Peanut Free Day September 10
Published on August 8, 2011 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Long Island Ducks News Release
(Central Islip, N.Y., Aug. 8, 2011) - The Long Island Ducks today announced that the team will host its second "peanut free day" of 2011 at Bethpage Ballpark. On Saturday, September 10 when the Ducks host the Camden Riversharks at 1:05 p.m., there will be no sale of peanuts at the ballpark, giving fans struggling with peanut allergies the opportunity to attend a baseball game.
"Everyone knows the line from the song, 'Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack'," says Ducks director of group sales John Wolff. "But for some of our biggest fans, peanut allergies make it very difficult for them to come to the ballpark. One of the Ducks' core values is making sure everybody has a chance to see a fun, affordable professional baseball game, and we're continuing that mission by hosting a peanut-free event."
Peanut allergies in young children are a growing concern in the United States. An estimated one in 125 children suffers from a peanut allergy, and the number of children affected by peanut allergies has nearly doubled in recent years. The Long Island Ducks are providing a special opportunity for families dealing with this issue to enjoy a ballgame at Bethpage Ballpark. Families interested in purchasing tickets for the September 10 peanut free game can do so by visiting www.liducksgroups.com, and typing the password "peanutfree."
The Long Island Ducks host the Camden Riversharks in the day game of a day/night doubleheader on Saturday, September 10. Game time is slated for 1:05 p.m., with the ballpark gates opening at 12:05 p.m. Join us for this special day as the Ducks continue their 2011 season and help raise peanut allergy awareness on Long Island.
The Long Island Ducks, in their 12th anniversary season of play in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, play their home games at Bethpage Ballpark. For further information, or for information on becoming a season ticket holder, please visit www.liducks.com or call (631) 940-3825.
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