CLEARWATER - Second Annual Suncoast Animal League Poker Run. 10am-Noon Registration at Fletchers Harley-Davidson, 17129 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, ph 727-535-1844. MAP “Kickstands up” and “engines on” between 10AM and noon. Scorecards are $10 for 1 or $25 for 3 which includes our fantastic event logo patch (while supplies last). Both cars and motorcycles are welcome to join this poker run. Participants will travel to five locations in Pinellas County to draw their cards. Stops include: Crabby Bill’s, Cop Shop, Tilted Kilt, and Eddie’s Bar and Grill. The last stop will be at Captain Jack’s, located off Alternate US 19, Tarpon Springs (21 Oscar Hill Rd on the scenic Anclote River). Prizes for the best, second and worst hands - plus there will be “pot luck” drawings for those not winning a big prize. Come for the after party even if you can’t attend the poker run. There will be live music, food and drink specials, silent auctions, raffles, vendors and fun at the after party which is being held at Captain Jack’s, a dog friendly, waterfront venue - beginning after 4PM. Prize packages include a Lightning Ticket/Dinner package, Multipark Disney tickets, and a 3 day stay at a Captiva Island Resort. While you are at the “after party” you can meet Tony from Full Throttle Magazine and have your photo taken with Harley the Motorcycle Dog, or Suncoast’s Mascot, George the Goose. All money raised will benefit the homeless, abused and abandoned animals at the “no-time limit” Suncoast Animal League, a non-profit shelter located in Palm Harbor, info www.SuncoastAnimalLeague.org or call 727-786-1330. FLYER

FT MYERS - 11th Annual Bikers For Babies. Starts on 11/4/2011 and ends on 11/6/2011. 6pm at North Collier Regional Water Park, 15000 Livingston Road. MAP Three day event culminating in a 35-mile law-enforcement escorted ride from North Collier Regional Water Park (Naples) to H-D Ft. Myers (H-DFM). Pre-registration all weekend long or sign up on line at www.bikersforbabies.org. Reg. $30/rider, $20/passenger, pin for each. Events include 6-10pm Friday / 10am-10pm Saturday Bike Nights at H-D of Ft Myers, Battle of the Bands. Sunday Bikers for Babies Ride9-10:45am Registration, 11am sharp kickstands up from N. Collier Regional Water Park. The escorted ride takes you along Bonita Beach, Fort Myers Beach, up McGregor Boulevard and across Colonial to Harley-Davidson of Fort Myers. Vendors, refreshments, live entertainment and much more all weekend, info Regina Toops 239-433-3463, E-mail rtoops@marchofdimes.com. www.bikersforbabiesflorida.com.


LAKELAND - Roscoe's 26th Annual Chili Challenge. Starts on 11/3/2011 and ends on 10/6/2011. 8AM Gates open on Thursday at Roscoe's Farm, 5320 Shady Oak Dr. N., ph 863 858 6249. MAP $50 Person weekend admission, $35 Saturday only. Chili cooking begins Saturday morning at 8AM, November 5th, 2011. Samples will be taken for judging at NOON. All chili to be distributed after 12:00 pm with FREE BEER! All chili MUST be cooked on site. Chili Cooking Will Be Judged On: BEST TASTING In Both Hot and Mild class. $20 Registration & FREE Apron. ADULTS ONLY - No Exceptions. This event has been proclaimed Florida's best "adults only" party check it out, info and vendor registration 863 858 6249. www.RoscoesChiliChallenge.com. FLYER

OCALA - Steel Horse Stampede. 8am Registration starts at Hospice of Marion County, 3231 SW 34th Avenue, ph 352-854-5218. MAP Ride starts at 10:00am, price is $20.00/rider and $15.00/passenger. Hospice of Marion County’s Annual Steel Horse Stampede, a Motorcycle Run, is held every November to honor veterans and National Hospice Month. Event features a light breakfast, followed by 55 mile Marion County Sheriff escorted ride, lunch by Tommy’s BBQ, 50 door prizes and entertainment by the Nightshift Band. Proceeds help to provide care and support to patients and families of Hospice of Marion County, info Karen or Jenny 352-854-5218. www.HospiceOfMarion.com.


