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Rays 2009 Community Calendar

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January

Saturday, Jan. 10 - Terra Ceia Ecosystem Restoration
Volunteers from the Rays Employee Community Outreach Team (ECOT) will help restore a lost habitat. The Terra Ceia Ecosystem Restoration Project is located in northern Manatee County. Volunteers will be scattered throughout restored estuarine wetlands helping plant plugs of salt marsh. The event is scheduled to last from 9:00 a.m. until noon. More »

Thursday, Jan. 22 - Navarro kicks off Rays Baseball Math
Rays All-Star Catcher Dioner Navarro, his wife Sherley and Rays radio broadcaster Andy Freed will visit Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary School in Manatee County to launch a county-wide program called Rays Baseball Math. More »

Tuesday, Jan. 27 - B.J. Upton Celebrity Golf Classic
B.J. Upton will host the his first Celebrity Golf Classic at Hunter's Green Country Club in Tampa. Proceeds will benefit The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. More »

February

Monday, Feb. 2 - Hot Stove Show
The Rays first Hot Stove Show of 2009 will air at 7 p.m. on WDAE 620 AM. Rays skipper Joe Maddon will join Andy Freed and Dave Wills, and Rich Herrera will interview MLB Network's Harold Reynolds.

Saturday, Feb. 7 - Gasparilla Parade
Be sure to check out the Rays float during the Gasparilla Parade.

Thursday, Feb. 12 - Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce Rays Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency.

Saturday, Feb. 14 - Rays Fan Fest
Get ready for the 2009 season at the Rays annual Fan Fest celebration at Tropicana Field. Admission and parking are free. More »

Tuesday, Feb. 17 - Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Manatee and Sarasota Chambers of Commerce Rays Luncheon at the Polo Grill & Bar.

Friday, Feb. 20 - Ambassador Program Deadline
Application deadline for high school sophomores and juniors to apply for the Student Ambassador Program.

Sunday, Feb. 22 - Matt Garza Appearance
Pepsi wants you to catch the excitement of Rays Spring Training baseball in Port Charlotte on Sunday, Feb. 22, from 2 - 3 p.m. at the Wal-Mart Supercenter on 19100 Murdock Circle. Get an autograph from ALCS MVP Matt Garza, hang out with Raymond and the Street Team, and have fun with Rays interactive inflatables. We'll see you there.

Monday, Feb. 23 - Charlotte Sports Park Open House
The Rays are hosting an Open House at the new Charlotte Sports Park in Charlotte County at 10 a.m. Admission and parking are free to all fans. Events include a ballpark tour and autograph session. More »

Thursday, Feb. 26 - Free Skin Cancer Screening
Part of the Rays and Moffitt Cancer Center's Spring Swing at the Rays vs. Yankees game in Tampa.

March

Sunday, March 1 - Free Skin Cancer Screening
Part of the Rays and Moffitt Cancer Center's Spring Swing at the Blue Jays vs. Rays game in Port Charlotte.

Monday, March 2 - Grant Application Deadline
Application deadline for the Rays Baseball Foundation's Community Fund Grant.

Friday, March 6 - Grant Application Deadline
Application deadline for the Rays Baseball Foundation's Field Renovation Grant.

Sunday, March 8 - Free Skin Cancer Screening
Part of the Rays and Moffitt Cancer Center's Spring Swing at the Rays vs. Red Sox game in Ft. Myers.

Wednesday, March 11 - Rays Charity Golf Classic
Rays coaches, players and executives will participate in the 8th Annual Rays Golf Classic at the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club in Bradenton to benefit the Rays Baseball Foundation. More »

Saturday, March 14 - Free Skin Cancer Screening
Part of the Rays and Moffitt Cancer Center's Spring Swing at the Rays vs. Reds game in Sarasota.

Saturday, March 21 - Free Skin Cancer Screening
Part of the Rays and Moffitt Cancer Center's Spring Swing at the Rays vs. Orioles game in Ft. Lauderdale.

