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Vancouver might have the 2010 Olympics, but Jasper has managed to score getting up close n' personal with some NHL Legends. There are three main events taking place April 3-5th. First up on Friday, the Legends will take on the Jasper/Hinton All-Stars, then on Sunday, they'll battle it out with the Jasper/Hinton Old-Stars. On Saturday, everyone will be heading to the activity centre for a Gala Dinner. If you've ever wanted an opportunity to hang out with a NHL players, this is your chance!
The NHL Legends:
HI-Jasper is proud to support the NHL Weekend in Jasper.
Friday April 3rd, 7 p.m
NHL Legends vs. Jasper/Hinton All-Stars at the Jasper Activity Center.
Saturday April 4th, morning
The Legends will host a minor hockey clinic for local kids.
Saturday April 4th, 7 p.m
The Gala Dinner. All the players will be attending - the perfect time to meet them, ask for autographs or get your picture taken. There will also be a live and silent auction, along with a Q&A period. Cocktails start at 7 p.m. DJ and drinks until 2 am!
Sunday April 5th, 3 p.m
NHL Legends vs. Jasper/Hinton Old Stars.
* Tickets to both games are $20 and $22 for reserve seating. The Gala Dinner tickets are $50. There will be numerous auction prizes including game worn jerseys, autograph photos and snowboards etc and a Hockey Card Show that weekend that will be selling all sorts of cards including: Trottier, Hawerchuk and Billy Smith rookie cards!
For more information and ticket enquiries, email hockeynightinjasper@gmail.com
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This sounds like fun! Sadly, I'm working then.
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