Atlanta Braves Homestand Highlights, August 31 - September 9

08/29/2007:
Friday, August 31 - Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets, 7:35 PM
PARKING ALERT - Fans heading out to Turner Field this weekend for the Atlanta Braves/New York Mets series are urged to arrive early and park at Lakewood Amphitheater if they have not already pre-purchased their parking. Parking at Lakewood will cost $5 and there is a free, five-minute shuttle to and from Turner Field.
Braves Hat Night presented by Delta - The first 45,000 fans will receive a Braves Hat.
"Mark Teixeira Tribute" performance live in Fan Plaza - "Tito and the Gun Show," the popular singers/song-writers made famous for their "Mark Teixeira Tribute" on YouTube will perform the song live in Fan Plaza at 6:45.
The Atlanta Braves Concert Series and Comcast Local Bands on Demand present The Pendletons. Live in Fan Plaza starting at 5:15 p.m.
Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Emmy Winner, Louis Gossett Jr. will lead the singing of "Take Me Out To The Ballgame" during the 7th inning stretch.
Publix Friday Night Fireworks - Enjoy a fabulous fireworks show after every 2007 Friday night home game.
Atlanta Braves Power Lunch - Atlanta Braves fans can have lunch and participate in a Q & A session with Braves players Andruw Jones, Chuck James, Buddy Carlyle and Tyler Yates when the Atlanta Braves host "Power Lunch Presented by Publix," at ESPN Zone in Buckhead. All proceeds go to the Atlanta Braves Foundation. Friday's Power Lunch is sold out, but fans can purchase tickets for the season's final Power Lunch on September 21 by calling ESPN Zone at 404-682-3776 x226.

Saturday, September 1 - Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets, 3:55 PM
Latin Night - Join the Braves in celebrating Latin Heritage with live performances and Latin dance instruction in Fan Plaza. The Atlanta Braves Concert Series presents Serenata Band, voted best Latin band by Creative Loafing in 2005 and 2006, performing live in Fan Plaza from 1:30 -3:30 p.m. Food and drink specials will be available throughout the ballpark.
Autotrader.com Fan Giveaway - The first 15,000 fans will receive handheld fans to help beat the heat.

Sunday, September 2 - Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets, 1:05 PM
Braves Breast Cancer Awareness Day presented by Publix and Skirt! Magazine - The Braves will honor those who have courageously battled breast cancer on Sunday, September 2nd. Breast cancer survivors will receive a free Lower Level ticket for the Braves/Mets game, and their friends and family can purchase tickets for $10 at www.braves.com/bc_awareness. Proceeds from the Atlanta Braves Foundation's silent auction and sales of a special "Breast Cancer Awareness Day" t-shirts will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure, supporting research, education, advocacy, and free services for cancer patients and their families throughout Metro Atlanta.
All-Star Sunday - Every Sunday at Turner Field is an All-Star Sunday, featuring alumni autograph sessions in Fan Plaza before the game, balloon artists, face painters, and Kids Run the Bases after the game. Braves alumni Brian Jordan, Albert Hall, and Paul Assenmacher will sign autographs in Fan Plaza between 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. and participate in a Q & A session with fans starting at noon.

Monday, September 3 - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 1:05 PM
Braves Rally Poster presented by Chick-Fil-A - The first 8,000 fans will receive a Chick-Fil-A Rally Poster.

Tuesday, September 4 - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 7:35 PM
Dale Murphy will be at Turner Field to sign his copies of his book, The Scouting Report: Youth Athletics. From 5:30-6:30 in the Hank Aaron Room (field level, aisle 128) season ticket holders will have an exclusive opportunity to have their books signed, and at 6:30 the book signing will open up to all fans. The book will be on sale for $20 in the Hank Aaron Room, with proceeds benefiting the Atlanta Braves Foundation and Murphy's I Won't Cheat Foundation.
Fans having their books signed can donate $20 to benefit the Atlanta Braves Foundation and Murphy's I Won't Cheat Foundation to have Murphy autograph one additional piece of Braves memorabilia that fans bring to the signing.
The Atlanta Braves Concert Series presents "Cousin Wolf" live in Fan Plaza starting at 5:15 p.m. Coca-Cola 2-for-1 Tuesdays - Every Tuesday home game, buy one Upper Reserved ticket and get one FREE; two seats for only $8.

Wednesday, September 5 - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies, 1:05 PM
Dale Murphy will sign copies of his book, The Scouting Report: Youth Athletics, at the Braves Clubhouse Store at the CNN Center on September 5 from noon - 1 p.m. The book will be available for purchase at the Braves Clubhouse Store at the CNN Center.
Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevrolet - Before the game the Braves will honor their recipient of the 2007 Roberto Clemente Award. The Roberto Clemente Award recognizes those players who best exemplify the game of baseball through sportsmanship, community involvement and positive contributions to their teams.
McDonald's Outfield Advantage Wednesdays - Every Wednesday home game, purchase one Outfield Pavilion ticket, get one FREE; two lower-level seats for only $20.

Friday, September 7 - Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals, 7:35 PM
Walter Victor Book Signing - Braves long-time team photographer, Walter Victor, will sign copies of his book, Brave at Heart, at the Braves Clubhouse Store in Fan Plaza from 6:00-7:30.
The Home Depot Mystery Gift Card Giveaway - The first 15,000 fans at Turner Field will receive mystery gift cards courtesy of The Home Depot, ranging in value from $1 to $1,000.
Publix Friday Night Fireworks - Enjoy a fabulous fireworks show after every 2007 Friday night home game.

Saturday, September 8 - Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals, 7:05 PM
Warner Robbins Little League - The Atlanta Braves will welcome the 2007 Little League World Series Championship team from Warner Robbins Little League to Turner Field to meet the Braves.
80's Mullet Head Night - The Atlanta Braves Concert Series presents the 80s cover band sensation VAN HEINEKEN. Live in fan plaza starting at 5:15 p.m.

Sunday, September 9 - Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals, 1:05 PM
Bark at the Park, benefiting the Bobby Cox "Paws BeCause... They are Worth Saving" - Due to overwhelming response from local pet owners, the Atlanta Braves Bark in the Park is SOLD OUT. Only those fans who have pre-registered will be allowed to bring their dogs in the ballpark for the Bark in the Park event. Coca-Cola Sky Field will be transformed into a doggie-paradise, complete with on-site veterinary services, doggie pools, cool water misters, and plenty of watering holes for the pets to stay hydrated.
All-Star Sunday - Every Sunday at Turner Field is an All-Star Sunday, featuring alumni autograph sessions in Fan Plaza before the game, balloon artists, face painters, and Kids Run the Bases after the game. Braves alumni Greg Olson and Jay Howell will sign autographs in Fan Plaza between 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. and participate in a Q & A session with fans starting at noon.

Every Week at Turner Field
Every Day College Discount - 2-for-1 Tickets - Show a college ID at the Turner Field ticket windows and receive two Upper Box tickets for the price of one.
Every Day Military Discount - 2-for-1 Tickets - Buy One, Get One Upper Box Ticket Free. Show valid ID at the Turner Field ticket windows.

EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY - 2-for-1 ticket special
EVERY THURSDAY - Free Gate Giveaway
EVERY FRIDAY - Publix Friday Night Fireworks
EVERY SATURDAY - Theme Nights
EVERY SUNDAY is an "All Star Sunday" featuring alumni autograph sessions, balloon artists, face painters, and Kids Run the Bases after the game

Source: MLB

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