MAY 2010 EVENTS
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May 1, 2010
2010 CMA Run For The Son, Circuit Riders of Northern Ky. Starts at Short-T Cycles and Gotta-
Go, 8335A Dixie Highway, Florence, Ky. Sign up from 10:00 to 11:45AM, Ride leaves at noon
sharp, Donation $10 single or $15 couple, Free meal at return, door prizes, great ride! Everyone
welcome!
May 1, 2010
CMA Run For the Son, Cross-eyed Riders CMA Chapter #752, 607 South State St. West
Harrison, Indiana. Reg. 9am-10am, Kick stands up at 10:30am Cost: Love Offering-Donation, for
info contact: Ron 513-574-6550, Todd 812-637-1924, Lunch / Drinks and door prize drawing
after the ride.
May 1, 2010
Ride for Veterans, A benefit for the Fisher House, Begins & Ends at Quaker Steak & Lube at
Polaris (North of 270 off I-71, Polari Exit). Sign up 9-11 Returns to the Lube 3-4pm, will tour the
AMA Motorcycle Museum in Pickerington during Ride. Donations for Entry Fee, $20 min donation.
After the ride will have music, a silent & a “noisy” auction benefiting Fisher House. Meet Veterans
Organizations, vendors, & live band “The Branded”. Additional Infor mation: http://oh.combatvet.
org or Wick Rumo217 @aol.com, Sok jansokolnicki@att.net, Jamie jlnezbeth @aol.com
May 1, 2010
1st Annual Jolene Mintey Breast Cancer Awareness Bike Run, Sponsored by Cancer Patient
Services. The ride starts at Max & Irma’s, Findlay, Ohio. Registration starts at 10:00 am and the
ride leaves at 11:00 am. All proceeds from the bike run will go to Cancer Patient Services in
Findlay.
May 1, 2010
The Blessing of the Bikes and Pancake Breakfast will be held on May 1, 2010 at the Century
Harley Davidson in Medina, Ohio (OH) Breakfast will be from 9:30am until 10:30am, and the
Blessing Ride will begin at 11:15am. Proceeds from this event will benefit the New Century HOG.
www.centuryharley.com, Phone 330-721-1702
May 2, 2010
AFR 22nd Annual Bike Blessing, rescheduled to May 16 due to bad weather
May 2, 2010
Biker’s Church at Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. Designed by bikers for bikers and
anyone that feels comfortable around blue jeans, t-shirts and leather. Good coffee, great music
and Christianity explained in a way that fits your lifestyle. Free potluck dinner first Sunday of the
month. Come enjoy the ride with family and friends you haven’t met yet. For more info contact
Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-7795.
May 2, 2010
Biker Friendly Church Services, “Freedom in the Wind Church is a group of Christian believers
who gather to worship and to learn from the Bible what it means to follow Jesus. Services are on
Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1232 State Rt 131, Milford, OH 45150. For more info contact Pastor Larry
Herald at 513-708-7418.
May 2, 2010
4th Annual Motorcycle Swap Meet, swap meet will be held at Wayne County Fairgrounds on
Vanover Street in Wooster Ohio. Gates open for spectators at 10:00 am. Indoor vending spots
are $20.00 for a 10 X 20 space. Outdoor spots are 10 X 30 for $30.00. General admission is
$5.00 per person. For more information www.2wheeledpony.com
May 2, 2010
Annual Spring Run, The ride starts at the Portsmouth Motorcycle Club, 101 Front Street in
Portsmouth Ohio. Registration is from 11:00 am to 12:45 pm and the ride leaves at 1:00 pm. The
ride fee is $10.00 for the rider or $15.00 with a passenger. Trophies will be awarded for the top
three hands. There will also be awards for the oldest rider, youngest rider, farthest distance
ridden to the event and the largest club or group. The ride ends with food, vendors, raffles, door
prizes and 50/50 drawing. For more information call (740) 574-9316, or www .portsmouthmc.net.
