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"The Dean" Report - 4/2/08

Published on April 2, 2008 under Florida State League (FSL1) News Release


OPENING DAY IS TOMORROW!

140-GAME PROMOTION RETURNS

Tomorrow at 7:05 PM the Palm Beach Cardinals take on the Jupiter Hammerheads to kick off the 2008 Florida State League season. The opener marks the return of the 140-Game Promotion. All fans (18 years and older) who attend ALL 140 games at Roger Dean Stadium this summer have the opportunity to win FREE "Minor League Baseball For Life" at the stadium. Fans must sign in at the Palm Beach Post Information Booth between the start and end of the game each day to qualify. Tickets are still available at the Roger Dean Stadium Ticket Office or through Ticketmaster.

FIREWORKS COMING FRIDAY!!!

Roger Dean Stadium kicks off its' opening weekend in grand fashion on Friday when the Jupiter Hammerheads take on the Palm Beach Cardinals at 7:05 PM. Immediately following the contest will be FIREWORKS!!! Also planned for opening weekend is the Cardinals/ Hammerheads Magnetic Schedule Giveaway. Thursday - Sunday, the first 500 fans in the ballpark will receive a Cardinals and Hammerheads Magnetic Schedule, courtesy of Gilman Ciocia.

SUNFEST...EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

Wednesday, April 30th will mark the return of SunFest to Palm Beach County. Sunfest will be held in downtown West Palm Beach from April 30th through May 4th. This years event will feature a variety of artists including Sheryl Crow, Fergie, Good Charlotte, The Black Crowes, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and Morris Day & the Time. Purchase your tickets before April 13th and save money!!! For more information on SunFest, please log onto www.sunfest.com.

KNOTHOLE GANG...ONLY ONE DAY LEFT TO SAVE MONEY!

A reminder that there is only one day left to sign up for the Roger Dean Stadium Knothole Gang and save money. If you sign up tomorrow, you will receive a special discounted rate of ONLY $13 per member (after April 3rd the price will increase to its' regular price of $16 per member). The Knothole Gang is a group of young Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals fans up to the age of 12 who receive special membership benefits including a FREE t-shirt and FREE admission, FREE hot dog and soda at every Tuesday night home game during the Florida State League season. For more information on the Knothole Gang, please contact Adrianne Gibson at (561) 630-1847 or CLICK HERE to download the Knothole Gang order form.

MINOR LEAGUE SEASON TICKETS START AT UNDER $3 PER GAME!

The 2008 Florida State League season opens tomorrow, but it is not too late to choose from a number of exciting ticket options. Whether you are looking for 140, 70, 20, or just a handful of games, we have a package for you. All ticket packages feature exciting giveaways and promotions and include our July 3rd and 4th Fireworks Extravaganza. For more information on our Florida State League Ticket packages, CLICK HERE or call (561) 775-1818.

KIDS FREE ADMISSION PROGRAM INTRODUCED

National City and Roger Dean Stadium are teaming up to offer kids ages 12 and under an opportunity to "take me out to the ballgame" for FREE this summer. Kids will be provided FREE admission to most Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals games played Sunday through Thursday this season. CLICK HERE to download the full list of Kids FREE Admission Program dates.

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER RETURNS APRIL 12TH

The Dog Days of Summer will be returning for a 7th year during the 2008 Minor League Baseball season. This summer, the Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals have once again partnered with Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League on their monthly salute to "Man's Best Friend". The first Dog Days of Summer promotion will take place on Saturday, April 12th when the Palm Beach Cardinals take on the Brevard County Manatees. For more information on Dog Days, please contact the stadium at (561) 775-1818. For information on sponsorships, please contact Garrett White at (561) 630-1839.

NEW...BIG EVENTS 8-PACK

New for the 2008 season, Roger Dean Stadium is featuring its "Big Events 8-Pack" for the Florida State League season. The package features 8 of the best promotions that the Minor League season has to offer. Included are 5 FIREWORKS shows, including July 3rd and 4th, as well as GIVEAWAYS, and a special appearance by our zany friend BIRDZERK. For more information on our Big Events 8-Pack, CLICK HERE or call (561) 775-1818.

WALK TO DEFEAT ALS...APRIL 19TH

Walk to Defeat ALS™, a concerted effort to raise funds benefiting research and patient care services for people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), will take place Saturday, April 19th at Roger Dean Stadium prior to the Jupiter Hammerheads/ Palm Beach Cardinals game at 6:05 PM. For more information on the Walk to Defeat ALS, please contact Dileep Dadlani of the ALS Association Florida Chapter at (888) 257-1717 extension 121 or log onto www.ALSAFL.org.




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