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Here are just some of the recent events that Barb's Harley-Davidson® organizes or participates in, benefiting and honoring the brave men and women of the U.S. Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and EMTs -All First Responders.

We specially honor all of our first responders with quarterly appreciation weeks.

Special 'Thank You' to our own local fire departments, and Fire Fighters everywhere!



 

November 29 and 30th: Civic leader tour from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to Lackland Air Force Base San Antonio

November 23, 2016: Annual Thanksgiving eve "Bowling for Veterans" event

November 16, 2016​

November 13, 2016

November 12, 2016: Burlington county celebration for Veterans Day, and swearing in of new Air Force recruits

November 10, 2016: Marines birthday at Cookies Tavern in Philadelphia. Annual ride from Barb's to Cookies

Barb attends boot camp for honorary commanders at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

October 15, 2016: Barb's Harley-Davidson®, proud sponsor of Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation Gala

September 24, 2016: Supporting the Spartan Race at Lincoln Financial Field. Team Tun Tavern, one Airman and two Marines. Go Tun Tavern Team!

September 23, 2016: Supporting the local Air Force ball

August 24, 2016: In Boston at the annual Harley Davidson® summer dealer meeting. Barb and Tony learning more about military sales to better serve our local police department and DoD

August 20, 2016: Barb's Harley-Davidson® hosting what is to be the last 9/11 ride from Shanksville Pennsylvania to the site of Ground Zero in New York City

June 22, 2016: Honored to be honorary commander for Chief Hutson of the 621st CRW

May 22, 2016: 10th annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride from Barb's Harley-Davidson® to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Thanks to everyone who makes this ride possible. Proceeds from the AFFR supports Burlington County Military Affairs Committee, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law-Enforcement Foundation

May 15, 2016: Biannual airshow at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

May 13, 2016: Biannual Air show at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Ride to support all branches as well as Burlington County Military Affairs Committee

April 26, 2016: Supporting the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law-Enforcement Foundation "Gathering of Heroes" in Philadelphia at the Irish pub. A wonderful yearly event!

April 24, 2016: Celebrating the 621st CRW at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

April 24, 2016: Celebrating air power at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

February 27, 2016: Dr. Eugene Richardson shares his story at Barb's Harley-Davidson. Dr. Richardson is an original Tuskeegee Airmen

February 25, 2016: 621 CRW annual awards banquet at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

  • February 13,2016: Montfort Point Marines check Presentation

  • December 13, 2015

December 3, 2015: Getting coins at Barb's Harley-Davidson®

November 25, 2015: Barb's Harley-Davidson® annual Thanksgiving eve "Bowling for Veterans."

November 10, 2015: Annual ride to Cookies tavern for Marines birthday

November 8, 2015: Barb receives civic leader Army support award from Colonel Reverend Floyd White

October 24, 2015: Barb's Harley-Davidson® proudly supports the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation and organization that benefits the children and families of fallen military and police officers.

September 25, 2015: Supporting the New Jersey Air Force Ball

August 19 2015 - Touring JB-MDL , civic leader and Honorary Commander programs.

August 22, 2015: America's 9/11 Ride

  • March 26, 2015: Barb attends Boot Camp Day with other Honorary Commanders at JB-MDL. Here is Barb with friend and Goldstar Mom, Judy Tapper

  • November 29, 2014: Barb supports the Chief Master Sergeant Recognition Ceremony at JB-MDL with Chief David O'Hara from the 621st CRW. Barb is proud and honored to be Chief O'Hara's Honorary Commander.

  • November 29, 2014: Barb receives a wonderful award from the Marine Corps.

  • November 26, 2014: Barb's Harley-Davidson® and staff take homeless veterans bowling on Thanksgiving Eve with the Rolling Badges MC.

  • November 10, 2014: Barb attends the Marine Corp's Birthday Celebration at Cookie's Tavern.

  • October 25, 2014: Barb attends the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation Gala.

Barb with Medal of Honor recipient and friend, Harvey "Barney" Barnum Jr.

