by Frank Drucker, for Yonkers Raceway

Yonkers, NY — As if a million dollars in stakes purses isn’t enough, marking Saturday (Sept. 3) on the social calendar just became more meaningful.

For Yonkers Trot/Messenger Stakes evening, the Raceway is embellishing the experience with a freebie, as in a green auto commuter travel mug while supplies last. Beginning at 4:00 p.m. that afternoon, all existing or newly-enrolled Empire Club members can visit the promotions booth to receive their spiffy mug.

Also that evening, there’s an Empire Terrace buffet, with seatings from 6-10 p.m.. The cost is $19.95 for Empire Clue members and $24.95 for non-members.

Note that those guests who opened a new Empire City Bets account during August shall receive a free buffet coupon via e-mail.