Nashville Sounds: Peanut-Free Night 2013

The Nashville Sounds will be having a peanut-free night game at 7:05 on July 22, 2013. The game is being sponsored by the Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center. For additional information on the game, please visit the Sounds' website. To purchase tickets, click here.

Charlotte Knights 2013: Food Free Box

PAK (www.pakcharlotte.org) is arranging a food free box for the Charlotte Knights Baseball game on Sunday, August 18 at 2:15 PM.  To purchase tickets, contact Bret Butler at 704.357.8071 ext. 2111.  Please say you are calling to buy tickets for the PAK Food Free Box.  Tickets are $13.

A great big THANKS goes to Justin of @allergenmenu (also creator of Noshed It, a free food allergy, gluten-free phone app) for the above info.

Chicago White Sox 2013: Allergy Awareness Game Tix on Sale NOW!

Super brief post to get you the info ASAP! BIG thanks to Judy for the heads-up on this! :)

White Sox Allergy Awareness Game at 3:10 on Saturday, June 29, 2013

"To order tickets please send back the order form with a waiver for each person that has a nut allergy."

Here is the link to the waiver.

Little League in Milford, NY Bans Sale of Peanut Products

Peanut allergy accommodations extend to Little League teams too! This headline caught my eye: Milford National Lou Gherig Little League to Halt Peanut Sales Due to Allergy Concerns.

Tennessee Smokies 2013: Peanut Free Game

On Thursday, May 23, 2013, the Tennessee Smokies will be offering a peanut free game. The game is sponsored by the Allergy Asthma & Sinus Center. Tickets may be purchased online.

Baltimore Orioles 2013: Peanut Allergy Suite

From the Baltimore Orioles website:

"Peanut Allergy Options

A Peanut Allergy Suite is available for select games. This suite on the Oriole Park Club Level will be cleaned thoroughly before each game and reserved specifically for those fans and their guests with a peanut allergy. Tickets are $25 per person and sold on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of six tickets per order. While there is no area in the ballpark entirely free from the possibility of peanuts or peanut dust, this suite provides an environment best suited for those fans with allergies. All fans and/or their parents will be required to sign a release form upon purchasing tickets.

 

The Oriole Park Peanut Allergy Suite is available on May 29 vs. Washington; June 24 vs. Cleveland; July 8 vs. Texas; July 30 vs. Houston; August 16 vs. Colorado; and September 5 vs. Chicago. Tickets for this suite are available via phone order only at 888-848-BIRD."

The waiver/release form is available on the Orioles website as well.

St. Louis Cardinals 2013: Peanut Controlled Days

This year, the St. Louis Cardinals are offering three peanut controlled days at Busch Stadium:

Wednesday, June 5, at 7:15 PM
Sunday, July 7, 1:15 PM
Saturday, August 24, 6:15 PM

Per the Cardinals' website, "This unique opportunity allows our fans with peanut allergies to sit in a "Peanut Controlled Zone" - sales of peanuts will be halted in your section and fans will not be allowed to consume peanut products in that area."

To purchase tickets, please visit the Cardinals' website.

Long Island Ducks 2013: Peanut Free/Food Allergy Awareness Day

The Long Island Ducks recently announced their promotional schedule. I was happy to spot a peanut-free/food allergy awareness day game scheduled for May 11. The game will start at 1:05 PM and is versus the Somerset Patriots. Tickets may be purchased online. Thanks to the Long Island Ducks for continuing to offer a peanut free game!

Florence Freedom 2013: Peanut Free Game

The Florence Freedom are offering a peanut-free game on Friday, June 14 at 6:35 versus the Greys. This game is being sponsored by Family Allergy & Asthma of Louisville, Kentucky. For more information on the game and to buy tickets, please visit the Florence Freedom's website.

Louisville Bats 2013: Peanut-Free Game

The Louisville Bats will be offering a peanut free game on May 10 at 6:35 PM, sponsored by Family Allergy & Asthma of Louisville, Kentucky. This is the third year the Bats have held a peanut free game. For more information, please read Bats baseball offers allergic a stress-free, nut-free day.