May 2, 2010
Gator Run, Support a fallen Biker and Veteran Timothy "Gator" Anderson, $10 Single-$15
Couple, signup 11am-12:30, Main st Pub, Walton Ky, leaves at 1pm, for info contact Toni 859-
485-7888 or Snap at 859-815-0018 , Rain Date May 9th
May 2, 2010
Iron Samaritans Bike Blessing Registration 10 to noon for the scramble. The first 100 riders will
receive a free t-shirt and be register for give-a-ways. Evendale Recreation Complex – Shelter
House by field# 4, 10500 Reading Road 45241. 513-476-4016
May 6-9, 2010
25th National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) Convention in Orlando, Florida, for more info
800-531-2424
May 7-9, 2010
Harleys With Heartt Animal Refuge Festival, Rides, Games, Bands. All Proceeds go to Heartt
Animal Refuge. Tri-County Harley-Davidson 5960 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, Ohio.
May 8, 2010
Classic Iron Cycles Celebrate Spring and Chili Cook off Party. 12-6pm, Chili Entry 2-4pm $10
entry. Prizes 1st, 2nd, 3rd awarded 4pm. Music, Tattoos, and Lots More. Vendors setup FREE
3220A Route 4, Fairfield Ohio 513-887-1011
May 8, 2010
Dead Men Walking Motorcycle Ministry - Meet at @ 11:30 AM and leave @ 11:50 AM. Meet and
leave from Beechgrove Baptist Church, 451 Independence Station Rd., Independence, KY 41051.
May 8, 2010
NKY Chrome Divas’ Wings 2 Ride 4 Charity Run, All Proceeds Benefit the NKY Women’s Crisis
Center. Buffalo Wings and Rings, High Street In Crescent Springs, Registration 10-12, $10
rider/$15 Couple Includes Ride, Raffle Ticket, and After Ride Party with Entertainment by
Southbound Highway, Vendors, Split the Pot, Raffle Prizes, and Appearances by the Black and
Bluegrass Rollergirls, Call Leah for more information: 513-291-0376
May 8, 2010
Mark Hadley Benefit Ride. The Registration and ride will start at Goshen High School on Goshen
Rd in Goshen Oh. The cost is 25 for rider 5 for passenger and the first 50 riders to Register will
get a free T-shirt. Registration begins at 12 with the ride starting at 1pm. RSVP or for more Info
contact Brandon at 513.460.4555
May 8, 2010
The GWRRA, Chapter E2 Cincinnati Annual Toy Run will be held on May 8, 2010 at the Mt.
Carmel Krogers Parking Lot in Mt. Carmel, Ohio (OH) Meeting at 9:45am. Upon arrival there will
be a Photo Shoot, and following the Toy drop off there will be a Video and Tour of the Facility.
www.ohiogwrra.org, Bill or Kathy 513-732-3528
May 8, 2010
8th Annual Spring Fling Poker Run, The poker run will start at VFW Post #10281, 299 Briggs
Lane in Vine Grove, Kentucky. Registration is from 8:30 to 10:30 am. The first bike goes out at
11:00 am. The ride fee is $10.00 for the first hand and $5.00 for additional hands. The ride fee
includes lunch. The ride will end with lunch, a D.J., door prizes and more. This run is to benefit
homeless veterans at Interlink Counseling Services homeless veteran’s shelter. For more
information call (270) 268-3843,
May 8, 2010 **Newark Ohio***
Join us for the free "Change Gears - Ride a Bike" event on Saturday, May 8th on the bike trails of
Licking County . Start time varies with the route you choose to ride. Free lunch for those
registered by April 25th. For more information and to register, visit http://phplc.org/
May 9, 2010
Mother’s Day Bike Show and Swap Meet — held at the Richwood Flea Market off I-75 9-5pm.
Bike Show 1pm-3pm, Vendors Welcome. Call Mt. Man for details and to reserve a spot 859-466-
7819, director4@kmakba.com
May 9, 2010
Biker’s Church at Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. Designed by bikers for bikers and
anyone that feels comfortable around blue jeans, t-shirts and leather. Good coffee, great music
and Christianity explained in a way that fits your lifestyle. Free potluck dinner first Sunday of the
month. Come enjoy the ride with family and friends you haven’t met yet. For more info contact
Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-7795.
May 9, 2010
Biker Friendly Church Services, “Freedom in the Wind Church is a group of Christian believers
who gather to worship and to learn from the Bible what it means to follow Jesus. We are bikers
and motorcycle enthusiasts, friends and families from all walks of life who desire to grow in our
faith together. Services are on Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1232 State Rt 131, Milford, OH 45150. For
more info contact Pastor Larry Herald at 513-708-7418.
