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Skate With Us on the Main Ice on March 9th!!! (Rescheduled Date)

Mar 9 2010 7:00 pm
Mar 9 2010 9:00 pm
America/New York

NEW DATE - RESCHEDULED

 

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO SHINE ON THE MAIN ICE!

Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from 7 - 9 pm
 
 
 
Members, family members and guests (within reason) are invited to join in this free event.  We will be sharing the ice at Nationwide this evening with arena volunteers.  Free skate rental will be provided.  Skaters of all abilities welcome.  Enjoy figure skating or try your hand at making a few shots on goal!
 
Please RSVP to Julie at president@jacketbackers.org and let her know how many adults and children will be attending, or if you have any other questions on the event.  Hope to see you there! 

Exclusive Members Only Tour of Nationwide Arena (2nd Date Scheduled) - Sunday, March 28, 2010

Mar 28 2010 1:30 pm
Mar 28 2010 3:30 pm
America/New York

Would you like a tour of Nationwide Arena?

The Jacket Backers Members have been given the opportunity to take a tour of Nationwide Arena.

 

This event is open to all current paid members of the 09-10 season and their families.

 

Not yet a member?  Click on Membership Signup to join today and take advantage of this exclusive event.

 

Last year's event was so popular, we will have 2 scheduled dates:

1st Date - Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at 6:30pm

2nd Date - Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 1:30pm

 

RSVP to Jessica Jones at activities@jacketbackers.org for the Sunday, March 28, 2010 event by Wednesday, March 24, 2010.

USA vs. Canada Game Watching Party This Sunday, February 21st!

Feb 21 2010 7:40 pm
America/New York

USA vs. Canada Game Watching Party

When: Sunday, February 21, 2010

Where: Buffalo Wings & Rings (8661 Columbus Pike (Rt 23), Lewis Center, OH 43035)

              Menu can be viewed at www.buffalowingsandrings.com/menu.html

Time7:40pm - Drop of the Puck - you may want to arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy some delicious food!

Who: All Olympic Hockey Fans

What: Game watching party to cheer Team USA to victory, while cheering on Rick Nash of Team Canada (and Associate Coach Ken Hitchcock)

Add'l Info: Door Prizes to be given away the night of the event

Reminder: Please consider donating to our Virtual Food Drive for the Mid-Ohio Food Bank on our website, or you can make a cash donation at the party!  100% of all donations will provide food for people in need in the Central and Eastern Ohio areas.  Just $1 will provide 2 meals.  Thank you for helping us to feed hungry people in our own neighborhoods.  We are $200 short of our season goal of $500; every little bit can make a difference!

Rally Columbus!

Please join Forward Together Columbus for a pre game rally in support of the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Arena District

Thursday, February 4, 2010
5 pm until game time
R Bar in The Arena District
413 N. Front Street

 

 

In addition the Jacket Backers will be offering raffle tickets to win a team signed street banner from last years playoffs.
 
Columbus' #1 Hockey Bar - hockey themed year round - The RBar has great game day drink specials and now has food available - their kitchen is open daily at 10:30 am.

 

Game Watching Party - Saturday at The Garage Bar

Jan 30 2010 7:30 pm
America/New York

Columbus Blue Jackets Official Viewing Party Location

with Additional Prizes Provided by the Jacket Backers

this Saturday Night, 1/30 at The Garage Bar!

 

 
The Garage Bar is located at 147 Vine Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
 
Puck drops at 8 pm.  Come hungry and enjoy delicious 25 cent wings on special during the game, and stay later to enjoy the Saturday night nightlife if you like!  In arena host Mike Todd or Greg Murray will be in attendance, along with the Blue Jackets Street Team and Stinger.  The Jackets will be giving away a pair of tickets to an upcoming game and an autographed jersey along with other fun giveaways, and you can sign up for a chance to win season tickets for next year's season.  The Jacket Backers will be giving away additional door prizes and selling raffle tickets for $5 each for your chance to win a 2008-2009 Team Signed March On Street Banner!  Drawing to be held on February 4, 2010.  Proceeds benefit the Jacket Backers Booster Club and other non-profit organizations.  You do not need to be present to win.  See a Jacket Backers Officer at the party or sometime soon to purchase your tickets!

 

 

 


On Air Live - The Coach's Show from the RBar

 

The Coach's Show with Ken Hitchcock
On Air Live from The RBar Arena
Wednesday - January 27th - 6:00pm
 
The CBJ Coach's Show will be broadcast live from the Rbar with Jeff Rimer and Coach Hitchcock!!  The show airs from 6:00 to 7:00 pm Wednesdays.  Audience members will have a chance to ask questions of the coach.
 
In addition the Jacket Backers will be giving away door prizes and offering raffle tickets to win a team signed street banner from last years playoffs.
 
The RBar now has food available as their kitchen is open daily at 10:30 am.
 
Get there early to get a seat and think up the clever question that will get you on the air!

 

St. Louis Bus Trip - Yes there is still space available!

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If you are not lucky enough to win one of the two free trips on Thursday - there still is time to reserve your seat - but time is running out.  Please contact travel@jacketbackers.org by noon on Monday January 18 to reserve your seat and make payment arrangements.

Trip Details

  • $215 per person based on double room occupancy.
  • Deluxe Motor Coach to and from St. Louis.- A comfortable ride perfect to meet new friends, socialize, take a nap or catch a movie.
  • Some light snacks and beverages will be provided on the bus and you are welcome to bring your own refreshments.
  • Raffle including one team signed item.
  • Leave early Saturday January 30th (approximately 7:00 am).
  • Arrive in St. Louis with plenty of time to check in and sight see before and after the game.
  • Overnight Accommodations at the Sheraton St. Louis City Center - 2 blocks from the Arena.
  • Ticket to Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues.
  • One hour In Arena Pre Game Party with free Beer, Wine, Soda and Appetizers.
  • Leave St. Louis late morning on Sunday for the return trip to Columbus with great memories and new friends.  

Click on Read More for Additional Information about St. Louis!

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