MAY 2012
2 WHEEL THUNDER
2 WHEEL THUNDER
P.O. BOX 15063
COVINGTON, KY. 41015
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May1, 2012
CMA Circuit Riders business meeting @ Frisch’s Independence, 6pm to eat, 7pm meeting starts contact John Wilson 859-
760-1751

May 5, 2012
CMA Run for the Son, 10:00am until 5:00pm Short T’s Cycle Shop & Gotta Go Potty, 8347 Dixie Highway, Florence, Ky.
$10 single $15  couple, Free meal afterwards as well as door prizes for everyone.  This is a rain or shine event No Rain
Date,  Leaves at Noon Sharp! 108-mile ride through the Kenton, Campbell & Pendleton Counties.Over the past twenty-
four years, CMA has been able to extend our outreach to millions of people throughout the world by the fruits of Run for
the Son. By giving to fellow ministries, we have been able to place the message of hope in front of the multitudes in
hundreds of other countries. In addition, Run for the Son has enabled CMA to equip the saints here in the US and all over
the world to reach the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The successful efforts of the past twenty-four years have
raised over 40.7 million dollars to help spread the Good News. Please come and help out for a good cause of winning one
heart at a time closer to GOD.

May 5, 2012
Poker Run for Biker Battling Cancer; needs help with medical expenses, travel, etc. Starts at General Butler State Park,
Carrollton, Ky (Front Entrance). Sign in: 11:00-12:00; $10 per person; food, etc. after the run. Info Tracey Reynolds  502-
525-3885,  Candy Dempsey  502-525-0687

May 5, 2012
2nd Annual Poker Run, Lady Riders Against Cancer, Registration at 9 am, Kickstands up at 10 Sharp. $10.00 per score
card. PowderKeg Harley Davidson, Kings Island Dr. Mason OH. Proceeds go to help fight cancer, Live band, food, and
raffles, 50/50. This event is non-alcoholic. Info Lady Rhonda 513-404-7173  or ladyriders againstcancer@gmail.com

May 5, 2012
Grand Re-Opening, Fun, Food, Friends! Vendors no Charge, All are welcome to come out, Noon til Closing. Classic Iron
Cycle Center, 4421 Hamilton-Cleves Rd. Ross, Ohio 45013, 513-717-4024, see our ad this issue.

May 5, 2012
Derby Day Party, Snappers Saloon, 1 Main St. Ripley, Ohio. 937-392-4463

May 6, 2012
Breakfast Before the Blessing!! Bisquits and Gravy 10am-Noon, Harrison House of Thunder, 1143 Harrison Ave. Harrison
Ohio. 513-367-9555, See our ad in this issue of 2 Wheel Thunder.

May  6, 2012
AFR 24th Annual Bike Blessing, American legion Post 199, 10700 Campbell Rd. Harrison Ohio. Poker Run reg 10am-
Noon, 1sy wave out Noon sharp. $10 per person, Poker hands drawn after the blessing. Blessing at approx 3pm, Blessing
is a Free Event, all faiths Welcome! Food and beverages available, Live Music, Patch sewing, vendors, 50/50. See our ad
in this issueof 2 Wheel Thunder.

May 6, 2012
Bike Night at Biker’s Church, Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. 3819 Turfway Rd. Erlanger Ky. 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 859-801-779, See our ad in this
issue.

May 6, 2012
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, See our ad in this issue.

May 6, 2012
1st Annual Jackass Flats Bike Blessing Bike Show Charity Poker Run, Sponsored by Jackass Flats Motorcycle Club, and
Broken Chains Motorcycle Ministry, Starts at 6024 Rip Rap Road in Dayton. Ride registration from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
The first bike goes out at 2:30 pm. The ride fee is $10.00 per bike. Also be a bike show with awards for winners, food, live
band, and more. For info call (937) 236-4329

May 11, 2012
Garage Party 1pm and Bike Blessing 3pm, Tri-County Harley-Davidson, 5960 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, Ohio. 45014. 513-
874-4343

May 11, 2012
Hooter Girls Bike Nite, Featuring Music by Stagger Lee, 7-11pm. Tri-County Harley-Davidson, 5960 Dixie Highway,
Fairfield, Ohio. 45014. 513-874-4343, see our ad in this issue of 2 Wheel Thunder.

