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Curt Simmons Day & Egypt Memorial Park Festival

Brian Michael — Sun, 06 May 2012 15:47:20 +0000

On June 2, 1947, The Philadelphia Phillies came to the Egypt Park to play the Egypt team of the old Twilight League. They came to entice Curt Simmons, a 17 year old Whitehall High School pitcher from Main Street in Egypt, to play for the Phillies. Curt Simmons went on to a 20 year career with the Phillies, Cardinals, Cubs and Angels, winning the World Series with the Cardinals in 1964. This game put the new Egypt Memorial Park on the map. The park was officially dedicated as a living memorial to the men and women of World War II on June 6, 1948.

On June 2, 2012 the town of Egypt will host a festival honoring this event which will feature Curt Simmons himself and other Phillies legends.

PARADE
The day begins at 10:00 with a parade down Main Street of Egypt. The parade’s Grand Marshall will be Curt Simmons and will feature Dallas Green, Larry Shenk and Phillies legends.

CEREMONY
A ceremony, dedicating the newly rebuilt field as “Simmons Field” will be held at 11:30 at the park.

BASEBALL GAME
Egypt Park’s Starters Orioles of the Blue Mountain League will take
to the field at 1 pm.

ENTERTAINMENT
The afternoon air will be filled with music, and one of the Lehigh Valley’s best bands, The Aardvarks, will take the stage from 6 to 10 pm.

FOOD & BEVERAGES
Food will be served by Geakers Tacos. Menu will include hamburgers, hot dogs, cheesesteaks, tacos, french fries, pierogies, shaved ice and more. Beer, soft drinks and water will be sold.

MEMORABILIA DISPLAY
The inside pavilion will feature baseball memorabilia of Curt Simmons and the history of baseball at Egypt Park.

For more information, visit: www.egyptpark.org

Photos from DC Trip

Brian Michael — Sun, 06 May 2012 15:00:57 +0000

Despite the Phillies loss yesterday, the Phillies Nation party in DC was a monumental success. A huge thanks to our friends Quimby, Marylin and the crew of Phils Fever for orchestrating the event – 13 buses and over 800 people made the trip. Here are a few photos from the pregame tailgate. (It’s always fun to get a new Phillies tattoo photo!)

Beer Tasting and Phillies Game on May 12

Brian Michael — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:42:49 +0000

Join us for a tailgate at the brand new Forest & Main Brewing Company featuring old-world beer and seasonal food in a 19th century house in Ambler, PA. On Saturday, May 12 starting at 3pm, Brewmaster Gerard Olson will guide us through a sampling of his delicious beers paired with food from their executive chef. Then around 5:30 we will hop on a bus and head down to the ballpark to see the Phillies take on the Padres. Cole Hamels is scheduled to start and we have seats behind home plate in the upper level. After the Phillies win, the bus will bring us back to Forest & Main. Tickets are just under $75 and there are a limited number of spots available, so get yours now.

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Win 2 Diamond Club Tickets from BQ Basement Systems and Help Autism Speaks!

Pat Gallen — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:05:07 +0000

You read that right; you can win 2 DIAMOND CLUB tickets to the Phillies/Cubs game on April 27 at 7:05. Here is how to win:

1. Go to the BQ Basement Systems Facebook page and give them a “LIKE.”

2. After giving BQ a “like,” all you have to do is open up your wallet for a great cause. Donate $5 (or more) to a wonderful charity, Autism Speaks. BQ is giving 100 percent of the proceeds of this giveaway to this worthy cause.

3. So, give BQ Basement Systems a LIKE on Facebook, and donate $5 or more to Autism Speaks and that’s it! You’ll be automatically entered to win the tickets.

(A random drawing will take place on Wednesday April 25 at 8pm. You’ll be notified through facebook, so keep an eye open to see if you’ve won!)

Good luck, from Phillies Nation!

Who’s going to the games this weekend?

Brian Michael — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:16:16 +0000

If you’re going to any of the games this weekend (and even if you’re not), our friends at TiqIQ have free promotions for you. And it only requires a few clicks of the mouse to enter. Here’s how to participate.

Use TiqIQ Connect to RSVP to the game: Going / Maybe Going / No, watching
One person who connects will get $100 toward a future Phillies purchase. Winner to be announced after Sunday’s game.
Everyone who connects will get pre and post game drink specials from Drinkers
Everyone who connects will get exclusive discount codes to Phillies games throughout the season.

Phillies Game Watching Party with 75-cent Beers

Brian Michael — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:57:43 +0000

Next Wednesday, April 11, join us and a bunch of Phillies fans at Drinker’s West to watch the 7:05 p.m. game between the Phillies and new-look Miami Marlins.

