Welcome to Live the Dream, the official e-newsletter of A.D. Farrow Co. Harley-Davidson & Buell in Downtown Columbus, A.D. Farrow Co. Harley-Davidson Shop at NorthStar in Sunbury, and Centennial Park Harley-Davidson In Pataskala.

Big News re: Flying Horse Farms … (a note from Dealer Principal Bob Althoff)
Hello! Together we have done some great things over the last five years in terms of riding, having fun and leaving a mark. Today I am writing to ask for your help in MAKING THE MILES MATTER. 

Specifically, I want to recruit you into a motorcycle gang. Here’s your chance to fly your colors. Join riders from all over Ohio in our very own gang – The Hole In The Ground Gang – in support of Flying Horse Farms, Ohio’s own Hole In The Wall Camp for terminally & critically ill children (www.flyinghorsefarms.org) Together we can make a difference in the lives of kids from Ohio’s seven Children’s Hospitals who will be served by this Mt. Gilead, Ohio camp.

We think it would be pretty cool if we could build the kids a swimming pool (hence the “Hole In The Ground Gang!”). Here is how we think we can do it. LET’S RIDE. Let’s ride and have fun. Let’s ride and “Make The Miles Matter.” Starting now and ending on October 15, 2008, you can solicit your friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers and anyone else you can think of to pledge money toward every mile you ride over the next three-and-a-half months. A penny, a nickel, a dime or more per mile, this can add up to real money for this project! Details, visit www.makethemilesmatter.com
Meanwhile, stay tuned, this is going to be FUN!

Speaking Of Flying Horse Farms - A Challenge Has Been Tossed Out …
Bill Snodgrass and Ken Valverde, representing the Red Knights (firefighters) and Blue Knights (police), are planning a charity run from Canada to Mexico to raise funds for Flying Horse Farms on June 7 & 8. They’re going to ride 1,620 miles in 36 hours. While you contemplate your own fundraising efforts for Flying Horse Farms (see www.makethemilesmatter.com), how about supporting them with a pledge donation per mile or a single contribution? Make checks payable to Flying Horse Farms and send them to A.D. Farrow Co., 491 W. Broad St., Columbus, 43215.  Questions?  darrisblackford@adfarrow.com 

Celebrate Centennial Park’s 10-Year Anniversary – THIS Saturday!
Centennial Park Harley-Davidson 10th Anniversary Party has been rescheduled for Noon to 4 p.m., THIS Saturday, April 26! Live music from the Tom Scott Band, giveaways and a good time! The annual Tent Sale is going on, too, so maybe you’ll also find the bike of your dreams! (Special newsletter reader deal: Print out this fine document, write your name and e-mail address on the back, and give it to Sales Manager Tony Hoplite on April 26 ONLY to enter a contest for a $100 gift card! You MUST have this newsletter printed out to enter! One entry per customer, please.

10th Anniversary Means 10 + 10 Savings!
In honor of the 10th anniversary of Centennial Park Harley-Davidson in Pataskala, enjoy 10 percent off ALL Harley-Davidson parts in stock, PLUS 10 percent off clearance clothing items AND 10 percent off all remaining leather jackets in stock! (excludes prior sales, see store for full details). This offer is for Saturday, April 26, 2008 only. See you at 12477 Broad St. in Pataskala for music, food, good times, and of course Harleys!

Two Great Rides Have Arrived! 

Combat Veteran’s Charity Ride, THIS Saturday, April 26 – supports the Fisher House, which provides free or low cost lodging to veterans and military families receiving treatment at military medical centers. Stops at A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar and AMA Hall of Fame Museum. Registration is 9 to 11 a.m. at Quaker Steak & Lube, ride also finishes at The ‘Lube with an auction and good times! Register at http://oh.combatvet.org or send a note to jansokolnicki@att.net

Horsepower For Horses Charity Ride, 9 a.m., THIS Saturday, April 26, A.D. Farrow Co, Downtown Columbus, 491 W. Broad St. This ride is held to raise money to prevent the slaughter of newborn horses that are bred so their mothers can be wet nurses for thoroughbreds.  This is a great family event, so even if you drive your car, it is worth going!  Lots of folks are planning to go, but they are still looking for donations and door prizes! More information can be found at www.horsepowerforhorses.com, including a pre-registration form.

Group Ride For Beginners – THIS Sunday, April 27! 
A low key, fun ride out to Young’s Dairy in Yellow Springs with safe, courteous, experienced riders. Meet at 10 a.m., leave at 10:30 a.m., A.D. Farrow Co, Downtown Columbus, 491 W. Broad St. The ride is free, but bring money for lunch and munchies at Young’s Dairy!