May 12, 2012
Benefit Poker Run for Steve Presson. Starts at Christopher’s Lounge on West Main Street in Hillsboro, Ohio. Registration
begins at 9:30 am and the motorcycles go out at 11:00 am. Ride ends with a 50/50 drawing and food.

May 12, 2012
1st Annual Galion Fire Fighters Local 435 Poker Run. Starts at 520 S. Market Street in Galion, Ohio. Reg from 930 am to
11:00 am.

May 12, 2012
6th Annual Fallen Heroes Motorcycle Ride, American Legion Post 29, Russellville, KY. Minimum Donation: $10 per
bike/vehicle is requested. (All donations will benefit the Joshua Moore Scholarship Fund) Reg 8:00am until 9:30am,
Participants are encouraged to decorate their bike, vehicle or even themselves in a patriotic manor.

May 12, 2012
1/2 Mile Dirt Track Motorcycle Races 1:00 PM, Host GJ Haas Promotions, Motorcycle Racing,  12th and 13th, Heat Races
start at 1:00 PM both days. Practice at 11:00 AM, 2 & 4 wheel motorcycle racing on a pea gravel 1/2 mile. Motorcycles
from 50cc to Vintage to Pro Twins. 90 + MPH Racing, Amateur & Pro Riders of all ages and experience levels Visit
racecircleville.com for directions and a complete list of classes. Food available. Adm $10.00 Kids 10 and under free,
Pickaway County Fair grounds, 415 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, Ohio, 43113. 502-552-3246, Email  gjhaas@hughes.net

May 13, 2012
KMA/KBA Mothers day Bike Show, 9am-5pm, Richwood Flea Mkt, US 25 Richwood Ky. All Bikes Welcome Prizes for 1st,
2nd and Mother's Choice. Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Vendors, for info call Keith Roberts 859-485-3049, Sorry no Food
Vendors, Rain or Shine Event!!

May 13, 2012
Bike Night at Biker’s Church, Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. 3819 Turfway Rd. Erlanger Ky. 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. For  info contact Pastor Al Abrams at 859-801-779

May 13, 2012
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. Contact Pastor Larry Herald at 513-708-7418 for more info

May 17 - 20, 2012
3rd Annual Wild Hogs Ride, Get ready and plan ahead for an all male trip to ride the backroads and Deals Gap in Tenn.
Leaves on Thurs. 17th &  returns Sun. 20th.  For Reservations contact Pastor Al Abrams @ 859-801-7795 or Pastor Dan
Hillard @ 859-466-3758

May 19, 2012  
Highland County Homeless Shelter Ride, Starts at Ole Depot, 421 N. West St in Hillsboro, Ohio. Registration begins at 10:
00 am and the motorcycles leave at 12:00 pm. $10.00 for the rider and $5 for a passenger. The ride ends with music,
food, and 50/50 drawing. Info call  937-218-0612

May 19, 2012
Bike Show and 4th Annual Ride in Movie Night, 12:00pm until May 20 at 1:00am, Corner of Rt 10 and Fairground Rd,
Alexandria, Ky. Join us for Steve’s Garage Bike Show starting at noon, and 2~Rivers Chrome Divas 4th Annual Ride in
Movie Night. Bike Show begins at noon with judging in the late afternoon. Multiple categories to enter! The 4th Annual
Ride in Movie night follows the bike show, with raffles, split the pots, great food, and a movie at dusk

May 19, 2012
1st Annual Riders River Tour, proceeds benefit People for Developmental Disabilities Services 501C3,  Cafe DeSales
coffee shop  (Woodburn Ave. & Madison Road) 9 AM and start riding before 10, Ride will be about 2 hours, Ends in picnic
area near Northgate. Maps and captain provided. Cost $25.00 until May 17, $30 thereafter. Includes 1st Annual t-
shirt/picnic lunch, Pass $15 until May 17, $20 thereafter. Includes t-shirt/picnic lunch. Picnic Only  $5.00 until May 17, $10
thereafter. More t-shirts will be available for purchase at picnic. Must have motorcycle driver license and proof of
motorcycle insurance day of ride to participate.  joan.gilmore@hamiltondds.org for reg form.

