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.

Centennial Park Harley-Davidson Open House THIS Weekend!
Centennial Park Harley-Davidson in Pataskala kicks off our 2009 Open House celebrations this Saturday, September 6! Besides giveaways, demo rides on some bikes and other fun stuff, the Dealership is extending a special offer to HOG members from ANY dealership anywhere - from Noon to 4 p.m., show your HOG membership card and receive free lunch! Bring a friend, regardless of whether they are a HOG member or not, and you both will receive an entry to win great prizes! Offers are only good from Noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2008.

A.D. Farrow Co. Downtown, NorthStar Open Houses On The Way!
The 2009 Open House at A.D. Farrow Co. in Downtown Columbus is September 13. Special attraction – Parts Blowout Sale! Special guests - Biker Mobile Stitches & Dirk Blacker pinstriping!  Giveaways, food, other fun stuff, too, of course! The 2009 Open House at A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar in Sunbury Downtown is September 20. Special guests – Cogs Leather Works and music by Double Barrel, plus a Sickle Cell Awareness Month gathering hosted by the Columbus Buffalo Soldiers! Giveaways, food, other fun stuff, too, of course!

Group Riding Seminar THIS Saturday, A.D. Farrow Co. in Downtown Columbus!
Come learn the ins and outs of group riding at a seminar on Saturday, September 6, at A.D. Farrow Co. in Downtown Columbus. Hour-long event starts at Noon. This seminar is HIGHLY recommended for those taking part in the Beginner Group Ride on Sunday, September 21. What Beginner Group Ride on Sunday, September 21?  Well, THE Beginner Group Ride taking place Sunday, September 21! Meet for the ride at 10 at A.D. Farrow Co. in Downtown Columbus, leave on the ride at 10:30 a.m.

Quaker Steak & Lube. GasWerks Bike Giveaways Coming Up!
Quaker Steak & Lube has ONE bike giveaway left this summer … NEXT Wednesday, September 10, someone will win a 2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster!  It’s gonna be huge! Get there EACH Wednesday and sign up! And on Friday, September 12 at GasWerks, 487 N. Park St. in the Arena District, one lucky person will win a 105th anniversary Harley! Register for the chance to win a key EVERY Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.!

Quaker Steak & Lube “Buell Night” @ September 10 Bike Night!
Next Wednesday is already going to be big at QS&L (see item above), but we’re looking to enhance things even more by hosting Buell riders for a special gathering! What’s in store for these folks? Special prizes and giveaways, and preferred parking right across from the front door to the joint! We’ll bring out some cool Buells, too, so hope you bring yours! See you on your Buell at The Lube!

Bikers For Babies – September 13!
Please join us on Saturday, September 13 for the Bikers For Babies Ride benefiting the March of Dimes! Cost is $30 per bike, $15 more per passenger, but you can earn prizes by raising more!!! Registration begins at 9 a.m. at the A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar! On site - Cogs Leather Works sewing patches! Ride ends at Quaker Steak & Lube … you’ve heard of it, right? Information at 614-231-7935, or RRoeder@marchofdimes.com

Helping Hands Charity Ride – September 28! 
This is a GREAT event! Only in its 2nd year, the Helping Hands Charity Ride To Support Columbus Children’s Hospital and Flying Horse Farms is one of the area’s best! Cost is $20 per bike; registration starts at 10 a.m. at A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at NorthStar; get here early for a $5 pancake breakfast with flipping sensation Chris’ Cakes! Ride ends with a party at Winking Lizard in Worthington! Get your patches sewn on by Cogs Leather Works! Information at redknightsoh5@yahoo.com and www.redknightsoh5.com

IMPORTANT Rides & Events!

* September 6 – 3rd annual Karen Lee Poker Run. Supports Bikers Against Child Abuse. Registration starts at 11 a.m. at Slapsy Maxie’s, 1019 Mediterranean Ave.. Last bike in by 6 p.m. at the Pit Stop Lounge, 900 Oakland Park Ave. Pre-rgistration cost is only $10 per rider; day of ride is $15. Preregister by calling 740-294-1046. Auction, music, food, on-site tattoos and more!

* September 6 – 2nd annual Galloway Baseball Club Poker Run. Sponsored by Mooseriders 11. Starts at Moose Lodge 11, 1500 Demorest Rd. Registration begins at 9 a.m., last bike out by 11:30 a.m. Ends at Hilliard Moose Lodge 2236, 5370 Grace St. Live music at finish by Knockemstiff! Cost $20 per bike, $10 per passenger. For more information call 614-537-6623 or visit www.mooseriders11.com

* September 13 - Inaugural Joe James Benefit Poker Run. Starts and ends at the Kickback Bar & Grill (formerly Big George’s) in Plain City.  Doors open at 9, registration starts at 10 a.m. Music, food and the Buckeyes on TV! Cost is $20 per rider/passenger. Need more information? Call 614-873-0394.

* September 20 – Benefit for Bill Cornell. Bill’s Other Place, 733 Harrisburg Pike, Columbus. Bill is recuperating from an accident he had in July when his dump truck shifted on unsettled ground and tipped over crushing his leg. In addition to attending the event, you can also help by donating food or auction items. For further information call 614-274-3599.

* September 21 - Benefit & Scavenger Hunt for Free Geeks @ Columbus State Community College. Registration starts at 11 a.m. at the Lodge Bar, 165 Vine St., Arena District. $10 per bike for scavenger hunt; $5 cover charge for party from 1:30 to 6 p.m.

* September 21 – Leather & Leaves Poker Run, benefiting the Arthritis Foundation, starts at Quaker Steak & Lube, ends at Honda Marysville. Information at 614-876-8200, or sdelgado@arthritis.org