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    Friday, May 10, 2024

    Be An Angel: Mike's Famous Harley-Davidson hosts annual holiday gift run

    On Sunday, Nov. 14, Mike’s Famous Harley-Davidson and the New London H.O.G. chapter in partnership with Camp Harkness will host the 42nd annual Holiday Gift Run. This event continues a tradition of providing a very happy holiday for individuals with disabilities in the region.

    Riders are invited to participate. Spectators are welcome at Camp Harkness in Waterford.

    Registration is 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Mike’s Famous, 951 Bank St., New London. The ride leaves promptly at 1 p.m. for a 30-minute escorted ride through New London, Waterford and along scenic Niantic Bay in East Lyme. The destination and gift delivery is at Camp Harkness, 301 Great Neck Road, Waterford.

    Please bring new unwrapped gifts for any age. Store gift cards, adult-sized clothing and household items are greatly appreciated. Stuffed animals are not encouraged. All gifts will be distributed in December. For information contact Susan Hickman, susan@mikesfamous.com (860) 574-9200.

    Spectators can arrive at Camp Harkness by 1 p.m. Due to COVID guidelines the entire event will be held outside. Dress warm. For more information contact Elisa Marcoux at Elisa.Marcoux@ct.gov or (860) 443-7818.

    Donations welcome at paypal.me/campharknessfund.

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