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MAY 1-4, 2008
Thunder Beach 10th Annual Spring Motorcycle Rally, Panama City, FL, for details visit
thunderbeachproductions.com
MAY 2, 2008
2nd ANNUAL NATIONAL FEMALE RIDE DAY, Whether you ride to school or work or to meet a
friend, Your example encourages others to experience this rewarding activity. Even if you ride
every day, they've made this a National celebration, your participation counts! Just Ride!
MAY 2-3, 2008
TRY SPYDER EVENT, Florence Freedom Ball field, 10am-6pm, to confirm a demo time register at
spyderryder.brp.com.
MAY 3, 2008
OPEN HOUSE, Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, 9am-6pm, Live Band, Face Painting, JB Tattoo,
Brentwood Leather, Discounted merchandise, Sno-Cones Call 513-528-1400, see our ad this issue
MAY 3, 2008,
RUN FOR THE SON, CMA Christ's Cruisers Chapter #53, Starting Place: Aces & Eights Harley
Davidson, 2383 Kings Center Court, Mason, OH. Registration 10:00 am. Ride Leaves 11:00 am.
Ride is 100 miles long, ending at TGIF on Fields Ertel Road. For Info Call 513-200-3025
MAY 3, 2008
RUN FOR THE SON, Circuit Riders of Northern Ky. Starts at Shorty’s Cycle, 8335a Dixie Highway,
Florence KY. Registration 10-Noon, Ride Leaves at Noon, $10 Single, $15 Couple, Free Food &
Door Prizes at end of 100 mile ride. Info call Jerry 859-356-7754,
MAY 3, 2008
RUN FOR THE SON, Crosseyed Riders Lawrenceburg IN. Registration 9AM, Ride Leaves at 9:
30AM, Starts at Guilford Covered Bridge Park, State Route 1 and York Ridge Rd. Guilford Indiana.
Party at the Marion County Fairgrounds, Silent Auction, Live Music, Door Prizes. Info Call Todd
812.637.1924
MAY 3, 2008
TRI-STATE WARTHOGS MC Biker Build Off & Ride, 3 Top Award winning Builders, Registration
from 11:00-12:00, rides rolls out at 12:30 starts at the Dew Drop Inn, Blue Jay Ohio, ends at the
VFW Hall Lawrenceburg Rd.
MAY 3, 2008
DERBY DAY RIDE, Creekside Social Riders, registration from 10:30 am, ride leaves at noon, $10
single, $15 couples, $5.00 for party only; Ride returns for Ky Derby, music by Sidewinder, BBQ,
door prizes, split the pot, wet T-shirt contest! Come kick off the riding season properly with the
Creekside Riders! Creekside is located on route 10, in California Ky. Call (859) 261-8737 for
questions
MAY 3, 2008
ABATE Of OHIO, Inc. South West Ohio Region 5, MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS RUNTO
COLUMBUS, The RUN from Cincinnati to Columbus will Start At Both of the North Bound Rest
Areas on I-71, The Southern Group of Riders will be leaving the I-71 North Bound Rest Area (Mile
Marker 34) @ 8:30am, The Northern Group of Riders will be leaving the other I-71 North Bound
Rest Area (Mile Marker 67) @ 9:30am, Then Everyone in Both Groups will ride to A.D.Farrow's (I-
71, Exit 131) (10 miles North of Columbus) For The BIG MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS PARADE To
The State Capital, Registration Cost is: $5.00 Per Person, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, For
More Info: Call Dean @ (513) 310-7064 or 1-800-25-Biker or go to, www.region5abate.com & www.
abate.com
MAY 3, 2008
4th ANNUAL JOHNNY RINGO DAYS, The town of Greens Fork, IN will be having the fourth annual
Johnny Ringo Days. He was born in Greens Fork. Scenic motorcycle poker run, parade, bike show,
music, food, and old west shooting demonstrations. Poker Run 114 East Pearl St, Fire Station in
Greens Fork, Cost: $10, Signup: 11AM - 12PM, Bikes leave at 12PM. Community Center
Breakfast, 5 dollars 8 - 11 AM, Scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and coffee or juice. Fire Station
Hog Roast 11AM- 5:30 PM, $6.50, Bike Show 114 & East Pearl St, Fire Station 3PM - 5PM, Car
Show, sponsored by DGC Car Club 9:00 AM to 3PM at the Dutch Country Flea Market 1 Mile east
of Greens Fork on Highway 38. See all event info on www.johnnyringodays.com
MAY 4, 2008
AFR 20th ANNUAL BIKE BLESSING, Gates open 9am, American Legion Post 199, 10700 Campbell
Rd. SCRAMBLE POKER RUN, Reg 10-Noon. $10 Per Rider, Scramble riders can leave as early as
11am back by 3pm Sharp. Poker Hands after the Blessing. Bike Blessing at approx 3PM, Blessing
is a Free Event. Masters of Ceremony, Jim LaBarbara The Music Professor and Ernie Brown the
Fatman. Food and Beverages available, Vendors, Patch Sewing and 50/50.
