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March 20, 2015
Social Event E-Notes for March 23-29, 2015
On Saturday, March 28 joins us at the Valero Texas Open Saturday After Party. After the last putt drops, bar and concession service in the Michelob ULTRA Backyard will continue into the evening for live music by the ever popular '80's cover band, The Spazmatics presented by Kickstart from Mountain Dew and opening act by top-40 cover band, e7.
Complimentary to all spectators in attendance on Saturday, the After-Party will begin once play has concluded for the day. From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. e7 will play and The Spazmatics will follow from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. For those who choose to attend just the concert, a $25 charge at the gate will apply.
College students will receive FREE admission to the tournament after 2 p.m. with a valid college ID and are invited to stick around for the After-Party.
As a spectator, make sure to stop by the Charity Pavilion located in Gatorade Fan Fest at the main spectator entrance, to check in at the Birdies for Charity® registration table and be entered into a drawing for a two-year lease on a brand-new 2015 50th Anniversary Edition Ford Mustang, compliments of our partners at the South Texas Ford Dealers. Spectators can make a donation to a participating Birdies for Spectators that make a contribution onsite at the Charity Pavilion will also be entered into the drawing.
Donors who register will receive one entry for each day they attend the tournament, Thursday – Sunday (i.e. when a donor attends all four days and registers their attendance each day, they will receive four entries into the drawing). The winner will be announced Friday, April 17.
Contributions can be made in advance to a favorite charity or school through Birdies for Charity with a one-time donation or by making a pledge, like a walk-a-thon, but instead of donating per mile, make a pledge for every birdie made at the Valero Texas Open. The 2014 Valero Texas Open had 1,784 birdies made, so a pledge of $0.01 yielded a donation of $17.84. 100% of the contribution made will directly benefit the selected charity or school. Visit: http://www.ValeroTexasOpen.com/birdies to make a donation and, as a spectator, make sure to check in at the Charity Pavilion.
The Valero Texas Open is excited to offer for the second consecutive year the Web.com Small Business Summit -- a program to educate small and medium sized businesses on how to successfully market their business online. Attendees will also hear from Bank of America on the basics of cash flow management. Scheduled for Thursday, March 26th (8:30 am-11:30 am), enjoy this FREE event geared for small business owners. Everyone who attends will receive two complimentary general admission tickets to enjoy the Valero Texas Open.
Key areas for discussion include:
- What are the elements of a great website?
- How do I increase traffic to my website and to my business?
- Is my website “working” for my business?
- How do I market my business on Google, Facebook and Twitter?
- Web.com Ambassadors will be available to work with you one-on-one to improve your online presence or answer any questions that you may have regarding your website.
We encourage the community to take advantage of this FREE event and also enjoy a day watching many of the world's top golfers compete in the Valero Texas Open. To learn more on how to participate and register for this event visit: http://bit.ly/1H35q0T.
Texas Sized Hospitality: Spectators can enjoy an upgraded experience in the Gentleman Jack Patio at 17; offering stunning views and featuring open-air dining, a second story covered viewing deck, an outdoor patio with umbrella table seating and tiered seats, all positioned behind the 17th green, adjacent to the Gatorade Fan Fest and the main spectator entrance. Snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments are included while alcoholic drinks and an upgraded menu are available for purchase. Single day tickets are only $75 per person.
The Cantina at 16 Tee provides a fun-filled, relaxing experience with the prime location between the 16th and 11th tees with exciting views of PGA TOUR pros navigating these pivotal holes. This venue provides an elevated experience including hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks and hosted bar service. Single day tickets are only $175 per person.
Tickets: Good Any One Day tickets are available for sale online at www.ValeroTexasOpen.com for $20 and at participating Corner Stores and all H-E-B grocery stores. Tickets are available for $25 at the gate.
- Children 12 & under will receive FREE admission compliments of Little Caesars Pizza. Children will be given a special children's admission ticket upon entrance at the spectator main gate.
- USAA is proud to be the Official Military Appreciation Partner of the Valero Texas Open. Throughout the tournament all military ID cardholders including dependents (Active, Guard, Reserve, Retired) are invited for FREE admission into the tournament.
- NEW: deeproot Funds is proud to be the Official First Responders Appreciation Partner of the Valero Texas Open. All Bexar County First Responders and one family guest are provided FREE admission to the tournament. Just present your proper ID or badge upon the main gate spectator entrance of the tournament.
Parking: General parking is at River City Community Church (16765 Lookout Road) for $5/car. A complimentary shuttle service is provided till one hour after of play, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and one hour after the After Party on Saturday evening.
- Military ID cardholder including dependents (Active, Guard, Reserve, Retired) receive FREE parking at River City Community Church compliments of USAA. Just present your Military ID Card upon entering the parking lot entrance.
- Bexar County First Responders receive FREE parking at River City Community Church compliments of deeproot Funds. Just present your proper ID or badge upon entering the parking lot entrance.
ABOUT VALERO
Valero Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries (collectively, Valero), is a multinational manufacturer and marketer of petroleum-based and low-carbon liquid transportation fuels and petrochemical products, and sells its products primarily in the United States (U.S.), Canada, the United Kingdom (U.K.), Ireland and Latin America. Valero owns 15 petroleum refineries located in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. with a combined throughput capacity of approximately 3.2 million barrels per day. Valero is a joint venture member in Diamond Green Diesel Holdings LLC, which owns two renewable diesel plants located in the U.S. Gulf Coast region with a combined production capacity of approximately 1.2 billion gallons per year, and Valero owns 12 ethanol plants located in the U.S. Mid-Continent region with a combined production capacity of approximately 1.6 billion gallons per year. Valero manages its operations through its Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol segments. Please visit investorvalero.com for more information.
ABOUT VALERO IN THE COMMUNITY
Valero Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries (collectively, Valero), and the Valero Energy Foundation are committed to improving the quality of life in communities where Valero has major operations. In 2023, Valero, its employees and the foundation collectively generated more than $77 million in charitable support through direct/in-kind donations, fundraising and volunteerism. Valero employees logged more than 127,000 volunteer hours in 2023 for hundreds of projects in their communities. Valero provides funding to a variety of nonprofit agencies for programs and services supporting education, basic needs, health care and civic initiatives. Through the overwhelming support of sponsors, the foundation’s signature programs, the Valero Texas Open and Benefit for Children, generated more than $23 million raised in 2023 for charities across the United States.
ABOUT THE VALERO TEXAS OPEN
The Valero Texas Open is the sixth-oldest professional tournament in golf worldwide, the third-oldest on the PGA TOUR and the longest held in the same city. In 2022, the tournament celebrated its 100th anniversary.
Its list of champions includes some of the greatest names in golf history: Walter Hagen, Byron Nelson, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Ben Crenshaw, Hale Irwin, Lee Trevino, Nick Price, Justin Leonard, Zach Johnson, Adam Scott, Jimmy Walker, Jordan Spieth and 2019, 2023 champion Corey Conners to name a few.
Since Valero became title sponsor in 2002, the tournament has become a leader in charitable fundraising among PGA TOUR events. The Valero Texas Open, together with its Benefit for Children and Champions fore Charity initiatives, has contributed more than $232 million to hundreds of worthy charities since inception. Please visit www.ValeroTexasOpen.com for more information.
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Stephanie Sage
Valero Texas Open
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210.345.3839 office
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Valero Texas Open
Director, Media Relations
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