Motorcycle Poker Run to Highlight Armed Forces Day

The Bluegrass Military Affairs Coalition will present the 2012 Armed Forces Day Motorcycle Poker Run on Saturday, May 19.

Proceeds from the charity ride will benefit the KY Wounded Warrior Program.

Single riders pay $15 and double riders pay $20. There will be prizes for highest and lowest hand, door prizes and raffle prizes. Registration is 10 a.m. to noon at Harley-Davidson Man O’ War at 2073 Bryant Road.

Poker Run will begin at noon at Harley-Davidson Man O’ War and end at 4:30 p.m. at Northeast Christian Church at 990 Star Shoot Parkway.

Entertainment, food and family activities will follow at the Armed Forces Day Family Fun Fair at Northeast Christian Church from 3 to 6 p.m.  Admission is free, but donations to the BMAC KY Wounded Warrior Program are appreciated.

The highlight of Armed Forces Day will be at the Armed Forces Day Community Salute to Troops program at Northeast Christian Church at 6 p.m.

Civilians and Veterans will gather to recognize and pay tribute to currently serving members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Cadets in youth education, leadership training and military career exploration units will receive awards.

Info: 971-8737 or www.bmaconline.org.