April

Wednesday, April 8 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Citrus Park
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 8020 Citrus Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33625.

Wednesday, April 15 - Jackie Robinson Day
Jackie Robinson's legacy and impact is celebrated at Tropicana Field.

Thursday, April 16 - Miles for Moffitt Night in the Ballpark
The Rays celebrate Miles for Moffitt at the University of South Florida.

Friday, April 17 - Teaming Up for the Environment Application Deadline
Program applications must be received by 4 p.m. today. Partners will be announced on Earth Day, April 22. More »

Friday, April 17 - Lakeland Community Day
It's a day of fun-filled Rays activities in Lakeland! The Rays are celebrating the city of Lakeland with a Lakeland Community Day on Friday, April 17. Stop by the Smokey Bones Bar and Fire Grill location at 3901 US Hwy 98 North in Lakeland from 11 a.m. to 12 noon for your chance to get an autograph from Fernando Perez! The Rays street team and Raymond will also be present, handing out fun Rays goodies for fans in attendance.

Friday, April 17 - Pinellas Education Night
The Rays salute Pinellas County schools.

Saturday, April 18 - Meet J.P. Howell and Jeff Niemann
J.P. Howell and Jeff Niemann will be signing autographs at Lennar Homes' Shady Creek community, located at 10510 Shady Preserve Drive, Riverview, FL 33579 from noon - 1 p.m. and Rich Herrera will also be broadcasting his "This Week in Rays Baseball" radio show live from one of the model homes. There will be a bounce house set up for the kids and the Rays Street Team will be handing out prizes and giveaways.

Saturday, April 18 - Manatee Education Night
The Rays salute Manatee County schools.

Friday, April 22 - Teaming Up for the Environment
Winners of the Program grants will be announced today. More »

Sunday, April 26 - TradeWinds Watch Party
Come out to TradeWinds Island Resorts, the Official Beach Resort of the Rays, on Sunday, April 26. The pre and post-game radio show, hosted by Rich Herrera, will be broadcast live beginning at 3:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 4:05 p.m. Rich will be giving away prizes, including tickets to future Rays games and autographed merchandise. Come enjoy all that St. Pete Beach has to offer, with food and drinks available at the TradeWinds Island Resorts, located at 5600 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach.

Monday, April 27 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Clearwater
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 2693 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33759.

May

Friday, May 1 - Brooksville Community Day
It's a day of fun-filled Rays activities in Brooksville! The Rays are celebrating the city of Brooksville with their return of the Brooksville Community Day on Friday, May 1. Stop by the MetroPCS/AudioToyz location at 12995 Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville from 11 a.m. to 12 noon for your chance to get an autograph from a Rays player! The Rays street team and Raymond will also be present, handing out fun Rays goodies for fans in attendance.

Tuesday, May 5 - "Most Interesting" Cinco de Mayo Party
Come on out to Tropicana Field on May 5 for the "Most Interesting" Cinco De Mayo Party, brought to you by Dos Equis and the tbt* Tampa Bay Times. The party gets started at 2:30 outside of Gate 1 with a pregame tailgate party complete with Dos Equis specials "Un Dos por Tres". Then join us inside at the Power Alley Pub and watch the Rays battle the Baltimore Orioles. Don't miss out on the "Most Interesting" Cinco De Mayo Party at Tropicana Field, brought to you by the tbt* Tampa Bay Times and Dos Equis who remind you to stay thirsty my friends.

Wednesday, May 6 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Lakeland
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 3901 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland, FL 33809.

Thursday, May 7 - TradeWinds Watch Party
Come out to TradeWinds Island Resorts, the Official Beach Resort of the Rays, on Thursday, May 7 for a Rays Watch Party! The pr-e and postgame radio show, hosted by Rich Herrera, will be broadcast live beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 7:05 p.m. as your Rays battle the New York Yankees. Come enjoy all that St. Pete Beach has to offer, with food and drinks available at the TradeWinds Island Resorts, located at 5600 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach.