MAY 4, 2008
BIKE BLESSING RIDE, Country Breakfast being served starting at 10.00am, Bike Blessing Ride
leaves at 12.30pm, then back to Charlie's for our Blessing Bash! Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121
Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 4 2008.
SWAP MEET, American Legion Milford Ohio, 450 Victor Stier Drive. Located on the beautiful Little
Miami River in Old Milford. Clean out your garage and get some money for those old parts. $5
swap space fee, no charge admission. Hours are 10am till 2pm. Burgers, Metts, pop and beer
available. Any questions call Dave 513-831-0959
MAY 4, 2008
BLESSING OF THE BIKES, Winton Woods Fox Knoll Shelter, All Bikes Welcome. Registration
10am, first 100 registered receive free T-shirt, Music and Guest Speaker 11am, Blessing at Noon,
followed by Free food, Soft drinks and Games. Drawing for Door Prizes, must be present to win.
For info contact Donna Ivins 513-476-4016
MAY 4, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 4, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 9-18, 2008
Myrtle Beach Bike Week, Visit www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com for details
MAY 7, 2008
JACKASS FLATS KICKS OFF IT 1ST BIKE NITE OF THE SEASON, Featuring Dallas Moore and
the Snatch Wranglers, Miller Lite Girls, Vendors and Pork Chop Dinners, 6024 Rip Rap Rd. Dayton
Ohio, 937-236-4329
MAY 10, 2008
SPRING FLING EVENT, Featuring THE GOSHORN BROTHERS BAND-Formerly of the PURE
PRAIRIE LEAGUE, WTUE Live, TATTOO TECH-PIERCINGS and TATTOOS on site, TATTOO
CONTEST-AWARDS FOR WINNERS, GIFTS FOR PARTICIPANTS, WILDEST PAINT BIKE
CONTEST-AWARDS FOR WINNERS, GIFTS FOR PARTICIPANTS, FOOD, BEV & BEER...PLUS
OTHER STUFF! CHECK THE WEBSITE OR CALL FOR MORE DETAILS! Aces and Eights HD,
2383 Kings Center ct. Mason, Ohio 513-459-1777
MAY 10, 2008
1ST ANNUAL POKER RUN-RALLY CAR SHOW AND WALK-A-THON. Registration starts at 9am,
Pioneer Park, Route 17, 1 mile south of I-275, $15 Bike or Car, Poker hand prizes, Raffles, Door
Prizes, Live Music and More. Call Darlene 859-640-3396
MAY 10, 2008
Dead Men Walking Motorcycle Ministry Ride, leaves Beechgrove Baptist Church, Independence
Station Road, Independence, KY at 11:30 AM. For details contact revrabeagle@hotmail.com
MAY 10, 2008
ABATE of Ohio Inc. Region 5, MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS RALLY @ GARDNER PARK in
Lockland, OH, Rally Starts at H-D 1799 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, Registration between
9:00am to 11:00am, Cost: $10.00 Per Bike, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, Run Starts at 11.15
am with Hamilton County Police Escort to Gardner Park, Where Presentations will be given by
Keynote Speakers, Then a Police Escort to the Stumble-In for the after Rally “Rally” for Food &
Fun! For More Info: Call: Tom @ (513) 941 5650 or Martin @ (513) 631-3161 or Go To www.
region5abate.com
MAY 10, 2008**NEW**
TWO WHEEL FEVER PARTY, Bike Washing, Vendors Welcome, Great Food, Live music, Tattoo
Artist, Brentwood Sewing, Call for ore info Classic Iron Cycle Center, 10891 Hamiltion Ave. 513-
674-9200
MAY 11, 2008
KMRO MOTHERS DAY BIKE SHOW, 10am-4pm, Vendors, Food, Music, 50/50, Door Prizes. All
classes $5 entry. Categories: Best of Show, American Custom, Foreign Custom, American Stock,
And Foreign Stock. Richwood Powersports next to the Richwood Flea mkt. For info Bobby Powell
859-486-4899, Vendor info Susan 513-479-9576
MAY 11, 2008
SHRINER'S BURN RIDE, Leaves at 12.00pm, Breakfast available starting at 10.00am, Door Prizes
and Live Music. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121 Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 11, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 11, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 15, 2008**NEW**
TRI-COUNTY HD KICKS OFF IT'S FIRST BIKE NITE, 5-9pm every Thursday thru summer, Tri-
County HD, 5960 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, Ohio. 513-874-4343
MAY 16, 2008
JESUS JAM 2008, Battle of the Bands, 6-10pm, Western Brown High School, 476 w Main st. Mt.
