TSI Harley-Davidson Holds 14th Annual Black and Blue Ball

TSI Harley-Davidson will hold their 14th annual Black and Blue Ball in South Windsor, Conn. on Friday, October 14, 2011 to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

The benefit will be held at Maneeley’s Banquet Facility, located on 65 Rye Street, South Windsor, Conn, starting at 6 p.m. The night will start with a cocktail reception and hor d’oeurvres. Guests can bid at the live, silent camp auction. An award ceremony and honoree recognition will follow. Entertainment will be provided and hosted by Fox 61 and WCCC.

The Black and Blue Ball has raised in excess of $500,000 over the past nine years. In 2010, the Ball raised more than $50,000. This year, corporate and individual tables are available. Responses for attendance are requested by September 30, 2011.

Money raised will support MDA Summer Camp, by paying for sponsorships and cabins to house children. The various levels of sponsorship range from summer camp sponsor, which costs $800 for one child to be sent to camp for free, up to a title sponsor, costing $5,000 to support MDA. This level includes two tables for ten with preferred seating, complimentary drink package, business advertisement, a plaque presentation, and recognition to the public.

The event’s name originates from MDA’s longstanding relationship with Harley-Davidson. Early participants arrived in “black” leather and “blue” denim. Today, the Black and Blue Ball is a highlight among the area’s social events, drawing individuals and companies from across Connecticut and western Massachusetts together on the road to a cure for neuromuscular disease.

MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related disease by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education.

For more information on this event, please contact Valerie D’Angiolini at (203) 288-3500 or vdangiolini@mdausa.org or Christine Urciuoli at (860) 633-4466 or curciuoli@mdausa.org.

The Minuteman of Dartmouth HOG Chapter 2522 to Hold 16th Annual Ride for Life to Benefit

DARTMOUTH, Mass., August 2, 2010 – The Minuteman of Dartmouth HOG Chapter 2522 will be holding its 16th Annual Ride for Life to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) on Sunday, September 5, 2010.

Motorcyclists can register for the event from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Seekonk Speedway located at 1710 Fall River Avenue in Seekonk, Mass. Preregistration forms are available at http://www.minutemanhog.com. Registration costs $15 per person and includes a barbecue with hot dogs and hamburgers, music, vendors, and more. All bikes are welcome.

The ride will depart from Seekonk Speedway at 12 p.m. sharp, rain or shine, and end at Minuteman Harley-Davidson on 799 State Road in Dartmouth, Mass. Event t-shirts will be available for purchase at both the Seekonk Speedway and at the Minuteman Harley Davidson destination. This will be a police escorted ride and helmets are required. This year, the Minuteman Dartmouth Hog Chapter has set a goal to raise $6,000 for MDA.

MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education. MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and support services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.
For more information on this event please contact Steve Matos at (401) 732-1910 or smatos@mdausa.org.