April Events

West Virginia

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April 17: 18th Annual Benefit Run sponsored by “Reflections” Chapter 334 of the Christian Motorcyclists Association. Registration is from 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon at the McDonald’s/Kmart parking lot in South Parkersburg, WV. Cost is $5.00 per rider. This will be a scripture run. (Approximately 65-75 miles with 3 check-in points) There will be door prizes, awards and a free luncheon at the end of the run. Proceeds from this years run will go to the Salvation Army. All motorcyclists are welcome. This run will be held “Rain or Shine.” For more information call Howard & Kathy 740-236-3906; Tom -304-643-2567; Gary & Marcie-304-863-6294.Parkersburg, WV

April 24: Annual Spring Poker Run. C.E.'s Helping Hands is having their annual Spring Poker Run on April 24th. Registration starts at 10:00 am at the Shop & Save parking lot in Moorefield, WV with kickstands up at 11:00 am. The ride ends at the Stray Cat Cafe in Moorefield at 3:00 pm. Cost is $10.00 per hand. Come on out for a good time and fellowship all for a good cause. Email our group for more information and/or directions: email@cehelpinghands.com Moorefield, WV

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April 24: Bikers Against Child Abuse(BACA) has our annual fundraiser on April 24th, at Martinsburg Motorsports Martinsburg WV, registration from 9:30-11:30, kickstands up at noon, $10.00 per rider, after ride party at Nan & Pop's , offering specials: all you can eat Pulled Pork Buffet for $5.00, All you can drink draft beer for $10.00, or 5 bottled beers for $10.00, from 3-7. 100% proceeds go to BACA to help fight child abuse and raise awareness!!! more info call 304-262-3500 or email taterbrat46@yahoo.com Martinsburg, WV

April 24: Benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ATTENTION ALL BIKERS!. Join us for a 50 MILE SCENIC RIDE on Saturday, April 24, 2010 To benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Registration begins at 11:30 A.M. at J&D’s Club in Shepherdstown, WV Cost: $15.00 per bike. Departs at 1:00 P.M. Ends At: Alto’s in Shepherdstown Questions? Call Robby Stone at (304) 268-2585 or (304) 267-7168 Shepherdstown, WV

Virginia

April 9 – 11: Blue Ridge Bike Fest, The Blue Ridge Bike Fest will be held on April 9-11, 2010 at the Roanoke Civic Center in Roanoke, Virginia (VA) Beginning at 3pm until 9pm on Friday, 10am until 8pm on Saturday and 10am until 5pm on Sunday, There will be Stunt Shows, Custom Contest with multiple Classes; including Cruisers, Bagger, Bobber, Old School, Chopper, Sport Bike (over and under 1,000cc), and Radical. As well as Live Entertainment with Live Performances by multiple Bands, Vendors, Local Lodging, and much more. Roanoke, VA

April 10: Poker Run to Aid Combat Veterans Sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8169 The ride starts at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8169, 2 miles East of Scottsville on Route 6. Registration begins at 8:30 am and the ride starts at 9:00 am. The 100 mile Poker Run will go through Fluvanna, Albemarle, and Buckingham Counties. The ride fee is $20.00 for the rider and $10.00 for a passenger. The ride fee includes a meal. For more information call (434) 589-8780. Scottsville, VA

April 11: Poker Run to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Sponsored by Richmond Riders Motorcycle Club The ride begins at The Shoppes at Belgrade at the corner of Huguenot and Robious Road in Midlothian. Registration begins at 9:00 am. Last bike out at 11:30 am. Entry fee is $10.00 for a 5-card hand and $15.00 for a 7-card hand. All proceeds go to Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Midlothian, VA

April 17:Benefit ride for the couple that lost almost everything in a recent fire ( Jamie & Erin Will ), will be held April 17th at the Mcdowell VA firehouse. Registeration will be from 9 til 10, ride will leave at 10:00 and return at 3:00ish for a meal, door prizes, fun, and fellowship. {This should give everyone plenty of time to get home before dark.} There will be a bucket for a "FREE WILL" donation, no set amount will be charged for the ride or the meal. Everyone welcome, come help raise some $$$ for the Wills' Mcdowell VA

