Norfolk Tides extend invite to Military Appreciation Night

The Norfolk Tides triple-A baseball team will host its annual Military Appreciation Night at Harbor Park on May 22. The game starts at 7:15 p.m., but pre-game celebrations begin when the gates open at 6 p.m.

Private 1st Class Cameron Busby of the 368th Transportation Company, Fort Story, will be among the military members representing each service branch who will throw out the first pitches. Busby recently returned from Iraq and was awarded the Combat Action Badge for bravery displayed in a theater of operations.

All of the military services will offer leisure activities and displays in and around the stadium throughout the event. A fireworks display will follow the game against the Syracuse Chiefs.

General admission seats are specially priced at $6.50 for active duty military, reservists, military retirees and all others who present a valid military ID card. A limited amount of discount parking is also available.

Stadium officials have also agreed to set aside special sections for groups of 25 or more, space permitting. Interested organizations, units, etc., should contact Dave Harrah at 622-2222, ext. 103 or 171 or e-mail dharrah@norfolktides.com.

Group reservations must be arranged at least 10 days prior to the game.

The Tides is a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. More information about their current season and roster of players can be found at www.norfolktides.com.