APRIL 2008 ROGERS CENTRE EVENT NEWSLETTER
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ROGERS CENTRE GETS SPRING CLEANING IN TIME FOR OPENING DAY. LET’S PLAY BALL!
The Boys of Summer will soon touch down in Toronto. After finishing a very exciting and action packed fall and winter entertainment season, Rogers Centre begins its transformation back to the home of the Blue Jays; at least for 81 home dates over six months.
In addition to the excitement that the team brings, Rogers Centre will soon announce the addition of two musical concert performances sure to have you looking for your dancing shoes.
QUICKLINKS:
BLUE JAYS OPEN SEASON WITH STATEMENT GAMES
LEVY RESTAURANT LOOKS TO HIT GRAND SLAM WITH NEW MENU OPTIONS
HONG KONG MUSICAL SUPERSTAR BRINGS SHOW TO TORONTO
ROGERS-BILLS PARTNERSHIP REACHES FIRST DOWN
INTERNATIONAL BASEBALL COMES TO TORONTO
2008 BLUE JAYS SEASON BEGINS WITH BANG
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| Jays look to strike out the competition! |
The Jays and Yankees will now play a traditional three games in three nights series before the team flies into Toronto for an opening home series versus the 2007 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox. The battle heats up on Friday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. at Rogers Centre
Prior to the home opener on April 4, the Toronto Blue Jays will induct former second baseman Roberto Alomar into the Level of Excellence. This award is the highest honour bestowed by the Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club which recognizes tremendous individual achievement. Alomar joins George Bell (OF), Dave Steib (P), Joe Carter (OF), Cito Gaston (MGR), Tony Fernandez (SS), Pat Gillick (GM) and Tom Cheek (Broadcaster).
The Toronto Blue Jays will play the following games in April:
April 4 – 6 vs Boston Red Sox
April 8 – 10 vs Oakland Athletics
April 16 – 17 vs Texas Rangers
April 18 – 21 vs Detroit Tigers
For complete season coverage, visit the Blue Jays online.
LEVY RESTAURANT UNWRAPS NEW MENU OPTIONS
As Blue Jays fans gear up for the 2008 baseball season, Levy Restaurants, the restaurant company that provides premium catering for Sightlines Restaurant and the luxury suites at Rogers Centre, is also getting ready to step up to the plate. Levy Restaurants Executive Chef Rodney Meynert has spent the off-season working on exciting new additions to the menu, offering a balance of upscale amenities and new twists on traditional baseball food that will debut at the Blue Jays season opener on Friday, April 4 when the Blue Jays take on the Boston Red Sox.
New in 2008 is the Jr. Chef Day & Kids Chef’s Tables. For the youngest Blue Jays fans, the Levy Restaurants team at Rogers Centre will be hosting Jr. Chef Days, allowing kids to get an up close and personal view of what it takes to be an executive chef at Rogers Centre.
On May 25, June 7, July 27 and August 10, all kids age 10 and under in Sightlines Restaurant will be personally invited to visit the production kitchen with Executive Chef Rodney Meynert. Participants will create a delicious dessert under the watchful eye of Levy’s talented culinary staff, and all Jr. Chefs will leave with their dessert, an autographed chef’s hat and a Polaroid with Chef Meynert. Additionally, Chef Meynert has created a Kids Chef’s Table at Sightlines Restaurant targeted to kids age 8 and under. Kids Chef’s Tables are similar to the adult versions, but on a smaller scale, with a miniature table that is just their size. The kid-sized Chef’s Table will feature mini hot dogs, chicken tenders, mini cheese and pepperoni pizza, homemade spuds, fruity jell-o and an assortment of fresh fruit.
Fans can enjoy a wonderful meal and baseball game all from the comfort of the open-air Sightlines Restaurant directly over looking the field. Call 416-341-2424 to make your reservation.
HONG KONG MUSICAL SUPERSTAR BRINGS SHOW TO TORONTO
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| Hong Kong pop sensation storms Toronto |
Acclaimed Hong Kong pop sensation Leo Ku makes a grand entrance to Rogers Centre with his Magic Moments 2008 Concert on Friday, May 30 at 8:00 p.m.
A powerhouse Cantopop and Mandopop performer, Ku brings his trademark falsetto vocal technique and abundant charisma to the stage in support of his album MOMENTS, released in late 2007.
Ku will be joined on stage by special guests Theresa Fu, Kary Ng, Terence Siufay and No. 6 Human Beat Box. Together they will create a truly magical evening.
Beginning his career as an entertainment news presenter at TVB, Hong Kong’s most popular television station, Ku quickly transitioned into a successful singer and actor. Ku’s strong fan base has embraced his musical career since the release of his first album, The Explanation of Love, in 1994. Over 20 albums later, Ku continues to captivate audiences throughout the world.
Tickets for the concert, ranking in price from $38.00 - $128.00, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Rogers Centre – Gate 7, charge by phone at 416-870-8000 or online. Groups of 20 or more are encouraged to contact the Group Sales Office via e-mail.
ROGERS-BILLS PARTNERSHIP REACHES FIRST DOWN
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| Bills gearing up for eight games in five years |
Rogers Media and the Buffalo Bills have partnered to bring the excitement of the NFL to Toronto over the next five years. To make sure you are up-to-date on all information relating to the partnership, including ticket sales and priority access, sign up on the official website.
Tickets for the 8-game series will go on sale this month. With interest in the games at an extremely high level, interested individuals must register online (see link above) to qualify. The deadline to register is midnight eastern on April 24, 2008. There is absolutely no cost or obligation for registering.
INTERNATIONAL BASEBALL COMES TO TORONTO
The sport of baseball continues to grow its fan base and participant numbers all around the world. As a celebration of the sport, Major League Baseball has announced the return of the World Baseball Classic, to be played in various countries around the world starting in March 2009.
Rogers Centre was recently named one of the host venues for the first round games will be played from March 8 – 12, 2009. Toronto will welcome teams from Canada, the United States, Italy and Venezuela in Pool C play.
"The 2009 World Baseball Classic will further demonstrate the remarkable global growth of our game," said Major League Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig. "There has been incredible demand to host the games of the second World Baseball Classic, and we are pleased to have four international destinations as our first round venues."
Paul Godfrey, President and CEO, Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre, added "this is a world class event for Rogers Centre and the City of Toronto. What better place to hold the World Baseball Classic than in a city that has such as strong international reach?"
The 2008 Toronto Blue Jays roster features three players who participated in the 2006 World Baseball Classic with Vernon Wells, Matt Stairs and Marco Scutaro representing the United States, Canada and Venezuela respectively.
For more information, visit the 2009 World Baseball Classic Official Website
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