Orab Ohio, Admission $5. Presented by Mount up Ministry and E.D.G.E.
MAY 17, 2008
4th ANNUAL CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL THUNDERING HEARTS RIDE, American Legion
Post, Milford, OH. $20/rider $5/passenger, Meet the kids at the half way mark. 80 mile round trip.
Proceeds go to benefit Camp Joyful Hearts. For Info 513.636.2157,
MAY 17, 2008
VETERANS APPRECIATION RUN, Sponsored by the BY THE Shawnee Ridgeriders MC $10.00
Registration per person, Sign-up from 11:00am - 12:50pm, Run starts at 1:00pm. Ride approx 100
Miles. Last bike back in by 4:00pm. Cold drinks, Hamburgers, All American Hotdogs, and Beans &
Cornbread. Door Prizes, 50/50. NO Weapons No Drugs, No Attitudes! For info visit www.
geocitiescom/srm_club
MAY 17, 2008
ABATE of OHIO, Inc. CLINTON COUNTY, REGION 5, 9th ANNUAL POKER RUN for THE AMERICAN
CANCER SOCIETY, At Royal Z Lanes, 2667 State Route 22 & 3 East, Wilmington, OH. Registration
will start @ 11:00am to 2:00pm, Cost is: $15.00 per Person, $25.00 per Couple, Party after Run,
Camping & Fun at Orlando's, 3120 Farmers Road, Wilmington, OH. Live Music, Raffles, Camping,
& Food until gone, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, All Proceeds after expenses go to the
American Cancer Society of Clinton County, Come & Have Fun. For details Call Haskel Combs Jr.
@ (937) 382-7192 or Charlie or Theresa @ (937) 382-8378 or Rick Burkitt @ (937) 289-1414 Go
To www.region5abate.com
MAY 17, 2008, ***NEW***
WELCOME HOME IRAQ / AFGHANISTAN / ALL VETERANS CELEBRATION, Armed Forces Day,
their families and families of deployed service members, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Lunken Airport.
FREE - Live Music, Food/Give Away's, Celebrities, Kids Activities, Skydivers. Master of Ceremonies
- Anthony Munoz. Register online at: www.CincinnatiWelcomeHome.com or call (513)475-6943.
Sponsored by the Veterans Administration.
MAY 17, 2008
BIKER DOWN BENEFIT RUN, Cancer Ride for Mark Riddell, Rain or Shine, Starts at Mustang
Sally's, 2104 Fairgrove, (Rt 4) Registration 10am-12, Ride Leaves at 12:15, $20 Per Person, $25
Per Couple. After Party at Froggy Blues with “Timeless Band” Performing. Split the Pot, Door
Prizes, info Contact Dennis 513-678-5071
MAY 17, 2008
BIKE BLESSING, RIDE and LUNCH, 11 am at Goshen Church of God with the Goshen Armor
Bearers, 1675 Hillstation Road, Goshen, Oh 45122. Pastor Tim McGlone, for info call or email Rev.
Russ at 513.310.9122 or russrev@yahoo.com
MAY 17, 2008
SUZUKI OPEN HOUSE, 9am-4pm, Tegtmeyers Suzuki Polaris, 7970 US Route 68 N, Wilmington
Ohio. 937-486-2400
MAY 17, 2008
Armed Forces Poker Run, C&A Harley-Davidson, 7610 Commerce Place, Plain City, OH. PH: 614-
764-2453, www.CA-HD.com
MAY 17, 2008
BIG D MUSIC BASH CELEBRATION, starts at 6pm, prizes, giveaways, drink and food specials.
Main Street Station, 27 North Main St., Walton KY. 859-485-7888
May 17, 2008**NEW**
C.O.B.B.S. 1st Annual River Run, Meeting Place Tavern, Ripley, Ohio Sign up 11:00 a.m. Ride
leaves at Noon, $10 per bike, Poker Draw on return to Ripley. Plenty of good food on return. FOR
INFO Call (937) 618-2255, Proceeds to benefit Adams County Humane Society
MAY 18, 2008
FREE BEAN SOUP & CORNBREAD, Live Music, Muggbees Bar and Grill, US 42 Florence, KY. 859-
371-9766
MAY 18, 2008
Destination CycleSafe, Promoting motorcycle safety and awareness, 11AM - 5PM. Parking lot of
the Midland Company, 7000 Midland Blvd, off of Bach Buxton Rd in Amelia. Contact Crystal at 513-
947-5462 or Martha at 513-735-8409.
