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2013

Date

City

Event

May 2

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Highway Cleanup
5:30pm (meeting at Lock 96) followed by monthly meeting @ 7pm                     
Hunters Haven.  Additional information TBA
May 4
Buffalo
Buffalo Erie Chapter of ABATE - Motorcycle Safety and Awareness
Downtown Buffalo.  Speakers at noon. Ride after speaker.
For more information call 716 655 6473
May 4
Middle Island
Long Island Chapter of ABATE - Regional Meeting
12:00pm at  Cathedral Pines County Park, Yaphank-Middle Island Road, Middle Island, NY 11953. 
It will be attended by State President Tom Alton
May 5
Rochester
ROC City Motorcycle Swap - Formally Skin & Steel
12pm to 6pm.  Admission:  Adults $8.  12 and under FREE
Main Street Armory, 900 East Main St., Rochester, NY 14605
For more information see our flyer or go to http://www.roccitymcswap.com
May 14
Middle Island
Long Island Chapter of ABATE - General Meeting at Cathedral Pines County Park
BBQ Dinner at 6:30pm, Meeting starts at 7:30pm
May 18
Lowville
Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Spring Break Out Ride
12 noon (starting at Lowville VFW).  Additional information TBA
May 18

Wayne County of ABATE - Breakout Run
The run will start from; Lakeside Restaurant, 6270 Lakeside Rd. (corner of Route 104)
There will be a short meeting at 9am with the run starting at 10am. Note, no Sunday meeting.
May 19
Dansville
Dansville Dogwood Motorcycle Ride
Sunday May 19,  2013 
Registration @ Fly in Breakfast ($15.00 + $5.00 for Rider)
Pancake Breakfast available at additional cost
90 Mile (with points  of interest)
Ride Includes Lunch, Drink and Ice Cream Stop
Dansville Swimmers for the Ronald McDonald House
May 20
Albany
ABATE of New York - 17th Annual Freedom Rally
The 17th annual ABATE of NY Freedom Rally Ride to the Capital  will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013
Meet at Samson's Bar and Grill, 1736 Rt 9, Castle-on-Hudson, NY.
Kickstands up at 11am sharp for a 20 minute ride to the Capital.
We urge ALL motorcyclists to join us and make our voices heard at the capital in Albany.
For more information see flyer, or call Prospector (518-239-4560) or Erik (518-701-6939)
May 25
Buffalo
Tyler Likos Memorial Benefit
There will be a Memorial benefit  for Tyler Likos on Saturday, May 25th, from 4:00pm-11:00pm at the
Knights of Columbus @ 261 South Legion St, Buffalo, NY. 
There will be Chinese Auction, 50/50's, Door Prizes and more. Advanced tickets $20.00. Tickets at the door $25.00. Proceeds will be split between Erie County A B A T E, who helped the Likos family a great deal through this tragedy, and a Scholarship fund in memory of Tyler for  McKinley High School, students who wish to have a career in Criminal Justice.
He Was a kind and gentle soul who touched many lives. Went to McKinley High, was involved in R O T C program. Graduated with Regents diploma in Carpentry and was studying Criminal Justice at ECC South,
Tyler was just 20 years old when he was hit by a N F T A bus while riding his motorcycle.
For more information about Tyler and his benefit or for donations please feel free to contact:
Lynn Likos, (716)-715-1736, or Adam Likos, (716)-913-1804 or Krysten Sauer, (716)-913-1804
There will be food and beverages along with a D J and live music by Roadhouse Rebels Southern Rock & Blues.
May 26
Elma
Bike Blessing at The Ark Community Church
2151 Transit Rd. Suite A, Elma, NY 14059
(716) 674-5500
Worship service begins at 10 AM.  Fellowship/Snack following service
Bike Blessing will begin around 11:30 AM
We would love for you to attend.   All riders are  welcome!!
June 1
Arkport
Conesus Lake Riders - Annual “Ridin for a Reason” Run

All proceeds benefit Camp Good Days and Special Times, a camp on Keuka Lake for children with cancer and debilitating illness.
Camp Good Days – Celebrating Courage in Children Since 1979.   AMA Sanctioned
Sponsored by Conesus Lake Riders Motorcycle Club
$15/bike & $5/passenger includes 1 Door Prize ticket per vehicle
Register @ Arkport Cycles in Arkport, NY.  Registration starts @10:30AM, ride leaves @ Noon.
This is a parade style run thru the wine country of the Finger Lakes and includes a stop @ Camp Good Days on Keuka Lake.  Ride ends @ CLR Clubhouse in Dansville, NY.  Food, Raffles & Door Prizes available @ the Clubhouse. 
See Ride Flyer here or www.clr-mc.com

