ATTENTION SPORTS FANS!!
The Reading Bulldogs invite you to join them on Tuesday, July 26th as they go to bat for EMARC. Special EMARC guests will throw the first pitch at 5:30 p.m. at Morton Memorial Field (behind RMHS near tennis courts). The Bulldogs are part of the InterCity league baseball organization founded in 1960 and are proud to have Heisman trophy winner and former NFL QB Doug Flutie as their second baseman. This exciting evening is being sponsored by Reading/North Reading Chamber of Commerce, Reading Bulldogs Baseball and Grumpy Doyles. John Halsey, GM & Founder of the Reading Bulldogs says “this is a start of a long-term relationship with EMARC and our community. We look forward to a great night and hope that people can make it to the game and post-party”.
Join us for the Baseball game (all Bulldog games are free), then an out of the ordinary post-game party which will kick-off at 8 p.m. at Grumpy Doyles in Reading. Football legend and Reading Bulldog Doug Flutie will be greetings guests and signing autographs. Wristbands for entry to the post-game party will be sold at the baseball game beginning at 5:30 p.m. Individual wristbands are $15 each ($20 at Grumpy’s door if available), families of 4 $30, $10 for kids 5 to 18 and under 5 free. Irene Collins, Executive Director of the Reading/North Reading Chamber of Commerce says “we’re excited to sponsor this event for EMARC and for the Reading and North Reading communities. 100% of the proceeds go to EMARC, a great cause”. .
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The event is expected to sell-out, so get to the game. Additional tickets, if available, will be sold at Grumpy Doyles. Grumpy Doyles owner Zeke Janas is proud to be featuring a special “game-day” menu including “Flutie Fries” and other ballgame favorites.
“EMARC is so proud to be partnering with the Reading/North Chamber, Bulldogs and Grumpy Doyles for this unique community event” says Amy O'Brien Director of Development & Marketing for EMARC. This is an amazing opportunity for EMARC and everyone of all ages!! EMARC is a 501c3 non-profit organization that is located on Gould Street in Reading. Since 1954, EMARC has been helping individuals live work and play in and around our communities. The Center for Emerging Artists at EMARC will be selling jewelry (Reading colors- red & black), “sports- themed” merchandise including t-shirts, post-cards and magnets. All items have been created by EMARC CEA artists. For more info, please go to: www.theemarc.org to learn about more events, volunteer or sponsorship opportunities. EMARC will be doing a huge 50/50 raffle at 9 p.m. at Grumpy Doyles- ticket sold at game and at post-party. You do not have to be present to win.
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What is more American than a summer baseball game? Support the Bulldogs and EMARC by bringing the whole family. ONE-NIGHT ONLY!! Extra parking at Hawkes Field House at RMHS. Special thanks to Reading Bulldogs Baseball, Reading North Reading Chamber of Commerce & Grumpy Doyles. For more info on this event, please contact Amy O’Brien at 781.942.4888 x. 4010 or email at aobrien@theemarc.org
