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Chiang Mai ToyRide 2008

In Aid of Disadvantaged Children

www.chiangmaitoyride.com (Under Construction)

January 6th Event Summary

On Sunday January 6th, hundreds of riders on motorcycles of all types and sizes, laden with toys, games and stuffed animals, will parade through Chiang Mai and then create a massive pile of toys to be given to needy boys, girls and babies. Following the success and popularity of similar events in other parts of the world the Chiang Mai motorbike community has come together to organise the first Chiang Mai ToyRide for disadvantaged children: a ride around Chiang Mai, an optional loop to Samoeng and a festive charity party at Huai Tung Tao Lake with toy presentations to kids.

All Chiang Mai motorcyclists are invited to join the event whether their bikes are large or small.

No admission charge: just bring along a new toy to warm a needy child’s heart.

The toys will be distributed by the non-profit organization Give and Live. www.giveandlive.org

It is expected that the event will create a great deal of media interest and that it will become an annual event. It is our aim to make the Chiang Mai ToyRide the biggest event of its kind in Asia.

Objectives of the Event

1. To collect toys to give to disadvantaged Thai children and bring a smile to their faces

2. To promote goodwill between the Thai and overseas motorbike riding community and the people of Chiang Mai

3. To have fun!

Event Timetable

Sunday January 6th

1, Buy a toy and meet at the Tesco Khamtien at 10:00 am

2. Motorcycle parade through the city (see accompanying map for the proposed route)

3. Road ride to Samoeng, those not wishing to ride as far can go directly to Huai Tung Tao Lake

4. Afternoon/evening party at Huai Tung Tao Lake, including food and drink vendors, fun and games and most importantly, a presentation of toys to local needy children with the help of Give and Live.

Saturday January 12th – Children’s Day

There will be presentations of toys to different groups of hospitalized and disadvantaged children throughout the city. Interested riders are welcome to come along.

Come as a rider, or a sponsor, or just come!

Hundred of motorcycles adorned with toys riding through Chiang Mai will create an amazing

spectacle and generate tremendous interest. The 2008 Chiang Mai ToyRide will be a major charity event that is set to become an important part of the city’s calendar. Everyone is invited to participate and join the fun.

For more Information please contact:

Email: [email protected]

English Charles Begley

Telephone: 087 180 4665

Thai Sirirat Straghan

Telephone 086 919 6285