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CALLAHAN -  5th Annual Black Cowboys & Cowgirls Festival.  Starts on 7/03/2008 and ends on 7/06/2008.   12-9pm at  The Last Chance Ranch, 55059 Spencerville Road, ph 904-507-2987.  Map Link   Events include a trail ride on the beach, concert Artist, raffle giveaway, crab boil, kiddies area, family games, auto giveaway, Bike Show and more admission is $10. We are looking for vendors for more information the best way to contact is by email . Special rate at the Travel Lodge Inn and Suites at $50 a night. It's normally $100 ask for Lisa 904-741-4600 just tell her you want the cowboy special. If you want to camp or bring an RV you stay at the ranch it's FREE, info: Ella 904-507-2987, sweetblkcowgirl@aol.com.

PLANT CITY -  Plant City Bike Fest.       5:00-9:00pm in historic downtown Plant City, 1st Saturday of every month. The historic Plant City Train Depot will be filled with spectators enjoying food, live entertainment, 50/50 and biker games. The roar of motorcycles will fill the air as the district turns into a two-wheeler’s paradise for the Bike Fest, emceed by Radical Randy. Admission is free, 5-7pm bike show registration, along with the rumblings of thousands of motorcycles, attendees will get to enjoy live bands, vendors and shopping in the downtown district, info The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce, 813-754-3707 Website: http://plantcitybikefest.com/    Downtown Plant City Train Depot,  102 N Palmer St   SEE MAP

SARASOTA -  Motorcycle "Grand prix Souvenir Ride".   9am Registration at VFW Post 3233, 124 S. Tuttle Avenue.  First Bike Out 9:30am, last bike out 10:30am, $10 Registration per rider & passenger.  Ride Ends at Powerboats By The Bay / Centennial Park.  Riders will be able to create their own “Festival Souvenir”, Food and beverages will be available for purchase at registration, info Bonnie Jackson, 941-371-8820, ext 1123, bonnie.jackson@thefloridacenter.org.   Web Site:  www.suncoastoffshore.org.

SARASOTA -  People's Choice Bike Show.   1-3pm at Van Wezel Parking Lot, Centennial Park on 10th St.  $15 Registration fee, 3:30pm trophies for 1st place in the following categories:  Stock H-D Touring, Custom H-D Touring, Stock H-D Cruiser, Custom H-D Cruiser,  Vintage (Pre 1984),  Metric Touring, Metric Cruiser, Custom (Chopper Class) Note: Stock or Custom is decided by amount of chrome, paint and modifications, info Bonnie Jackson, 941-371-8820, ext 1123, bonnie.jackson@thefloridacenter.org.   Web Site:  www.suncoastoffshore.org.

TAMPA BAY AREA -  Born to Ride Television, WTTA MYTV 38:  Every Sunday Night at 11:30 PM.

WEBSTER -  Webster Westside Cycle Show & Car Swap Meet.   8am at Webster Flea Market, 516 NW 3rd St, Webster FL 33597.  SEE MAP  Bike & Car Swap Meet & Show open 8am - 3pm the 1st Sunday of every month rain or shine. Admission $4, children under 14 FREE. Show & Corral (for sale by owner) registration $7.50. Vendors welcome: outside 15' x 30' spaces $15; inside 10' x 10' spaces $10, info Jackie Smith 800-832-3477, reservations 352-628-4656. cyclemeet@aol.com.  Web Site:  www.cyclemeet.com OR www.websterautoswap.net.

BRANDON -  Old Town H-D Monthly Bike Night.   6-9pm, Brandon Harley-Davidson, 9841 Adamo Dr  SEE MAP every 2nd Thursday each month.   Live music, cold beer, great food, Bike Show; $10 entry fee: Classic, Custom, Touring, Sport, Ladies, Trike, Best Paint, Best Theme, Best of Show - all brands welcome, emceed by Radical Randy, on-site Smokehouse BBQ & Grill restaurant, info 813-740-9898. Aug 14, Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11. Website: http://www.oldtownharleydavidson.com/.  SEE FLYER

ORLANDO -  Harleys & Hot Rods.   6-10pm at Historic Orlando Harley-Davidson,  3770 37th Street, ph 407-423-0346.  Map Link  Second Friday of every month. Free draft beer! Sonny's BBQ on site. Pin stripping by Miguel. Vendors wanted. DJ on site playing 50's-80's music. Prizes, raffles, winners every time. Bring out your bike or Hot Rod and join the fun!  Info Ray Gilbert 407-467-0462.  Web Site: www.OrlandoHarley.com. Flyer Link  Future event August 8th.