Thursday, May 7 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the RaceTrac in Port Charlotte from 6-7 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 24401 Sandhill Blvd., Port Charlotte.

Friday, May 8 - Miller Lite Watch Party
On Friday, May 8, join Rich Herrera for a Rays Watch Party at Bar Louie in International Plaza. Rich Herrera will broadcast the pre and post-game shows live on location beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 7:05 pm as your Tampa Bay Rays take on the Boston Red Sox. Enjoy Miller Lite drink specials all night long at Bar Louie! Plus, the Miller Lite promo team will be in attendance and handing out a variety of prizes and giveaways throughout the game.

Saturday, May 9 - Block Party at New Smyrna Beach
The Rays are bringing the magic of baseball to the beach! Be there when your Tampa Bay Rays are at New Smyrna Beach on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. - noon with the Rays street team giving away Rays items throughout the party! More »

Saturday, May 9 - Watch Party at Hooters
Join fellow fans at the Rays Watch Party at Hooters, 4215 West Hillsborough Avenue in Tampa. The first pitch of the Rays-Red Sox game is at 3:40 p.m.

Tuesday, May 12 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Brandon
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 136 Brandon Town Center Dr., Brandon, FL 33511.

Friday, May 15 - Hillsborough Education Night
The Rays salute Hillsborough County schools.

Saturday, May 23 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to Gandy Blvd. RaceTrac in St. Petersburg from 6-7 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 12025 Gandy Blvd. N., St. Petersburg.

Monday, May 25 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Citrus Park
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 8020 Citrus Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33625.

Thursday, May 28 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Brandon Blvd. RaceTrac in Brandon from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 810 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon.

Friday, May 29 - Monte Irvin Scholarship Application Deadline
Program applications must be postmarked by today. More »

June

Friday, June 5 - Courtside Grille Watch Party
On Friday, June 5, join Rich Herrera for a Rays Watch Party at Courtside Grille off Ulmerton Road in St. Petersburg. Rich Herrera will broadcast the pre- and postgame shows live on location beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 7:05 as your Tampa Bay Rays take on the New York Yankees. Enjoy Miller Lite drink specials from 4 p.m. to close at Courtside Grille. Plus, the Rays Street Team and the Miller Lite promo team will be in attendance handing out a variety of prizes and giveaways throughout the game.

Friday, June 5 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the West Hillsborough RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 6501 W. Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa.

Sunday, June 7 - TradeWinds Watch Party
Come out to the TradeWinds Island Resorts, the Official Beach Resort of the Rays, on Sunday, June 7 for a Rays Watch Party! The pre- and postgame show, hosted by Rich Herrera, will be broadcast live beginning at 12:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 1:05 p.m. as your Rays battle the New York Yankees. Come enjoy all that St. Pete Beach has to offer, with food and drinks available at the TradeWinds Island Resorts, located at 5600 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706.

Monday, June 8 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the West Waters RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 4102 W. Waters Avenue, Tampa.

Monday, June 8 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Brandon
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 136 Brandon Town Center Dr., Brandon, FL 33511.

Sunday, June 14 - Rays on the Runway
The Fourth Annual Rays on the Runway is being hosted by the Rays Wives and Nordstrom. The fashion show will take place at Nordstrom at International Plaza on Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m.

Monday, June 15 - Spring Hill "Game Day with the Rays"
Come join the Rays Street Team at Cody's Original Roadhouse in Spring Hill as we kick off the "Game Day with the Rays" promotion, where kids can win tickets and the chance to watch batting practice on the field prior to the July 11 game! The Rays Street Team will have interactive games and will be passing out Rays prizes and giveaways. The excitement starts at 5 p.m. on June 15 at Cody's Original Roadhouse at 3101 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, Fla. 34606.

Monday, June 15 - All-Star Grant Deadline
The Rays Baseball Foundation supports non-profit youth and educational organizations in the Tampa Bay area through the All-Star Grant Program. Deadline to apply is June 15. More »

Wednesday, June 17 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Park Boulevard RaceTrac in Pinellas Park from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 4601 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park.

