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BOWLING AGAINST BULLYING

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

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GOALS FOR COFFEE

Tuesday, April 24th, 2012

by Staff Reports // 4.24.2012 // Feature

LATHAM, N.Y. – CEO Chris Ciceri and head coach Rick Kowalsky joined Siena Athletics and Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees today to donate 500 pounds of coffee to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. The donation – the equivalent of 16,000 cups of coffee – was fueled by separate season-long partnership agreements between Dunkin’ Donuts and the Capital Region sports teams along with an additional donation by Dunkin’ Donuts.

During the recently concluded Siena men’s basketball and Albany Devils seasons, Dunkin’ Donuts pledged to donate one pound of coffee to the Regional Food Bank for every Saints dunk and for every home goal scored by the Devils. The Albany Devils of the American Hockey League lit the lamp 103 times while the Siena Saints of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference recorded 47 dunks.

Dunkin’ Donuts and its Capital Region franchisees contributed an additional 350 pounds of coffee to bring the final total to 500 pounds, or one-quarter ton, of fresh brewed Dunkin’ Donuts coffee.

“Our partnerships with Siena Athletics and the Albany Devils are designed to capture the excitement of each slam dunk and goal and turn them into a tangible benefit for the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York,” said Dunkin’ Donuts Field Marketing Manager Eric Stensland. “Both the Siena men’s basketball team and the Albany Devils generated tremendous excitement for their fans. We are proud to augment their play on the court and on the ice with an additional donation of 350 pounds of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee for the food bank.”

“We’re thrilled to have a partnership with Dunkin’ Donuts that provides the opportunity to assist a valuable organization like the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York,” Ciceri said. “Every home goal we scored this season had that much more significance knowing it would have a positive impact on the lives of our friends and neighbors.”

“Siena Athletics is proud to take part in this outstanding initiative to benefit the Regional Food Bank,” said Siena College Director of Athletics John D’Argenio. “The mission of Siena College is deeply rooted in the Franciscan value of service and our student-athletes are committed to giving back. Dunkin’ Donuts has been a great partner and we applaud its commitment to the food bank and those it serves.”

The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization that collects donated food from the food industry and distributes it to nearly 1,000 charitable agencies feeding the hungry in 23 counties of northeastern New York. The food provided by the Food Bank helps to feed more than 40,000 people each week. In 2011, the organization distributed over 25 million pounds of food to the hungry.

“Many of us look forward to a cup of coffee each morning and see it as an essential part of starting our day,” said Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York Executive Director Mark Quandt. “We are extremely grateful that Dunkin’ Donuts teamed up with Siena Athletics and the Albany Devils to give back to our food bank and allow us to provide coffee for thousands of residents in need throughout our area.”

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MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT

Saturday, April 14th, 2012

Albany Devils vs. Providence Bruins
Saturday, April 14 at 7 PM

The Devils and their fans will be celebrating the Armed Services on Saturday, April 14 during “Military Appreciation Night”. All active and inactive service members will receive free admission to the game by showing proper identification at the Times Union Center box office.

The festivities begin at 5 pm on South Pearl St. with patrons getting a chance to explore military vehicles up close. Additionally, Outback Steakhouse will be serving complimentary food for military personnel (an additional charge for civilians).

The first 4,000 fans through the turnstiles will receive American stick flags courtesy of Gettysburg Flag Works.

Participating Military Branches

Air National Guard
National Guard
United States Army
United States Marines
United States Navy
Veterans

List of Events

Swearing In
Special Puck Drop
Blue Star Mothers of America Care Package Donations (non-perishable items, toiletries, etc.)
Free t-shirts launched by t-shirt cannon
Chin-Up Challenge
Military vehicles on location
50/50 Raffle
Much More

Tickets for non-military members can be purchased at the Times Union Center box office or at any Ticketmaster outlet. Fans can also buy tickets via charge-by-phone at 1-800-745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com.

Special Thanks To The Sponsors Who Made The Night Possible

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BACK TO SCHOOL

Thursday, April 5th, 2012

by Josh Heller // 4.5.2012 // Community

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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY NIGHT

Friday, March 2nd, 2012

by Albany Devils // 2.28.2012 // News

ALBANY, N.Y. – The Albany Devils, SEFCU and the American Cancer Society have joined forces for the on-going battle against cancer. The Devils will host “American Cancer Society Night presented by SEFCU” Saturday, March 3. The game features the Devils and Time Warner Cable Cup rival, the Adirondack Phantoms, at 5 p.m.

Fans who attend the game wearing pink can purchase a $15 ticket with $3 of the proceeds benefitting the American Cancer Society. Tickets will be available the night of the game at the Times Union Center box office.

“We’ve had this date marked on our calendar since the beginning of the season,” said Devils CEO Chris Ciceri. “We hope that we can replicate the recent crowds of 8,000-plus and have our generous fans really support this great cause.”

“We at the American Cancer Society are grateful to the Albany Devils for this opportunity, and SEFCU and Complexions Spa for their continued support of the American Cancer Society and the fight against cancer,” said American Cancer Society Director of Special Events Hillary Wetzel.

As a bonus, the first 1,500 fans to arrive will receive a Devil Dawg bank.

For more information about the American Cancer Society call (800) 227-2345 or visit cancer.org.

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