October 22, 2014: Barb and others travel to Arlington National Cemetary to say farewell to a great American hero, Medal of Honor Recipient, Jon Caviani

October 20, 2014: Barb's Harley-Davidson® welcoming home 1st Lt. Marilyn Pendlyshok!

  • September 27, 2014: Barb's Harley-Davidson® held a Toby Keith Ride to his concert with a portion of the ticket sales benefiting the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation.

  • August 20, 2014: Barb's Harley-Davidson® supports the Air Force Ball at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

  • August 20, 2014: Barb presents a check to Burlington County Police, Fire & EMS for their help with the 8th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride.

  • August 20, 2014: Barb and Barb's Harley-Davidson® supporting a JBMDL Air Force event.

August 16, 2014: Barb's Harley-Davidson® welcomes America's 911 Ride from Shanksville, PA to Ground Zero. Every year the ride stops at Barb's for lunch.

  • July 31, 2014: Barb and several other riders escort Medal of Honor recipient Jon Cavaiani from the Philly Airport to Reilly's Funeral Home in Philadelphia.

  • July 11, 2014: Colonel Williamson - change of command ceremony at JB-MDL.

June 16, 2014: Barb and Ukee Washington from CBS Philly supporting our military!

June 14, 2014: Barb hosts a ride to the Hedger House to celebrate the Army's 239th birthday!

  • June 7, 2014: The Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation held their 20th Annual Atlantic City Gala.

  • May 18, 2014: The 8th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to support the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation

    Barb is pictured here with State Senator Donald Norcross

Barb is pictured here with Sergeant Major Anthony Young (RET) US Army.

May 1, 2014: Barb's hosts ride to McGuire Air Force Base for biannual Air Show.

  • April 17, 2014: Barb took part in the Gathering of Heroes Fundraiser at the Irish Pub in Philadelphia which raises money for Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation.

  • April 4, 2014: The Burlington County Military Affairs Committee mission is to act as a liaison between county based military commanders and the civilian community. Barb is pictured at the BMAC Awards Dinner with Colonel Tobin of the United States Marine Corps.

November 21, 2013: Barb attends Honorary Commanders Boot Camp at Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst

  • December 7, 2013: Green Knights MC present their flag to Barb's H-D

  • December 7, 2013: Nam Knights MC present this plaque to Barb's H-D in recognition for Barb's support of military and law enforcement personnel.

  • December 4, 2013: Barb's Harley-Davidson® receives an award from the Burlington County Military Affairs Commission and Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst (JB-MDL) for being the Community Member of the Year. Pictured here with
    Major General Rick Martin from JB-MDL.

  • November 21, 2013: Barb attends Honorary Commanders Boot Camp at Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst

  • November 10, 2013: Barb's supports the Marine Corps Birthday with a ride to Cookie's Tavern in Philly. Happy Birthday Marines!

  • October 26, 2013: Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation Gala to support children of police and military killed in the line of duty. Barb is pictured her with Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient, Harvey C. “Barney” Barnum, JR.

  • October 19-21, 2013: Barb's supports the International Association of Chiefs of Police Convention. Barb's was proud to have the convention in Philadelphia.

  • October 11, 2013: Rolling Badges, LE MC, presents Barb with a presidential award, plaque, and patch set as she is inductucted as an honorary member of the club.

  • October 03, 2013: Burlington County Military Affairs Committee Dinner.

August 17, 2013: Barb attended the 911 Ride with fellow riders, police, firefighters, and other first responders. The ride stopped at Barb's for lunch on its way North. (Right: officers pulling out from Barb's, Below: Barb with two officers)

  • July, 2013: Barb's Harley-Davidson® teams up with Toby Keith to raise $2300.00 for the Wounded Warriors Transition Unit at Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst.

  • July, 2013: Barb attends a ceremony at Joint Base to welcome home a U.S. Airforce C-118.

  • June 22, 2013: Barb hosts the Buffalo Soldier's Ride in Party as they make a stop here for lunch.

  • June 12, 2013: Barb and the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee welcome General Salva to Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakeurst

  • June 25, 2013: Colonel Urso purchases a Sportster 48 from Barb's Harley-Davidson® that was signed by General Amos, General Grey, and five medal of honor recipients.

