The Cedar Rapids Kernels will host their annual "Meet the Kernels" night on Tuesday, April 7 starting at 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

The event is free to the public, with food and beverage available for purchase.

The Kernels' Bimm Ridder Diamond Shop will be open showcasing new merchandise for the 2015 season. The Kernels' Ticket Office also will be open so fans can purchase tickets to all 70 home games, including Opening Day on Sunday, April 12 against Beloit at 4:05 p.m.

The 2015 Kernels will mix and mingle with fans from 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A short program will begin at 7 p.m. as Kernels Manager Jake Mauer will introduce the team and talk briefly about the upcoming season.

The Kernels will conduct a short workout under the lights at Perfect Game Field (weather permitting), with the workout open to the public. Meet the Kernels Night will be held, rain or shine.

Tickets to all home games, season ticket packages and 10-game Anytime Coupon Books are available through the Kernels Ticket Office and online at www.kernels.com. Ticket Office hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

The 2015 Kernels will arrive in Cedar Rapids on Monday, April 6. The Kernels open the 2015 MWL season on Thursday, April 9 at Kane County.