MAY 18, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 18, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 18, 2008
MYRTLE BEACH BIKE DAY & RIDE, Ride leaves at 12.00pm, Fun time had by all! Stunt Teams,
Bike washing. Autographed Photos from Miss 2008 Charlies Angel, Battle of the Bands, Vendors,
Custom Made Myrtle Beach T- Shirt Throws, Many more Surprises. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121
Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 24, 2008
6TH ANNUAL BUDWEISER POKER RUN, $15.00 Per Person, Starts At Muggbees Bar & Grill, Ride
on your own or ride with a group, Maps available upon registration Fee Payment. Waves start
leaving at 11.30am. Includes 2008 Bud T- Shirt, Free Dinner Buffet from 5pm-7pm For Paid Riders
Only!!! Top 5 Poker Hands have a Chance to Win 1 Budweiser Leather Jacket, Cash & Prizes.
Muggbees Bar and Grill, US 42, Florence, Ky. 859-371-9766, Rain Date May 25th
MAY 24, 2008
POKER RUN BENEFIT FOR ST. JUDES, registration 11:30am, kickstands up at 1pm, $10
Single/$15 Couple, Event sponsored by Southern Ohio V-twin and Liberty Inn, Event is at Liberty
Inn 7163 Princeton Road. Returns to Liberty Inn for Customer Appreciation Party with Fun, Food,
Friends and Door Prizes. Call 513-777-9872,
MAY 25, 2008
BENEFIT FOR KENDALL TAYLOR, Kendall is 13 and in the hospital suffering from anorexia,
Sunday breakfast fundraiser, Biscuits, sausage & gravy, $5 min donation, then turns into an
afternoon cookout. Gus’s Sports Bar & Grill, 24071 Stateline rd, Bright In. 812-637-3111
MAY 26, 2008
POLARIS OPEN HOUSE, 10am-4pm, Tegtmeyers Suzuki-Polaris, 7970 US Route 68 N, Wilmington
Ohio. 937-486-2400
MAY 24, 2008
RELAY FOR LIFE Benefit ride and Corn hole Tournament, Ride registration from 10am -11am,
$10.00 single-$15.00 couple. Corn hole registration 1-2pm or with ride registration. Tournament
starts at 2pm. Split the Pot and Raffles. Karaoke starts at 8.00pm. Proceeds benefit American
Cancer Society, Boone County Relay for Life. Specials K's, 10786 Dixie Highway, Richwood Ky, call
371-0707 for Details;
MAY 25, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 25, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 31, 2008
IRELAND REED BENEFIT AND RIDE, Farm Beer Garden, 2461 Ross-Millville rd. Ross Township,
OH. Ride Cost: $20.00 couple, $15.00 Single, Rain or Shine, Reg: 10:00-11:45am, Ride begins 12:
00 Noon. Benefit After Ride from 3:00--8:00 P.M. all non-riders and children welcome. $10.00
Individual, $20.00 Family, Silent Auction, Split the pot, Food, Drink and Cornhole. Live Music
'Cherry Shine', Contact with questions: bigbret05@yahoo.com
MAY 31, 2008
BENEFIT RIDE, Breakfast starts at 10.00am, Come WIN a Chance on a 42” Plasma TV, Live Music,
and Door Prizes. Proceeds to be donated to March of Dimes. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121 Dixie
Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 31, 2008
HARLEY-HEROES DAY, The Disabled American Veterans will be on site offering assistance to all
veterans. From 12-2 Chipotle will giveaway free burritos and how-to stations will be held
throughout the day. 10am-4pm @ C&A Harley-Davidson, 7610 Commerce Place, Plain City, OH.
PH: 614-764-2453 www.CA-HD.com
MAY 30-JUNE 1 2008.
3RD ANNUAL GERAD MAGGARD MEMORIAL Charity Bike Rally, Visit www.
geradmaggardmemorial-bikerally.com for details and updates. Proceeds to be donated to the
Shriners Hospitals for Children. For Info email ghostrider52005@yahoo.com
MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH 7TH ANNUAL WEEKEND RALLY, Car Show, Ride in Bike Show, Bike Blessing,
Live Music, Bike Games, Custom Build off, Bug Run, Vendors, Burnout pit, Games for the kids,
Benefit run to support Trooper Island. Christ’s Chapel, 3817 Turfway, Erlanger KY. For info call Al
Abrams 859-801-7795
MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2008
15th ANNUAL MIRACLE RIDE IN SPEEDWAY, Seven state wide poker runs kick off at 9:00 AM
Saturday and end at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Activities continue into the night with music
and bands. Sunday gives riders a chance to ride around the famed 500 track, free lunch and
several prizes including motorcycle giveaways. $50 minimum donation benefits Riley Children's
Hospital. Register online at www.miracleride.com, or call 812-988-2116
Thunder Beach 10th Annual Spring Motorcycle Rally, Panama City, FL, for details visit
thunderbeachproductions.com
MAY 2, 2008
2nd ANNUAL NATIONAL FEMALE RIDE DAY, Whether you ride to school or work or to meet a
friend, Your example encourages others to experience this rewarding activity. Even if you ride
every day, they've made this a National celebration, your participation counts! Just Ride!