June 8, 2013: Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. (left) and Commandant General Amos (below, left) sign a Sportster from Barb's, which was raffled off to benefit the Marine Corp. Law Enforcement Foundation.

May 19, 2013: The 7th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride leaves Barb's Harley-Davidson® and heads to Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst

May, 2013: This Flag of the United States of America was flown at Camp Patriot, Kuwait Naval Base on 24 April 2013. The men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces serving our nation at Camp Patriot during Operation Enduring Freedom express their gratitude for the patriotism and support of Barb's Harley-Davidson® with its presentation to Barb via Skype in May of 2013.

April 10, 2013: The Gathering of Heroes at the Irish Pub.

March, 2013 Philly's finest at West Point Society Gala:

February 8, 2013: Centurions MC present their banner to Barb. It is proudly hung in our showroom. Centurions MC is made up of active and retired police officers, and sponsored civilians. We proudly support Centurions MC

February 1, 2013: Thank you to the men and women at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Here are some members of the 305th AMW on a tour of Philadelphia after Wing Bowl 21.

  • December 7, 2012: Barb receives the "Patriot Leadership Award" from Chief Ferraro at the Veteran's Career Expo at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia

  • November 2012. Thanksgiving dinner with the troops!

  • Sitting down for dinner

  • Oct. 20, 2012: MCLEF Gala with Guest of Honor: Lt. General Willie J. Williams

Check presentation to MCLEF by Barb from the money raised at the 6th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Thank you Riders!

October 4th, 2012: Burlington County Military Affairs Appreciation Dinner. Thank you to all who serve and protect

  • Sep 28th, 2012, Air Force Ball - Barb and original Tuskegee Airman.

  • August 2012 - Colonel Williamson 305th AMW and Barb, honorary commander for Colonel Williamson.

Change of command ceremony JBMDL

  • Toby Keith Ride August 18, 2012- Thank you to Camden Police and Haddon Township Police for leading our ride safely to Susquehanna Bank Park.

  • June 27, 2012 - Barb attends the 8th & I parade at the Marine Barracks in Washington DC

  • Barb and Commandant General Amos

  • Barb and General Zilmer

  • June 20, 2012 Colonel Murphy, Change of Command Ceremony at JBMDL

  • July 17, 2012 - Farewell dinner at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst for Colonel Paul Murphy, Commander of the 305th Air Mobility Wing

June 14-15, 2012 - Barb and other community and civic leaders flew from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to Little Rock Air Force Base, then on to San Antonio Air Force Base where they met with other civic leaders to broden community and Joint Base relations.

April 20, 2012 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® proudly hosted the 2nd Annual Joint Base Motorcycle Mentorship Ride.

 

  • May 12-13, 2012 Air Show at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

  • June 9, 2012 Medal of Honor Recipient, Jon Cavaiani and Barb @ BMAC Gala

  • April 16, 2012 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® visits with Lieutenant General Richard Newton at The Pentagon in Washington, DC

 February 29, 2012 - MCLEF Gathering of Heroes

February 24, 2012 - Military personnel were treated to a breakfast at Barb's Harley-Davidson®, sponsored by the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee (BMAC). Brulington

County Military Affairs 5th Tuesday meet and greet at the Mount Holly Elks. Thank you Joint Base members!! 

  • January 27, 2012 - Major General Martin guest speaker at 305th AMW awards ceremony at Joint Base Mcquire, Dix, Lakehurst January, 2012 - 305th Air Mobility Wing Awards Ceremony

  • November 21st, 2011 - The “Can Do” 305th Air Mobility Wing flag being presented to Barb's Harley-Davidson® by Colonel Murphy and 305th Airmen at a Philadelphia Flyers game.

December 21, 2011 - Members of the Defenders M/C South Jersey One Chapter present Barb's Harley-Davidson® with a special banner as a thank you for her continuing support throughout the years. The Defenders Motorcycle Club are active and retired members of Law Enforcement, Military, Emergency Services and Public Safety professions. Barb's Harley-Davidson® has been a strong supporter of their rides, activities and brotherhood for many years now.November 24th 2011- 8th Annual Thanksgiving for the troops.Over 300 soldiers were brought down from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst for a Thanksgiving feast!