April 17: Ride VA 2010 Sponsored by Greater Fredericksburg Habitat for Humanity The ride starts at Morton's BMW Motorcycles, 5099 Jefferson Davis Highway in Fredericksburg. All bikes are welcome. Registration starts at 9:00 am and the Poker Run starts at 10:00 am. Registration fee includes t-shirt, ride patch/bar, meal ticket, and goodie bag. Fredericksburg, VA

April 17: Greater Fredericksburg Habitat For Humanity Motorcycle Ride All bikes welcome. Registration starts at 9:00 am; Poker Run 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; prizes awarded starting 2:30 pm; vendor booths present throughout the day. Registration fee includes T-shirt, Ride patch/bar, meal ticket, "goodie bag." Last year over $2,000 in prizes. Register online at Fredericksburg Habitat's web site. Fredericksburg, VA

April 17: Relay for Life Poker Run Sponsored by Justice Appraisals LLC The ride starts at Cumberland Co. Elementary School on route 60 in Cumberland. Registration starts at 9:00 am. The first bike goes out at 10:00 am. There is a $250 cash prize. The fee is $10.00 for each hand. The ride ends with 50/50 drawings, and prize drawings. All bikes welcome. Proceeds to The American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Cumberland, VA

April 18: Biker BlessingLiberty Community Church will host a blessing of the bikes for area motorcyclist. The service will feature prizes for bikes and bikers, music, food, and a poker run to benefit Homes for Haiti after the service. The poker run will be through the Virginia countryside. This event is open to bikers of all types and faiths. 11775 Morgansburg Rd Bealeton, VA

April 24:100 Mile Bikers Against Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Ride, Sponsored by Colonial Harley Davidson, The ride starts at Colonial Harley Davidson, 1701 Temple Parkway in Prince George. Registration is from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and the ride begins at 11:30 am. This ride is open to all motorcycles. The ride fee is $10.00 per bike. The 100 mile ride will promote Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness. Prince George, VA

April 25: Bike in the Boro, The Bike in the Boro will be held on April 25, 2010 in Downtown Waynesboro, Virginia (VA) There will be a Motorcycle Show with Judging for multiple Classes. Pre-Registration will be $10. and Day of Show Registration will be $15. There will be Motor Music, Fantastic Views, Great Bikes, and much more. Waynesboro, VA

Pennsylvania

April 3: Make-A-Wish an the 1st. Danny Coulson Memorial Run Sponsored by Eagle Classics, Make-A-Wish Registration is at Eagle Classics April 3rd from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. The ride has 4 stops. The fee is $20.00 for each person. All proceeds go to Make-A-Wish an the Danny Coulson Family. The ride ends with 50/50 drawings, door prizes, DJ, food, and more. . New Oxford, PA

April 3: Danny Coulson Memorial Run, This is a memorial run for Danny Coulson. Sponsored by Eagle Classics Leather an Motorcycle Accers. and Make-a-Wish. The reg. fee is 20.00 per person Reg. is at Eagle Classics in New Oxford Pa. at 10:30 to 12:00 The run will end at Mr. T's Road House Door prizes, 50/50 drawing,food,DJ COME OUT an show your support 2819 Carlisle Pike New Oxford, PA

April 3: Perryopolis Motorcycle Swap Meet Perryopolis motorcycle swap meet Perryopolis auto auction bldg 9 to 3 $5. Cover charge vendors: $25. Parts $35. For other info call 724-309-1082 or 724-348-5364 Perryopolis, PA

April 10: Chili Cook Off Chili cook-off sponsored by Shenandoah valley Harley owners group $5 gets you a bowl and all the chili and bread you can eat, starts at 11am till gone, also bike show and mustang show on site, free to the public 213 Rolling Thunder Lane Staunton, VA