May 12, 2010
Kentucky State Police Safety Day—Held at KSP head quarters in Frankfort from 11-4pm. Ride
leaves at 2pm and a safety seminar to follow from 6-9pm by an MSF instructor. Contact Sherry
Bray at 502-695-6353 for more info.
May 14-16, 2010
Operation Troop Aid, Middletown Ohio at Smith Park. See our ad on Page 36 of the May issue for
all the details
May 15-16
All Veterans Reunion in Frankfort KY at the Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center. Opening
Ceremonies at Noon.
May 15, 2010
Ride in Movie Night to benefit The N Ky Women’s Crisis Center. 6pm to Midnight @ “Steve’s
Garage” 8481 East Main Street, Alexandria, Ky. Door Prizes, Split the Pot, and Raffles including
Kings Island tickets, Reds Tickets, Cyclones Memorabilia, Gift Cards and much more!!! Food
available for small donation. BYOB. Movie starts at dusk!! $5 entrance donation. Come
experience our signature syringes!!! Questions? chromedivas2riversky @yahoo.com
May 15,2010
KMA Annual Freedom Ride to Frankfort celebrating May Awareness Month. Instead of going to
the Capitol we will be arriving a little before 1pm at the Capitol Plaza Hotel to help celebrate the
All Veteran’s Reunion that is going on the same day. The official opening ceremonies start at
1pm ET so be sure to be there a little early in order to get parked and on the plaza for those. See
any of the staff in the yellow shirts for the preferred bike parking areas. There are rides coming
from several Districts so please contact your local district officers to find the details in your area.
There will be various vendors and activities going on all weekend so come down and stay for a
bit. Districts 11 and 4 will be meeting at Sugar Bay Boat Dock at 10:00am and leaving no later
than 11am. With one stop in Monterey for anyone who would like to meet up with the group along
the way. Afterwards a party is scheduled back at Rick’s Tavern in Sparta for anyone interested in
attending.
May 15, 2010
Open House at Eastgate Harley-Davidson, 10 to 5, Free Food and Beverages. Music, balloon
artist, face painting, tattoos by JB, Brentwood Leather and other various vendors. Come for food,
fun and fellowship!’
May 15, 2010
Poker Run, Lake Bailee Recreational Park St. Clair Twp. Ohio 45011 (513) 893-5585 11AM
Band starts @ 6:30 Pm,
May 15, 2010
The Goshen Armor Bearers Motorcycle Ministry is holding its 3rd annual Biker Blessing, starts at
11am at 1675 Hill-station Rd. Goshen Oh 45122. There will be a ride with food after we return to
the church as well as vendor booths and a local christian band called The Witness...For more
info you can contact Rev Russ at 513.310.9122 or email russrev@yahoo.com.
May 15, 2010
Cruz’n For The Homeless Poker Run, Sponsored by Bikers For Christ Louisville Chapter. The
poker run will start at Kingfish, 3021 Upper River Rd. in Louisville. Registration will be from 10:00
am to 11:30 am and the ride starts at 12:00 pm. The fee is $15.00 for the rider or $20.00 for the
rider and a passenger. All proceeds will go to feeding the homeless in Louisville Ky. For more
information call (502) 644-5877
May 16, 2010 ***Rescheduled from may 2nd***
AFR 22nd Annual Bike Blessing, Gates open at 9AM, There will be an Old School Poker Run,
Bike Blessing approx 3pm, Food and Beverages available, Patch Sewing, Vendors, 50/50, Live
Music. American Legion Post 199, 10700 Campbell Rd, Harrison Ohio. See our ad on page 3 of
this issue for additional details. Supported by Road Wheeler Magazine
May 16, 2010
Myrtle Beach Party, Corn Hole Contest, Bike Show, Vendors, Tattoos, Food and Drink Specials,
Join Charlie and the gang for breakfast and ride. 10am-Noon, Ride leaves at Noon. Charlie’s
Throttle Stop, 7121 Dixie Highway Fairfield Ohio, 513-874-6111.
May 16, 2010
Walneck’s Motorcycle Swap Meet and Show, Sheperdsville Kentucky, just south of Louisville Ky.
at the Bullet County Fairgrounds I64 and rt. 245 (exit 112) Rain or Shine 8am-3pm For info 630-
985-2097
May 16, 2010
Biker’s Church at Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. Designed by bikers for bikers and
anyone that feels comfortable around blue jeans, t-shirts and leather. Good coffee, great music
and Christianity explained in a way that fits your lifestyle. Free potluck dinner first Sunday of the
month. For more info contact Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-7795.
