U.S. Postal Service Celebrates “Take Me Out to the Ball Game”
Stamp Unveiling Ceremony at the Rockford RiverHawks Game
What:
The Rockford RiverHawks and the U.S. Postal Service join together to unveil the “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” commemorative postage stamp, highlighting the 100th anniversary of the famous baseball park song. Discounted tickets offered to customers donating new or “gently used” youth baseball equipment.
Who:
Cathy Baxter, Rockford IL Post Office
Representatives of the following local area Little League Organizations:
Greater Rockford Little League
Harlem Community Center
Rockford Boys and Girls Club
Roy Gayle Pony Baseball
When:
Sunday, August 10, 2008 6:05 PM Game Time
Stamp dedication will take place during the 7th inning stretch
Where:
Rockford RiverHawks
Road Ranger Stadium
4503 Interstate Blvd
Loves Park IL 61111
Background:
Everyone is encouraged to donate new or “gently used” youth baseball equipment. Items can include youth gloves, cleats, bats, catcher’s gear, helmets, etc. If you bring in an item to donate that evening, the Rockford RiverHawks will discount $2.00 off the ticket price. All donated equipment will be shared by local area Little League organizations.
“Take Me Out to the Ball Game” is one of the most popular baseball songs of all time. Jack Norworth, songwriter and Albert Von Tilzer, composer wrote this classic which is sung during the seventh inning stretch at nearly every ball park in the country.
The “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” stamp is available in Post Offices nationwide and online at www.usps.com/stamps.
Contacts:
USPS: Michelle Zyvert, cell 815-677-0221, michelle.zyvert@usps.gov
Rockford RiverHawks: Mandi Ferry, 815-885-2255
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