Two local fundraisers and one special event involve the local Biker Strong Association, according to Keara Downing.
April 14 Blessing of the bikes
The first-ever blessing of the bikes is at noon, Sunday, April 14, at 701 N. Main St., Alger. Smoking Joe Carl will officiate. All bikes receive a free memorabilia decal.
April 14 benefit for Rowen
Following this is an event at The Roadhouse, 19570 County Road 230, Mt. Victory, to benefit Rowen, a 3-year-old who is battling cancer.
All of the proceeds from the event go to Rowen and his family. A non-rider dinner starts the event and a 4 p.m. Easter egg hunt follows.
May 18 Noise of Thunder for Noah
The association plans a “Noise of Thunder for Noah,” fundraiser on Saturday, May 18, in Mt. Victory. All proceeds go to Noah.
Noah is a 10-year-old boy battling cancer. A fundraiser starts with registration at 10 a.m. at The Roadhouse, Mt. Victory. The first bikes will go out at noon.
The cost is $10 per rider and $15 with a passenger. The cost includes a meal for riders, (meal donation required for passengers).
The event includes 50/50 drawing, raffles, pull tabs, music and free giveaways at each stop.
Biker games include Biker Strong basketball, animal pick-up, slow race and weenie bite. Plaques go the first place in these events.
There is also a corn hole tournament and tent camping is available.