Drinker’s West, located at 39th and Market, features a two-story bar, massive HD screen, insanely delicious low-priced food and real low-priced drinks.

Get $0.75 High Life drafts until 11 p.m. as Phillies Nation and Crossing Broad writers play guest bartender for the evening. This is the Phillies’ second home game of the season, so stay far away from a crowded stadium complex and swing by Drinker’s West in University City.

There’s a chance the Flyers first round playoff series against the Penguins will be on as well, in which case you can count this as a dual game watching watching party. See you there!

Click here to RSVP via Facebook >>

Photos from Phillies Spring Training

Brian Michael — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:02:24 +0000

Here are the rest of the photos from mine and Pat’s excellent adventure in Clearwater. Check out some of the video footage in the latest episode of Phillies Nation TV.

Among the latest photos are ones from: the awesome St. Patrick’s Day tailgate party hosted by Phils Fever; a minor league game featuring Jim Thome and Phillies catching prospect, Bob Stumpo (also my cousin); a Phillies-Pirates game in Bradenton, FL; and a Phillies-Braves game from Bright House Field.

2012 Phillies Nation Road Trips

Pat Gallen — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:46:56 +0000

Details for four of our 2012 road trips have been announced – Clearwater, Pittsburgh, Washington, DC and Baltimore! Like last year, we will be teaming up with our friends at Phils Fever (aka Green Legion) for several awesome adventures. Check out the details:

Spring Training
Friday, March 16 to Monday, March 19

This is easily the most fun you’ll have on a road trip. In a single weekend you have – Phillies Spring Training, St. Patrick’s Day, Opening Rounds of March Madness, and Spring Break! All this within the famously sunny surroundings of Clearwater, Florida. If you are a serious Phillies fan, you need to at least consider coming on the trip.

Read more about the variety of packages starting at just $340 (not including transportation to Clearwater)

Pittsburgh
Friday, April 6 to Sunday, April 8

Time to kick-start the Phillies season and this year, we start in Pittsburgh! Opening Day is unfortunately on a Thursday, so rather than dealing with all the vacation days and missed classes, we decided to offer a package for two nights, either Friday & Saturday or Saturday & Sunday, and you can go to either one or two games, or even a Flyers-Penguins game before the Saturday night Phillies game!

Washington, DC
Saturday, May 5

As you may have heard, the Washington Nationals are trying to keep Phillies fans from taking over Nationals Park yet again. Since baseball returned to DC in 2005, Phillies Nation has been delivering Phillies fans to our nation’s capital – and we’ll do that again this May. Let’s show our old friends Jayson Werth and Brad Lidge what they’re missing!

Baltimore
Friday, June 8 to Sunday, June 10

The opportunity to see one of baseball’s finest ballparks, the original throwback at Camden Yards, does not come around often. This year we have plenty of chances to see the Phillies play the neighboring Orioles in an interleague matchup. You can come down just for 1 game or stay the entire weekend. Plus there are bus pick-ups at three different locations around Philly.

Join Phillies Nation on Road Trips this Season!

Pat Gallen — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 19:18:42 +0000

Spring Training
Friday, March 16 to Monday, March 19

Read more about the variety of packages starting at just $340 (not including transportation to Clearwater)

Pittsburgh
Friday, April 6 to Sunday, April 8

Washington, DC
Saturday, May 5

Baltimore
Friday, June 8 to Sunday, June 10

2012 Phillies Nation Road Trips

Brian Michael — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:50:52 +0000

Spring Training
Friday, March 16 to Monday, March 19

Read more about the variety of packages starting at just $340 (not including transportation to Clearwater)

Pittsburgh
Friday, April 6 to Sunday, April 8

Washington, DC
Saturday, May 5

Baltimore
Friday, June 8 to Sunday, June 10

Tickets to PSWA Banquet Honoring Pence, Phillies

Pat Gallen — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:50:42 +0000

Join the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association on January 30 as they hand out awards to local athletes and teams during their 108th annual banquet.

Among the winners is Phillies outfielder Hunter Pence, the recipient of this years “Good Guy Award.” The Philadelphia Phillies were named “Team of the Year” for their 102-win season and playoff berth.

He also joins an outstanding lineup at this year’s awards dinner, including Flyers center Claude Giroux (Pro Athlete of the Year) and Villanova cross country star Shelia Reid (Outstanding Amateur Athlete). The Phillies will be honored as the Team of the Year, and both Phillies manager Charlie Manuel and Flyers coach Peter Laviolette will be in attendance.

Join Pence at the PSWA Awards Dinner Jan 30.