MAY 2-3, 2008
TRY SPYDER EVENT, Florence Freedom Ball field, 10am-6pm, to confirm a demo time register at
spyderryder.brp.com.
MAY 3, 2008
OPEN HOUSE, Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, 9am-6pm, Live Band, Face Painting, JB Tattoo,
Brentwood Leather, Discounted merchandise, Sno-Cones Call 513-528-1400, see our ad this issue
MAY 3, 2008,
RUN FOR THE SON, CMA Christ's Cruisers Chapter #53, Starting Place: Aces & Eights Harley
Davidson, 2383 Kings Center Court, Mason, OH. Registration 10:00 am. Ride Leaves 11:00 am.
Ride is 100 miles long, ending at TGIF on Fields Ertel Road. For Info Call 513-200-3025
MAY 3, 2008
RUN FOR THE SON, Circuit Riders of Northern Ky. Starts at Shorty’s Cycle, 8335a Dixie Highway,
Florence KY. Registration 10-Noon, Ride Leaves at Noon, $10 Single, $15 Couple, Free Food &
Door Prizes at end of 100 mile ride. Info call Jerry 859-356-7754,
MAY 3, 2008
RUN FOR THE SON, Crosseyed Riders Lawrenceburg IN. Registration 9AM, Ride Leaves at 9:
30AM, Starts at Guilford Covered Bridge Park, State Route 1 and York Ridge Rd. Guilford Indiana.
Party at the Marion County Fairgrounds, Silent Auction, Live Music, Door Prizes. Info Call Todd
812.637.1924
MAY 3, 2008
TRI-STATE WARTHOGS MC Biker Build Off & Ride, 3 Top Award winning Builders, Registration
from 11:00-12:00, rides rolls out at 12:30 starts at the Dew Drop Inn, Blue Jay Ohio, ends at the
VFW Hall Lawrenceburg Rd.
MAY 3, 2008
DERBY DAY RIDE, Creekside Social Riders, registration from 10:30 am, ride leaves at noon, $10
single, $15 couples, $5.00 for party only; Ride returns for Ky Derby, music by Sidewinder, BBQ,
door prizes, split the pot, wet T-shirt contest! Come kick off the riding season properly with the
Creekside Riders! Creekside is located on route 10, in California Ky. Call (859) 261-8737 for
questions
MAY 3, 2008
ABATE Of OHIO, Inc. South West Ohio Region 5, MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS RUNTO
COLUMBUS, The RUN from Cincinnati to Columbus will Start At Both of the North Bound Rest
Areas on I-71, The Southern Group of Riders will be leaving the I-71 North Bound Rest Area (Mile
Marker 34) @ 8:30am, The Northern Group of Riders will be leaving the other I-71 North Bound
Rest Area (Mile Marker 67) @ 9:30am, Then Everyone in Both Groups will ride to A.D.Farrow's (I-
71, Exit 131) (10 miles North of Columbus) For The BIG MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS PARADE To
The State Capital, Registration Cost is: $5.00 Per Person, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, For
More Info: Call Dean @ (513) 310-7064 or 1-800-25-Biker or go to, www.region5abate.com & www.
abate.com
MAY 3, 2008
4th ANNUAL JOHNNY RINGO DAYS, The town of Greens Fork, IN will be having the fourth annual
Johnny Ringo Days. He was born in Greens Fork. Scenic motorcycle poker run, parade, bike show,
music, food, and old west shooting demonstrations. Poker Run 114 East Pearl St, Fire Station in
Greens Fork, Cost: $10, Signup: 11AM - 12PM, Bikes leave at 12PM. Community Center
Breakfast, 5 dollars 8 - 11 AM, Scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and coffee or juice. Fire Station
Hog Roast 11AM- 5:30 PM, $6.50, Bike Show 114 & East Pearl St, Fire Station 3PM - 5PM, Car
Show, sponsored by DGC Car Club 9:00 AM to 3PM at the Dutch Country Flea Market 1 Mile east
of Greens Fork on Highway 38. See all event info on www.johnnyringodays.com
MAY 4, 2008
AFR 20th ANNUAL BIKE BLESSING, Gates open 9am, American Legion Post 199, 10700 Campbell
Rd. SCRAMBLE POKER RUN, Reg 10-Noon. $10 Per Rider, Scramble riders can leave as early as
11am back by 3pm Sharp. Poker Hands after the Blessing. Bike Blessing at approx 3PM, Blessing
is a Free Event. Masters of Ceremony, Jim LaBarbara The Music Professor and Ernie Brown the
Fatman. Food and Beverages available, Vendors, Patch Sewing and 50/50.