BRANDON -  Christmas in July Toy Run.   9-11am Registration at Brandon Harley-Davidson, 9841 Adamo Dr  SEE MAP . This is a charity toy run for all bikers going to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa. The kids need toys all year long, not just during the holidays. Sign up from 9am till 11am with kickstands up at 11am sharp. Cost is $10 and a new unwrapped toy. Kids will be outside waiting for us to pull up. Lets show them what bikers can do!  Info 813-814-1424, tonyc@fullthrottleusa.com. Website:  http://www.oldtownharleydavidson.com/

LAKELAND -  Biker Bash For Cancer, Race for the Cure.  1pm at The BoonDocks Bar, 8515 US Hwy 98 north, 33809,  ph (863) 604-4468. SEE MAP  Live Band & D/J, Bike Games-weenie bite, slow race, balloon toss and 50/50, pole dance competition, frozen t-shirt comp, horse shoes ,lots of prizes for raffle donated by area bike dealers and retailers, food, cold beer, cocktails,100% all proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Race for the cure, info John (863) 604- 4468.

LAKE WALES -  Lake Wales Bike Fest.  4pm at Historic Downtown Lake Wales, corner of Stuart Ave & Parke Avenue. SEE MAP  Meet us in the Middle....Come to the Cross Hairs of Hwy 60 and Hwy 27. DJ Johnny Roberts, 100/100 Cash Giveaway, Vendors, Kidz Zone, Bike Show, Free Admission. Downtown Shops and Restuarants Open Late. Held on the second Saturday of each month. Sponsored by Lake Wales Main Street, the City Of Lake Wales, Sky Powersports, Florida Refuse, Florida’s Natural, Focus magazine, and the Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce, info Todd Hammond (863) 676-2004.

SARASOTA -  Sons of Silence Christmas Party in July.  1:00pm at Sons of Silence Clubhouse, 302 Houle Ave. SEE MAP  Entry $10 or $5 with a new, packaged toy,  toys to be donated to the Toys for Tots. Live Music 2:00-6:00pm, Steak Dinner,  Beer, Drinks, 50/50 Drawing.  (Rain Date Saturday July 19, 2008).

TAMPA -  VFW Post 424 Swap Meet & Yard Sale.  8am at VFW Post 424, 105 W. Broad Street, ph 813-237-3183. SEE MAP  $10 for outside table or $15 for inside table with air conditioning.  Must reserve and pay for table by July 5th, by calling Larry Coker 813-447-2957 or VFW Post 424 at 813-237-3183. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit veterans in our community, info Larry 813-447-2957, coker_larry_t@yahoo.com.

ZEPHYRHILLS -  Car & Bike Show. 10am-8pm at A Team Cycles, Inc., 5026 Gall Blvd (US 301), ph 813-783-3013. See Map  Lots of door prizes, 50/50 raffle at 7:30pm, info 813-788-3663.  Web Site:  www.ateamcycles.com.  Flyer Link

SARASOTA -  Will's Honkytonk BTR Magazine Cover Shoot.  1:00 pm at Will's Honkytonk,  5748 Swift Road.  See Map  Come out and get on the cover of BTR Magazine at Will's Honkeytonk - "A sunny spot for shady people".  Also August 24th Will's Honkytonk will be having a Party and a HOG ROAST, info 941-923-7392.  Web Site:  www.willshonkytonk.com.  Flyer Link


SEMINOLE -  Rock Out Cancer Benefit for Theresa Winters.  2pm at Boomerz, 6990 Seminole Blvd, ph 727-329-9299.  SEE MAP  Come party with The Greg Billings Band ,Sean Chambers, Southern Snow, Rebel Pride & More for this Benefit for our friend Theresa.  You all know her, she rides everywhere! We love her! Full Liquor Air conditioned bar! Great Food, 50/50, auction. A $5 donation gets you in, Lets show her our love! She's one of us! Rider Now Productions Photo Shoot by Valerie Smith.  Please call Valerie if you want donated items picked up if you can't attend the benefit at 352-598-6222, e-mail valerie@ridernowproductions.com.   Boomerz Web Site: http://profile.myspace.com.   Flyer Link 

DELAND -  Poker Run Benefit for Nathan Wasley.  10-11am Registration at OB's, 1750 N Woodland Blvd, ph  (386) 943-9600‎.  Map Link  First bike/car out at 10am last bike out by 11am, $10.00 entry fee, starts and ends at OB’s with stops at Dales Ales, Shots (formerly Cheers), H2 Bar, final stop at OB’s with live music by Dirty Sanchez at 3pm. BBQ, 50/50, raffle, silent auction. Nathan was taken from us suddenly and this benefit is to help the family with the funeral costs, info Nicole 386-848-0435 scorpio80kg@hotmail.com.

EAST PALATKA -  Putnam Fairgrounds 3rd Sunday Swap & Show.  8am Gates open at Putnam Fairgrounds, 117 Yelvington Rd, ph (352) 505-8287.  Map Link  8am-3pm the 3rd Sunday of every month rain or shine. General admission $4, children under 14 free, Show & Corral registration free with paid admission. Vendors welcome: Outside 15' x 30' spaces $20 when reserved, $25 day of show; inside 10' x 10' spaces $15 when reserved, $20 day of show. Info Dan Reid & reservations call toll-free using your area code: (904) 425-9898, (386) 868-3727, (352) 505-8287, (407) 412-9429, (321) 441-3874. Web Site:  www.floridaswapmeet.com.