  • October 15, 2011 - Philadelphia Marine Corp Law Enforcement Foundation Dinner Fund Raiser

  • November 10th, 2011- Barb's Harley-Davidson® and Sue organized and led their annual ride to Cookies Tavern in Philadelphia, PA to help the U.S. Marine Corps celebrate their birthday.

  • October, 2011 - Colonel Murphy and Barb's Harley-Davidson® with returning Soliders , Marines and Airmen at the Burlington County Military Affairs Dinner for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

 >September, 2011 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® presents a check to the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. On Friday, September 9th, Barb's Harley-Davidson®  held its 2nd Annual Toby Keith Ride to the Susquehanna Bank Center. A portion of concert ticket sales at our dealership benefitted the MCLEF of Philadelphia. September 11, 2011 - Hundreds of riders gathered at Barb's to "Ride, Remember and Reflect", on this day, the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks. God Bless America...."We will NEVER forget!" September 11, 2011

Barb's Harley-Davidson® was among those who were recognized for their participation in the dedication of the "9-11 Memorial & Monument of the Delaware Valley".  August, 2011 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® is presented with a military coin collector case from the Army Support Activity Safety Office, Fort Dix, NJ for her "outstanding support" of the First Annual Motorcycle Mentorship Ride.  May 15, 2011 - Riders get ready to depart from Barb's Harley-Davidson® to Joint Base-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst for the 5th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride.

  • July, 2011 - Joey Vento (owner of Geno's Steaks in Phila.) shows Barb's Harley-Davidson® and a number of U.S. Airmen the proper way to make a Philly cheesesteak. Barb's Harley-Davidson® and Russ Reign of the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee treated the Airmen to a fun day in Phila

  • September 11, 2011 - At the request of the Brooklawn, New Jersey Police Captain, Barb's Harley-Davidson® organized a ride on 9-11-11 to the dedication of the "9-11 Memorial & Monument of the Delaware Valley". Hundreds of riders gathered at our dealership, many of whom were police, firefighters and EMT personnel.

  • September 9, 2011 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® and 92.5FM / WXTU hosted the 2nd Annual Toby Keith American Ride to benefit the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia (MCLEF).

  • October 30, 2010 - Some of "Philly's Finest" at the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Dinner

  • April 8, 2011 - General Bender and Colonel Murphy at Joint Base-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst April 8, 2011 - Barb with General Bender at Joint Base-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

    April 8, 2011 - Brigadier General Gina Grosso Pinning Ceremony

  • October 30, 2010 - Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Dinner

September, 2010 - Ft. Dix Change of Command Ceremony

  • June 26, 2010 - For many years now, the New Jersey Buffalo Soldiers have chosen Barb's Harley-Davidson® as the starting point for their annual Children's Ride For Life Event. This year, in observance of her continued support, the Buffalo Soldiers presented Barb's Harley-Davidson® with their colors, specially-framed, making her an honorary member of the Buffalo Soldiers New Jersey Chapter.

  • June 10, 2010 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® and her staff threw a party for members of The Defenders M/C, in appreciation for their contributions of public service. The Defenders M/C is a fraternal motorcycle club for active and retired law enforcement, emergency services, military and public safety professionals. They currently have over thirty chapters throughout the United States

  • May 16, 2010 - Barb, Sue and Lieutenant General Ronald Coleman getting ready for the 4th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride.

  • November 10th 2009 - Happy 234th Birthday to the Marine Corps! What a great celebration. The event is held every year at Cookies Tavern in South Philadelphia. The city closes off the entire city block on Oregon Ave. and the street in full of MARINES! Click photo to view more pictures.