MAY 4, 2008
BIKE BLESSING RIDE, Country Breakfast being served starting at 10.00am, Bike Blessing Ride
leaves at 12.30pm, then back to Charlie's for our Blessing Bash! Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121
Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 4 2008.
SWAP MEET, American Legion Milford Ohio, 450 Victor Stier Drive. Located on the beautiful Little
Miami River in Old Milford. Clean out your garage and get some money for those old parts. $5
swap space fee, no charge admission. Hours are 10am till 2pm. Burgers, Metts, pop and beer
available. Any questions call Dave 513-831-0959
MAY 4, 2008
BLESSING OF THE BIKES, Winton Woods Fox Knoll Shelter, All Bikes Welcome. Registration
10am, first 100 registered receive free T-shirt, Music and Guest Speaker 11am, Blessing at Noon,
followed by Free food, Soft drinks and Games. Drawing for Door Prizes, must be present to win.
For info contact Donna Ivins 513-476-4016
MAY 4, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 4, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 9-18, 2008
Myrtle Beach Bike Week, Visit www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com for details
MAY 7, 2008
JACKASS FLATS KICKS OFF IT 1ST BIKE NITE OF THE SEASON, Featuring Dallas Moore and
the Snatch Wranglers, Miller Lite Girls, Vendors and Pork Chop Dinners, 6024 Rip Rap Rd. Dayton
Ohio, 937-236-4329
MAY 10, 2008
SPRING FLING EVENT, Featuring THE GOSHORN BROTHERS BAND-Formerly of the PURE
PRAIRIE LEAGUE, WTUE Live, TATTOO TECH-PIERCINGS and TATTOOS on site, TATTOO
CONTEST-AWARDS FOR WINNERS, GIFTS FOR PARTICIPANTS, WILDEST PAINT BIKE
CONTEST-AWARDS FOR WINNERS, GIFTS FOR PARTICIPANTS, FOOD, BEV & BEER...PLUS
OTHER STUFF! CHECK THE WEBSITE OR CALL FOR MORE DETAILS! Aces and Eights HD,
2383 Kings Center ct. Mason, Ohio 513-459-1777
MAY 10, 2008
1ST ANNUAL POKER RUN-RALLY CAR SHOW AND WALK-A-THON. Registration starts at 9am,
Pioneer Park, Route 17, 1 mile south of I-275, $15 Bike or Car, Poker hand prizes, Raffles, Door
Prizes, Live Music and More. Call Darlene 859-640-3396
MAY 10, 2008
Dead Men Walking Motorcycle Ministry Ride, leaves Beechgrove Baptist Church, Independence
Station Road, Independence, KY at 11:30 AM. For details contact revrabeagle@hotmail.com
MAY 10, 2008
ABATE of Ohio Inc. Region 5, MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS RALLY @ GARDNER PARK in
Lockland, OH, Rally Starts at H-D 1799 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, Registration between
9:00am to 11:00am, Cost: $10.00 Per Bike, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, Run Starts at 11.15
am with Hamilton County Police Escort to Gardner Park, Where Presentations will be given by
Keynote Speakers, Then a Police Escort to the Stumble-In for the after Rally “Rally” for Food &
Fun! For More Info: Call: Tom @ (513) 941 5650 or Martin @ (513) 631-3161 or Go To www.
region5abate.com
MAY 10, 2008**NEW**
TWO WHEEL FEVER PARTY, Bike Washing, Vendors Welcome, Great Food, Live music, Tattoo
Artist, Brentwood Sewing, Call for ore info Classic Iron Cycle Center, 10891 Hamiltion Ave. 513-
674-9200
MAY 11, 2008
KMRO MOTHERS DAY BIKE SHOW, 10am-4pm, Vendors, Food, Music, 50/50, Door Prizes. All
classes $5 entry. Categories: Best of Show, American Custom, Foreign Custom, American Stock,
And Foreign Stock. Richwood Powersports next to the Richwood Flea mkt. For info Bobby Powell
859-486-4899, Vendor info Susan 513-479-9576
MAY 11, 2008
SHRINER'S BURN RIDE, Leaves at 12.00pm, Breakfast available starting at 10.00am, Door Prizes
and Live Music. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121 Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 11, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 11, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 15, 2008**NEW**
TRI-COUNTY HD KICKS OFF IT'S FIRST BIKE NITE, 5-9pm every Thursday thru summer, Tri-
County HD, 5960 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, Ohio. 513-874-4343
MAY 16, 2008
JESUS JAM 2008, Battle of the Bands, 6-10pm, Western Brown High School, 476 w Main st. Mt.
Orab Ohio, Admission $5. Presented by Mount up Ministry and E.D.G.E.
MAY 17, 2008
4th ANNUAL CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL THUNDERING HEARTS RIDE, American Legion
Post, Milford, OH. $20/rider $5/passenger, Meet the kids at the half way mark. 80 mile round trip.
