Ride Your Heart Out Poker Run

Motorcycle enthusiasts, get your bikes ready. Bayfront Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda are preparing for their second annual “Ride Your Heart Out” Poker Run to benefit the American Heart Association on Feb. 21, 2015.   

Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. at Bayfront Health Punta Gorda’s Medical Office Building parking lot at 713 East Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, with last stands up by 11 a.m..  Bikers will make four stops to draw cards, and then end the run at Black Widow Harley Davidson at 2224 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte, where all drivers, passengers and spectators can enjoy BBQ and live music. Prizes will be awarded for the best and worst hands, and a silent auction and raffle will be held. 

Cruisers, choppers, touring or sport bikes, and even sedans, coupes, trucks and SUVs, all motor vehicles are welcome.

Entry fee is $20 for drivers and $10 for passengers, which includes a poker hand and lunch. Non-riders can purchase a meal for $10. All proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association. For additional details, check back here as the event grows near, or call 941-766-4285.

February is American Heart Month and as Charlotte County’s American Heart Association “My Heart. My Life.” cause partner, Bayfront Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda are hosting activities and events throughout the month to educate the community on how to improve and maintain heart health. More information on upcoming events is available at BayfrontCharlotte.com.