1st ANNUAL STARS & STRIPES APPRECIATION CELEBR

Attending

Invited

thanks for the invite but won't be able to make it..be safe

Thank you for the invite, but I have to turn it down. I am going to be in NC that weekend moving the rest of my stuff to Fla. Please keep me in mind for future rides... Y'all stay safe...

sounds like a fun time., thanks for the invite, have family coming the 4th. maybe next year.

If Ihad my own bike I would be there.. as it is.. any one.... need some one on the back of their bike!

Thanks for the Invite my friends....Couldn't imagine a better cause my friend. I will be there in spirits fo-shur

wished I could, but I would have to take a few days off to attend since I'm in GA. Don't have any vacation left. Maybe next time...to all attending "HAVE FUN"

Thanks for the invite...wish I could pull that off, but can't do it this time. You all have fun & ride safe! ~ACE

Sounds like a blast, but I'll be sticking close to home that weekend. SUPPORT A VET, THEY FOUGHT FOR YOUR FREEDOM!

Good morning all, Thanks once agian for all the support to the Gulf Coast, here in Gulfport Mississippi. There's going to be alot of things to do while your here on the coast for the 4th of July week, we have the 61st Fishing Rodeo going on in Biloxi, MS Gulf Coast Bike Cruz'n the Coast Fest helping bring back the local and out of state tourism, Bay St. Louis Crab Fest, Jimbo's of Motor sports Bike and Car cruz'n and party on Sat the 4th at the Shed BBQ on Hwy 53 3 mile from my event, This is the time to get out and enjoy the sites of the coast and then come back to the Stars and Stripe's Rally and support and party with all the VFW's, PGR's Active Duty, Retired and all Verterans. Thats what the 4th of July is about. Were going to have a great bike show with money and 4ft trophies , Vinnie and Cody will be part of the Judging, we will be having the Gulf Coast Bikini Contest during that day as well they will be giving the trophies to the winners and photo op's, The camp grounds are filling up , also have rooms blooked to our web site, tell them your with the Star's and Stripes event to get a room at event pricing, see you there and remember Vinnie and cody will be parting at Buddy's Inn in Gulfport at 28th and 49th street on the 1st of July signing T-Shirts and Meeting and greeting also the Bud Girls will be there. Door prizes will be given away, On 2nd July Vinnie and Cody will be doing a signing Breakfast at the Hilton Garden Inn in Gulfport across from the Airport at 08:00 - TBD , that night they will be at the Night Club Micheals of Gulfport at the Best Western from 8 - 9 signing T-Shirts and meeting and Greeting, there will be bikes on display and the Official Stars and Stripe Bike will be present along with other custom bikes. Can't wait to see you all there this is going to be one hell of a 4th, fire works on site are permitted in camping area only, nor fire works will be permitted in activity area due to saftey. thanks everyone see you all there, Tell them Steve sent you there and have Brad & Ray the other dawg's of the Company buy you a beer on them, tell them Stephen said it was ok to do that's only a 100 beer to them if you'll come. Thanks Stephen any questions please call me @ 228-243-1799

Thank's for the ivite, but will be supporting Vet's and Troop's in one of Texas' oldest running parades in Weston, Texas!!! L & R to ALL!!!

thx for the invite, but cannot make it. Much love & respect!!

Sorry brother, i will be in Sparks Oklahoma at that time. thanks for the invite.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE INVITE! WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS HOWEVER HAVE ALREADY MADE OTHER PLANS! AGAIN THANKS & TO ALL HAVE A GREAT TIME! SUPPORT OUR VETS!!!!!

Sorry we will not be able to attend due to lack of work.

I would love to make that ride but don't think I can make it this year. Thank You for the invite,, don't forget me next time.

Just wanted to say Thanks for the invite, sorry we will not be able to make it. Have a great safe ride!

If your looking for rooms , we have hotels blocking rooms off for the we, you need to go to the web site and registerto the hotels, we have links to them and tell them your with the Star and Stripes event to get the discounted rooms, If you have any question please call me and I'll be happy to help you out 228-243-1799 Just want to thank everyone thats coming we have a big event for the week plus a great Gulf coast with great place to eat , have a beer and the Coast line to ride.

Thanks for the invite but won't be able to attend... I really wished I could make this event... Ride safe but hard...