Friday, June 19 - Rays Watch Party at Wings Gone Wild
Join Rich Herrera for a Rays Watch Party at Wings Gone Wild in Tampa off of Bay to Bay Boulevard. Rich Herrera will broadcast the pre- and postgame shows live on location beginning at 6:30 p.., with the first pitch at 7:05 p.m. as your Tampa Bay Rays take on interleague foe, the New York Mets. The special for the night is a Miller Lite pitcher with eight wings for only $9.99 for the duration of the game. Plus, the Rays Street Team and Miller Lite promo team will be in attendance handing out a variety of prizes and giveaways throughout the game.

Friday, June 19 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Bloomingdale RaceTrac in Brandon from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 10311 Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon.

Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21 - Homes' Heritage Isles Community Weekend
Come out to Lennar Homes' Heritage Isles community for a weekend of family fun and Rays baseball! Starting at noon on Saturday and Sunday, there will be food, baseball-themed activities, and a variety of things for kids to do! And to top it all off, Rich Herrera will be broadcasting the pregame show both days as the Rays square off against the New York Mets. On Saturday, Rich goes on the air at 3:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 4:10 p.m. and on Sunday, Rich begins broadcasting at 12:30 p.m., with a 1:05 p.m. first pitch as the Rays make their first and only appearance at the Mets brand new Citifield. The Rays Street Team will be in attendance handing out prizes and giveaways throughout the game, so swing on by Heritage Isles at 10512 Coral Key Avenue, Tampa, FL for a weekend of Father's Day fun!

Monday, June 29 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Clearwater
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 2693 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33759.

Tuesday, June 30 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Sitka RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 6056 W. Waters Ave., Tampa.

July

Saturday, July 11 - 3rd Annual All Star Dad Event
Details to come.

Monday, July 13 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the RaceTrac in Port Charlotte from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 24401 Sandhill Blvd., Port Charlotte.

Thursday, July 16 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Brandon Blvd. RaceTrac in Brandon from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 810 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon.

Monday, July 20 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Lakeland
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 3901 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland, FL 33809.

Thursday, July 30 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Charlotte Harbor RaceTrac in Punta Gorda from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 4968 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda.

August

Thursday, Aug. 6 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Sitka RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 6056 W. Waters Ave., Tampa.

Tuesday, Aug. 11 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the 22nd Avenue RaceTrac in St. Petersburg from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 2227 28th St. North, St. Petersburg.

Monday, Aug. 17 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to Gandy Blvd. RaceTrac in St. Petersburg from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 12025 Gandy Blvd. N., St. Petersburg.

Monday, Aug. 24 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Bloomingdale RaceTrac in Brandon from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 10311 Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon.

Monday, Aug. 24 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Brandon
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 136 Brandon Town Center Dr., Brandon, FL 33511.

Thursday, Aug. 27 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Fruitville Road RaceTrac in Sarasota from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 5600 Fruitville Road, Sarasota.

Monday, Aug. 31 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Citrus Park
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, Citrus Park, 8020 Citrus Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33625.

September

Monday, Sept. 7 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the West Hillsborough RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 6501 W. Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa.

Monday, Sept. 7 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Clearwater
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, 2693 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33759.

Thursday, Sept. 10 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Park Boulevard RaceTrac in Pinellas Park from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 4601 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park.

Thursday, Sept. 24 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Charlotte Harbor RaceTrac in Punta Gorda from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 4968 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda.

Friday, Sept. 25 - RaceTrac Kids Take the Field
Come out to the Sitka RaceTrac in Tampa from 5-6 p.m. Kids can enter for a chance to participate in "Kids Take the Field" which takes place at Tropicana Field during Sunday home games throughout the season. The Street Team will be handing out prizes and goodies at 6056 W. Waters Ave., Tampa.

Sunday, Sept. 27 - Smokey Bones Watch Party - Citrus Park
Catch the Rays on the road with fellow fans at Smokey Bones, Citrus Park, 8020 Citrus Park Dr., Tampa, FL 33625.

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