May 16, 2010
Biker Friendly Church Services, “Freedom in the Wind Church is a group of Christian believers
who gather to worship and to learn from the Bible what it means to follow Jesus. We are bikers
and motorcycle enthusiasts, friends and families from all walks of life who desire to grow in our
faith together. Services are on Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1232 State Rt 131, Milford, OH 45150. For
more info contact Pastor Larry Herald at 513-708-7418.
May 16, 2010**NEW**
Relay for Life Poker Run,starting at General butler state, Carrollton, Ky. Reg is 9 to 11am,
kickstands up at 1130, hog roast after ride, $15 per single $20 for a cpl $5.00 for extra poker
hand, $100 for winning hand also 50/50 being sold,all proceeds goes to the American Cancer
Society. For info call Pat Mcglennen 502.732 .4819 or Joe Roth at 502.732.6543
May 19, 2010 **REschedlued from 12th**
The KSP Motorcycle Safety Day Event will be rescheduled for May 19th, 2010. All activities that
were scheduled for May 12th, including the FREE Safety Seminar in the evening will be moved to
the rain date.
May 22, 2010
Jesse James Boogie and Poker Run, held in Glencoe, KY at the former Thunderbowl Speedway.
Vendors Welcome (admission is your vendor fee). Call 800-68-CYCLE for more info or email
director11@kmakba.com,
May 22, 2010
25th Anniversary of the Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Tattoo. “individual” and “companies”
support of the Tattoo, membership in the GCPOMS and purchase of a paver to honor North East
Oho’s Fallen Officers is greatly appreciated by the families of our Fallen Officers. held at the
Cleveland Public Auditorium. Tickets will be available in March or April at Harley Davidson Sales
Company of Cleveland, Lake Erie Harley Davidson of Avon, South East Harley Davidson of
Bedford Heights and Western Reserve Harley Davidson of Mentor . It is an excellent night of
entertainment and more importantly supports the renovation of the GCPOM for its 25th
Anniversary. For more information on membership or to purchase a paver please go to www.
policememorialsociety.com
May 22, 2010
Y-City H.O.G. 3rd Annual Ride-Spin-Roll Spring Ride, Leave Fink’s Harley Davidson, enjoy a
scenic ride, then return to Fink’s HD for a “Casino Experience” Roll the dice, Choose a card from
the deck, Pick a numbered poker chip, Spin the roulette wheel.Play corn hole Registeration $10
per person, First bike out 10:30am-12:00pm, Last bike in 5:00pm, Casino will open from 4-5:
30pm, winner will be announced at 6:00pm Hog Roast with plenty of food and drinks.contact:740-
454-0010 or harliecharlie1 @aol.com
May 22, 2010**NEW**
6th Annual Brady Scanlon Memorial Ride to Remember. Benefits the Four Leaf Family
Foundation & Melanoma Know More of Greater Cincinnati. Motorcycles will meet at the South
Hills Civic Club beginning at 8:30am, ride begins at 9am and ends at 1pm back at South Hills. $25
donation includes a Memorial shirt. Picnic to follow will begin at Noon and will include music, food,
children’s activities, cornhole, raffle & more. South Hills Civic Club, 10 Bluegrass Ave., Ft. Wright,
Ky. For more info, contact Brennan Scanlon, 859.653.7275
May 23, 2010
DESTINATION CYCLESAFE, Hosted By: ABATE of Ohio, Inc. Region 5, Riders & Non Riders
Welcome, Vendors Welcome, FREE to the Public 12 noon to 4PM, Ducati Free Style Motorcycle
Stunt Team and many other activities. Plus: Riding Demonstrations * Bike Show * Car Cruise-In *
Tire Pressure Check * Safety Demonstrations * Vendors * Live Air Care Landing * The “No Zone”
Truck * Motorcycle Apparel Fashion Show * Accident Scene Management Skills * Motorcycle
Safety Riding Information * Political Speakers * Food * Raffles * 50/50 * & More Event. 1000
locust Street Owensville , Ohio 45160, For Info contact Beth Richmond (513)-460-4661.