Other awards, including Living Legend, Native Son and Humanitarian of the Year, among others, will be announced in coming weeks, as will a couple of memorable surprise presentations and some “Special Achievement” awards. The most coveted award—Most Courageous—is kept secret until the night of the dinner.

Comedian Joe Conklin will also perform at the dinner, the oldest continuing sports awards banquet in the nation.

The public is welcome at the dinner. Tickets are $95 apiece, and are available by clicking here.

Doors to the banquet open at 5 p.m.. with the dinner starting promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Super Bowl Party at McFadden’s Ballpark

Brian Michael — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:09:22 +0000

View the flyer

McFadden’s at the Ballpark is having a Jersey-style blowout on Super Bowl Sunday.

The afternoon kicks off with a pre-game party featuring the cast of Jerseylicious. Then at 5pm, the competition begins for McFadden’s Annual Beer Tub Team Tryouts.

Join special guest judges – including our own Pat Gallen – to help pick the team of ladies who will be serving your icy cold aluminum bottles all throughout the 2012 Phillies season.

In addition to the big game and festivities, there will be $3 Buds and Bud Lights. And if you RSVP in advance for the VIP list – you’ll receive your first beer for free! We’ll also have a PHILS sticker for you!

PSWA to Celebrate Pence, Phillies on Jan. 30

Pat Gallen — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:55:05 +0000

Join the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association on January 30 as they hand out awards to local athletes and teams during their 108th annual banquet.

He also joins an outstanding lineup at this year’s awards dinner, including Flyers center Claude Giroux (Pro Athlete of the Year) and Villanova cross country star Shelia Reid (Outstanding Amateur Athlete). The Phillies will be honored as the Team of the Year, and both Phillies manager Charlie Manuel and Flyers coach Peter Laviolette will be in attendance.

Join Pence at the PSWA Awards Dinner Jan 30.

Comedian Joe Conklin will also perform at the dinner, the oldest continuing sports awards banquet in the nation.

The public is welcome at the dinner. Tickets are $95 apiece, and are available by clicking here.

Doors to the banquet open at 5 p.m.. with the dinner starting promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Phillies Bars

Brian Michael — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:26:13 +0000

If you haven’t seen it yet, check out our map of Phillies bars around the world. We’re constantly updating it with new places and removing the lame ones. If you have a suggestion, leave a comment or email us.

View Phillies Bars in a larger map

Meet Ruiz, Mayberry, & Stutes at Sports Cave!

Pat Gallen — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:35:22 +0000

Wanna see Chooch, Mayberry, and Stutes? Well you can this weekend.

John Mayberry Jr. and Michael Stutes will be appearing at the Sports Cave in the Shops at Liberty Place, 1625 Chestnut Street, Friday, September 16 from 1 – 2:30 pm. Tickets ate $20 for one autograph of one player. A combination package for both players is available for $35 – that includes one autograph of each. The price includes a certificate of authenticity.

Carlos Ruiz will be appearing at the Sports Cave in the Shops at Liberty Place, 1625 Chestnut Street on Saturday, September 17th. Chooch will be there from 11:30 – 1 pm and tickets are $75 for one autograph of any item, which includes a certificate of authenticity.

The Sports Cave is also offering 20 percent off its normal framing prices for anyone who would like their Carlos Ruiz, Michael Stutes or John Mayberry, Jr. 8×10 or 16×20 autographed photo framed and matted. Your photo will be professionally framed and matted for $24 for an 8×10 and $56 for your 16×20.

Click here to buy tickets to these events!

For more information on the signings by the Phillies players, please call the Sports Cave at 215-454-2711 or email info@phillymancave.com.

Phillies Events this Week – August 15-22

Brian Michael — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:00:40 +0000

DC Game Watching Party

Wednesday, August 17 at 6:30pm
Sign of the Whale – Washington, DC

Join us at the Sign of the Whale on M Street for another Phillies game watching party.

Come to the upstairs bar where guest bartenders, Brian Michael and Clinton from DC Metro Eagles, will be serving up drink specials throughout the game.

The Phils will be playing the D-backs in Philly so the game starts at 7pm. Cliff Lee is slated to start.

RSVP and read more on the Phillies Nation Facebook page

Phillies-Nationals Game in DC

Saturday, August 20 at 7:00pm
Lot W – 7th and M Sts, NE – Washington, DC

Unfortunately, the bus trip is sold out but you can still tailgate with the 200+ people making the trip if you’re coming down separately or live in the DC area. We’ll be in Lot W on 7th and M Street, SE. We’ll post more details on Facebook and Twitter the day of the game.