Pawtucket Red Sox 2013: 2 Peanut Free Allergy Night Games

From the website of the Pawtucket Red Sox:

 

"The Pawtucket Red Sox are pleased to announce that they have designated two home games during the 2013 season as “Peanut Free Allergy Nights” at McCoy Stadium. The games will be May 14 when the PawSox host Gwinnett at 7:05 pm and August 13 vs. Louisville at 7:05 pm. Peanut products will not be sold anywhere throughout the ballpark during those two games. We hope those with peanut allergies who have always wanted to enjoy a game, will be able to join us on May 14th and August 13th, leave their worries behind, and root, root, for the home team!"

Pittsburgh Pirates: Allergy Awareness Night 2013

The Pittsburgh Pirates are having their 2nd annual allergy awareness game on May 31, 2013 at 7:05 PM. Tickets are only $20! Tickets may be purchased online. For more information, take a look at the Pittsburgh Pirates website.

Thanks to Katie for the heads-up on this game!

Detroit Tigers 2013: 2 Peanut Allergy Friendly Games

There are two dates scheduled for peanut allergy friendly games: Sunday April 28 at 8:08 PM and Sunday May 12 at 1:08 PM.

Please see the below message I received from the Detroit Tigers:

Hello Tigers Fan,

 

The Detroit Tigers are again happy to provide the opportunity for individuals with a peanut allergy to attend a Tigers game this season.  A maximum of four tickets per family maybe purchased.  A signed waiver must be completed to participate.

 

Space is limited and available for purchase on a first come, first serve basis online only.

 

Please click the following link to purchase tickets.

 

www.tigers.com/peanutfriendly

Milwaukee Brewers 2013: 6 Games with Peanut Controlled Section

Thanks to Edward of rescueshotcase.com for the heads-up on the Brewers peanut allergy friendly games. The Brewers are offering six games with a peanut controlled section. The dates for those games are:

Monday 4/29 at 7:10 PM vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Friday 5/24 at 7:10 PM vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Friday 6/21 at 7:10 PM vs. Atlanta Braves
Friday 7/5 at 7:10 PM vs. NY Mets
Thursday 8/15 at 7:10 PM vs. Cincinnati Reds
Friday 8/30 at 7:10 PM Oakland A's

Seats are $42 each and there is a limit of 6 seats per order. For additional information or to place an order, please visit the Brewer's website.

Camden Riversharks 2013: FARE Night

Thank you to FARE for notifying me that The Camden Riversharks are having a FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education) night game n May 11, 2013 at 5:35 PM. $5.00 of each ticket is donated to FARE, and tickets are only $11 plus a $1.25 processing fee. Please see the flyer for information on ordering tickets. For additional information or any questions, please email Mark Schieber at mschieberATriversharksDOTcom.

Red Sox 2013: Peanut Allergy Friendly Games

A BIG thank you goes out to Edward of rescueshotcase.com for alerting us to the following information about peanut allergy friendly Red Sox games this season! I have copied and pasted the information below.

2013 Peanut-Allergy Friendly Initiative

Overview:

Entering its ninth year in existence, the Boston Red Sox will welcome Peanut-Allergy fans to Fenway Park once again in 2013.  In coordination with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: New England chapter; the Red Sox make a concerted effort to assist all fans in their efforts to see Boston Red Sox Baseball at Fenway Park. Many of the changes to this season’s Peanut Allergy Friendly Initiative were in response to the 2012 Peanut Allergy Survey.

(All game dates fall on a Saturday in favor of fan support from our 2013 Peanut Allergy Initiative Survey)

2013 Peanut Allergy Friendly Game Dates:

June 8^th @ 7:15pm vs. LAA

July 20^th @ 4:05pm vs. NYY,

August 3^rd @ 7:10pm vs. ARI

Aug 31^st @ 7:10pm vs. CWS

  Sat. July 27^th Futures at Fenway

• Seating locations for the Baseball Beanpot and Futures at Fenway are still TBD

The Cumberland Farms Deck will be our main seating area for our 2013 Peanut Allergy Friendly games 

