The 8th Annual Veterans’ Memorial Motorcycle Ride is scheduled for Saturday, May 13, 2017 in New Haven. Registration will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the American Legion Post 330 and will benefit the Schnelker Veterans’ Memorial Park. (The rain date for this event is set for June 3, 2017.)
After the opening ceremony, salute to our military by the Legion Honor Guard and the singing of the National Anthem, this 40+ mile motorcycle ride will take off at 1:00 p.m. from the American Legion Post 330 and arrive back at the American Legion in New Haven.
New Haven Mayor Terry McDonald said, “This ride will benefit renovations to Schnelker Park Veterans’ Memorial Park. Various veterans’ organizations will be present and offer their services to military veterans. Commercial vendors will also be available to greet our many visitors and provide them with products and services. I am proud to be a part of this event once again.”
OPEN HOUSE – AMERICAN LEGION
1. The American Legion Post 330 will host an open house from 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. offering food specials and entertainment.
2. American Legion memberships will also be made available for folks who are interested in becoming a member.
3. Live entertainment will be provided by the band “Backwater Band”.
Shepherd’s House
The Shepherd’s House will be in attendance at the Veterans’ Ride event. This organization provides professional assistance to veterans and their families obtaining benefits and services earned through military service provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) and other agencies of government. Many of these veterans suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and depression. With hard work, motivation, accountability and support from the staff, clients are transformed. The mission of Shepherd’s House is to rebuild the lives which will allow individuals to become productive assets to the community once again. The results are life altering and for many veterans, lifesaving. For more information, visit their website at www.shepherdshouse.org.
American Legion Auxiliary
In addition to the other groups and organizations, the American Legion Auxiliary will be at American Legion during the registration period of the Veterans’ Memorial Ride for the sale of poppies. Once a year, the American Legion Auxiliary seeks donations in exchange for poppies, the memorial flower of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. The poppy, a replica of the poppies that bloomed on the battlefields of France, is handmade by disabled Veterans. The memorial poppy is not only a personal tribute to those who gave their lives for our country, but it honors all living veterans. When you wear the little red flower, it helps to keep alive the type of patriotism that is so necessary in this great country of ours.