OKEECHOBEE -  Bikini bike Pool Party.  Noon at Pier 2 Resort, 2200 US Hwy 441 SE, ph 863-763-8003. SEE MAP  Every 2nd Sunday, Wet-T & bikini contest, 50/50, prizes, music by Lucky and the Drifters and Showtime Entertainment, bike contest, vendors food, drinks, vendor info 772-224-9034.  Web Site:  www.pier2resort.com.

YOUR TOWN -  17th Annual Ride to Work Day.  Ride your motorcycle or scooter on this day to demonstrate:  The number of motorcyclists to the general public and to politicians. That motorcyclists are from all occupations and all walks of life. That motorcyclists can reduce traffic and parking congestion in large cities. That motorcycles are for transportation as well as recreation. That motorcycling is a social good.  Web Site:  www.ridetowork.org.

CLEARWATER -  Ride for Hunger.  5-7pm Registration at Quaker Steak& Lube, 10400 N. 49th St, ph 727-572-WING (9464).   SEE MAP   10 cans of food or $10 or any combination. Together we can help end local hunger. Good people, cool music, hot bikes, hot cars, vendors and a &10 bike wash (free detail with 10 cans of food). Last bike out of Quaker Steak at 7pm to the 2nd stop. Run will end at Biff Burger (stops in between). All stops will have giveaways. This is a mystery run. Vendors and sponsors welcome. This event benefits local charities and pantry, info Karen, 727-586-2170. Web Site: www.gulfcoastcharityevent.com.

EAST PALATKA -  Putnam Fairgrounds 3rd Sunday Swap & Show.  8am Gates open at Putnam Fairgrounds, 117 Yelvington Rd, ph (386) 868-3727.  Map Link  Open 8am-3pm the 3rd Sunday of every month rain or shine. Admission $4, children under 14 FREE. Show & Corral (for sale by owner) registration FREE with paid admission. Vendors welcome: outside 15' x 30' spaces $20 when reserved, $25 day of show; inside 10' x 10' spaces $15 when reserved, $20 day of show. Info & reservations call toll-free using your area code: (904) 425-9898, (386) 868-3727, Dan Reid (352) 505-8287, (407) 412-9429, (321) 441-3874, e-mail  floridaswaps@aol.com.  Web Site:  www.floridaswapmeet.com.

SARASOTA -  Body Effects Tattoo Block Party.  1 pm  at Body Effects Tattoo II, 5131 N Tamiami Trail, ph 941-355-1777.  $50 Tattoos, $15 Piercings including jewelry, 99 cents Beer, 99 cents Pizza, Live Bands. Plenty of bike parking. 1 pm till whenever, info: Jim, 813-431-0765, doublehung2001@yahoo.com.

JENNINGS -  Cooter Jacks 1st Anniversary Party.  9:30am at Cooter Jacks, Hwy 41.  Sign up at 9:30, last bike out at 10:45. Stops include: Sonny & Joes, Moes (Jasper, FL), Big Oaks, and Hammer Heads (Live Oak, FL), Tip Toe Inn, 53 (Madison, FL ) DJ's ( Lee FL), then final stop at Cooter Jacks for Food and Fun. Celebrate the 1st Anniversity of Cooter Jacks. 50/50 Raffle. $10 hand or 3 for $25, info Linda Buckley 229 251 6632, rrogerstoy@aol.com.

PALMETTO -  Salute to Freedom Run.  10am at Peggy's Corral, 4511 US 41 North, ph 941-729-5442.  SEE MAP  This is Part of the Great American Biker Bash Weekend.  Ride for Freedom on Saturday--1st 200 receive a Free T-Shirt, 1/2 the 10.00 entry fee goes to shipping fees of 10.95 per box. Vendors Welcome for 26 & 27th of July, $25.00 set up fee. Music and Food on Premises. Official Flag Ceremony Sunday @ 4:30 pm. Please support this event with non perishable items call 941-447-9609, info Debbie 941-729-5442, e-mail peggyscorral1@gmail.com.   Web Site:  www.peggyscorral.net.  Flyer Link  Items needed to send to Troops:  SNACK FOODS - gum, twizzlers, slim jims, starburst, fruit snacks, sunflower seeds, roasted peanuts, cashews, cheese & crackers, animal crackers, propel powder packs, gatorade powder packs, crystal light powder packs, ritz crackers, peanut butter, cookies. PERSONAL ITEMS - handi wipes, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, stationary, pens, toothpaste, toothbrush, combs, brushes, deodorant, puzzles, crosswords, chapstick.