• Located on the Right Field Roof Terrace
• This section consist of 70 seats and 100 standing room only seats
• Price: $50 for a seat and $30 standing room only
• Tickets are purchased in advance of the game date
• Cumberland Farms Deck will be thoroughly cleaned and inspected prior to each game
• Appropriate “Peanut-Allergy Friendly” signage will be posted at the site location
• Families will receive tickets from ambassadors inside Gate B as soon as they turn in their waiver forms that are sent to them in advance
• Ambassadors will assist directing fans up to Coke Deck starting 2 hours prior to first pitch and up until the start of the 2^nd inning
• Sales of any nut products are prohibited on or near the Right Field Terrace during the game
• There is an extra security, EMS, and Ambassador presence in the Cumberland Farms Deck throughout the game to troubleshoot questions and be of assistance in case an emergency arises
• Will Jones will remain the main contact for these families throughout the course of the day

What we provide:

1. Atmosphere – A safe and friendly environment welcoming our fans to Fenway Park 
2. Tickets – Peanut Families pick up at Gate B for Cumberland Farms Deck anytime from the time gates open through the first inning
3. Waiver Forms – They are sent to the families in advance and must be signed to receive their tickets
4. Goody Bags – Each family will receive a goody bag when entering the ballpark
5. Scoreboard Message – Arranged in advance, there will be a scoreboard message saying: “The Boston Red Sox Welcome Our Peanut-Allergy Families to Fenway Park”
6. Wally the Green Monster visit – Arranged in advance, Wally will visit the or Cumberland Farms deck, for a half inning during the game
7. Customer Service – A combination of Fenway Ambassadors, Ushers, Security and Beth Israel EMS staff providing the best customer service possible

Booth F will be available one game per homestand for families whose children have extremely severe allergies. Additional opportunities may arise throughout the season.

 Booth F:

• Located on Media Level of Fenway Park
• Tickets are available once per Homestand 
• Price: $55 per ticket and the booth can hold up to 6 people per game
• Each family will be given a goody bag that includes the waivers that each individual must sign upon arriving at 4 Yawkey Way
• It is the assigned ambassador’s duty to ensure Booth F is clean of all nut products before bringing the family to the booth
• The Fan Services calendar will provide contact info of the family attending each specific game as well as a time for the assigned ambassador to meet the family and escort them to Booth F
• Families will meet an ambassador at 4 Yawkey Way at the convenience of the department prior to game time and be taken up the Booth F via the Front Office
• For credentials, which act as their ticket please see Will Jones, Jovan Holland, or Nina Beltre
• The ambassador will be the contact for this family for the duration of the game, please exchange contact numbers and remain accessible.

FAQ’s:

1. Why must we sign waivers?

   Waivers must be signed before attending a peanut allergy friendly game as     

   we cannot fully guarantee a peanut free environment.

2. Why are ticket prices so high for my family and I to attend a game?

The Coca – Cola Deck tickets were the most expensive at $75 per ticket based upon feedback we switched locations and the highest priced ticket is $50 for Cumberland Farm Deck tickets.

3. Are tours available for people with peanut allergies? 

We will offer a peanut allergy friendly tour before every peanut allergy friendly game in 2013. More details will be provide closer to each date.

4. Why did I not receive any emails or updates about the peanut allergy friendly games?

Participants must notify Will Jones of an email or phone number changes for  contact and information purposes. Email at peanutallergy@redsox.com

5. What is the reason for using only the Cumberland Farms Deck for peanut allergy friendly games? The Cumberland Farms Deck was voted on by the majority of participants who took the 2012 Peanut Allergy Friendly survey.

6. What time do gates open?

    Gates open an hour ½ before game time.

7. My kids have a severe airborne peanut allergy how can we attend a game at Fenway    Park? 

For one game during each homestand we offer our fully enclosed Booth F as our peanut allergy friendly booth. Booth F is located on Fenway Park’s 5^th floor media level.

8. How do I know what foods are peanut allergy friendly at Fenway Park?

A list of ingredients for each food served at concessions will be emailed to each participant. There will be a concession stand nearby that will not carry any peanut products or use any peanut oils on the day of each peanut allergy friendly game.

