B'gamers had to get over the fact that the Giants' season is done by getting out and about in town. Aside from the great fun to be had at the Pet Parade, the parents at McKinley School were doing their part to build a stronger school community. The McKinley car wash was a great effort to raise funds so that all the students could afford to go to to the Outdoor Education program. Doing car washes at the high school age is easier since the kids can do more of the work. At the elementary age, the parents do the heavy washing.
And the St. Catherine's annual Faire was in full swing with a chili cook-off, rides, a climbing wall and a visit from Lou Seal. Here's Lou showing the youngsters how "the dance" is done!
There is a great front page article in today's Wall Street Journal about Lou Seal holding the record among major league baseball mascots for the most consecutive home games worked. Lou is really Joel Zimei and he has been at 1051 straight home games. Probably 1052 now after tonight's win against the Rockies. Very cool!
The article talks about how hot it gets inside the suit (120 degrees) and how much grief he can get from opposing fans. Bruce Bochy is quoted saying "He hasn't ever been on the disabled list one time." Thanks for coming to B'game Lou!
Posted by: Joe | September 26, 2011 at 11:33 PM