PALMETTO -  BTR's Great American Bike Bash for the Troops.  Noon at Peggy's Corral, 4511 US 41 North, ph 941-729-5442.  SEE MAP  Fill up the big white truck with items for the troops & see Peggy's new Flag.  10 Class bike show sponsored by USA Fence, we are looking for the most patriotic bike for a BTR TV & Magazine Feature.  Ken Flynt in concert, Woody's BBQ,  ICE Cold Budweiser, All Bikes welcome.  This event sponsored by Born to Ride, Budweiser, Peggy's Corral, S & S Kustoms.  Don't miss this party to Celebrate America & our Freedom, info Debbie 941-729-5442.  Web Site:  www.peggyscorral.net.  Items nedded to send to Troops:  SNACK FOODS - gum, twizzlers, slim jims, starburst, fruit snacks, sunflower seeds, roasted peanuts, cashews, cheese & crackers, animal crackers, propel powder packs, gatorade powder packs, crystal light powder packs, ritz crackers, peanut butter, cookies. PERSONAL ITEMS - handi wipes, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, stationary, pens, toothpaste, toothbrush, combs, brushes, deodorant, puzzles, crosswords, chapstick.

PUNTA GORDA to SARASOTA -  Poker Run for Rick Robinson.  Noon 1st Bike out from Slip Knot.  1:00pm last bike out, 3:30pm last bike in at Will's Honkytonk, 5748 Swift Road  See Map.  Ride to benefit downed biker Rick Robinson. Refreshments, drawings, prizes and music. Sponsored by the American Legion Riders Gulf Coast Chapter, info Will's Honkytonk 941-923-7392 .  Web Site:  www.willshonkytonk.com.

LEESBURG -  Gator H-D 15th Year Anniversary & First Saturday Bash.   10am-4pm  at Gator Harley-Davidson, 1745 HWY 441, ph 352-787-8050 X 21. SEE MAP  Come and join us for lots and lots of fun - Music, food, beverages, vendors, bike wash,  Gator Gals, Raffle, $1.00 a chance for Safety Gear - winner to be announced at 3:00pm, info: Peggy 352 787 8050 x 21.  Web Site: www.gatorharley.com.

FT MYERS -  6th Annual Jim Perno Memorial Ride.  10-11am Registration at H-D of Ft. Myers, 2160 Colonial Blvd. $25/rider, $5/passenger incl patch for rider. Post run bash at Cap’n Fishbone’s at The Shell Factory, DJ, 50/50, $4 pitchers and BBQ available.  All fund raisers with a minimum of $1,600 in sponsorship dollars will receive an MDA / Harley 105th Anniversary leather jacket. First Runner up, with a minimum of $ 1K in sponsorship dollars will receive a $500 H-D Ft Myers gift card. H-D Ft Myers gift card prizes for best , 2nd best and worst poker hands, info 239-699-4835.

ST PETERSBURG -  Lil Guys School Supply Observation Run. 9:00am Registration at Jim's Harley-Davidson, 2805 54th Ave N, ph 727-698-0078.  SEE MAP  Help the children get back to school with the supplies they need! Sign up and departure from Jim's Harley-Davidson. More details coming soon, info 727-526-Jims, e-mail activities@flgchog.com.  Web Site: www.flgchog.com.

► STURGIS, SD -  68th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.   Starts on 8/04/2008 and ends on 8/10/2008.   The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has grown to become one of the oldest, largest and greatest motorcycle events. Enthusiasts are drawn to the unique combination of scenic riding, entertainment, camaraderie with fellow bikers and a Main Street atmosphere like no other. The Rally experience is all about the ride-  the Black Hills are truly beyond all expectations. I hope you will return to enjoy the Sturgis "experience" again and again . 605-720-0800, info@sturgismotorcyclerally.com  Website: http://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com/

ORLANDO -  Harleys & Hot Rods.   6-10pm at Historic Orlando Harley-Davidson,  3770 37th Street, ph 407-423-0346.  Map Link  Second Friday of every month. Free draft beer! Sonny's BBQ on site. Pin stripping by Miguel. Vendors wanted. DJ on site playing 50's-80's music. Prizes, raffles, winners every time. Bring out your bike or Hot Rod and join the fun!  Info Ray Gilbert 407-467-0462.  Web Site: www.OrlandoHarley.com. Flyer Link 

TAMPA -  Rockin Rob's 5th Annual Fun Run.  9:00am at Hennessy's, 127 Forrest Lake Blvd, ph (813) 854-2255.   Map Link, Poker hands are $10 each or 3 for $25. 100% of registration money goes into the prize pool. This is a true By Bikers, For Bikers event. No corporate BS! Last years winner took home $560.00! All hands not winning the poker run are automatically entered into the FREE raffle prize drawing. Sponsor/supporters still wanted. Sponsored in part by Fletcher's Clearwater Beach Harley-Davidson, info badandy@livetorideflorida.com. Website:  www.livetorideflorida.com.  Flyer Link

BRANDON -  Old Town H-D Monthly Bike Night.   6-9pm, Brandon Harley-Davidson, 9841 Adamo Dr  SEE MAP every 2nd Thursday each month.   Live music, cold beer, great food, Bike Show; $10 entry fee: Classic, Custom, Touring, Sport, Ladies, Trike, Best Paint, Best Theme, Best of Show - all brands welcome, emceed by Radical Randy, on-site Smokehouse BBQ & Grill restaurant, info 813-740-9898. Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11. Website: http://www.oldtownharleydavidson.com/.

