True or False
True of False: Fenway Park is the oldest stadium in Major League Ballball and one of its most famous.
True. It opened on 4/20/1912.
Name one of the Red Sox mascots
Wally and Tessie.
_____ strikes and you're out!
Three
Name a snack/drink that is popular at a baseball game.
Most Popular Ballpark Snacks/drinks
Hot dogs
Nachos
Beer
Pretzels
Peanuts
Cracker jack
Cotton candy
BBQ
Sunflower seeds
Popcorn
Corn dogs
Ice cream
Pickles
Coca-Cola
Bubblegum
At CCI:
Individuals wear masks during transport.
Individuals may remove their masks upon entering if fully vaccinated.
Screening (temp taking) is done upon entering.
Hand hygiene/hand sanitizing upon entering.
At CCI:
Staff continue to wear masks in the presence of others in the work areas.
Seating arrangements are no longer social distanced.
Hand hygiene continues to be the number one defense against germs.
Work areas are cleaned/sanitized throughout the day.
True or False: Admission to Fenway Park has always been free.
False. Tickets can start at around $24 to over $300 per person!
This singer is known for singing Sweet Caroline
Neil Diamond
The bases are _____ feet apart.
90 feet
What is the color of the wall in left field at Fenway Park?
Green (Monster)
Hand hygiene at CCI:
Hand washing is our number 1 defense against germs!
Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Dry with paper towel and dispose. At home, wash hand towels on a regular basis.
Hand sanitizer does not replace hand washing.
When do you wash your hands?
True or False: Fenway Park is operating at 100% capacity
True: This went into effect on 5/29/21.
What is the Green Monster?
(The Incredible Hulk is not the answer I am looking for...)
Left field wall at Fenway Park
How many innings in a regular baseball game?
Nine
What 2 snack items are mentioned in the song "Take Me Out to the Ballgame"?
Peanuts and Crackjack
Summer safety:
Stay hydrated!
Wear sunscreen
Hats and sunglasses provide protection
Other suggestions?
Water safety:
Never swim alone
Wear a life jacket when on a boat and while water skiing/jet skiing
Never dive into an unknown body of water
Follow posted safety signs
True or False: Seating capacity at Fenway Park is almost 38,000 people.
True.
There is a statue of this former Red Sox outfielder/1st baseman outside of Fenway. He played his entire 23 year major league career with the Red Sox.
Carl Yastrzemski ("Yaz")
You get to advance to first base if the pitcher throws _____ balls when you are at bat.
4 balls
What is the Red Sox standings as of today (Tuesday 7/27/21)?
In first place in the AL East! The Tampa Bay Rays are in 2nd place.
Respect other people's opinions and ideas.
Smile and laugh more often.
True or False: A Grand Slam is when a batter hits a home run when the bases are loaded.
True
Known as the "Sultan of Swat"
(Hint: there is a candy bar with the same name)
Babe Ruth
The Red Sox lost their 2021 opening day game 4/2/21. They played the Baltimore Orioles. The final score was _____.
3-0
Name one of the songs in last week's presentation
Take Me Out to the Ballgame, Put Me in Coach, Sweet Caroline, and We are the Champions
BE KIND!
WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!