As much as I would like to join Sorry

Thanks for the invite but we can't make this one. Good luck! Ride Safe & Ride Smart!

Thanks but I have too much in June already going on and got a vacation coming up I need to start saving for. Ride hard stay safe!!!

Thank-you for the invite however I will not be able to make this ride!Awesome way to support our veteran!Everyone ride safe and have fun! Will be with you in spirit! Hugs Mystikal

This would be great.thanks to our veterans....too far for me to get there

Thx for the invite...but I wont be able to make this one..but sending out much love to our Veterans!

Thanks for the invite darlin, but I have to work. Maybe next time. Thanks again, have a blast for me!

It is going to be a great week! I am looking forward to attending, working hte event a meeting new friends!

I would like to thank all the local riders that came out to the volunteers meeting yesterday Sun 31st, it was overwellming to see the power of the internet, thank Mississippi Patriot Guard , Ghost Riders of Mississippi and the local riders. There's a big buzz around the internet and I get at least 10 of more calls a day wanting information about the event. If you all don't mind by telling a friend, Thanks Stephen Harmon Staff Seargeant ( Med Retired ) U.S. Army 82nd Airborne, Infantry Disabled

Thanks for the invite but too far and I'm scheduled to work that week with our Summer Reading Program

Thank you for the invite, this is a bit far for me and we have our annual summerfest celebration this week up here. I hope you all have fun, Drive Safe. :)

Thanks to all who are supporting us in out event. Stephen Harmon Staff Seargeant U.S. Army 82nd Airborne, Infantry Disabled

If your looking for a room go to www.MyGulfCoastHotels.com or call best Western @ 228-864-0050 - Holiday Inn 228-679-1700, Hampton Inn 228.868.3300 , Hilton Garden Inn 228-863-4996 there all in Gulfport Mississippi, rooms are filling up these are the hotels that Vinnie and Cody, molly hatchet and Black Foot and Thunder sleds will be staying at, Best Western of Gulfport will be having the kick off party with Vinnie and Cody Thursday at the Night Club ( Michaels ) Vinnie and Cody will be doing a meet and greet breakfast 2 July at the Hilton Garden Inn of Gulfport that morning before heading out to the fair grounds.

Ok its time for me to crash, Thanks to all with your questions , i'm burned out, see you all in the morning , drop me a line if you have any more ???

To all the out of state riders coming in you can link to our web site and Molly Hatchet will be staying at the best western and bkack Foot will be staying at Hilton garen In, Vinnie and Cody will be staying at the Holiday Inn all the hotels are in Gulfport off the main drag, Hwy 49, There will be a kick off part at the Night culb there in the best western on the 2nd of July with Vinnie and cody doing a meet and gret at the culb around 7:00 to 8:30 TBD depending how they feel , when they finish signing they will probly get out and walk around the culb to meet the fans and just BS with all. There all excited to get down here to party with all of use and show off there new custom Bikes, We will also have local custom builderds as will a large bike vendor village, were going to be having a battle of the bands to see who is going to be the start up for BlackFoot. Thanks to all and we'll be seeing you all soon, site's are booking up fst of RV camping , we have plenty of Non power site as well , If you have any ????? write or call me at 228-243-1799 or e-mail me at HarmonconstructS@aol.com.

We'll be there!

Wont be able to make it...sounds great! :(

Sounds like alot of fun...but it's just a little too far for me to come this time...thanks anyway!!

Also for all the riders interested in the event , can you shoot out the word to your friends and family, Thanks Stephen

For out of state riders if you need a RV spot or a room e-mail me or call, we will help you find a room with the local hotels in the area. The RV pots at the event are filling up fast, if your interested in the RV spot go to the web site and register HarmonconstructS@aol.com or 228-243-1799

Thank you for the invite; wish I could make it. I already have plans for the 4th. Please keep me in mind, though. (=

Wish I could but can't leave state due to a sick sister..