TAMPA -  5 Chapter Charity Poker Run. 8am Registration starts at Motorsports of Tampa, 13521 N. Florida Ave. SEE MAP  Gold Wing Road Riders Association 5 Chapter Charity Poker for the Cookson Hill Toy Run. Proceeds to assist with special needs patients which are supported by the annual Toy Run. Kick stands up at 8am and last bike out at 10am with last bike in at 3:30pm. Cash prizes for best and worst hand along with door prizes and 50/50, info: Rick, 813-943-5231, rmbuck@tampabay.rr.com.  Web Site: www.fl1l2.com.  FLYER LINK

NEW PORT RICHEY -   VNV M/C & LV M/C Bikers for Paralyzed Vets.  Noon to 5 PM at Bourbon Street Night Club, 4331 US Highway 19, ph 727-843-0686.   H Chapter's annual fund raiser for the benefit of our paralyzed veterans. Admission $10 with all proceeds going to help paralyzed veterans. Vendors, prizes and live music. Come out and support our troops, info Tahan 727-359-1361, e-mail mnc5@tamapbay.rr.com.

SARASOTA -  Will's Honkytonk Party. 1pm at Will's Honkytonk, 5748 Swift Road.  See Map  Will's is having a big party with a HOG ROAST.  Also BTR Magazine will be on site to shoot and film the event, be there don't miss it.  "A sunny spot for shady people", info 941-923-7392.  Web Site:  www.willshonkytonk.com.

TAMPA -  11th Annual Calvary Charge for Children - Buffalo Soldiers MC.   Starts on 8/29/2008 and ends on 8/31/2008.    Friday, August 29, Registration 3-10 pm at The Westshore Hotel (1200 N. Westshore Blvd - Tampa), $35 per person: Meet and Greet at The Cotton Club (2502 N. Albany Ave - Tampa). Saturday, August 30, Picnic 12-4pm at Old Town H-D (9841 E. Adamo Dr. - Tampa): Dance 9pm-2am at Letter Carrier's Hall (3003 W. Cypress St. - Tampa). Sunday, August 30, Blessing of the Bikes 8:30 a.m. The Westshore Parking lot, info Roy Nixon 813-767-2401, president@bsmcflorida.com, Sam Phelan 813-713-0717  vicepresident@bsmcflorida.com. Web Site:  http://bmscflorida.com.

BRADENTON -  9-11 Remembrance Ride. 5pm Registration starts at Manatee River Harley-Davidson, 624 67th Street Circle East, Bradenton, FL 34208.  SEE MAP  2nd Annual 9-11 Remembrance RIDE starting at Manatee River Harley-Davidson in Bradenton, 6:15pm ride departs and ending at The Wing House on US 41 in Bradenton. More information to follow but make plans to come out and REMEMBER 9-11 and honor all the fallen heroes, info Steve, my03fatboy@tampabay.rr.com.  Web Site:  www.manateeriverharleydavidson.com/.  Flyer Link 

INGLIS -  End of Summer Blowout.   Starts on 9/12/2008 and ends on 9/14/2008.    Starts Friday 5pm at Scooterhaven,  19350 SE Butler Road.  Map Link  18 & over only event. Multi-class bike show with trophies, wet t-shirt, bare buns and many more adult games. Live bands TBA. $10.00 per person includes primitive camping for weekend, $2.00 beer and reasonably price food. Info and Vendors contact Blondie 351-518-9494, info Blondie 352-518-9494.

ZEPHYRHILLS -  Music and Motorcycles.  4-9pm at Downtown Zephyrhills.  SEE MAP  Multiple Class Ride In Bike Show with Trophies & Cash Prizes, Huge Variety of Merchandise Vendors, Live Band, Food Court, Beer, Event T-shirts, Family Friendly; For Hotel Discounts or any questions call 813-780-1414, e-mail  mszi@verizpn.net, .  Website:  www.mainstreetzephyrhills.org/. 