Plan NOW – 2nd Annual Ride For Courtney, Sunday, June 1! 
Last year hundreds of you turned out for this ride to support a very special girl, Courtney Vargo, daughter of our Downtown Sales Manager John. If you recall, this angel suffered a brain aneurism and was in a coma. She continues to recover, but these things take time, and are costly. This ride starts at our Downtown Columbus Dealership and makes several stops, finishing in Pickerington. We need riders, donations & auction items! Contact darrisblackford@adfarrow.com if you want to give! More details will be out soon.

Broken Bones Hurt, You Can Help – Hold June 14 On Your Calendar  
Evel Knievel broke 35 bones in his career. Big deal: Jennifer Kilman broke 18 in a single fall and has had an estimated 400 fractures. This girl is tough, and spends more time on wheels than Evel ever did. She suffers from Brittle Bone Disease, and on June 14 you will get the chance to take part in a special ride to raise funds for research into finding a cure. Oh yeah, we’ll also have plates of BBQ and other food for lunch! Did you know Nationwide Children’s Hospital and OSU Medical Center are leading research centers for Brittle Bone Disease? Now you do. PLEASE save June 14 and stay tuned for more details. Thank you!

May Will Be Great …
 
* May 3 – ABATE of Ohio Ride & Rally!  9 to 11 a.m. – Registration, A.D. Farrow Co. Harley-Davidson Shop at NorthStar. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Ride/Rally at the Ohio Statehouse.  2 to 5 p.m. – After Rally Rally, Swap Meet, Bike Show, A.D. Farrow Co. Harley-Davidson Shop at NorthStar. STILL seeking swap meet vendors (including products, events, charity rides) – 10 X 10 booth space only $25! Contact: Darris Blackford, A.D. Farrow Co., 740-965-9900, or darrisblackford@adfarrow.com

* May 3 – Jeanette Buckley Poker Run, presented by the Road Hawgs Motorcycle Club. Starts and ends at Final Score Sports Pub, 6 Troy Rd., Delaware. First bike out at 11 a.m., last bike out 1 p.m., last bike in, 6 p.m. $20 per bike/rider; $25 with passenger. Prizes, raffle and live music with Jacked Up! More information is at www.roadhawgsmc.org

* May 10 & 11 - Harley-Davidson & Buell Demo Rides, A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar!  10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, weather permitting. FREE to endorsed riders! You need a helmet, jacket, gloves, pants, boots.

* May 10 – Biker Down Benefit Ride, presented by Hilliard Lodge 2236 Moose Riders. Starts at Sloopy’s Pub, 5488 Roberts Rd. (breakfast buffet!). First bike out 11 a.m., last bike out 1 p.m. Great ride planned – 105 miles! Ends at Eldorado’s 4968 N. High St.; last bike in at 6:30 p.m. Prizes, food, raffle, auction, live music by Knockemstiff!  $20 per bike/rider, $15 more per passenger. (These folks have got a ton of sponsors on board, so it looks like it will be a great event!) To make donations or for more information, call Bob at 614-771-5905.

* May 11 - Leave A Mark Church Bike Blessing
Get your bike (and yourself) blessed before the big riding season! Pastor Steve Combs from Leave A Mark Church will lead such a blessing at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 11 at the A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar, I-71 and St. Rt. 37 in Sunbury (this is the rescheduled date from April, so if you were planning to join in the first time, don't miss it this time around!). We'll also have Harley/Buell demo rides going on this day, so the blessing will take place in the EAST parking lot of the Dealership. 

* May 17 – Race For the Cure Cheering Section,
Downtown Columbus, 8 to 11 a.m. Order a shirt TODAY,
darrisblackford@adfarrow.com

* May 17 – Armed Forces Appreciation Day, A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar, Noon to 4 p.m. Come say thanks to our military personnel, or if you are active duty or retired military personnel – we want to say THANK YOU for all you do! Food, Music, Fun – Kid Friendly!

* May 17 – Watkins Memorial High School Softball Motorcycle Run. Starts at the school, 8868 Watkins Rd. SW, Pataskala. Only $20 a bike! First bike out 10 a.m., last bike out Noon, last bike in 5 p.m. Ends at Centennial Park Harley-Davidson, 12477 Broad St. A good route, great prizes! Questions to watkinssoftball@hotmail.com