Local and state vendors to help generate state revenue through sales of food, beverages and apparel. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 5000 - 8000 SPECTATORS. Looking to invite a National BBQ cooking contest. Hoping to begin a tradition that will bring family and friends together to enjoy the festivities of the 4th of July week. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 20,000 TO 30,000 SPECTATORS. The effects of a seven day event while working with the other festivals events will be: 1) Increased tourism. ? Area restaurants will enjoy an increase in customer attendance. ? Local area hotels and campgrounds will enjoy an increase in extended stays. ? Local merchants will increase their sales, as cycle enthusiasts are known to spend money recreationally. ? Local entertainment establishments will have increased profits for 7 days of this event. 2) Due to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Bike Fest and National Fishing Tournament in Biloxi and possibly starting a National BBQ Contest with Kansas City BBQ for the 2010 venue. We will bring in national named entertainment for this annual event and bring back the great Gulf Coast Cities back on the map for the rest of the nation to see us grow. Once the Bike Fest participants, fishing rodeo spectators have experienced a taste of the Southern hospitality here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, they will spread the word to other friends and families. This will have an overall effect on tourism throughout the year. 3 Dawg’s & Fufu’s Too LLC. Owners Brad Whitfield Stephen Harmon

Set up a meet and greet with Vinnie and Cody of V-Force Customs on July 2, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the local Verizon Store with Z95.3 FM on remote site and have a free coke wagon beverage give away with a ticket to Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot concert. Contacted the Public Affair's Officers of the Seabee base in Gulfport, Camp Shelby and Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi to be posted in the local event columns. Concert of an American Icon of great southern rock: Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot to perform 3 July. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1000 -12000 SPECTATORS. Bikini Pageant contest for MS Gulf Coast Winner. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 3000 5000 SPECTATORS. Bike show with Trophies for Custom, Custom HD, Custom Chopper Vintage and Rat bike. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. Midway Carnival for local and out of state spectators to enjoy; over 12 adult and kid rides, 10 game and 4 food vendors. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC OF 8000 - 10,000 SPECTATORS. BBQ contest with 4 meats: Brisket, Pork, Ribs and Chicken. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 3000 - 5000 SPECTATORS. Hot Dog eating contest and Apple Pie Baking contest for the local and out of state spectators to participate in. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1000 - 1500 SPECTATORS . Bike, Food, Watercraft, RV, ATV, Craft vendors that will be set up during the week for sells and informational interests. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 3500 -5000 SPECTATORS. Request the US Navy Sea Bee's of Gulfport to set up a Static Display for the public. . DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. Armed Forces Recruiters will be on hand to pass out there information on recruitment. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1000 - 1500 SPECTATORS. Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and the Disabled American Veterans will have booths to hand out information on recruitment. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. General Lee automobile owned by LINAL CHEOL of the Kiln, MS will be on display. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 2500 - 3000 SPECTATORS. Harley-Davidson of Biloxi will be present with their promotional bike to Raffle off. . DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 6000 - 8000 SPECTATORS. V-Force Custom Bikes Mr. DiMartino, Vinnie DiMartino and Cody Connelly previously with American Choppers, will bring their first built V-Force 1 custom motorcycle to the event with other builds and do a meet and greet. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 7500 - 8000 SPECTATORS AND SEND OUT E-MIAL LIST TO 600,000 SUBSCIBERS. Kick-off parties at a local bar and grill where we will have ticket sale and ticket giveaways with live remotes from Kicker 108 and Z95.3 at The Dock of Gulfport on Wednesday until event begins. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. Kick-off parties at a local bar and grill where we will have ticket sale and ticket giveaways and a custom chopper valued over $60,000.00 on display owned by Mr. Harmon, with radio ads from Kicker 108 and Z95.3 Michael's of Gulfport Saturday until event begins, July 2 at 6 pm - 8 pm. Set up a meet and greet with Vinnie and Cody of V-Force Customs, with a custom bike set up inside Michaels' bar and Grill for display. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. Kick-off parties at a local bar and grill where we will do ticket sale and ticket giveaways with radio ads from Kicker 108 and Z95.3 Buddy's Inn of Gulfport on 18:00 -20:00. Set up a meet and greet with Vinnie and Cody of V-Force Customs on July 1st, the DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1500 - 2000 SPECTATORS. After party will be at Michael's of Gulfport with Vinnie and Cody to meet and greet. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 1000 - 1500 SPECTATORS. Local and state wide bands will play during the week leading up to the concert. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 500 - 1000 SPECTATORS. Incorporate a local car club to have a car and bike show for spectators to enjoy the new and old vehicles of yester-year. DRAW OF THE PUBLIC EXPECTED: 5000 - 8000 SPECTATORS. Local and sta