June 1 - 8
Lake George
Americade Motorcycle Rally
When: Sat, Jun 1, 2013 until Sat, Jun 8, 2013 | 9:00 AM
Where: Fort William Henry Hotel and Conference Center
Website: http://www.lakegeorge.com/americade/
June 8
Oneonta
5th Annual Jason's Run
Memorial Fundraiser Supporting Safety Awareness Education, Signage, & The 1st Alert Safety Card Program.  For the Promotion of Safety of All Motorcyclists & Motorists in our Communities.
Saturday, June 8 - Open to All
Oneonta Vets Club, 279 Chestnut St, Oneonta, NY
Pancake Breakfast 8:00 - 11:00AM.  $7 Per Person
Sign up for Run between 10:00 - 11:00AM.  Kickstands up at 11:15AM Sharp
$20 Single - $30 W/Passenger.  Includes 2013 Run Pin (to 1st 100) & Barbecue Chicken Dinner.
For more information see flyer or see us on Facebook under - Jason's Run Supported by American Legion Riders Post 259 Oneonta NY.
June 9

Buffalo Erie Chapter of ABATE - COPS Run Concern of Police Survivor
For more information call 716 655 6473
June 9
Canandaigua Ontario Chapter of ABATE - Dice Run
Dice Run sponsored by Ontario County ABATE
Sunday June 9th.
Sign up 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Don's Inn, State Route 5 & 20, Canandaigua, NY.
Last bike in by 4:00 PM. $10.00 / person.
Enjoy a scenic ride through the Finger Lakes.
All are welcome.  See flyer here. 
June 15
Syracuse
Onondaga Chapter of ABATE - Joker Run
Forming up at Three Fat Guys Irish Tavern, 3898 New Court Road Syracuse NY
Kickstands up at Noon. Ending at the Loop Grill 1114 Wolf Street Syracuse NY
Contact Carl Baker for more information 315-200-8523
June 15
Boonville
Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Vietnam Veterans Ride
9am at Boonville VFW.  Additional information TBA
June 15
Arkport
Finger Lakes Chapter of ABATE - 14th Annual Dice Run
ABATE's Memoriam to Honor Fallen Brothers & Sisters
Saturday, June 15 (Rain Date August 10)
Starting at Arkport Cycles, Arkport NY
Sign up 10:00am till noon. $10 Per Rider.  $5 Per Passenger.
For more information see flyer, or call HRCpt Neil 607-661-0646 or Pres Michael 585-728-5246
June 22
Palmyra
Moose Riders - 5th Annual Poker Run
In Memory of Our Fallen Brothers and Sisters
Starts at the Palmyra Moose Lodge, 3808 Route 31, Palmyra, NY 14513
Registration: 9:30am-11:30am.  Take off @ 11:30am SHARP
Tickets: $20 per person & $30 per coupleDiscount: $5 for presale tickets
Entertainment. Music, Food, Games, 50/50 Raffle & Door Prizes
Bike Show with Four Classes: 1st, 2nd, & Best in show
(All bikes entered in the show must participate in the run)
Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Make a Wish Foundation
Visit www.palmyramooseriders1420.com for more information or see flyer.
July 6
Syracuse
Onondaga Chapter of ABATE - Freedom of Choice/Memorial Run
Saturday July 6th. Kick stands up at 12:00 noon, form up at the ABATE meeting hall 1116 Wolf Street, Syracuse NY 13208.  Destination to be announced.
For more information contact Lisa Letson 315-455-1073
July 6

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Doc Remembrance Ride
Additional information TBA
July 13

Wayne County of ABATE - Summer Fun Run
The run will start from;  Lakeside Restaurant, 6270 Lakeside Rd. (corner of Route 104)
There will be a short meeting at 9am with the run starting at 10am. Note no Sunday meeting.
July 14
West Seneca
Buffalo Erie Chapter of ABATE - 25 annual Mystery Ride
Southgate plaza, West Seneca.  For more information call 716 655 6473
July 20
Owego
5th Annual Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway of Valor Tribute Ride
The ride starts on N.Y. State Route 38 and is to draw attention to the designated highway that was named to honor Vietnam Veterans.
This ride is sponsored by Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #377, 480, and 704 and by Chapter 17 of the Blue Knights.
The 5th annual ride begins at the Owego Free Academy School on Sheldon Guile Blvd., in Owego, NY on Saturday July 20, 2013. 
The 98 mile ride kicks off at 10am from Owego and then will stop in Groton, NY for gas and food, before it continues on to the American Legion in Hannibal, NY, where there will once again be food and entertainment.  …The ride is free and is open to the public. Please register between 8:00 & 9AM the day of the ride.
For more information about the ride, call Dan @ (607) 229-8153, or Harvey @ (607) 898-3507.
July 27
Glenfield
Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - TCOOO Ride
10am. 3G fire hall in Glenfield.  Additional information TBA
July 27
Multiple starting
locations
March of Dimes - Bikers for Babies
Start sites in Syracuse, Binghamton, Cortland, Watertown, Chittenango, Wolcott/Oswego, Utica/Rome, Sherburne, and Auburn. All routes end at Jamesville Beach Park.
Contact kbutton@marchofdimes.com or (315)463-0700 for more information.
www.bikersforbabies.org
August 10