Barb and Colonel Kerr lead over 1200 down the flight line at McGuire Air Force Base during the 4th Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Thanks to everyone who signed the first flag at the parts counter. We sent this flag to the men and women of the 514th Air Mobility Wing out of Mcguire AFB. This was taken in the "war zone" in Afganistan and passed through Haiti. The men in this picture sent an email saying "thanks" and the flag after making its rounds will be proudly displayed at 514th hall of fame at McGuire AFB. November 26, 2009 - Thanksgiving dinner with 280 airmen and soldiers from McGuire AirForce Base and Fort Dix. Over 500 people showed up to welcome our military. Thanks to The Patriot Guard Riders, The Warriors Watch, Defenders, NAM Knights, Vietnam Vets and the Camden County H.O.G.®  motorcycle clubs. Everyone enjoyed a fantastic dinner, had a great time and went home with Harley-Davidson®  prizes, sports memoribilia and tickets to a Sixers game. 

  • Barb did Harley® trivia and Vince Papale, Gary Maddox, Gary Cobb and Pervis Ellison presented sports trivia. A great time was had by all! November 15, 2009  Barb's Harley-Davidson®  hosted the live broadcast of "The Chiefs Corner" which airs on Crusin' 92.1 FM. Special guests included Barb Borowiec, Colonel Kerr and Joe Vento from Geno's Steaks. Chiefs Corner is a weekly program that focuses on local police, firefighter and military issues and discussion.

  • November 5, 2009 3rd Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride check presentation. Money raised from our annual military support ride to Fort Dix / McGuire AFB is split between the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. Join us on May 16, 2010 for our fourth ride to support the troops!

  • October 9-10, 2009 - Military dinners weekend. Barbs Harley-Davidson®  is a big supporter of the USO. The USO is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to support the troops by providing morale, welfare and recreation type services to our men and women in uniform. On this night, Barb presented a check to Colonel Kerr from the 514th Air Mobility Wing at McGuire Air Force Base. The funds were donated by the dealership to the airmen of the 514th and were 10% of a Saturday's sales at our parts and Motorclothes departments. Barb serves as Colonel Kerr's Honorary Commander.

Each year half of the money raised at the Armed Forces Freedom Ride is donated to the Philadelphia Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation. The MCLEF in the Philadelphia area helps fund scholarships for the children of military and law enforcement personnel who have given their lives while serving the citizens of the United States of America. Barb is pictured below with Medal of Honor recipients, First Lieutenant U.S Army, James A. Taylor and Staff Sergeant U.S. Army, Jon R. Cavaiani. Jon is a dear friend of Barbs H-D®  and is a guest of honor at the annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride, along with the Philadelphia Highway Patrol, who got all Medal of Honor recipients safely to the gala that night.

September 26, 2009 - Hero Thrill Show. Barb's Harley-Davidson® continues to support the Hero Thrill Show. This show brings awareness to the community and supports families of fallen officers. The Philadelphia Drill Team put on a heart stopping show, as well as the bicycle team and canine unit. Thank you Philadelphia Police and police officers everywhere. Click photo to view more pictures. September 5, 2009 - P/O Isabel Nazario Memorial Bike Run.