Proceeds go to benefit Camp Joyful Hearts. For Info 513.636.2157,
MAY 17, 2008
VETERANS APPRECIATION RUN, Sponsored by the BY THE Shawnee Ridgeriders MC $10.00
Registration per person, Sign-up from 11:00am - 12:50pm, Run starts at 1:00pm. Ride approx 100
Miles. Last bike back in by 4:00pm. Cold drinks, Hamburgers, All American Hotdogs, and Beans &
Cornbread. Door Prizes, 50/50. NO Weapons No Drugs, No Attitudes! For info visit www.
geocitiescom/srm_club
MAY 17, 2008
ABATE of OHIO, Inc. CLINTON COUNTY, REGION 5, 9th ANNUAL POKER RUN for THE AMERICAN
CANCER SOCIETY, At Royal Z Lanes, 2667 State Route 22 & 3 East, Wilmington, OH. Registration
will start @ 11:00am to 2:00pm, Cost is: $15.00 per Person, $25.00 per Couple, Party after Run,
Camping & Fun at Orlando's, 3120 Farmers Road, Wilmington, OH. Live Music, Raffles, Camping,
& Food until gone, This is an AMA Sanctioned Event, All Proceeds after expenses go to the
American Cancer Society of Clinton County, Come & Have Fun. For details Call Haskel Combs Jr.
@ (937) 382-7192 or Charlie or Theresa @ (937) 382-8378 or Rick Burkitt @ (937) 289-1414 Go
To www.region5abate.com
MAY 17, 2008, ***NEW***
WELCOME HOME IRAQ / AFGHANISTAN / ALL VETERANS CELEBRATION, Armed Forces Day,
their families and families of deployed service members, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Lunken Airport.
FREE - Live Music, Food/Give Away's, Celebrities, Kids Activities, Skydivers. Master of Ceremonies
- Anthony Munoz. Register online at: www.CincinnatiWelcomeHome.com or call (513)475-6943.
Sponsored by the Veterans Administration.
MAY 17, 2008
BIKER DOWN BENEFIT RUN, Cancer Ride for Mark Riddell, Rain or Shine, Starts at Mustang
Sally's, 2104 Fairgrove, (Rt 4) Registration 10am-12, Ride Leaves at 12:15, $20 Per Person, $25
Per Couple. After Party at Froggy Blues with “Timeless Band” Performing. Split the Pot, Door
Prizes, info Contact Dennis 513-678-5071
MAY 17, 2008
BIKE BLESSING, RIDE and LUNCH, 11 am at Goshen Church of God with the Goshen Armor
Bearers, 1675 Hillstation Road, Goshen, Oh 45122. Pastor Tim McGlone, for info call or email Rev.
Russ at 513.310.9122 or russrev@yahoo.com
MAY 17, 2008
SUZUKI OPEN HOUSE, 9am-4pm, Tegtmeyers Suzuki Polaris, 7970 US Route 68 N, Wilmington
Ohio. 937-486-2400
MAY 17, 2008
Armed Forces Poker Run, C&A Harley-Davidson, 7610 Commerce Place, Plain City, OH. PH: 614-
764-2453, www.CA-HD.com
MAY 17, 2008
BIG D MUSIC BASH CELEBRATION, starts at 6pm, prizes, giveaways, drink and food specials.
Main Street Station, 27 North Main St., Walton KY. 859-485-7888
May 17, 2008**NEW**
C.O.B.B.S. 1st Annual River Run, Meeting Place Tavern, Ripley, Ohio Sign up 11:00 a.m. Ride
leaves at Noon, $10 per bike, Poker Draw on return to Ripley. Plenty of good food on return. FOR
INFO Call (937) 618-2255, Proceeds to benefit Adams County Humane Society
MAY 18, 2008
FREE BEAN SOUP & CORNBREAD, Live Music, Muggbees Bar and Grill, US 42 Florence, KY. 859-
371-9766
MAY 18, 2008
Destination CycleSafe, Promoting motorcycle safety and awareness, 11AM - 5PM. Parking lot of
the Midland Company, 7000 Midland Blvd, off of Bach Buxton Rd in Amelia. Contact Crystal at 513-
947-5462 or Martha at 513-735-8409.
MAY 18, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 18, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 18, 2008
MYRTLE BEACH BIKE DAY & RIDE, Ride leaves at 12.00pm, Fun time had by all! Stunt Teams,
Bike washing. Autographed Photos from Miss 2008 Charlies Angel, Battle of the Bands, Vendors,
Custom Made Myrtle Beach T- Shirt Throws, Many more Surprises. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121
Dixie Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 24, 2008
6TH ANNUAL BUDWEISER POKER RUN, $15.00 Per Person, Starts At Muggbees Bar & Grill, Ride
on your own or ride with a group, Maps available upon registration Fee Payment. Waves start
leaving at 11.30am. Includes 2008 Bud T- Shirt, Free Dinner Buffet from 5pm-7pm For Paid Riders
Only!!! Top 5 Poker Hands have a Chance to Win 1 Budweiser Leather Jacket, Cash & Prizes.