9. Will there be more games this next year?

For the 2013 season we will have 6 peanut allergy friendly games with the addition of the Baseball Beanpot and the Futures @ Fenway game. 

10. Why are there vendors who sell peanut products roaming the peanut allergy friendly area? Vendors will pass by the peanut allergy friendly section to visit fans in other seating locations.

11. Can I swap my tickets grandstand seats for peanut allergy friendly seats?

      Situations such as these will be handled on a case by case Basis.

Notes:

• Please note that Fenway Park is NOT Peanut Free. We prefer the term Peanut Allergy Friendly as we know there are fans who attend Fenway Park that will eat peanuts in other areas of the park.

• After every game I will send out a survey in which I would like all participants to answer. This survey will help us gain knowledge on how to better improve your experience here at Fenway Park.

• Please Contact Me throughout the season with updated emails and phone number changes. This is so that everyone stays in the loop and has a fair chance to purchase tickets to our peanut allergy friendly games.

For any suggestions, questions, or information on Peanut Allergy Friendly games please contact Will Jones at 617-226-6278 or email: peanutallergy@redsox.com

Yankees 2013: Peanut Allergy Friendly Suites at 2 Games

Just received news from Cheri Golub today about the Yankees peanut allergy friendly games--very exciting! Thank you, Cheri! Please see the below email for the details.

Good Afternoon, 

I hope this email finds you and your family well. I am pleased to inform you about this season’s Suite Nights at Yankee Stadium. The dates are for the game scheduled on Friday, April 12th against the Baltimore Orioles at 7:05pm and for the game scheduled on Saturday, April 27th against the Toronto Blue Jays at 4:05pm. The cost will be $100.00 per ticket per person. The seating location will be for a Party City Party Suite. Basic ballpark food and non alcoholic beverages will be included in the cost of the ticket. A waiver that must be signed, notarized and returned to the Yankees prior to or at the time tickets are picked up for the relevant game, will be provided once your interest in attending one or both games has been indicated.

If you are interested in purchasing tickets for one or both of the games please let me know and I will reply with a request for necessary information in order to proceed with your request. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.

Thank you,

Aaron Pickus
New York Yankees
Senior Coordinator, Disabled Services and Guest Relations
Yankee Stadium
One East 161st Street
Bronx, NY 10451
Direct Dial: 646-977-8048 
TTY: 718-579-4595 
apickus@yankees.com 

Lakewood BlueClaws 2013: Peanut Free Game

I just received word from FARE that the Lakewood, New Jersey BlueClaws are hosting a peanut-free game on Sunday, June 2, at 1:05PM which will benefit FARE. For additional information, please take a look at the promo flyer. A separate flyer is available to explain how to purchase tickets for the game. The Lakewood BlueClaws have been hosting peanut allergy friendly games for several years now.

Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 2013: Peanut-Free Night

The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers have scheduled a peanut-free game on June 20, 2013 at 7:05 PM. Tickets may be purchased online.

South Bend Silver Hawks 2013: Peanut Free Baseball Game

Thanks to Michiana Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Support for sharing the exciting news of the South Bend Silver Hawks inaugural peanut-free game! The game is scheduled for May 19, 2013 at 2PM. Peanut-free seats are in a home plate suite and only 50 seats are available. According to Michiana Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Support's FB page, "You can call or go ticket office to purchase your tickets. Ask about Peanut Free Section Suite when inquiring about them. Number to call for tickets is (574)235-9998 ask for Devon Hastings."

A big thanks goes to Michiana Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Support. Please stop by their Facebook Page and offer your support to them by hitting LIKE!

Washington Nationals 2013: 4 Dates for Peanut-Free Seats

Peanut-free seats are only $30 a ticket and are located in a suite. There are four dates scheduled for peanut-free seating in a suite:

Saturday May 25 at 7:15pm

Saturday June 22 at 12:05pm

Sunday July 28 at 1:35pm

Sunday September 15 at 1:35pm

To purchase tickets, please call Brian Beck at (202) 640-7647 or email him brian.beckATnationalsDOTcom.