MIAMI to KEY WEST -  Phil Peterson's Key West 36th Poker Run.   Starts on 9/19/2008 and ends on 9/21/2008.    Sign up at either Peterson's H-D Miami and South Stores, North Store - 19400 NW 2nd Ave. OR  South Store - 19825 S Dixie Highway.  Begins Friday, September 19th at 8:00 a.m., and ends in Key West on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. We request a $10 donation per hand.  Huge Bike Riders Association Bike Show benefits Diabetes Research Institute & Key West Sunrise Rotary Club, info 305-235-4023   For lodging info 800-881-7321, 305-292-5000.  Parking on Duval St available with purchase of commemorative wrist band for $5.  All FL state laws on mufflers & noise will be enforced.  Websites: http://www.harleymiami.com/ &  www.petersonskeywestpokerrun.com/.

GAINESVILLE -  4th Annual Love Run.  10am Registration at Gainesville Harley-Davidson, 4125 NW 97th Blvd (I-75 exit #390), ph 352-331-6363.  $10 per rider includes food, raffles & door prizes at each stop, 11am kickstands up with stops at West End Liquors, Knuckleheadz, Cole's 4 Corners, 4pm ends at Munegin's with party, music and food, proceeds to Girl Scouts of Gateway Council for Summer Camp, info Karen 386-965-4800.

PANAMA CITY -  8th Annual Autumn Thunder Beach Rally.  Starts on 9/25/2008 and ends on 9/28/2008.  9am-11pm at Panama City Beach.  The most Biker Friendly Free Rally in the U.S.A!  A 4-Day Motorcycle Rally on the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches, Panama City Beach, Florida. There are no gates, no admission fees and no parking fees. We have over 175 vendors & exhibitors at 5 venues with contests and live entertainment throughout the days and evenings. Activities include a Bike Parade, Miss Thunder Beach Contest, Poker Runs, Wet T-shirt contests, Motorcycle Stunt shows, Tattoo Contest, Bike Show with category judging, Bikini contests, Biker games, a Thunder Beach Merchandise tent at each venue and much more, info 850-249-7627, e-mail  info@thunderbeachproductions.com  Web Site:  www.thunderbeachproductions.com.

AUBURNDALE -  Mike & Yvonne's 2nd Annual Biker Bash.  10am Poker Run, $20 per bike, $10 per rider, 11am last bike out.  Bash 1-8pm at 364 Recker Highway.  SEE MAP  $10 person donation is appreciated, 3-8pm Live music by Un04-Giv'n, free hamburgers, hot dogs, beer & more while it lasts.  6pm Bike show with trophies - American Cruiser, Sportster, Metric Cruiser, Custom, Best in Show.  50/50, Wet-T contest with $100 to the winner, benefits Life and Kidz (associated with Polk County Sheriff's Dept), vendors wanted & welcome, info Mike 863-559-4252.  FLYER LINK

PALMETTO -  2nd Annual Privateers Poker Run.   10am Start at Peggy's Corral, 4511 US Hwy 41, Palmetto, Fl, ph 941-720-0426.  Map Link   Annual Anna Maria Island Privateers Poker Run. Come be a pirate for a day! All money goes to scholarships for local students. Stops include Peggy's, Skalawags, Sarasota Sailing Club, Skippers, The Distellery and back to Peggy's. $15 one hand, two for $20. Food and music back at Peggy's. Come see the pirate ship! Non-For-Profit organization, info Ron 941-720-0426.  Web Sites: www.amiprivateers.org and www.peggyscorral.net.

VENICE -  Snook Haven Pre-Biketoberfest Bash.   Noon at Snook Haven Fish Camp, 5000 E. Venice Ave, Venice, FL, 34292 (I-75, exit #191), SEE MAP   941-485-7221.  West Coast ABATE and Peace River Chapters come together for a Pre Biketoberfest Party. $3.00 per person, Food, Vendors, Music and More! Come on out and join us, info Mark 941-350-9211 or e-mail cynwillett@aol.com.  Web Site:  www.snookhavenretreat.com.

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SEBRING -  5th Annual Run to the Heartland.   Starts on 10/3/2008 and ends on 10/5/2008.    11am at Circle Park in Historic Downtown Sebring.  A free 3 day family friendly event with 100's of vendors, great food, live music, ride in bike show, Demonstrations by Jerry "Motorman" Paladino, Central Florida Drill Team and more. There is something for everyone with a Kids Zone, Worship in the Heartland Service on Sunday, "Frisco's Famous" ABATE poker run, self guided ride maps and so much more, info Lora Todd, 863-414-2851, loratodd@hotmail.com.   Website: www.hra-riders.com  SEE MAP 

PLANT CITY -  6th Anniversary Plant City Bike Fest.       5:00-9:00pm in historic downtown Plant City, 1st Saturday of every month. The historic Plant City Train Depot will be filled with spectators enjoying food, live entertainment, 50/50 and biker games. The roar of motorcycles will fill the air as the district turns into a two-wheeler’s paradise for the Bike Fest, emceed by Radical Randy. Admission is free, 5-7pm bike show registration, along with the rumblings of thousands of motorcycles, attendees will get to enjoy live bands, vendors and shopping in the downtown district, info The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce, 813-754-3707 Website: http://plantcitybikefest.com/    Downtown Plant City Train Depot,  102 N Palmer St   SEE MAP

