Here are a few upcoming local events that motorcycle and ATV enthusiasts might want to mark on their calendars.
Bike and ATV Races, 7 p.m. every Friday, except for Fair week and 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Gate opens at 4 p.m., sign up at 4:30 p.m. and practice at 5:45 p.m. No alcohol, controlled substances or persons under the influence are permitted on grounds. Food concessions on grounds. For more information and rules, call Doug, 304-638-6477; Brad, 304-778-2386; or visit www.miltonmotocross.com. West Virginia Pumpkin Park, Fairground Road, Milton. $8, Kids under 6 free; race entry fees from $10-$25.
Guitars, Cars and Bikes Bike Night, Friday-Saturday, May 30-31. Featuring ZZ Top Tribute band, Sharp Dressed Man, will be on stage with the car and bike show on Saturday. Questions, call 304-523-1340 or visit www.charlieshd.com. Charlie's Harley-Davidson, 408 4th St., Huntington.
Biker's for Babies "Ride for Life", registration from 9-10 a.m. Saturday, May 31. Special guest will be Gov. Joe Manchin. Sponsored by Wayne County Right to Life. Features food, trophies and t-shirts. Questions, call Linda Carver, president, 304-453-4429. Gazebo, Chestnut Street, across from Save A Lot, Kenova. One rider, $15; two riders, $25.
Dash for Cash Bike Night, Friday-Saturday, June 6-7. The Menus will play. Two lucky customers will have the chance to grab all the money they can from a cash machine. On Saturday, River Cities H.O.G. will have the Best Dam Poker Run II. Questions, call 304-523-1340 or visit www.charlieshd.com. Charlie's Harley-Davidson, 408 4th St., Huntington.
Beach Party Bike Night, Friday-Saturday, July 11-12. Featuring live entertainment. You'll have a chance at buried treasure and great prizes. On Saturday, there will be a night time poker run for MDA. Questions, call 304-523-1340 or visit www.charlieshd.com. Charlie's Harley-Davidson, 408 4th St., Huntington.
It's Happy New Year Harley Style, Friday-Saturday, Aug. 1-2. Big Planet Soul takes the stage. The 2009 models will roll down the red carpet on Saturday. Questions, call 304-523-1340 or visit www.charlieshd.com. Charlie's Harley-Davidson, 408 4th St., Huntington.
Milwaukee Homesick Blues Bike Night, 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22. Singing the blues will be Big Mike Griffin. Get ready to ride home and help Harley celebrate 105 years Aug. 28-31. Questions, call 304-523-1340 or visit www.charlieshd.com. Charlie's Harley-Davidson, 408 4th St., Huntington.