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“The support from our friends and family has been amazing,” said Karen Butler, Iron Maidens team captain and also vice president of communications at the Connecticut Chapter. “Initially, our goal was to double the $3,000 we raised last year. We are delighted to have exceeded our original goal by thousands. Believe it or not, we’re still receiving contributions even though the ride has since past. We all truly feel like we’re making a difference in the fight against MS. And that feels very good.” The annual benefit ride, moved this year from Ellington to Southington, attracted bikers from as far away as Fairfield in southern Connecticut and Windham in northern Connecticut. Some rode for loved ones affected by multiple sclerosis, and others diagnosed with MS rode to be a part of the cure. Lawrence “Chip” Slater, a resident of Windham, participated in the Aug. 3 ride. Although just in his twenties, Slater has been living with the effects of multiple sclerosis for a few years.
The 20-member Iron Maidens & Band of Brothers MS Motorcycle Ride team kicked off its fundraising efforts in May hosting the first Iron Maidens’ HOG Wild Pig Roast. The event raised more than $2,000. Since that time individual team members have urged family and friends to contribute. To date top five team fundraisers include Manchester resident Karen Butler, who has raised more than $4,000; Vernon resident Kiara Longo, who has raised more than $1,400; Manchester resident Sean Booska, who has raised almost $1,200; and Little Falls, N.J., resident Betsy Welch, who raised nearly $1,000. Next year’s National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter MS Motorcycle Ride will be again held in August. For more information, please visit www.ctfightsMS.org. To learn more about the Iron Maidens & The Band of Brothers MS Motorcycle Ride team, please contact Karen Butler at kbutler@ctfightsMS.org. © Copyright by NorwalkPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of NorwalkPlus.com, Norwalk Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Iron Maidens sign on with Rock Cats to strike out MS - Aug 4, 2008 - 9:53 PM Iron Maidens invite Fairfield County bikers to saddle up for boot scootin, Hair Raisin Ride - Jun 24, 2008 - 7:43 AM Fairfield County bikers invited to boot scootin, hair raisin ride - Jun 17, 2008 - 7:57 AM First 100 guests receive Iron Maidens HOG Wild Tees free - May 15, 2008 - 10:56 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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