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Braves kick off year-long 40th Anniversary celebration

/noticias.info/ Monday, April 10th - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 7:05 PM
OPENING NIGHT AT TURNER FIELD - The Braves get their 2006 home schedule underway with an exciting night at Turner Field. Fans will be treated to pre-game festivities including Atlanta-native Edwin McCain performing the National Anthem, a fly-over of four F-18 Hornets, a 40th Anniversary video and a flag presentation. Opening night on-field ceremonies will begin at 6:30 p.m., with gates opening at 4:35 p.m.

40th Anniversary Collectible Pin #1 presented by Home Depot - The first 20,000 fans will receive a 40th Anniversary Collectible Pin, the first in a series of 6 collectible pins, celebrating the Braves 40 years in Atlanta.

Turner South my south LIVE, presented by FOX - The popular Southern Rock/Country act, the "Zac Brown Band" will perform live in Fan Plaza.

MASTERCARD GRAND SLAM VALUE PLAN - 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 Cokes, a program and parking - Upper Box-$59, Field Pavilion-$79, Lexus Pavilion-$99. (Sunday through Thursday games)

Wednesday, April 12th - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 7:35 PM
1966 ATLANTA BRAVES REUNION - Members of the 1966 Atlanta Braves team will reunite at Turner Field to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first Braves game in Atlanta, when the club hosted the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 12, 1966. The alumni players will participate in pre-game autograph and Q & A sessions in Fan Plaza, and the Braves will pay tribute to the inaugural 1966 club in a pre-game on-field ceremony to kick off a year-long 40th anniversary celebration. The honorary first pitch will be thrown by Bill Bartholomay, the Braves Chairman Emeritus and former owner who was instrumental in bringing the Braves south from Milwaukee. The 2006 Braves will don replica 1966 uniforms, which will be given away immediately following the game as part of the "Jerseys Off Our Backs" raffle, benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available in one-, two- and five-ticket packages throughout the ballpark during the first four innings. The Braves are also offering throwback ticket prices, with Upper Reserved and Upper Pavilion seats available for just $2.

LEAD OFF LUNCHEON PRESENTED BY THE ATLANTA SPORTS COUNCIL - Dine with current and former Braves players at the second annual Lead Off Luncheon. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Turner Field's 755 Club, the luncheon will feature a silent auction benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation, player interviews, interactive Q&A sessions and a tribute to the 1966 Braves team.

40th Anniversary Collectible Pin #2 presented by Home Depot - The first 20,000 fans will receive a 40th Anniversary Collectible Pin, the second in a series of 6 collectible pins, celebrating the Braves 40 years in Atlanta.

McDONALD'S OUTFIELD ADVANTAGE WEDNESDAYS - Every Wednesday, purchase one Outfield Pavilion ticket, get one FREE; two lower-level seats for only $20.

MASTERCARD GRAND SLAM VALUE PLAN - 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 Cokes, a program and parking - Upper Box-$59, Field Pavilion-$79, Lexus Pavilion-$99. (Sunday through Thursday games)

Thursday, April 13th - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 7:35 PM
ATLANTA BRAVES BASEBALL ACADEMY GRAND OPENING - The Atlanta Braves and the Villages at Carver Family YMCA will celebrate the Grand Opening of the Atlanta Braves Baseball Academy, bringing an eight-acre signature youth sports complex to the heart of the redeveloped Carver community near Turner Field. Funded by Chipper Jones, Brian Jordan, Mike Hampton and John Smoltz, each of whom contributed $75,000, the MLB Baseball Tomorrow Fund, which donated $144,352, and the Atlanta Braves Foundation, which donated $5,000, the Academy will feature four baseball fields among its many amenities. Terry McGuirk, Atlanta Braves chairman and president, representing the Atlanta Braves Foundation, along with Cathy Bradley, the executive director of Baseball Tomorrow Fund, and the four contributing players will take part in the Grand Opening ceremonies at Carver that will commence at 12 p.m.

MASTERCARD GRAND SLAM VALUE PLAN - 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 Cokes, a program and parking - Upper Box-$59, Field Pavilion-$79, Lexus Pavilion-$99. (Sunday through Thursday games)

Friday, April 14th - Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres, 7:35 PM
BRAVES MAGNETIC SCHEDULE NIGHT PRESENTED BY GEORGIA POWER - The first 45,000 fans will receive a Braves 2006 Magnetic Schedule.

FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS PRESENTED BY PUBLIX - Enjoy a fabulous fireworks show after every 2006 Friday home game. Turner South my south LIVE, presented by FOX - The popular Southern Rock/Country act, the "Sun Diver" will perform live in Fan Plaza beginning at 5:50 PM.

Saturday, April 15th - Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres, 7:05 PM
BRAVES MAGNETIC SCHEDULE NIGHT PRESENTED BY GEORGIA POWER - The first 45,000 fans will receive a Braves 2006 Magnetic Schedule.

JACKIE ROBINSON DAY - Come celebrate the anniversary of the day Robinson broke baseball's color barrier. The game will highlight the life and accomplishments of Jackie Robinson, featuring the recognition of 12 Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars who were awarded four-year college scholarships. Be sure to arrive early for the BATTLE OF THE DRUMLINES, which features an exciting face-off between the Atlanta Braves Heavy Hitters and the Alabama State University Drumline.

CLUBHOUSE STORE SIGNING - Macay McBride will be at the Braves Clubhouse Store in the CNN Center to sign autographs and meet fans from 2-3 p.m.

Sunday, April 16th - Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres, 1:05 PM
ALL-STAR SUNDAYS - Every Sunday the Braves are proud to feature a guest kids lineup announcer, kids honorary team captains, and each Braves player will take the field with a young Braves fan.

ATLANTA BRAVES ALUMNI AUTOGRAPHS - Atlanta Braves alumni Zane Smith, Jeff Treadway, Marty Perez and Roy Hartsfield will be on-hand to sign autographs in Fan Plaza, take part in Q & A sessions with fans, and participate in pre-game ceremonies. Different Braves alumni will be a part of every Sunday home game as a part of the Braves season-long celebration of the team's 40th anniversary in Atlanta.

KIDS RUN THE BASES - All kids ages 4-14 are invited to run the bases after every Sunday home game. Just meet at the Hank Aaron ramp entrance on the Field Level.

EVERY GAME AT TURNER FIELD:
BRAVES IN THE COMMUNITY - Stop by the Braves COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE in Fan Plaza and at Aisle 202 during every home game to bid on autographed Braves memorabilia in the Atlanta Braves Foundation Silent Auction, with proceeds benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation. This Friday, Saturday and Sunday, fans will also have the chance to win half the money raised in 50/50 raffles, with the remaining 50% benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation and other selected charities. Tickets are available at the Community Clubhouse or from volunteers throughout the concourse. The BRAVES PLAYERS' REACH OUT BE OUR GUEST program will see Braves players host special interest groups such as youth, elderly, ethnic and community groups as honored guests to Braves home games throughout the year. This year, Wilson Betemit, John Foster, Jeff Francoeur, Mike Hampton, Tim Hudson, Kelly Johnson, Andruw Jones, Chipper Jones, Ryan Langerhans, Adam LaRoche, Pete Orr, Chris Reitsma, Edgar Renteria, John Smoltz, Jorge Sosa, John Thomson and Oscar Villarreal have generously contributed to provide 140 tickets per game for various non-profit and community organizations throughout the Southeast. Organizations benefiting from the Reach Out Program during the homestand include Kids Peace, Grace Fellowship Church, C.H.A.R.I.T.Y., Carroll County Juvenile Court, Clayton County Dept. of Children Services, Operation Correct Start, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Community In Schools, Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Atlanta Youth Futures, Point of View, Caring and Sharing, Boys and Girls Club, and Gilmer County Foster Care.

BRAVES FREE FUN ZONE - Open before every home game in Fan Plaza, the Fun Zone includes free airbrush face-painting, balloonists, and cool giveaways from the Tomahawk Team. The Fun Zone opens when the gates open and stays open for an hour.

THE GRAND SLAM PACK - Four great Atlanta theme parks for one low price! Six Flags, White Water, Stone Mountain Park, and the Atlanta Braves, all for only $69.99, for a savings of $52.

2-for-1 MILITARY TICKET SPECIAL - Show a military ID at Turner Field ticket windows and receive two Upper Box tickets for the price of one.

2-for-1 COLLEGE TICKET SPECIAL - Show a college ID at Turner Field ticket windows and receive two Upper Box tickets for the price of one.

2-FOR-1 AAA TICKET SPECIAL - Show your AAA Card at Turner Field ticket windows and receive two Upper Box tickets for the price of one (excluding 4/10 and 7/4 games). notas_de_prensa_archivo