws and Shore Point Distributors kickoff the summer with the first beer tasting event of the season. The event allows fans to sample a variety of beers from around the world and enjoy the BlueClaws Centerfield Cookout Picnic Buffet.

The event will take place in the outfield picnic area Orioles. The beer tasting and picnic will take place from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Space is limited. For more information and to make your reservation while tickets are still available, please email Mark Zaiger of call him at 732-901-7000 x161.

Bob Dylan Show Tickets are on Sale Now!

Your chance to see three legendary performers The Bob Dylan Show, featuring Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp, is coming to FirstEnergy Park for a concert on Thursday, July 23rd and tickets are now on sale!

All tickets are $67.50 and are general admission, allowing fans to grab a seat in the stands or find a place to watch from the field. They are available at FirstEnergy Park box office, all Ticketmaster locations, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 732-901-7000. *Children 14 and under get in free provided they are accompanied by an adult. Showtime is 5:30pm and the gates open at 5:00.

BlueClaws Flea Markets Begin June 14th

Become a vendor or shop and find a bargain! The BlueClaws Flea Markets return to FirstEnergy Park on June 14th from 8am to 1pm. There are still a limited amount of spots still open for more vendors and shoppers are encouraged to come out and shop for bargains.

In total there will be eight Flea Markets this year, with the price to sell as little as $20! Fore more information including an entire Flea Market schedule, click here or call the BlueClaws at 732-901-7000.

Golf Day Features US Open Trophies and Free Lessons

First of its kind event on before and during June 28th game The BlueClaws first ever Golf Day (presented by Eagle Ridge Golf Club, Fidelity Investments, and the New Jersey Golf Foundation) takes place before and during their 1:05 game on June 28th. Here's what you can do at golf day, which begins at 10 am outside the ballpark:

Take pictures with the US Open men's and women's championship trophies Free lessons from PGA professionals Long-Drive contest with nets on the concourse Raffles for US Women's Open tickets, a set of Taylor Made clubs, a threesome with a pro at the NJPGA Pro-Am Much more!

Monday June 15th is Now a Doubleheader

Gates will open up one hour early The first-place BlueClaws and second-place Delmarva Shorebirds will play a doubleheader at FirstEnergy Park on Monday, June 15th. The two seven-inning games will begin at 6:05 pm, and the gates will open at 5:00 pm.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early. The BlueClaws will be giving out Charlie Manuel bobblehead dolls, thanks to the American Red Cross to the first 2,000 fans through the gates. However, because of the doubleheader, the gates will be opening one hour earlier than normal.

KRAFT Singles Offers Fans FREE Tuesday Game Tickets

Just bring a KRAFT Singles wrapper to the box office Here's a great way to get free tickets to any remaining BlueClaws Tuesday home game. Simply bring a KRAFT Singles wrapper to the BlueClaws Box Office, buy one ticket, and get one free!

This offer is a great way to make a family outing with the BlueClaws all the more affordable. For each KRAFT Singles wrapper you bring, you'll have the chance to buy one and get another ticket free!

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