Barb and Sue proudly took part in a special memorial bike run, in honor of fallen P/O Isabel Nazario. The tribute ride left form the Philadelphia Police Academy and ended at Annie Bailey's Irish Pub in Lancaster, Pa. Click photo to view more pictures. June 27, 2009 – New Jersey Buffalo Soldiers M/C Annual Children's Ride For Life. Barb's H-D®  was the registration and starting point for this annual event. Hundreds of riders and supporters met at our dealership to participate in the ride to Millcreek Park in Willingboro, NJ. Proceeds benefited the UMDNJ / New Jersey University Hospital New Jersey / New Jersey Medical School Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis & Treatment Center. A very impressive showing by Buffalo Soldier chapters from various states, police escort from the Willingboro Police Department and supporters from numerous motorcycle clubs made for a very successful fundraising event. Barb was, again, recognized and honored by the Buffalo Soldiers as being supportive of the club's efforts, time and time again. Later that night, the benefit continued at an afterparty, held at the Chocolate City Silver Lake Ballroom at the Irish Pub in Clementon, NJ. Click photo to view more pictures. June 13, 2009 - 1st Annual Westampton FOP Lodge #147 Police Survivors Benefit & Motorcycle Run.Despite the weather a lot of motorcyclist showed up at Barb's to participate in the 1st Annual Motorcycle Run. The riders left Barb's and headed to the grand opening of Dublin Square Pub in Bordentown, NJ for some good food, DJ and entertainment for the whole family. Everyone attending the ride received a free tee shirt! Proceeds to benefit Philadelphia Police FOP Lodge #5 Survivor Fund. Click photo to view more pictures. May 17, 2009 - 3rd Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Despite the rain falling in the morning, hundreds of motorcycles gathered here for our 3rd annual AFFR. Color Guards from McGuire AFB were here to present the colors. The national anthem was sung by SSgt. Jessica Sherman and then a blessing of the bikes. Camden County HOG did a great job of organizing all the riders to get everyone off safe and sound. Once we left the dealership on our way to McGuire/Ft. Dix not one drop of rain fell on us. This years Grand Marshals were Brian Thacker and H.C. "Barney" Barnum Jr. Both Medal of Honor recipients. We were led by the New Jersey State Police, along with Medford, Pennsauken and Willingboro and the Philadelphia Highway Patrol. Motorcyclist had all of Rt. 295 to themselves besides the spectators waiting at each exit waving to all the riders. One of the highlights of the day would be riding down the flight line at McGuire AFB. Ceremonies began at Doughboy Field in Ft. Dix. Everyone was treated to a great BBQ lunch and enjoyed music by Brynmawr. Ceremonies included speeches from the Honorable Jim Saxton, Col Ronald Thaxton and Col Gina Grosso read the citations of the Medal of Honor recipients who also got up to speech to the crowd. All monies raised will be split between the Burlington County Military Affairs and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. A great day was had by all!! If you have never participated in this GREAT event, you wont want to miss it next year! It is a great opportunity to show your support to our military community and to all that serve this great nation. Click photo above to view more pictures. January 24, 2009 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® proudly sponsored the Brave Spirits "Thank You Party for the Patriot Guard Riders." Hosted by McFadden's Restaurant at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, the event paid tribute to members of the Patriot Guard Riders, who continuously show sincere respect for America's fallen heroes, their families and their communities. We, in turn, are honored to pay respect to the Patriot Guard Riders and to their selfless dedication. December 2008 - Barb receives the U.S. Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation submitted by SFC Michael Rogers for her contribution to the Army community. As Soldiers serve, the support of families and communities sustains them so they can do what must be done to protect our freedoms. We would like to thank all of our U.S. Army Soldiers past and present who protect and serve our country everyday.

October 12, 2008 - Barb's Harley-Davidson® joined forces with the Philadelphia Highway Patrol, members of Camden County H.O.G., the Green Knights of McGuire AFB, local Army representatives and local police and firefighters to pay tribute to Sergeant Patrick McDonald who was killed in the line of duty on September 23rd. In an awesome display of salutation, over 700 motorcyclists rode from Barb's Harley-Davidson® to Resurrection Cemetery in Bensalem, Pa. to pay their respects to Sgt. McDonald and his family at his final resting place. Sgt. McDonald was an eight year veteran and member of the elite Philadelphia Highway Patrol unit.

July 31, 2008 - 2nd Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride Check Presentation. At an awesome BBQ dinner held at the Palmyra Cove Nature Park, a crowd of uniformed men and women from Fort Dix and McGuire Air Force bases attended the check presentation by Barb's H-D to the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. Each received a check in the amount of $15,000 from the 2nd Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Medal of Honor recipient, Brian Thacker and Fox 29's, Don Tollefson gave heartfelt speeches to the attendees. June 27, 2008 More bikes are presented to the Philadelphia Highway Patrol. Barb's proudly presented another three FLHP Harley®s to the Philadelphia Highway Patrol, as part of the Cops Wheels, Inc. program, started by Barb and Phila. attorney, Jimmy Binns in July of 2007. The program originally provided 25 donated bikes to the Phila. Highway Patrol. May 18, 2008 – 2nd Annual

Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Wow! The 2nd Annual AFFR brought out nearly 1000 bikes and raised over $45,000 for the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. The 1,101 participants rode from Barb's Harley-Davidson® to Fort Dix Military Base & McGuire Air Force Base in Burlington, NJ. Riders are given the opportunity of a lifetime, riding down a of a McGuire Air Force Base flight line! Afterwards, all participants are treated to lunch and great entertainment at Ft. Dix. Be sure to join us for the 3rd Annual AFFR on May 17, 2009. February 8, 2008 Soldiers visit Barb's Harley-Davidson®. Burlington County Military Affairs Committee events coordinator (and Barb's Harley-Davidson® friend), Russ Regn took soon-to-be-deployed military from Fort Dix on a "road trip" which included a stop at Barb's Harley-Davidson® to check out the new bikes and gear. They loved it! October 26, 2007 Barb named Honorary Commander. Barb was sworn in at McGuire Air Force Base by Colonel James Kerr as his Honorary Commander for the 514th Air Mobility Wing. October 6, 2007 Barb receives plaque from U.S. Army. At our 20th Anniversary Celebration, Barb was awarded a plaque by the Blackwood Army Recruitment Station, commemorating twenty years of her service to the South Jersey Community and the U.S. Army.

September 22, 2007 Barb receives the Marine Corps Eagle Globe and Anchor Award. In a prestigious ceremony at the Liacouris Center in Phila., Barb was honored as the recipient of the award for her hard work and dedication to the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation, the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and all who serve our country.

July 28, 2007 Barb's Harley-Davidson® hosts arrival of 2nd Annual North East 9/11 Memorial Ride.

Hundreds of riders were treated to lunch at Barb's H-D as they made their way to Ground Zero, NYC to pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11/01. The ride benefited a scholarship and military hospital. July 4, 2007 Bike Presentation to the Philadelphia Highway Patrol. At a ceremony in front of the Franklin Institute, Barb's Harley-Davidson® presented 25 New 2007 FLHP's to the Philadelphia Highway Patrol/Traffic Unit. A few years prior, Barb had noticed that the Phila. Highway Patrol was riding 1987-1989 Harley®s and felt that "Philly's Finest" needed to be on newer bikes. She and local Phila. attorney, Jimmy Binns, created "Cops Wheels, Inc." which resulted in the donation of a new FLHP by Barb's Harley-Davidson® and 24 more from local Phila. citizens and businesses. May 20, 2007 First Annual Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Organized by Barb's Harley-Davidson®, the AFFR is an annual, fund-raising ride that goes from the dealership to Fort Dix Military Base / McGuire Air Force Base in Burlington, NJ. The first annual ride raised over $20,000 which was split between the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation of Philadelphia. Over 750 people participated in the first annual AFFR. December, 2006 Barb's Harley-Davidson® became an official drop-off location of toy donations for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Program. Now, every year from October thru December, Barb's Harley-Davidson® collects hundreds of toys which are distributed by representatives of the U.S Marine Corps Reserve to needy children in the local community.

November, 2006 Barb attends special dinner, held by the U.S. Marine Corps, in honor of Medal of Honor recipient, Jon Cavaiani. Oct. 5, 2006 President George Bush Sr. and recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor sign Road King, donated by Barb to the MCLEF. August 27, 2006 Barb's Harley-Davidson® sponsored the Last Patrol M/C Run to the Battleship New Jersey. On the same day as the official MCLEF bike donation, Barb's Harley-Davidson® hosted the arrival of the North East 9/11 Memorial Ride which then proceeded to Ground Zero, NYC. The ride raised funds for a scholarship and a military hospital. Aug. 26, 2006 Barb's Harley-Davidson® donates H-D® Police bike to the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation (MCLEF) / Philadelphia, PA. The bike then began a nation-wide tour, being signed by nearly all one-hundred and ten living recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor and former U.S. President George Bush, Sr. May 20, 2006 Barb's Harley-Davidson® proudly sponsored the Haddon Township Police D.A.R.E. Car Show April 23, 2006 Barb's Harley-Davidson® hosts the Blue Knights M/C Memorial Toy Run. Every April, we make the dealership available to the Blue Knights to organize their annual toy run to Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ. In 2005, Barb became a member of the Burlington County Military Affairs Committee (BMAC), supporting active military personnel and their families at Fort Dix Army Base and McGuire Air Force Base in Burlington, NJ.

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