METRO CHAPTER 

 

Next Meeting (s): May 12th, VFW, Coon Rapids, 7:00 pm

Coming Event (s): May 4th, Metro Meet & Eat, Welch’s Big Ten, 4:00 – 8:00 pm May 24th, Metromorial, Route 47, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

 

They say time flies when you’re having fun and they’re absolutely right! March might just be one of the busiest months Metro sees all year.

 

We’d like to extend a huge shoutout to our members, as well as members from other chapters, who supported us so strongly this past month. From lobbying for biker rights at the Capitol to representing Metro at one of the biggest biker conventions in Minnesota, we’ve been everywhere.

 

Even a snowstorm couldn’t slow us down as Metro hosted the annual St. Patty’s Warmup at Route 47 in Fridley. Menace kept the party going all night, and the silent auction sparked some serious bidding wars as people competed to take home new treasures. Our bake sale was a hit, satisfying everyone’s sweet tooth with cookies, cakes, and other delicious treats donated by the talented bakers of the Metro chapter.

 

This event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support from everyone who helped. Whether you donated a basket, baked for the sale, or worked the door that night. And to everyone who braved the snow to attend, we appreciate each and every one of you!

 

Bikerday at the Capitol was another big success. Metro had a strong turnout, with members meeting their senators and representatives to advocate for biker rights. We even got the chance to tour the Capitol and check out the gold horses on the roof! If you’ve never attended, keep an eye out for next year, let’s make it the biggest one yet and make our voices heard.

 

Metro also held elections this month and we’re excited to welcome some new faces into leadership roles. A big congratulations to our new members and Sergeants-at-Arms, Aron Lemke and Patricia Griffith. They’ve jumped in headfirst, embodying the spirit of growing our membership and we’re excited to see what they’ll accomplish.

 

Rounding out the month was the Donnie Smith Bike Show in St. Paul. If you stopped by our booth, you probably noticed it looks a little different. Over the past year, we’ve given it a modern facelift and it shows! Metro members worked the booth, connecting with attendees, promoting A.B.A.T.E. and Young Riders and even signing up new members for chapters across the state. It was a great opportunity to network and meet like-minded people.

 

As you can see, March kept us busy and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Now, we’re looking ahead to our upcoming events, especially the Metromorial on Sunday of Memorial Weekend. This family-friendly event is one you won’t want to miss! Southern Express will be rocking Route 47, so bring your friends, bring the kids, and let’s kick off summer together. Donnie Smith Bike Show