Press Release

Contact:  John Gutierrez, Chair
P.O. Box 8184
Holland, MI 49422-8184

phone: 616-283-0591
email: bikes@blessingofthebikes.com

Lakeshore Blessing of the Bikes. Sunday April 25, 2010.
Ottawa County Fairgrounds in Holland, Michigan.

Holland, MI, February 8, 2010: The 9th Annual Lakeshore Blessing of the Bikes will be held at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds in Holland, Michigan, on Sunday, April 25, 2010. Gates open at 10:00a.m. Prizes and drawings begin after 1:15 pm with the blessing promptly at 2:00 pm.

Donation: $5.00 per bike or vehicle is required. All gate proceeds from this charitable event will benefit Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity and Harbor House Ministries.

The purpose: A gathering to start the 2010 riding season with a blessing for the riders to have a safe year, to promote a sense of community and fellowship among riders and to support local charities.

Hundreds of motorcyclists and non-motorcyclists attend the blessing. The event features live classic rock music by Chaos and motorcycles of all makes and models. New this year - classic cars will be on display and a silent auction, which makes this event interesting for all attendees. Food vendors are on-site and merchandise vendors are invited to sell leather goods, t-shirts, jewelry and other "biker stuff". For a $10 fee, participants can enter their motorcycle for a chance to win the "Bikers Choice" and Best Vintage Bike (25 years or older). Winners receive a trophy and cash prize.

Harbor House Ministries
Lakeshore Habitat Humanity