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San Jose Giants Host 6th Annual "A Giant Luau" August 10

Published on July 31, 2012 under California League (CalL1)
San Jose Giants News Release


SAN JOSE, CA- The San Jose Giants will bring island culture and Hawaiian Cuisine to Municipal Stadium for the 6th Annual A Giant Luau, presented by Alaska Airlines, on Friday, August 10 at 7:00 PM against the Lancaster JetHawks. The evening will be full of Hawaiian festivities ranging from hula dancers and island music to Hawaiian cuisine and a special pig roasting ceremony in Turkey Mike's BBQ. In addition, one lucky fan will walk away with a trip for two to Hawaii courtesy of Alaska Airlines.

"A Giant Luau is a truly exciting evening that transforms the entire atmosphere of Municipal Stadium. The night allows fans to experience and embrace the 'Aloha' spirit of the Hawaiian islands while enjoying San Jose Giants baseball," said Juliana Paoli, Chief Marketing Officer of the San Jose Giants. "With hula dancers, island music and a special pig roasting ceremony it is guaranteed to provide fun for the entire family."

Fans that wear their Hawaiian gear to the game Friday night will receive two FREE future game tickets. Gates open at 5:30 PM so make sure to be one of the first 1,000 fans in attendance who will receive festive leis and Alaska Airlines Thundersticks. Also, the team will be wearing special Hawaiian themed jerseys that will be part of a silent auction during the game. The highest bidder will be able to go on the field following the game and receive their new autographed jersey right off the respective San Jose Giant's back.

Turkey Mike's Famous BBQ will be serving native Hawaiian cuisine including roasted pig, Hawaiian style burgers, macaroni salad and much more. The Hukilau Restaurant will also be serving authentic cuisine. Traditional music from the islands will be provided by Eono Kane, accompanied by Hula dancers from Halau Na Wai Ola. A Tacky Tourist Contest and other festive luau themed promotions will take place throughout the night. Vendors with Hawaiian goods and snacks will add to the Luau festivities.

The San Jose Giants would like to thank the following partners for their contributions to A Giant Luau: Alaska Airlines, 95.3 KRTY, Eono Kane, Hukilau Restaurant, Halau Na Wai Ola, Luana's, Authentic Hawaiian Shirts, Hui Ilima of Santa Clara County and Sherrell-Lee Rogers.

The San Jose Giants begin a three-game homestand tonight at 7:00 PM against the Bakersfield Blaze. Tickets still remain for that entire series as well as for A Giant Luau on August 10 versus the Lancaster JetHawks. To purchase, visit sjgiants.com, the Municipal Stadium Box office or call (408) 297-1435.

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