Muggbees Bar and Grill, US 42, Florence, Ky. 859-371-9766, Rain Date May 25th
MAY 24, 2008
POKER RUN BENEFIT FOR ST. JUDES, registration 11:30am, kickstands up at 1pm, $10
Single/$15 Couple, Event sponsored by Southern Ohio V-twin and Liberty Inn, Event is at Liberty
Inn 7163 Princeton Road. Returns to Liberty Inn for Customer Appreciation Party with Fun, Food,
Friends and Door Prizes. Call 513-777-9872,
MAY 25, 2008
BENEFIT FOR KENDALL TAYLOR, Kendall is 13 and in the hospital suffering from anorexia,
Sunday breakfast fundraiser, Biscuits, sausage & gravy, $5 min donation, then turns into an
afternoon cookout. Gus’s Sports Bar & Grill, 24071 Stateline rd, Bright In. 812-637-3111
MAY 26, 2008
POLARIS OPEN HOUSE, 10am-4pm, Tegtmeyers Suzuki-Polaris, 7970 US Route 68 N, Wilmington
Ohio. 937-486-2400
MAY 24, 2008
RELAY FOR LIFE Benefit ride and Corn hole Tournament, Ride registration from 10am -11am,
$10.00 single-$15.00 couple. Corn hole registration 1-2pm or with ride registration. Tournament
starts at 2pm. Split the Pot and Raffles. Karaoke starts at 8.00pm. Proceeds benefit American
Cancer Society, Boone County Relay for Life. Specials K's, 10786 Dixie Highway, Richwood Ky, call
371-0707 for Details;
MAY 25, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH, 3819 Turfway Rd, Erlanger KY. Contact Pastor Al Abrams 859.801.7795 for Info
or Directions. Free potluck dinner on the first Sunday in April thru October.
MAY 25, 2008
BIKER FRIENDLY CHURCH SERVICES, Sundays at 10:30 AM, Freedom in the Wind Church, 927
State Route 28, Suite G, Milford, OH. Contact Pastor Larry Indian Herald at 513-708-7418 for
directions or info.
MAY 31, 2008
IRELAND REED BENEFIT AND RIDE, Farm Beer Garden, 2461 Ross-Millville rd. Ross Township,
OH. Ride Cost: $20.00 couple, $15.00 Single, Rain or Shine, Reg: 10:00-11:45am, Ride begins 12:
00 Noon. Benefit After Ride from 3:00--8:00 P.M. all non-riders and children welcome. $10.00
Individual, $20.00 Family, Silent Auction, Split the pot, Food, Drink and Cornhole. Live Music
'Cherry Shine', Contact with questions: bigbret05@yahoo.com
MAY 31, 2008
BENEFIT RIDE, Breakfast starts at 10.00am, Come WIN a Chance on a 42” Plasma TV, Live Music,
and Door Prizes. Proceeds to be donated to March of Dimes. Charlie's Throttle Stop, 7121 Dixie
Highway, (Rt 4) Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111
MAY 31, 2008
HARLEY-HEROES DAY, The Disabled American Veterans will be on site offering assistance to all
veterans. From 12-2 Chipotle will giveaway free burritos and how-to stations will be held
throughout the day. 10am-4pm @ C&A Harley-Davidson, 7610 Commerce Place, Plain City, OH.
PH: 614-764-2453 www.CA-HD.com
MAY 30-JUNE 1 2008.
3RD ANNUAL GERAD MAGGARD MEMORIAL Charity Bike Rally, Visit www.
geradmaggardmemorial-bikerally.com for details and updates. Proceeds to be donated to the
Shriners Hospitals for Children. For Info email ghostrider52005@yahoo.com
MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2008
BIKERS CHURCH 7TH ANNUAL WEEKEND RALLY, Car Show, Ride in Bike Show, Bike Blessing,
Live Music, Bike Games, Custom Build off, Bug Run, Vendors, Burnout pit, Games for the kids,
Benefit run to support Trooper Island. Christ’s Chapel, 3817 Turfway, Erlanger KY. For info call Al
Abrams 859-801-7795
MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2008
15th ANNUAL MIRACLE RIDE IN SPEEDWAY, Seven state wide poker runs kick off at 9:00 AM
Saturday and end at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Activities continue into the night with music
and bands. Sunday gives riders a chance to ride around the famed 500 track, free lunch and
several prizes including motorcycle giveaways. $50 minimum donation benefits Riley Children's
Hospital. Register online at www.miracleride.com, or call 812-988-2116