AHL Grand Rapids Griffins

NASCAR Night brings Joe Nemechek to Van Andel Arena

January 14, 2006 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release


Wednesday, January 18, 2006 vs. Iowa Stars

Time: 7 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6 p.m.)

Tickets: 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

Friday, January 20, 2006 vs. Toronto Marlies

Time: 7 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6 p.m.)

Tickets: 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 acoustic pop artist Patrick Brown

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 one of the intermissions.

Saturday, January 21, 2006 vs. Toronto Marlies

Time: 7 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6 p.m.)

Tickets: 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

NASCAR Nation: Presented by Lighthouse Group Insurance. Nextel Cup veteran Joe Nemechek will meet fans and sign autographs in banquet room "A" before the game, and participate in a ceremonial puck drop prior to faceoff. Fans can also take part in racing games throughout the night on the arena concourse.

Uno Chicago Grill Thunderstix: 1,500 noisemakers will be given to fans upon entering the arena.

Pre-Game Fireworks: A high-voltage pre-game fireworks display begins the night's festivities.

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.

Arbor Mortgage $10,000 Shot: Two shots at one big prize. Contestants can register on the concourse for the chance to win $10,000 during the second intermission.

LMCU Throw for Dough: Lake Michigan Credit Union offers fans the opportunity to win up to $5,000. Throughout the night, fans can purchase blue balls for $1 and green balls for $3 each. At the conclusion of the game, participants take aim at a target at center ice for a chance to win as much as $5,000. Proceeds from the event will benefit Grand Valley State University Rugby.

Post-Game Autograph Session: Fox Motors presents a 45-minute opportunity for fans to meet and greet players.

Post-Game Family Skate: A chance for fans to skate on the same ice surface as their favorite players.

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