Sudlersville, Maryland is the place you want to be on October 20, 2007 as Jimmie Foxx’s hometown celebrates the 100th anniversary of his birth. An event-filled day that pays tribute to the Philadelphia Athletics’ star and Hall of Famer is planned for that day, and you are invited to attend.

Schedule of Events

9 AM – 4 PM: Jimmie Foxx-related Exhibits and Memorabilia Sales at Sudlersville Middle School

9 AM – 4 PM: Jimmie Foxx Museum at the Sudlersville Train Museum Open

10:45 AM – 11 AM: Musical Serenade by the Sudlersville Middle School Band

11 AM – 11:30 AM: Ceremony at Foxx Statue including Welcoming Remarks, Star-Spangled Banner, Introduction of Guests, and Wreath-Laying at Statue

12 PM – 1 PM: Auction of Baseball Memorabilia and Collectibles at Sudlersville Middle School

1 PM – 3 PM: Luncheon, Guest Speakers, and Jimmie Foxx Trivia Contest (with prizes for the winners) at Sudlersville Middle School

The auction will feature some top-rated pieces including an authentic Phillies jersey autographed by Ryan Howard; a Curt Schilling autographed Boston Red Sox jersey; a Cal Ripken autographed bat; a Johnny Pesky signed baseball; a Gus Zernial autographed Philadelphia A’s jersey; and a replica Jimmie Foxx Athletics jersey. A number of other highly-desirable autographed items also will be available for bid at the auction.

Tickets to attend the luncheon at the Jimmie Foxx 100th birthday anniversary tribute in Sudlersville, Maryland are now on sale. Each ticket costs $25 for the buffet-style luncheon. Orders for tickets can be sent to: Sudlersville Community Betterment Club, Inc., ATTN: Foxx Luncheon, P.O. Box 130, Sudlersville, Maryland 21668. Checks should be made payable to the Sudlersville Community Betterment Club. Order quickly before all the seats are taken!

The luncheon program includes a keynote address by Mark Millikin, who has written a biography of Foxx. Several members of the Foxx family also will be invited to say a few words to the audience. Don’t forget the Jimmie Foxx trivia contest at which Foxx figurines sponsored by the A’s Society will be given out as prizes to the winners.

Remember, the Jimmie Foxx 100th birthday anniversary celebration will be held in Sudlersville, Maryland on October 20, 2007. This is literally a once-in-a-lifetime event. The Philadelphia A’s Society is actively involved in organizing and supporting the celebration, and we want a BIG turnout by Society members and other interested individuals for one of Connie Mack’s greatest players. See you in Sudlersville!