Smokies to Host 'Peanut-Free' Night on Monday, July 30
Published on July 25, 2012 under Southern League (SL1)
Knoxville Smokies News Release
KODAK, Tenn. - The Tennessee Smokies have partnered with the Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center to host a Peanut-Free Night at Smokies Park on Monday, July 30 as the Smokies take on the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. The Peanut-Free Night will bring awareness to people who have peanut allergies.
The Smokies will take anything containing peanuts off its concessions menu for the 5:30 p.m. doubleheader. Additionally the stadium will be cleaned and rinsed to remove as much peanut residue from the seats, concourse and other areas as possible.
"The Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center is excited to join the Tennessee Smokies for the first ever Peanut-Free Night," said Board Certified Allergist, Dr. Bob Overholt. "We appreciate Smokies fans for helping us raise awareness about peanut allergies and hope everyone enjoys the game."
With more than 3 Million people in the United States reporting being allergic to peanuts, tree nuts or both, the Smokies are one of several Minor League Baseball teams to hold a peanut-free game this season.
Tickets are available online at www.smokiesbaseball.com, by calling (865) 286-2300 or at the Smokies Ticket Office.
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