May 20, 2012
Bike Night at Biker’s Church, Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. 3819 Turfway Rd. Erlanger Ky. 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 859-801-779

May 20, 2012
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 20, 2012
12th Annual Blessing of the Bikes, The Dayton #73 Mooseriders and Crystal Lake #2464 Mooseriders are putting on this
awesome event to bless bikers with a SAFE riding season! The event will be jam packed with great food, vendors, door
prizes, shirts, bandanas, pins, awards and much more! There will also be a stunt show by the Steel Horse Stunters along
with live music from the band Toad! All donations will benefit A Special Wish Found-ation and AMBUCS. 1601 S Edwin C
Moses Blvd, Dayton Ohio. www.blessingofthe bikesohio.com

May 20, 2012
Walnecks Motorcycle Swap Meet & Shows, Shepherdsville, Ky Bullitt Count Fairgrounds Rain or Shine,630-985-2097 www.
walneckswap.com, See our ad in this issue of 2 Wheel Thunder

May 22, 2012
The Missing In America Project has identified the forgotten, unclaimed remains of 10 veterans at a funeral home in
Columbus, Ohio. American Legion Riders Chapter 239, Worthington, Ohio will head up the motorcycle escort of the
remains to the National Cemetery in Dayton, Ohio where they will be put to rest with proper military honors. Departs from
the Southway American Legion Post 144, 3253 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio at 7:45am, If you’d like to participate please
drop me a line. columbusbiker108@gmail.com You do not have to belong to the ALR to participate. Help these veterans
finally receive the honors and respect they deserve.

May 24, 2012
The Local Tri-state Rolling Thunder on Thursday May 24th, staging at 7:30 and ride at 8am ending at the Peace Bell in
Newport Ky. where the bell will be rang in honor of POW’s and MIA’s. This is the 3rd Annual ride leaving from the
Campbell Co YMCA in Ft. Thomas Ky, organized by Eric Hempleman, 16 year old student from Highlands High School and
a volunteer at Veterans Admin-istration. Eric is happy to present and promote this event; he can be reached at 859-781-
6110.

May 26, 2012
Highland County Humane Society Motorcycle Ride from 9:30 AM  to 6:00 PM, Charity Event, 120 mile scenic route
planned with stops on the way, Sign up 9:30 Kickstands up at 11:00, Ride ends where it starts, Single rider $20.00 Couple
$25.00 all vehicles welcome, 50/50 Drawing, Raffles, Food after ride. The shelter is running low on money and might have
to close their doors. The shelter is a non-profit no-kill facility. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society Highland County
Humane Society, 9331 St.Rt.124, Hillsboro, Ohio, 45133, mysticstormsisterhoodmc@yahoo.com for details

May 26, 2012
3rd Annual Hospice Poker Run,  8:30 AM  to 6:00 PM, Hosted by Celina Eagle Riders 1291, 1400 State Route 703, Celina
Ohio 45822. All proceeds benefit Community Health Professionals Hospice/Patient Care Fund. Registration 8:30-10:00
AM, First Bike out at 9:30-10 AM, Last Bike In at 5:00-6:00 PM, 4 stops, approximately 90 miles, Live Music 4PM- ?? Food
available after ride, $10 Single / $15 Couple. Rain date: May 27th, info email eagleriders1291@yahoo.com

May 27, 2012
Bike Night at Biker’s Church, Christ’s Chapel Sunday nights at 6pm. 3819 Turfway Rd. Erlanger Ky. 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 859-801-779,

May 27, 2012
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 27, 2012
8th Annual Firefighters Memorial Ride, Forty Five Mile Police Escorted Ride will conclude at Harley Davidson Sales
Company for food and entertainment, Please note Limited to 1000 Bikes- Must PRE-REGISTER- 2011 SOLD OUT $20
donation per person, FREE 2012 FFMR tee shirt if registered before May 6, 2012 After May 6th the cost will be $25 a
person and will not include our 2012 tee shirt. Location Ceremony at Firefighters Memorial 10:30 AM (across from Browns
Stadium) Motorcycles stage 9am ON Alfred Lerner Way,  Cleveland,Ohio. www.firefightersmemorialride.com

May 27, 2012
American Dawgs Spring Ride and Party, (Memorial Sunday) Benefits the Wounded Warrior Project, 2 Stop Scenic Ride wit
after Party including Live Music. Prizes, 50/50 and more. Food & Drinks available, Donation $15 Ride & party, $20 with
passenger. Reg Noon, Kickstands up 1pm, $10 per person After Party Only, See our ad in this issue for all the details