The Somerset Patriots have announced that the team will host National Anthem auditions at Menlo Park Mall in Edison, NJ on Saturday, March 18th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
The Patriots will audition the first 100 people that sign up through the team’s office by calling Matt Rothenberg, Community Relations Manager, at (908) 252-0700 ext. 210 or e-mail at mrothenberg@somersetpatriots.com.
The event will take place in the Nordstrom wing on the lower level of Menlo Park Mall. In addition to the National Anthem auditions, the event will include a special collection for Operation Shoebox: New Jersey 2005.
Operation Shoebox: New Jersey 2005 is asking for people to bring the following items to Menlo Park Mall on March 18th: sun screen, paper back books, foot powder, telephone calling cards, eye drops, beef jerky, toothpaste, mouth wash, bug spray, lip balm, feminine products, ear swabs, laundry detergent, bug wipes/ bug strips, wipes (travel size), razors, toilet paper, spices, tea bags, coffee, small drink mixes, socks, clothesline/ pins, snack foods, cereal/ protein bars, fleece blankets, microwaveable foods (can or box), hard candy/ gum, writing materials, and batteries (any size).
Magic 98.3 FM/ WCTC 1450 AM will be at the event to provide an emcee, music, and entertainment. This is the third year the Patriots will be hosting National Anthem auditions at a location outside Commerce Bank Ballpark.
“The auditions have become an exciting annual event for the team and our fans. We always enjoy giving some very talented singers the opportunity to audition for a chance to perform at the ballpark. The event is also helping a good cause, as we encourage all those who attend to bring items to support Operation Shoebox,” said Patrick McVerry, President and General Manager of the Somerset Patriots Baseball Club.