May 23, 2010
Biker’s Church at Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. Designed by bikers for bikers and
anyone that feels comfortable around blue jeans, t-shirts and leather. Good coffee, great music
and Christianity explained in a way that fits your lifestyle. Free potluck dinner first Sunday of the
month. Come enjoy the ride with family and friends you haven’t met yet. For more info contact
Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-7795.
May 23, 2010
Biker Friendly Church Services, “Freedom in the Wind Church is a group of Christian believers
who gather to worship and to learn from the Bible what it means to follow Jesus. We are bikers
and motorcycle enthusiasts, friends and families from all walks of life who desire to grow in our
faith together. Services are on Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1232 State Rt 131, Milford, OH 45150. For
more info contact Pastor Larry Herald at 513-708-7418.
May 24th The Goshen Armor Bearers are Hosting a fund raiser for the C.A.R.E. and the
motorcycle ministry of Goshen Church of God... It will be at the Goshen Skyline in Goshen, Oh.
4pm - 9pm. For more info you can contact Rev Russ at 513.310.9122 or email russrev@yahoo.
com
May 25, 2010**NEW**
You are being invited to join the Licking County Sheriff’s Office, the Newark Public Library, and
the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® when we host a Child ID Event to
commemorate National Missing Children’s Day on May 25, 2010. The Licking County Sheriff’s
Office along with the Newark Public Library will host a Child ID Event in the Story Time Room
located in the lower level of the Newark Public Library, 101 W. Main St. , Newark , Ohio 43055 on
May 25, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. We will have a deputy there creating Child ID Cards
complete with a photo and thumbprint that will be given to their parents and guardians.
Individuals will also be on hand to answer any questions parents and caregivers may have
concerning Child Safety and the importance of this event. Teaching children about safety works.
It saves lives
May 26, 2010
Kentucky to LZ Rainelle, Ride for Freedom 2010, Owingsville Lions Club Park at 6pm. Free to the
Public and everyone is welcome, Live Music, Guest Speakers We will leave at 8am to ride
through Owingsville and on to Rainelle WV. For all the details Contact: Charley 502-896-1544 or
Danny 606-845-0435
May 27 -31,2010 **NEW**
On the Memorial Day Weekend,'2010 49ER Rally' at Mariposa County Fairgrounds, Mariposa -
95338, CA. To reserve your spot you may fill the Pre-Registration form latest by May 15, 2010.
The online Pre-Registration form is available at this page: www.bmwnorcal org/49er/registration .
html, mail in Pre-Registration form can be downloaded from this page:, www.bmwnorcal.
org/49er/2010reg.pdf How much does it cost? For adults it will cost $40,For children under the
age of 12 it will cost $15, For children under the age of 6 will be admitted FREE Day Pass Cost:
*Day passes are also available at $30, *Day passes validity would last until the midnight of the
day purchased. Camping: Pre-Registration includes 4 nights of flat grassy camping with hot
showers included. Early bird camping available for $10 tent/$25 RV per night. The Rally events
are scheduled on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Rally will conclude with the Awards
Ceremony and Prize give-away on Sunday.
May 28-30, 2010
LZ Rainelle WV Veterans Reunion , For all the details Contact: Charley 502-896-1544 or Danny
606-845-0435
May 29, 2010
Muggbee’s and Budweiser 8th Annual Poker Run, Starts at Muggbee’s Steakhouse, 13510 Dixie
HIghway US 25, Walton Ky. One wave Only leaving at 11:30am, Top 5 Hands Win. See our ad on
page 3 of the May issue. Rain Date May 30th
May 30, 2010
Biker’s Church at Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. Designed by bikers for bikers and
anyone that feels comfortable around blue jeans, t-shirts and leather. Good coffee, great music
and Christianity explained in a way that fits your lifestyle. Free potluck dinner first Sunday of the
month. Come enjoy the ride with family and friends you haven’t met yet. For more info contact
Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-7795.
May 30, 2010
Biker Friendly Church Services, “Freedom in the Wind Church is a group of Christian believers
who gather to worship and to learn from the Bible what it means to follow Jesus. We are bikers
and motorcycle enthusiasts, friends and families from all walks of life who desire to grow in our
faith together. Services are on Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1232 State Rt 131, Milford, OH 45150. For
more info contact Pastor Larry Herald at 513-708-7418.