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Arizona Republic from Phoenix, Arizona • Page 129

Publication:
Arizona Republici
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona
Issue Date:
Page:
129
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-t the Rep 'August 28, 1997 The Ari7nna Republic fT Firebirds expect fans to have ball cn historic night reader Phoenix Firebirds' final regular season game WHEN: 7:05 tonight. WHERE: Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 5999 E. Van Buren St. TICKETS: $3 to 990-9528. 1 Ai 4 J.

I A Janet TrentThe Arizona Republic graves Happy about a family festival that actually catered to families? Looking for a way to spread the word on a great place to have birthday parties? Take a moment to gloat about it. Call our Reader Rave Line, 271-5656, and punch in 9561. Or visit www. azcentral.comentyakback on the Web. -m D3CK Are you angry because there were too many strollers in the aisles at a trade show? Or maybe employees of a family hangout were rude to your little ones.

Either' way, be vocal and share your concerns! Call our Bite Back Line, 271-5656, and punch in 9562. Or visit www. azcentral.comentyakback on the Web. stop delivery of your newspaper, and ask 2zS Th Arizona Ktpublie LiMMidr" 1 I Phineas T. Firebird enjoys kidding around.

Just ask 3-year-old Jordan Mesa of Scottsdale, who received a personal visit from the Firebirds' mascot. By Thomas Ropp The Arizona Republic Something is going to happen to Phoenix Firebirds mascot Phineas T. Firebird this evening. But the Firebirds' front office won't say what. "We can only say it will be good, wholesome family entertainment like always," said George King, Firebirds director of media relations.

Tonight is the Firebirds' final regular season game. After the playoffs, the team will conclude a 39-year run and the distinction as being the oldest professional sports franchise in the state. King said tonight's game will be even more family-oriented than usual. In addition to the mysterious goings-on with Phineas T. Firebird, there also will be several former Firebirds greats on hand such as Guy Su-larz to sign autographs and talk Firebirds nostalgia.

A special ceremony before the game will "pass the torch" from the Firebirds organization to the Arizona Diamondbacks and their new reign. "We also have a fireworks extravaganza planned after the game," said Andy Taylor, Firebirds assistant director of media relations. "We're going to light up the sky big time." Kids also will be eligible to participate in wacky Firebirds games like "running the bases," "izzy dizzy bat contest" and "tackle the taco." "We'll also be selling our Firebirds nostalgia items like retro caps Your Memorial Connection to All Charities A special vMy to honor the memory of a special life. Make memorial gift to the charity of your choice. Total gift goes directly to the charity.

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"Not to knock the Diamondbacks, but minor league baseball has always been more family oriented," Martin said. "Everything is less expensive and you get closer to the players. After tonight, there will be a major gap in family oriented sports entertainment in the Valley." Appropriately, the Firebirds' final regular season opponent will be the in-state rival Tucson Toros. For purposes of nostalgia, tonight's final game will be played at Phoenix Municipal Stadium and not Scotts-dale Stadium, where the'Firebirds usually play their home games. 51" I I'M I II Z525 N.

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