March 2008 Rogers Centre Newsletter
Rogers Centre News, a monthly publication, is brought to you with the latest news and information on events at Rogers Centre.
ROGERS CENTRE MARCHES INTO SPRING WITH A FULL SCHEDULE
A deep freeze has taken over our city and thoughts quickly turn to traveling to an exotic destination where the sun’s rays bring warmth and fun. Too bad we’re still paying off our holiday debt and preparing for the taxman’s annual visit.
Despite all the worry about the weather, the budget and trying to find balance, Rogers Centre has designed a calendar of events that will make everyone smile with eager anticipation. March Break is action packed with 10 days of Spring Fling. Every girl’s dreams come true while dreaming like a princess and the high-flying action of Supercross returns to round out the month.
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MARCH BREAK GETS AN EXTENDED SPRING FLING
DISNEY ON ICE ROLLS OUT THE ROYAL CARPET
ONLY ONE CHANCE TO CATCH MONSTER ENERGY AMA SUPERCROSS ACTION
BLUE JAYS TAKE FLIGHT IN 2008
ARGOS RELEASE 2008 SCHEDULE
NFL REACHES FOR FIRST DOWN WITH INFORMATION RELEASE
CARNIVAL FUN AND EXCITEMENT AT INDOOR SPRING FLING
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| All day fun for everyone! |
A variety of rides, games of chance and the popular indoor skating rink are sure to keep the whole family busy and in the swing of carnival fun. Popular rides such as HANG GLIDER, MONKEY MAZE and CUCKOO HAUS will be joined by newcomers ZERO GRAVITY, TILT-A-WHIRL and the FUN SLIDE*. No matter how old you are, the excitement is all under one roof with Spring Fling 2008. The family friendly price tag also helps make this a must visit event.
To help keep everyone safe, Rogers Centre, in partnership with WORLD’S FINEST SHOWS, returns the RIDE SAFETY PROGRAM. Children are accurately measured once at the Guest Services Booth and receive a special colour coded sticker to clearly identify which rides are safe for them to enjoy. No more guessing games for parents. Each ride is colour coded according height and mobility.
Spring Fling will be in full swing daily from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and offers the following ticket options:
$20.00 - All day ride ticket (8 years of age and up)
$14.00 - All day child ride ticket (2 - 7 years of age)
$10.00 - No ride ticket
$30.00 - All week ride pass (any age; non transferable)
Tickets are now on sale via all Ticketmaster Outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-870-8000, or online.
Updated information about rides and entertainment will be added as it is made available 24 hours a day. Visit often to get the latest event details. Please note that rides are subject to change at any time.
DISNEY ON ICE – PRINCESS CLASSICS ROLLS OUT THE ROYAL CARPET
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| Everyone deserves to feel like a princess for at least one night |
Get ready to visit spectacular castles and far off lands in this magical journey. Experience romance with Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Belle, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and Mulan as they bring magic to Rogers Centre in this royal skating extravaganza which runs from March 19 – 24, 2008 for ten shows.
Tickets, ranging in price from $15.00 to $90.00, are currently available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-870-8000, or online at Ticketmaster.ca. Groups of 15 or more are encouraged to contact the Group Sales Office via e-mail to place an order.
Show dates and times
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 20, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Friday, March 21, 2008 @ 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 22, 2008 @ 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m.& 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 23, 2008 @ 2:00 p.m.
Monday, March 24, 2008 @ 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Tickets are now on sale via all Ticketmaster Outlets, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-870-8000, or online.
ONE DAY, ONE CANADIAN STOP, ONE LAST CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE MONSTER ENERGY AMA SUPERCROSS
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| Only International Stop on Race Schedule. Can Chad Reed repeat as champion? |
Australian Chad Reed recently won four consecutive Supercross races cementing a substantial lead for him and the Yamaha team atop the leader board. He currently sits 32 points ahead of Kevin Windham.
Reed returns to Toronto as the defending race champion having captured the win on December 2, 2006. Kevin Windham, riding for Honda, has given Reed a run for his money and is picking up speed, and points, with each and every race. Starting strong in 2008, Windham has an effortless style and execution that could propel him to champion status.
Kawasaki’s Tim Ferry also poses a substantial threat to Reed and Windham. Close in the points race and a seasoned veteran of Supercross, Ferry could tighten the lead during the Toronto race.
Fans with tickets to the main race event can come early and watch the practice and qualifying rounds starting at 12:30 p.m. Doors open for the main event at 5:30 p.m. If you happen to be reading the newsletter and you are not in the Toronto area, or its vicinity, have no fear. You too can catch all the high flying race competition as Rogers Centre is pleased to provide information on two great Hotel Package Deals for Supercross fans. Click here for more information.
Tickets for this event, ranging in price from $20.00 - $40.00 are available for online purchase at www.ticketmaster.ca You can also pick up your tickets and any Ticketmaster outlet, including Rogers Centre - Gate 7, or charge by phone at 416-870-8000.Groups of 20 or more can contact the Group Sales Office via e-mail to place an order.
For more information, visit www.supercrossonline.com.
BLUE JAYS LOOK TO SOAR TO TOP SPOT IN 2008
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| Jays look to strike out the competition |
Make sure you do not miss a minute of the action! Starting on Sunday, March 2, all ticket sales channels will be open to the public for single game sales. Come down to the Blue Jays Box Office at Rogers Centre – Gate 9 between 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. on March 2 and purchase your tickets directly from former Blue Jays Lloyd Moseby, Tony Fernandez and Duane Ward. You can also stop by the Rogers Video store located at 1971 Yonge Street from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. to purchase your tickets and receive an autograph from them. To purchase your 2008 single game tickets, call 416-341-1234, visit select Rogers Video locations or go online to bluejays.com.
Fans can listen to select preseason games on the radio or via the web on bluejays.com as well as catch three games on television.
Watch Toronto take on the Cincinnati Reds in a special Citytv broadcast beginning at 12:30 p.m. on March 2, 2008. Citytv brings together a unique broadcasting team including Gord Martineau, Hugh Burrill, Kathryn Humphreys, Jennifer Valentyne and the FAN590’s Barb DiGiulio as they take viewers to the ballpark and behind the scenes. Rogers Sportsnet will carry the team’s March 28 game from Philadelphia at 7:00 p.m. while TSN will broadcast the final game of the spring season on March 29 at 1:00 p.m.
2008 ARGONAUTS READY FOR BATTLE ON GRIDIRON
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| Do you have your tickets yet? |
Leading the charge this season is rookie head coach Rich Stubler who took over the reigns when Michael “Pinball” Clemons permanently moved to a front office position.
In all, the Argos will play one preseason game and nine regular season games at Rogers Centre. Purchase your season tickets now and move to the front of the line for NFL game tickets.
Visit the Toronto Argonauts official website for more information.
MORE INFORMATION ON ITS WAY ABOUT UPCOMING NFL GAMES
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| Bills receive permission to play in Toronto |
As announced in early February, the Buffalo Bills have received permission to play eight games in Toronto over the next five years. With five regular season games and three preseason contests, Rogers Centre will be your home for every thrill-packed, high-voltage, roof-raising game.
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