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11th Annual Ride For Hope
11th Annual Ride For HopeIn Loving Memory of John Frontes Sr.
All proceeds to benefit ALS: Lou Gehrig’s Disease
When?
September 21, 2014
Registration begins at 9:00am
Ride Starts at 11:00am
Fee per person: $25.00
Where?
The ride begins and ends at The Mishnock Barn
200 Mishnock Road West Greenwhich, RI 02817
Post Party Includes:
Lunch ~ Live Music *The Allbros Band and The Big River Band*
Raffles ~ Pig Roast ~ Rodeo
Ticket Information
Call Bob Fontes at (401) 822-4917
(401) 263-4626
Website
http://alsrideforhope.weebly.com/
Veterans!! Don’t Miss Your Chance To Win A Free 2015 Toyota Sienna Wheelchair Van
VMI’s Star Spangled Salute
The 2nd Annual Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute Veteran Contest has now been launched by VMI (Vantage Mobility International) alongside Toyota Motor Sales USA. Enter for your chance to win a brand new 2015 Toyota Sienna with a VMI Access 360 in-floor ramp conversion system.
Eligibility
Only U.S. disabled veterans are eligible to win the free mobility van. If you are a disabled veteran or would like to enter the contest on a veteran’s behalf, simply fill out the form. Only one-entry per household.
Contest Details
- Registrar to win a 2015 Toyota VMI Wheelchair Van
- Entries must be submitted by 11/09/14
- Winner announced Veterans Day, 11/11/14
Important Dates
- 04/02/2014 – VMI will begin accepting The Star Spangled Salute entries
- 11/09/2014 – The Star Spangled Salute Entries End
- 11/11/2014 – VMI will draw and announce The Star Spangled Salute on Veterans Day
- 12/31/2014 – The Star Spangled Salute Winner MUST claim prize before December 31, 2014
Terms and Conditions:
The 2014 Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute campaign is valid from April 2, 2014 to November 9, 2014 for all Disabled U.S. Veterans.
Winner will be randomly drawn and announced on November 11, 2014 and must show proof of military service. Winner will receive any 2015 Toyota Sienna with the VMI Northstar Conversion; no exceptions will be made.
No purchase necessary. Valid in the United States only. Limit one entry per household. Entries may be made at www.vans4vets.com or by calling 800-488-6148.
If the winner already purchased their Toyota VMI Northstar conversion between April 2, 2014 and November 10, 2014 – they can elect to be reimbursed for their out of pocket cost of the wheelchair accessible Toyota VMI Northstar minivan by December 31, 2014. Reimbursement will be coordinated between VMI and the winner directly if the vehicle was purchased prior to the winner being announced.
Campaign is not valid on any added accessories. Winner is responsible for the payment of applicable taxes and registration fees. Prize must be claimed by December 31, 2014 and is non-transferable. No exceptions will be made.
6th Annual Morgan’s Ride!
6th Annual
Morgan’s Ride
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What?
Motorcycle Ride – Live Entertainment *Better than Nuthin’* – and More
*Bike not required to participate, EVERYONE IS WELCOME!*
When?
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Registration at 9:30am — Ride leaves at noon
Where?
The Hilltop Athletic Club
65 Pottle Street
Kingston, MA
Why?
All Proceeds to benefit the Morgan Fund in Honor of Morgan Lawler.
Morgan Suffers from FOP (Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva)
How Much?
$20 Donation per person
For Donations or raffle items please contact Rick & Samantha Wood
MorgansRide@verizon.net
Website
Facebook Page
Today is the Freedom Fest at Fort Kent, Maine
Freedom Fest 2014 is an outdoor concert on August 09, 2014 in Fort Kent, Maine to raise funds for a
Veterans Museum & Community Center in Northern Maine.
A joint project of Martin-Klein American Legion Post 133 and the Fort Kent Historical Society
“So that the future can understand what the past has given in the name of Freedom”
Their Vision
To build a Veterans Museum & community center in Northern Maine to showcase and appreciate the sacrifices provided on our behalf so that our children and future generations will understand the true cost of freedom. The Center shall be a living, breathing kiosk of history providing a dynamic educational opportunity for all those in the community!
Fort Kent Municipal Airport
Tickets: FreedomFest2014.bpt.me
ADULT: $40/$35 advance purchase
Under 16: $25 Under 12: FREE
or visit Albert’s Jewelry or Gas-n-Go Foods in Fort Kent
Bring your own chair or blankets
NO Backpacks
NO Coolers
Contact Information
Duane Belanger – Martin-Klein American Legion
Email: commander@americanlegionpost133.org
Chad Pelletier – President of Fort Kent Historical Society
Email: fkhistory1@yahoo.com
Featuring
Thomas Nicholas Band
Madison Rising
Mallett Brothers Band
Spirit of Cash
Harold Ford
Laura Lucy & the Cash Band
Gunther Brown
Forget, Forget
Randolph S Michaud
Tennessee Haze
Uprooted
Kindered
Along with the cast of Freedom Fighters TV!
Featuring on opening Bike Run from Plourde Harley Davidson , Caribou to Fort Kent lead by the Patriot Guard Riders & First Lady Ann LePage honoring the fallen and respectfully welcomed in Fort Kent by the Saluting Marine SSG Tim Chambers! Honored to welcome quad-amputee and American Hero SSG Travis MIlls as well!
Featuring a parachute jump by the First Lady of Maine & Travis Mills courtesy of Wreaths Across America!!
Vendors – Partners
VMI New England ● Fort Kent Lions ● Vets Rock ● Young Marines ● Toys For Tots ● Post 133 LadiesAuxiliary ● Fort Kent Knights of Columbus ● Market Street Coop ● Armed Forces Motorsports Foundation ● Maine Veterans Homes ● National Veterans Family Center ● US VA Togus ● Maine Military & Community Network ● Gas-N-Go Foods ● Albert’s Jewelry ● Maine Veterans Services ● VetCenter ● Maine National Guard
● VFW Department of Maine ● American Legion Department of Maine ● AMVETS Department of Maine ● Fort Kent VFW ● Gary I Gordon Division Sea Cadets ● KTC’s Brainfreeze ● Mad Town Grillers ● Carter Dogs ● Wreaths Across America ● Jeni’s Jewelry ● JSB Arts ● Maine State Council Knights of Columbus ● the Lunchbox ● Sally Bateau ● Maine Army Guard 185th Engineer Company ● Honor & Remember – Massachusetts Chapter● Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce
Make a Donation — http://www.iamtheamericanflag.com/donate/