Omaha Storm Chasers 2013: Peanut Free Night

The Omaha Storm Chasers are hosting their 2nd peanut-free night on June 18, 2013. This year's game is being co-sponsored by Asthma and Allergy Center in Bellevue, Nebraska and Backlund Plumbing in Omaha, Nebraska. The game starts at 7:05 PM and the gates at Werner Park open at 6:05PM. The Storm Chasers are playing the Albuquerque Isotopes.

Tickets may be purchased online.

Chicago White Sox 2013: Nut Allergy Awareness Game

Tickets for this season's first White Sox Nut Allergy Awareness Game are now available! The game is scheduled for April 20 at 2:05 PM and is against the Twins. There will be three sections with "limited exposure" to peanuts/nuts. Thank you to Jenny of the Nut-Free Mom Blog, and Judy T for sending the below info!

Below is the message from the White Sox:

The White Sox are pleased to announce the first Nut Allergy Awareness Game of the 2013 season.  Please join us, on Saturday April 20^th when the White Sox play the Minnesota Twins at US Cellular Field.   There will be a special designated area in the club level for anybody with a nut allergy and their family and friends.  No nuts or anything containing nuts will be allowed in the special seating area.  There will also be a special food table in the area featuring foods that do not contain nut products.   There will also be food options for people with milk and egg allergies.

In addition to the specially priced tickets, each family that purchases tickets will be eligible to win 1 of 2 autographed White Sox Items. These winners will be selected randomly and will receive their autographed item on the day of the game.

All of the information you will need is attached.  You will need to send back a waiver for each person that has a nut allergy with the order form.  If you have questions, please feel free to call me at 312-674-5186 or shoot me an email.

Thanks,

Dustin Milliken

Lowell Spinners 2013: Peanut Free Games

"LeLacheur Park goes Peanut Free, eliminating the sale of all peanuts and peanut products to create a safe environment for all." 5 peanut free games are scheduled this year:

Sunday, June 30 vs. the Vermont LakeMonsters

Sunday, July 14 vs Jamestown Jammers

Sunday, August 4 vs the Batavia Muckdogs

Sunday, August 18 vs Hudson Valley Renegades

Sunday, September 1 vs the Tri-City Valleycats

Tickets may be purchased online.

Madison Mallards: Allergy Friendly Game 2013

Thank you to the Wisconsin Food Allergy Association for sending the below information about the Madison Mallards' 2013 Allergy Friendly game.

"The Madison Mallards will be playing the Green Bay Bullfrogs at the June 16, Allergy Friendly Game. The game starts at 3:05pm. There will be a peanut-free concession stand with ingredient listing available for the items sold there and there will be a special seating section. Tickets are $23.00 /person and include all you can eat and drink (soda and water) and 3 draught beers. Go to www.foodallergywis.org to order tickets by June 2 and to view a flyer and for more information. This is the third year for this event."

Reading Phillies 2013: Food Allergy Awareness Game Night

Thank you to Lynda Mitchell of Kids with Food Allergies (now part of AAFA) for sending along info about the Reading Phillies peanut free game night. This year's game is scheduled for Thursday, August 22, at 7:05 pm. This is the seventh year the Phillies have hosted a Food Allergy Awareness Peanut Free Game. There will be a designated section which will be cleaned with a special cleanser and no peanut containing foods will be sold that night. For additional information, please view the flier and letter.

Railriders 2013: Peanut-Free Night

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders are hosting a peanut-free night game on July 18 against the Louisville Bats. According to the team's website, "On Peanut Free Night, the entire stadium will be power-washed and cleaned from top to bottom in an effort to remove all peanut dust from PNC Field. The concessions stands will not sell any food items containing peanuts so our fans with peanut allergies can enjoy a game."

Tickets will be available in late March and may be purchased online.

Birmingham Barons 2013: Peanut Free Night

The Birmingham Barons have scheduled a peanut-free game on Monday, June 24, against the Huntsville Stars, sponsored by Alabama Allergy & Asthma Center. Tickets may be purchased online.

Reno Aces 2013: Peanut Free Game

The Reno Aces of Reno, NV, are having a peanut-free baseball game on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 6:35 PM against the Fresno Grizzlies. Tickets for the game may be purchased online.

