
Griffins celebrate 10th anniversary finale
April 7, 2006 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release
Friday, April 14, 2006 vs. San Antonio Rampage
Time: 7 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6 p.m.).
Tickets: Just 1,500 remain. Available at The Zone and all Star Tickets Plus outlets, including West Michigan Meijer stores. Charge by phone at (616) 222-4000 / (800) 585-3737 or visit griffinshockey.com.
Prices: $5 (advance purchase only), $13, $15, $17, $20 and $25.
Subway Four-Packs: 4 tickets to the game, 4 coupons for Subway Fresh Meal Deals (at participating locations) and complimentary parking - all for just $44.
Bud True Music Happy Hour: 6-7 p.m. on the concourse:
- Budweiser/Bud Light drafts just $2.25 (regular price: $4.75)
- Live music from local performers for the full hour
Wild Boar Whole Hog Shootout: Fans register for their shot at winning a brand new Harley Davidson Sportster by shooting a puck through a special goal covering at the first intermission.
Saturday, April 15, 2006 vs. Milwaukee Admirals
Time: 7 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6 p.m.).
Tickets: Just 2,000 remain. Available at The Zone and all Star Tickets Plus outlets, including West Michigan Meijer stores. Charge by phone at (616) 222-4000 / (800) 585-3737 or visit griffinshockey.com.
Prices: $5 (advance purchase only), $13, $15, $17, $20 and $25.
Ultimate Value Tickets: Groups of 20 or more receive a $5 food voucher and a Griffins souvenir with their ticket purchases.
Griffins 10th Anniversary Coolers: Commemorative lunch coolers celebrating 10 years of Griffins hockey will be given away.
Spring Adventures: Appletree Christian Learning Centers and the John Ball Zoo will exhibit small animals on the concourse for fans of all ages to enjoy.
Uno Chicago Grill Thunderstix: 1,500 noise-makers will be distributed randomly throughout the arena.
Pre-Game Fireworks: A high-voltage pre-game fireworks display begins the night's festivities.
Claude the Happy Trumpeter: Hi-jinks, shenanigans, and tomfoolery rule the night, as Claude fires up the crowd with his mischievous and hilarious antics throughout the game.
Bucket Boys: Chicago's very own urban legends make a special appearance at intermission to display their mesmerizing percussion skills for all to enjoy, presented by West Michigan Chrysler/Jeep Dealers.
Post-Game Autograph Session: Fox Motors presents a 45-minute opportunity for fans to meet and greet players.
Post-Game Family Fun Skate: A chance for fans to skate on the same ice surface as their favorite players.
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