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Local & National Celebrities Visit Canal Park During Upcoming Akron Aeros Homestand

Published on June 8, 2011 under Eastern League (EL1)
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AKRON, OH - The Akron Aeros return to Canal Park on Tuesday, June 14 for a six-game homestand against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and the Portland Sea Dogs. This homestand includes special appearances by local and national celebrities and Father's Day at the ballpark.

vs. New Hampshire Fisher Cats (June 14-16)

Tuesday, June 14 - 7:05pm

. Car Survivor Kickoff

o Five contestants begin the challenge of living in a car on the Canal Park concourse. Who will survive the challenge and be the last person in the car' How long will it take to award the winner the keys to the vehicle' The "Car Survivor" journey begins on Tuesday.

. KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets

o Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to an Aeros game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Exclusions apply.

Wednesday, June 15 - 7:05pm

. "All Bets Are Off" LIVE Broadcast from Canal Park

o Join SportsTime Ohio's Bruce Drennan as he brings his "All Bets Are Off" Show to Canal Park

o Gate B opens early at 4:30pm

o Appearances by Aeros Players and Coaches

o "All Bets Are Off" Happy Hour - $1 Beer from 4:30 - 6:30pm

o Special discount tickets available by using the promo code STO at akronaeros.com

. $1,000 Cash Dash

o 30 lucky contestants will be selected to grab as much money as they can from the outfield at Canal Park

o Contestants will be given 60 seconds to collect as many of the 1,000 $1 bills as possible

o Fans can register to be a contestant by e-mailing their name, age, phone number, and address to info@akronaeros.com

. This City Reads! Night

o Book Drive at Canal Park - bring a gently used book to the ballpark and receive a free ticket

Thursday, June 16 - 7:05pm Buck Up Thirsty Thursday, presented by Ohio Lottery

. Buck Up Thirsty Thursday, presented by the Ohio Lottery

o $1 Beer & $1 Soft Drinks

. Tote Bag Giveaway (1st 1,000 Fans)

. Airline Ticket Giveaway, courtesy of the Akron-Canton Airport

vs. Portland Sea Dogs (June 17-19)

Friday, June 17 - 7:05pm Summer Celebration Fireworks, presented by Wing Warehouse

A fantastic fireworks show to celebrate the beginning of summer!

Saturday, June 18 - 7:05pm Northeast Ohio Mazda Dealers Celebrity Saturday

. Appearance by Wrestling Legend George "The Animal" Steele - A special VIP Meet & Greet is available to fans for $30. The VIP package includes:

o The ONLY GUARANTEED way to meet "The Animal" and receive an autograph and photograph with the wrestling hall-of-famer.

o All-You-Can-Eat Pre-Game Picnic

o Reserved Seat Ticket to the Game

. Canal Park's own "Batman" Bobblebelly Giveaway (1st 1,500 fans)

Sunday, June 19 - 1:05pm Sunday Family FUNday - HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

. Pre-game Pirate Treasure Hunt

o FREE for all Orbit's Future Stars Kids Club Members - sign up at akronaeros.com

o Treasure Hunt begins at 11:30am

o Come dressed as a pirate and enjoy all sorts of swash-buckling activities

. FUN for the entire family throughout the game, including:

o Summit Metroparks Pre-Game Autograph Session

o Pre-game on field "Play Catch"

o K12 Kids Stampede

o Jr. PA Announcer

o Other concourse games and activities

. Aeros Tie Giveaway (1st 1,000 Guys)

. Aeros Jersey Auction - Fans will have the opportunity to bid on special game-worn powder blue jerseys the Aeros will be wearing on Sunday. Jerseys will be autographed and presented to top bidders immediately following the game. Auction proceeds benefit prostate cancer awareness.

For tickets to the upcoming homestand and to see the Akron Aeros at Canal Park, call 330.253.5153, stop by the Canal Park Box Office, or visit www.akronaeros.com.

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