BROOKSVILLE -  28th Annual Spooks 'n Scoots^®.  Starts on 10/10/2008 and ends on 10/12/2008.  Sertoma Youth Ranch,  85 Myers Rd, $25 weekend includes camping.  HCC Proudly presents the Best Biker Event in Florida (voted best by Full Throttle Magazine readers 2 years in a row!) honoring our lost Brothers and Sisters. Come enjoy this excellent camping event done "Old School" style - no commercial crap - just Bikers enjoying what we love best. Food, Vendors, Excellent Live Music, "Beauty Contest", Bike Games, 50/50, Children's Activities, and Memorial (back roads) Ride on Sunday Morning. The best bang for your buck, info Richard, 813-626-0589, beamer174@tampabay.rr.com, or patti.winter@gte.net.  Website:  http://hillsborough.abateflorida.com.

PALMETTO, BRADENTON & SARASOTA -  3rd Annual West Coast Bike Rally. Starts on 10/10/2008 and ends on 10/12/2008.   Friday night block party in Downtown Bradenton 12th St & Riverfront, Noon Saturday Biker Bash at Manatee Fairgrounds - $10 person and includes BTR Bike Show, Born to Ride TV taping and Magazine Shoot & entertainment, Sunday $10 Poker Run ending at Manatee Fairgrounds.  Sponsored by Budweiser Gold Coast Distribution and Born to Ride. Event benefits the South Florida Museum.  Website:  http://www.westcoastbikerally.com/.

SANFORD -  Sanford Bikefest. 5-11pm on Sanford's Riverwalk and Fort Mellon Park; Enjoy Live Music, Bike Contest, Stunt Show and more on the backdrop of Lake Monroe's Riverwalk in Ft. Mellon Park. Chamber of Commerce, City of Sanford, info 407-322-2212.  Web Site:  www.sanfordchamber.com

PANAMA CITY -  4th Annual Tickled Pink Breast Cancer, 9:00 AM Registration starts  at Club Flashbacks, Hwy 231 and Penny Road, ph (850) 271-2776.   The Thunder Angels of Panama City Florida 4th Annual Tickled Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Poker Run Proceeds Benefit " Making Strides Against Breast Cancer", 1st bike out at 9:00 AM,  last out at 10:30 AM, Last bike in at Club Flashback at 3:00 PM. Drawing starts at 3:30 PM, food, music, prizes and giveaways, info Barbara (850) 271-2776 or email Ncas7@aol.com.  FLYER LINK

DAYTONA BEACH -  16th Annual Biketoberfest.  Starts on 10/16/2008 and ends on 10/19/2008.   Daytona Chamber of Commerce.   Website:   http://www.biketoberfest.org/ 

 ► WESTGATE, LA -  New Orleans Bikefest.  Starts on 10/17/2008 and ends on 10/19/2008.   New Orleans Bikefest Motorcycle Rally and Music Festival will be held  at Bayou Segnette State Park in Westwego, Louisiana just outside of New Orleans.  Web Site:  www.neworleansbikefest.com.

EUSTIS -  37th Annual Central Florida Cruisers Crab Boil & Anniversary Run.  10am Regisistration at the Cruisers Clubhouse, 36864 SR 19 (located 2 miles north of Eustis). SEE MAP  AMA Sanctioned, $10 Sportsman's Run, 11:30am last out, "Ridin' the Midway" featuring a scenic ride though Lake & Seminole Counties, also ends at the Cruiser's Club House, 2:30pm last in.  $10 Crab feed, taters, corn on the bob, live music, Mark Hartman, trophies, gerat door prizes, 5/50, info Gregg at 321.689.9138 or email gpchir@aol.com.   Web Site:  www.centralfloridacruisers.com.  FLYER LINK

BROOKSVILLE -  4th Brooksville Old School Biker Rodeo.  Starts on 10/31/2008 and ends on 11/02/2008.   Bull-It Ranch, 27151 Soult Rd, ph 352-540-5123. MAP  $10 per person (Includes Camping), Benefits Disabled Veterans, OVER 18 ONLY, No Dogs, Music, Adult Games and Contests, Bike Games. Just ask anyone about the "Party in the Pasture", info DonV 352-596-3704 or J.O. 352-540-5123.  Web Site: www.scootergoods.com/

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OCALA -  5th Annual Steel Horse Stampede Run.  8-10am Registration at Hospice Education Center, 3231 SE 34th Avenue, ph 352-854-5218. Map Link   The run will be led by the Marion County Sheriff & Police Departments. $25.00 ($10.00 for 2nd rider) registration fee includes lunch by Tommy’s BBQ, door prizes, 50/50 and entertainment by the Nightshift Band. Registration begins at 8:00am, the ride starts at 10:00am. All proceeds raised from this event benefit patient care, info Karen, Suzanne or Mary Ann at 352-854-5218.  Web Site: www.hospiceofmarion.com.