Peanut Free Games: West Michigan Whitecaps 2013

Thanks to Josephine for a Twitter tip about the Whitecaps' peanut free games coming up this spring. Two peanut free games are scheduled against the Great Lakes Loons in Grand Rapids, MI--Tuesday, May 28th at 6:35 pm & Wednesday, May 29th at 11:00 am. Tickets may be purchased online.

Peanut-Free Games 2013: Lexington Legends, Louisville Bats, and Florence Freedom

Mark your calendars! Family Allergy & Asthma of Louisville, Kentucky notified us of the dates for three peanut-free games: 

Lexington Legends, Thursday, April 26

Louisville Bats, Friday, May 10

Florence Freedom, Friday, June 14

We will post when additional information about these games is available.

Peanut-Free Day: Portland SeaDogs 2013

May 19th has been designated as Peanut Free Day at U.S. Cellular Pavillion in Portland, Maine. An entire section of about 400 seats will be peanut-free and those sitting in the designated peanut-free area will also be able to access a separate entrance.

Tickets for the peanut-free area may be purchased over the phone at (207) 879-9520 or online. (The online peanut-free option should be up and running by February 1.)

Peanut-Free Suite: New York Mets 2013

The Food Allergy Foundation has made arrangements for a peanut-free suite on Sunday, April 21, 2013. Tickets are $92.50 each and include a seat in the peanut-free suite and a peanut-free menu. For more information, email infoATfoodallergyfoundationDOTorg.

Peanut-free Game: Kane County Cougars 2013

Thank you to peanutfreebaseball.com Facebook friend Michelle for notifying us that the Kane County Cougars (Geneva, IL) are hosting a peanut-free game on Thursday, July 18 at 6:30 PM. Word is that there will be fireworks and base running after the game. To purchase tickets to the peanut-free game, visit the Cougars' website.

Peanut Free Night 2013: DuPage County Hounds

The DuPage County Hounds (Lisle, IL) will be hosting a peanut free game on June 23, 2013 at 6:00 PM. Tickets are only $6 each! The DuPage County Hounds offer a kids zone, run the bases after the game, free parking and more. For additional information, please view the flyer.

Thank you to Joe of the DuPage County Hounds for contacting peanutfreebaseball.com with this info, and to the DuPage County Hounds for this great accommodation for peanut/nut allergy families.

Peanut Controlled Games 2013: Seattle Mariners

Save the date(s)!

Our wonderful friend out West, Michael San Soucie, sent the following dates for Seattle Mariners' games with peanut controlled sections. *Thank you again, Michael!* I will post ticketing and other info as soon as it is available.

There are four games with a peanut controlled section scheduled for 2013:

• Sunday, April 28 vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 
• Wednesday, June 26 vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 
• Friday, July 26 vs. Minnesota Twins 
• Tuesday, August 27 vs. Texas Rangers

Peanut Controlled Section 2013: Toronto BlueJays

Late in 2012, I received word from Debbie Bruce (amazing lady!) that the Toronto Blue Jays will be doubling the number of games in the peanut controlled section this season! That's pretty exciting news! More information will be available in the coming weeks, but here are the dates for now:

• April 30th vs. Boston
• May 14th vs. San Francisco
• June 17th vs. Colorado
• July 19th vs. Tampa Bay
• August 27th vs. Yankees
• September 10th vs. Angels

Peanut Allergy Friendly Baseball Games 2013: Chicago White Sox

Spring training isn't that far away now! Word over on the Food Allergy Buzz Google+ Community is that the White Sox are planning 2 peanut allergy friendly games this year. Thanks to Marciano, who spotted the news on the Peanut-Free White Sox Facebook Page.

All of the details are not available yet, but so far, we know the first game is versus the Twins and is scheduled for Saturday, April 20 at 2:05 PM. The second game is Saturday, June 29 at 6:05 PM. 

We'll keep you updated here on peanutfreebaseball.com as we receive more info. To connect with other peanut allergy families who are fans of the White Sox, be sure to visit the Peanut-Free White Sox Facebook Page. A big thanks goes to Jason, founder of the Peanut-Free White Sox Facebook Page for all his hard work!