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Ride for the Hell of it
11am.  Lock 96.  Additional information TBA.
August 10
North Tonawanda
Buffalo City Mission - Ride for the Homeless
Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda
Registration at 11am.  Kickstands up at Noon
Riders $20.  Passengers $10.  Dinner Only $10. 
All proceeds go to benefit our after school program for the children that reside in Cornerstone Manor,
our women and children’s shelter of the Buffalo City Mission.
See flyer for more information. 
August 17
Watertown
3rd Annual North Country Children's Clinic Unmet Needs Run - Hosted by Tranquil Thunder LRC
The North Country Children's Clinic has an Unmet Needs program which was designed to help out individuals with the cost of medications who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford them.  This program relies on donations to keep going and is in no way funded by any Federal or State entities. Without our donations this program will be lost forever! Come on out and help us raise the most money ever for this awesome program!!!
Food~ Music ~ Raffles ~ Auctions
Registration begins @ 9:30 am with kickstands up @ 11am
  -Start ~ North Country Children's Clinic @ 238 Arsenal Street, Watertown, New York
  - End stop ~ The Eagles @ 19260 US Hwy 11 (Outer Washington St.) in Watertown.
Music by Paparazzi Scandal
We will be doing a raffle for a handmade quilt which will contain 9 of the best drawings from the coloring contest that the Kids of the Children's Clinic do every year for us. Tickets will be $2 for 1 & $3 for 5.
We will also be doing a 50/50 raffle that will be drawn at the end of the run.
There will be items to auction off as well!
More details to follow as we iron them out!!! Keep checking out our Tranquil Thunder LRC Facebook Events or Contact Laurie @ 315-783-5661/Rennia @ 315-783-5294  Or Email Us @ tranquilthunderlrc@hotmail.com
August 31
Lowville
Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Benefit Ride
12 noon.  Lowville VFW.  Additional information TBA
September 8
West Seneca
Buffalo Erie Chapter of ABATE - Toy Run
Southgate Plaza, West Seneca.  For more information call 716 655 6473
September 14

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Benefit Ride
Additional information TBA
September 26 - 29
Columbus,OH
Motorcycle Riders Foundation - Meeting of the Minds
Join ABATE of Ohio in welcoming the 29th Annual Meeting of the Minds to Columbus, Ohio.
Motorcycle Riders Foundation is proud to present their annual conference for politically motivated
motorcyclists!  Spend the weekend with some of motorcycling’s most educated and dedicated activists. Learn what issues will impact bikers today and in the future!
Crowne Plaza Columbus North, 6500 Doubletree Ave., Columbus, OH 43229Call 614-885-1885 for room reservations ($95 inc. breakfast). Cut-off date: August 26, 2013
See flyer for more information and registration form.
September 28
Syracuse
Onondaga Chapter of ABATE - Fall Foliage Run.
Saturday September 28th. Kick stands up at 12:00 noon, form up at the ABATE meeting hall 1116 Wolf Street, Syracuse NY 13208. Destination to be announced.
For more information contact Jim DeSantis 315-706-8893
October 3

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Highway Cleanup
5:30pm (meeting at lock 96) followed by monthly meeting @ 7pm at  Hunters Haven. 
Additional information TBA
October 5

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Breast Cancer Awareness Ride
WEAR PINK.  11am (New Bremen Pond Effects).  Additional information TBA
October 5
West Seneca
Buffalo Erie Chapter of ABATE - Fall Foliage Run
Chicken Coop VFW 8113, West Seneca
For more information call 716 655 6473
October 12

Wayne County of ABATE - Fall Run
The run will start from;  Lakeside Restaurant, 6270 Lakeside Rd. (corner of Route 104)
There will be a short meeting at 9am with the run starting at 10am. Note, no Sunday meeting.
November 16
Boonville
Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Turkey Walk
11:30 signup and walk begins at noon (Boonville Hotel.  Additional information TBA.
December 14

Lewis County Chapter of ABATE - Christmas Party
Additional information TBA
December 14
Sodus
Wayne County of ABATE - Holiday Christmas Party
The Party will be at The Alley Sports Bar, 6742 Maple Ave. (just off Route 104)  Sodus, NY
There will be a short meeting at 6:00pm before the party. Note, no Sunday meeting.