CLEARWATER -  9th Annual Leigh Nolan Memorial UPARC Event.    8-11am Registration at Quaker Steak & Lube, 10400 49th Street N, ph ph 727-572-9464.   SEE MAP  We are raffling a Harley-Davidson 35th Anniversary Dyna Superglide donated by Fran Haasch! Poker Run with a $1,000.00 Grand Prize, 50/50, a Basket Raffle, and a Bike contest. We are also having a free concert at the Event that is being put on by Southern Rock's Finest Band, which are past members from Lynrd Skynrd, Molly Hatchett, Allman Brothers, and Pure Prairie League, info Roger 727-420-2152, e-mail  EventCoordinator@fbacchog.com.  Website: http://www.leighnolan.com/

SARASOTA -  Motorcycle Rodeo.  11:00am at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2926 Wilkinson Road.  Map Link  West Coast ABATE Chapter - Annual Iron Horse Motorcycle Rodeo FL State Championship. Admission $5.00 per person, Motorcycle games with BIG prizes. Some of the best riders in the state will be present. Come on out and show your motorcycle riding skills or just have fun and watch! Music, Food, Vendors and Beverages. Motorcycle Safety & Awareness classes. Rodeo begins at 2:00pm $5.00 entry, info: Mark, (941) 350-9211, cynwillett@aol.com.

LIVE OAK -  Furst Automotive Cycle Fall Jamboree.  Starts on 11/06/2008 and ends on 11/08/2008.   Spirit of Suwannee Music Park. Route 129, Hogan Entertainment. Info: 386-364-1683.

LAKELAND -  23rd Annual Roscoe's World Famous Chili Challenge.  Starts on 11/07/2008 and ends on 11/09/2008.   5320 Shady Oak Dr N, Lakeland, FL 33810, located Across the Street from Roscoe's is 5311 (white mailbox) and we have a pond in the front yard. SEE MAP  We have lots of space, probably a couple of acres.  Perfect for both parking and camping.  To reserve parking for cages & campers call 863-858-2528, self-contained motor homes only, 863-853-5292. Always begins the first Friday in November.  Web Site:  www.roscoeschilichallenge.com/.  FLYER LINK

TAMPA -  4th Annual Credit Union Cruise for Kids Motorcycle Poker Run.   We are also happy to report that once again Mr. Tony Cenzi, world class custom motorcycle builder, will be building our Signature 2008 Cruise For Kids Custom Bobber. We will be selling raffle tickets this year for our Tony Cenzi Custom Bobber motorcycle as well as a 4 day Caribbean Cruise for two. For more info go to www.creditunioncruiseforkids.com.

ZEPHYRHILLS -  Music and Motorcycles/Veterans Celebrations.  2pm Veterans parade begins at Downtown Zephyrhills.  SEE MAP  4-9pm Multiple Class Ride In Bike Show with Trophies & Cash Prizes, Huge Variety of Merchandise Vendors, Live Band, Food Court, Beer, Event T-shirts, Family Friendly; For Hotel Discounts or any questions call info Brenda Welcher, mszi@verizpn.net, 813-780-1414.  Website:  www.mainstreetzephyrhills.org/. 

SARASOTA -  11th Annual Great Teddy Bear Run.  10-11:15am Registration  at The Shoppes at University Center mall, (corner of University Parkway & I-75 exit #213).  11:30am Police escorted parade to the Sarasota Fairgrounds.  $10.00 pre-registration ($15 the day of the event) & a stuffed animal for charity, you gain entrance to the parade & event which includes your barbeque dinner, ice tea and water, benefits KIDS by the SEA, a local non-profit.  Soda & beer by the glass will be available, seating for dining both inside the Arena & outside in a huge tent with raffles, a 50/50 drawing, a people’s choice bike show, bike rodeo, vendors & live music all day. Tickets will be on sale at Rossiter’s Harley-Davidson in Sarasota by Labor Day to pre-register. The event is open to all bikers, bike clubs & the general public, sponsored by the Sarasota H.O.G. Chapter, info Donna DeFant 941-749-1778 or 800-237-9400 ext. 7005, e-mail info@rossiterharleydavidson.com. Website:  www.rossiterharleydavidson.com.

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SARASOTA -  West Coast ABATE Toy Donation Party.  12:00-4:00pm at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2926 Wilkinson Road.  Map Link  28th Annual Toy Run has been cancelled due to lack of a Police Escort! We are replacing it with a Toy Donation Party to benefit the Child Protection Center of Sarasota.  Admission $5.00 and an Unwrapped Toy, includes Food and Entertainment. Beverages Available. Join us for a day of fun and help the kids, info Mark, (941)350-9211, cynwillett@aol.com.

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