Phillies McFlurry Launch Party

Monday, August 22 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
McDonald’s – 120 West Oregon Avenue – Philadelphia

To celebrate the launch the new Phillies McFlurry, Ronald McDonald and the Phillie Phanatic will be at the South Philadelphia McDonald’s on Front and Oregon Streets on Monday, August 22, from 3-6 p.m.

Customers will have a chance to sample the new Phillies McFlurry.

In addition, the first 100 customers to purchase a Phillies McFlurry will receive a McDonald’s-branded Phillies shirt, while supplies last!

RSVP and read more on the Phillies Nation Facebook page

Phillies Events This Week – August 8-13

Brian Michael — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:26:28 +0000

Darren Daulton’s Homeruns for Homelessness

Thursday, August 11 · 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Bones Grille - 1650 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 19446

Come out to Bones Grille in Lansdale for a charity event benefiting The Darren Daulton Foundation and Philadelphia’s street paper, One Step Away, both dedicated to ending homelessness.

Bring your friends and family and enjoy live music, great food and plenty of Yuengling Lager for only $25 per person!

Be there for the official ribbon cutting as the Phillie Phanatic unveils Dutchy’s Dugout, the smokin’ new bar at Bones Grille!

Dutch has personally asked us to invite Phillies Nation readers, so please RSVP and read more here.

2011 Garry Maddox BBQ Challenge

Saturday, August 13 · 4:30pm – 7:00pm
At Citizens Bank Park

The Barbecue Challenge features two categories for competition: one for restaurants, and one for pit masters (any individual barbecue enthusiast or team of enthusiasts not competing under the sponsorship of a restaurant). In both divisions, chefs vie for first through third place and honorable mention in three categories—chicken, ribs, and chef’s choice. The day ends with Garry’s Rib Challenge, a winner-take-all competition for a trip to the 2011 World Series. In this event highlight, there is no distinction between restaurants and pit masters: the single highest overall score wins!

Darren Daulton’s Homeruns for Homelessness

Brian Michael — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:49:18 +0000

Come out to Bones Grille in Lansdale on Thursday, August 11 from 2-8pm for a charity event benefiting The Darren Daulton Foundation and Philadelphia’s street paper, One Step Away, both dedicated to ending homelessness.

Bring your friends and family and enjoy live music, great food and plenty of Yuengling Lager for only $25 per person!

Be there for the official ribbon cutting as the Phillie Phanatic unveils Dutchy’s Dugout, the smokin’ new bar at Bones Grille!

Dutch would like to personally invite you to participate in this event – RSVP by clicking here.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EVENT

Live 97.5 the Fanatic broadcast – “Mike Missanelli Show” 2-6 pm
Live 97.5 the Fanatic broadcast – “Talkin’ Baseball with Dutch” 6-7 pm
Live music and DJ
Free smoked barbeque courtesy of the Bones Grille “Smoker”
Free beer provided the entire event courtesy of Yuengling Brewery
Prizes, Raffles, Silent Auction and other fun
Meet celebrities and professional athletes

Tickets are $25 and you can get them here.

Chevy Ride and Drive Event at Phillies Block Party

Brian Michael — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:15:00 +0000

As you may have heard, we’re helping to plan a huge Phillies Block Party at McFadden’s Ballpark this Thursday evening from 6pm to 12am to benefit the Kisses for Kyle Foundation which helps families battling childhood cancer. Tickets to the event are $25 and include an open bar, appearances by local celebrities, a silent auction, giveaways, live music and plenty more. You can purchase tickets here.

In addition, the event will feature a Ride & Drive hosted by Chevy. They’ll have a Corevette and an Equinox parked outside available for test drives around South Philly. Plus for every test drive completed, they’ll donate $10 to Kisses With Kyle (up to $250). They’ll also be giving away t-shirts, hats, bags as well as a week driving experience as part of the silent auction. This means you have the chance to ride around town in style in either a Cadillac CTS-V Coupe, Chevy Camaro, or Chevy Tahoe Hybrid.

So make plans for hanging out with us on Thursday night – you’ll enjoy plenty of Phillies fun plus cool cars. Tell your friends and get your tickets here.

Vote for Phillies Nation on MLB.com!

Pat Gallen — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:20:24 +0000

We need your help! MLB.com has chosen Phillies Nation to be part of their All Together Fan vote, and we have a chance to be spotlighted on MLB Network! Brian Michael was interviewed by MLB.com reporters about how his love of the Phillies turned into a worldwide website now in its 7th year. Pretty cool – read the story here!

All you have to do is log on to MLB.com and give Brian Michael your vote, it’s that simple. Every vote counts!!

VOTE HERE!!!