April 14: SCMC Poker Run Kitchen opens at 8:00 come ride Schuylkill county's great motorcycle roads and reconnect with your fellow motorcyclist. prizes given for top hands in your class. hope to see you there. 958 Schuylkill Mountain Rd Schuylkill Haven, PA

April 17: Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA Poker Run The ride starts at the North End Fire Company on Rt 125. Registration will be from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and the ride will leave at 11:15 am. The run will go 90 miles on country back roads. The fee is $20.00 for the rider and $5.00 for a passenger. The fee includes food. Cash prizes for the best and worst hand. Proceeds go to the Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA. Pine Grove, PA

April 18: Blessing Of The Bikes Rain or Shine! All are welcome to the church service at 10:45 AM Blessing follows at 12:30PM 4130 Old Wm Penn Hwy Murrysville, PA

April 24: Soldiers of the Law Memorial Ride VIat Hershey, Sponsored by Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational & Memorial Center The ride will begin at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. Registration begins at 9:00 am and the ride leaves at 11:00 am. The fee is $25.00 per person and includes a long sleeve t-shirt. This is an escorted ride and is open to active members and employees, retired members and employees and all friends of Pennsylvania State Police. Pre-registration must be received by 4/2/10. Proceeds from this ride go to support the Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational & Memorial Center. Hershey, PA

April 24: ALR Camp Courage Poker RunSponsored by American Legion Riders post 251 The ride starts at American Legion Post 251, 185 Broad Street in Montgomery. Registration is from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The fee is $10.00 for each person. The rain date is April 25th. The ride will benefit Camp Courage Children’s Camp. For more information go to . Montgomery, PA

April 25: Motorcycle Awareness Breakfast Fellow riders ABATE of PA, Luzerne County Chapter 43 and J.R. Davis Vol. Fire Dept. would like to invite you to participate in our “Motorcycle Awareness Breakfast" being held at the fire department in Idetown. The message of the event is to draw attention to the dangers of distracted driving-that same excuse always comes up, “I didn't see him". By joining together we can bring more attention to this increasing problem. We will be offering free space to set up information booths to tell about your clubs, organization or charities. All you can eat breakfast for $10 advance / $12 at the Door, 138 State Route 415 Idetown, PA

April 25: Glenview Alliance Church Blessing Of The Bikers Come join us as we ask God for his Blessing and Safety upon the 2010 riding season. * Coffee and Donuts starting at 9:00 A.M * All Bikers invited to attend Morning worship service at 10:45 A.M. * Come Dressed to ride and bring a friend! * Bike Blessing service outdoors starts at 12:30 P.M. * Ride after the Blessing will be approximate 90 miles round trip, with a stop for lunch buffet at Willow Valley Restaurant in Lancaster County, Pa. * Very scenic ride and a great time to fellowship and meet new friends. 10037 Susq. Trail Glen Rock, PA

April 26: JAFFA Cruisers 4th Annual Poker Run Sponsored by Jaffa Shrine Jaffa Cruisers Motorcycle Club The ride starts at Jaffa Shrine at Broad Avenue and 22nd Street in Altoona. Registration will be held from 9:00 am to11:00 am. The 100 mile ride starts at 12:00 pm. The fee is$15.00 for the rider and $10.00 for a passenger. Dinner is included in the fee. Proceeds from the Poker Run benefit Shriners Children's Hospital. For more information call (814) 944 -4043 Altoona, PA

Maryland

April 9 – 11: Wildcats Sc Weekend - 14th Anniversary Wildcats Social Club 14th ANNIVERSARY / 2nd TROPHY PARTY When: Meet and Greet at host hotel 8pm-1am Where: Comfort Inn Hotel BWI (410) 789-9100 Wildcats Rate: $69.99 + tax When: Saturday: April 10, 2010 ~Trophy Party 9pm 2am Where: Patapsco Arena 3301 Annapolis Blvd Baltimore, MD 21230 Tickets $20 in adv - $25 at door Award Categories: 3rd Club thru door 5 or more Most Rep MC In State 1st Place Most Rep MC In State 2nd Place Most Rep MC Out of State 1st Place Most Rep MC Out of State 2nd Place Most Rep MC Social Club Most Rep MC Auto Club Most Rep MC SUV Club 3301 Annapolis Rd Baltimore, MD