PALM COAST - 2nd Annual Palm Coast Seafood Festival. Starts on 11/5/2011 and ends on 11/6/2011. 11am Gates open at Central Park at Town Center. $3 Admission, free for kids 12 and under. Festival times: 12-9pm Saturday, 12-6pm on Sunday. Main stage show times Saturday 6pm, Sunday 3pm. Daily dog shows: 12:30, 2:30, & 4:30, National crab racing all day, fireworks Saturday night, Margarita Village & Raw Bar. Big variety of craft beers and tropical Pango Rum Runners, arts & crafts, antique car show, RC boat racing, carnival rides & midway, info 386-986-2341. www.beach927.com. FLYER

PLANT CITY - Plant City Bike Fest. 5-9pm in Historic Downtown Plant City, 102 N. Palmer St. MAP Held the first Saturday of every month. Featuring great music, food & vendors, 50/50 drawing, & a great opportunity to visit the Downtown shops with the whole family. For attendees admission & parking is FREE. For show participants entry fee is only $5.00 for each category entered, register bike between 5pm-7pm, info 813-754-3707. www.PlantCity.org.

NEW PORT RICHEY - 6th Annual Fun Run. 10:00am Registration starts at Recycled Cycle, Inc., 6837 SR 54, (Tanglewood Plaza), New Port Richey, FL 34653, ph 727-815-1900. MAP Donation: $15 for rider, $10 for passenger Best Hand $250, Worst Hand $50. Open to Two & Four Wheels Starts at Recycled Cycle, Inc. First Bike Out 10:30am, Last Out at 11:00am & Last Bike in at 2:30pm. Second Stop: Beef O' Brady's, Land O' Lakes; Third Stop: On Q Smokehouse Grill, St. Leo; Fourth Stop: Mid-Way Farm & Ranch Supply, Land O' Lakes. Last Stop: the new Beef O'Brady's at 14851 SR 52 in Hudson. Lots of Door Prizes, Raffles, 50/50 & Live D.J. Bike Show with Trophy Awards, info Kathi 727-774-2418 or 813-794-2418, kmaszkie@pasco.k12.fl.us. http://RecycledCycle.com

OCALA - Harley-Davidson of Ocala 14th Anniversary Party. Starts on 11/5/2011 and ends on 11/6/2011. At Ocala H-D, 5331 N US Hwy 441, ph 352-732-8408. MAP Fun, food, live music by Rick Magee & the Roadhouse Rockers, ice cold beverages, bike games, vendors, biker drive-in night, for info on events and times, e-mail info@hdocala.com. www.hdocala.com FLYER


OCALA - 8th Annual Steel Horse Stampede. 8am Registration starts at Hospice of Marion County Education Center, 3231 SW 34th Avenue, ph 352-854-5218. MAP $20 rider and $15 passenger, 10am start time. The donation includes two meals – a light breakfast and a barbeque lunch catered by Tommy’s BBQ following the ride, plus 50 door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and entertainment by the NIGHTSHIFT Band. The event serves as a fundraiser to benefit patient care at Hospice of Marion County, Inc. Last year, 255 riders raised more than $16,000 at this event. Participants may pre-register by calling (352) 854-5218 or register the day of the event. Participants will take a 55-mile ride through Marion County, escorted by Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Along the way are scheduled stops at each of the four Hospice Houses, ride info 352-854-5218. or to inquire about the many services Hospice of Marion County has to offer, call (352) 873-7400. www.HospiceOfMarion.com. FLYER

TAMPA - Fallen Firefighters Survivors Foundation Memorial Ride In. 8am Registration begins at Santiago Choppers, 6102 Adamo Dr E, Tampa, FL 33619, ph 813-671-9097. MAP 9:30am Kickstands up for an escorted ride to the Florida State Fairgrounds for the 1st Annual Fire Fest. $5 Parking fee required by State Fairgrounds to be paid at registration, info Sherri Lang 863-287-8021. www.ffsfusa.org. FLYER

TAMPA - Florida's 1st Annual 2011 Fire Fest. 10am-6pm at Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 N US Hwy 301, Tampa, FL 33610 MAP $15 Adults, $5 for the kids, $5 Parking fee required by State Fairgrounds. Come out for a fun filled day of everything FIRE!. Join us as we bring you the best of the best of Florida's Fire Service. Bucket Brigade Games, Pipes and Drums Competition, Live Music, Antique Fire Truck Show, Fallen Firefighters Survivors Foundation Memorial Ride In and Bike Show, Kids Zone with Smokey Bear and friends, side by side burns, automobile extrication demo, collectors swap corner, benefits Fallen Fighter Survivors Foundation, info www.ffsfusa.org. FLYER