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09/16/2009 2:56 PM ET Mets host Hispanic Heritage Night presented by Goya Next Tuesday, September 22 at Citi Field Goya to Donate 5,000 Pounds of Food as Part of a Food Drive Run By City Harvest; Fans Encouraged to Bring Nonperishable Items to Donate at Ballpark

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FLUSHING, N.Y., September 15, 2009 - The New York Mets today announced they will host Hispanic Heritage Night presented by Goya next Tuesday, September 22 when the Mets play the Atlanta Braves at 7:10 p.m. at Citi Field.

The Mets and Goya will also host a food drive to help feed hungry New Yorkers with Goya donating 5,000 pounds of food to promote the spirit of giving back to the community. Fans are encouraged to bring nonperishable items to the ballpark for donation at drop-off boxes outside the Jackie Robinson Rotunda that will be collected and distributed by City Harvest.

To celebrate Hispanic culture, a Mariachi band will greet fans at the Jackie Robinson Rotunda and roam around the ballpark during the game, and K-Company from the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club will entertain fans with a pre-game dance performance to help celebrate Hispanic culture.

Mets players will also wear "Los Mets" jerseys, and Robert A. Unanue from Goya Foods will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Tickets for Hispanic Heritage Night are on sale now and available online at Mets.com and LosMets.com and by phone at (718) 507-TIXX.

Hispanic Heritage Month starts today and lasts until October 15.

About Goya: Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America's largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures packages and distributes over 1,600 high-quality food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world; their combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation make them ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com

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