29 June to 5 July 2009 Harrison County Fairgrounds 15321County Farm Road Gulfport, MS 39503 To; Potential Sponsors / Vendors From: 3 Dawgs & Fufu's Too, LLC 4309 Adcock Street Moss Point, MS 39563 228-243-1799 Stephen 228-623-7089 Brad 228-206-0935 Fax Celebrate our great traditional Independence Week in remembrance of our fellow men and women that severed and paid the ultimate sacrifice for our great country. This is a time to have friends and family join together, enjoy music, food, fellowship with our veterans, families and friends. Purpose of the weeklong event is to help restore & improve the beauty and the life of the Mississippi Gulf Coast following the destruction suffered from Hurricane Katrina. There will be other events during this week such as: The National Fishing Rodeo in Biloxi and The Mississippi Gulf Coast Bike Fest along Hwy 90 and surrounding cities. This will be accomplished by inviting a multitude of visitors, fishing tournament participants, spectators, local family and friends to enjoy the 4th of July week and what it stands for: honor, pride in the United States of America and our veterans who served and is serving honorably for this great nation to be free. The company is constructed of medically retired, retired and families members that have served in the Armed Forces honorably. Members of the company are very active in the District #1 for the Tri-counties (Jackson- Harrison and Hancock) Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Patriot Guard Riders of Mississippi. We will be donating portions of the proceeds to both non-profit organizations to help support our Veterans in need. There will be live entertainment throughout the week as well as open markets for shopping. Major entertainment personalities will be enlisted in this endeavor as well as local and state entertainment personalities. Corporate and Local sponsors for this event will be enlisted to expand the broadcasting of the event. Our intent: The first year was over 4800 bike riders with over a draw of 2500 spectator to open up the Biloxi bridge in 2007. The second year a draw of bike riders was over 10,000 with no big venue and the only events were the fishing rodeo and riding to casino's and local bars. Our intent is that this event grew over double just by e-mailing and very small amount of advertizing. Purchased a large venue of radio on kicker 108 and Z95.3, Cable One TV on 5 networks, State tourism website, VFW's of Mississippi chain of command channels, Patriot Guard Riders web site of Mississippi, Biker.com, motocyclemonster.com, bikeevent.com. USRider.com, bikervendors.com, bikeweek.com, cyclematters.com, PGR Ronnie with over 500 bike e-mail list of surrounding states, Harmon construction e-mail list of over 900 of past and present clients friends, family food vendors, craft vendors, bike vendors, BBQ competitors and asked them to pass the word through the power of e-mail, stood up in front of over 3500 bike rider at the 2009 Bike Expo and talked about and promoted the event in person, sent friends and family to Bama fest with over 3000 riders, sandy hook with over 3000 riders Panama Thunder beach with over 100,00 rider, Myrtle Beach rally with over 300,000 rider, listed on Molly hatchet web site, Blackfoot web site, V-Force Customs web site, and Broken Spoke Saloon web site. Set up a meet and greet with Vinnie and Cody of V-Force Customs on July 2, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the local Verizon Store with Z95.3 FM on remote site and have a free coke wagon beverage give away with a ticket to Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot concert. Contacted the Public Affair's Officers of the Seabee base in Gulfport, Camp Shelby and Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi to be posted in the local event columns. Concert of an American Icon of great southern rock: Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot to perfor

Would LOVE to attend but my ole man wrecked on his bike this past Thursday. He is in the ICU and getting better but slowly. please,, everyone have a cold one for us and keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

I have attached the photo's of the bands and the other thing that going to be the are the event,Vinnie and Cody will be there to meet and greet, MS coast Harley will be the to sell tickets to raffel off a 09 deluxe HD, These are actual pics of the Midway, you can go to the web site for more info, thanks for your interest.

Thanks to all interested in our event, its at the harrison County Fairground off I-10 exit 28 north 6 mile on the left, we have 130 rv site water and electric, the bike show has money and trophie along with MS. Gulf Coast Bikini contest if you have any question write back or call I will send you any informaytion you'll need My e-mail is HarmonconstructS@aol.com or 228-243-1799 if you can pass it around and lets get the Gulf Coast back and show the rest of the country what Mississippi has to offer down here.