April 9 – 11: Wildcats Sc Weekend - 14th Anniversary Wildcats Social Club 14th ANNIVERSARY / 2nd TROPHY PARTY When: Meet and Greet at host hotel 8pm-1am Where: Comfort Inn Hotel BWI (410) 789-9100 Wildcats Rate: $69.99 + tax When: Saturday: April 10, 2010 ~Trophy Party 9pm 2am Where: Patapsco Arena 3301 Annapolis Blvd Baltimore, MD 21230 Tickets $20 in adv - $25 at door Award Categories: 3rd Club thru door 5 or more Most Rep MC InState 1st Place Most Rep MC InState 2nd Place Most Rep MC Out of State 1st Place Most Rep MC Out of State 2nd Place Most Rep MC Social Club Most Rep MC Auto Club Most Rep MC SUV Club Furthest Distance Furthest Distance on 2s Contacts: TopCat Prez 240-475-3809 ~ Deebo VP 202-341-0175 ~ 1 Leg Up 484-951-5549 * Free Food While It Last * Free Setups * 50/50 * Raffle Tickets *Special Guest DJ * BYOL * BYOB 3301 Annapolis Rd Baltimore, MD

April 10: ABATE of Calvert County, Spring Scrabble Run Sponsored by ABATE of Calvert County The ride starts at Traders Restaurant in Chesapeake Beach. Registration starts at 10:00 am and the last bike goes out at 11:00 am. The ride fee is $7.00. Riders will Play Scrabble on this Run. Each stop gets you tiles. For more information call (410) 286-3147 Chesapeake Beach, MD

April 17: St Michaels Fire Dept Build A Rita Poker Run Poker run to benefit the St. Michaels Fire Department. Includes: "Build a Rita" along the ride. Get the "parts" to build your perfect Margarita, booze at the finish to complete it! Food, music, fun and games finish off a perfect day! Registration starts at 10 am, last bike out at 12 noon. Rain date: April 24 1001 S. Talbot St. Michaels, MD

April 18: Police and Fire Ride For Lymphoma Police Escorted Ride through Scenic Baltimore County. Please join us this year. 8845 Pulaski Hwy Baltimore, MD

April 24: 5th Annual Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Poker Run Sponsored by Renegade Classics Registration will begin at 10:00 am at Renegade Classics 131 Central Sq. Drive in Prince Frederick. The fee is $20.00 per hand. The ride ends with music. For more information call (301) 855-1999, Prince Frederick, MD

April 25: Spring Bike Show ABATE of MD, Inc. Baltimore-Harford Chapter Registration begins 10am Last Bike registered at 2pm $10.00 per bike entered Judging begins 2:30pm Trophies and Awards at 4:00pm Antonios Bar and Restaurant Several Bike Show Classes! Peoples Choice 50/50 CASH Prize! Earlier registration possible more money in your bucket! Most money in the bucket WINS! (Each bike that is registered will be a bucket placed in front of their bike. If someone likes this particular bike, or you want a particular bike to win, they put money in that bucket. The bike with the most money in it at the end of the day wins half of ALL money collected from ALL buckets.) MUSIC, FOOD, and FUN 9610 Pulaski Hwy Baltimore, MD

Ohio

April 24: Holt BMW Spring Open House. Holt BMW, Athens, OH, invites everyone to join them from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM to celebrate BMW Motorcycles. Athens, OH

April 25: Rally for the Troops, Sponsored by American Legion Riders The ride starts at Post 627 Newburgh Heights, 3935 East 42nd Street in Newburgh Heights. The ride starts at 10:30 am. The ride will end with a Ceremony. Newburgh Heights, OH