CVMA 6-8

After the severe weather that came through today, our thoughts are with everyone across the Greater New Orleans area and surrounding communities who were affected. We hope everyone is safe, checking on their people, and taking care of one another.

As we look ahead, CVMA® LA 6-8 is continuing to prepare for our annual **Biketoberfest** event in Plaquemine.

This will be a sanctioned event with a bike show, live band, raffle items, live auction, 50/50 draw, scavenger hunt, food trucks, vendors, and more.

**Location:**
Plaquemine Community Center
57845 Foundry St.
Plaquemine, LA 70764

**Friday, October 30, 2026 at 6 PM**
Meet and Greet / Trunk or Treat / Costume Party

**Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 9 AM**
Bike Show and Event Day

Bike show early registration is **$20**, or **$25 at the door**. People’s Choice Best in Show.

Mark your calendars, share the flyer, and help us make this a strong event for the veteran community.

For more information, contact David “Flasher” Broce at **(225) 588-6127**.

Good morning from CVMA® LA 6-8.

We are continuing to build momentum for our upcoming Biketoberfest Sanctioned Event at the Plaquemine Community Center on October 30-31, 2026.

CVMA® LA 6-8 is working hand in hand with the City of Plaquemine and the Mayor’s Office to help make this a strong community event in support of veterans, families, riders, and local businesses.

We are still looking for vendors, food trucks, local businesses, sponsors, and community groups that want to be part of the event.

We will also be attending the City of Plaquemine July 4th Celebration with our raffle bike and flyers for Biketoberfest. Come see us, check out the bike, grab event information, and ask how you can get involved.

Biketoberfest Event Details
Plaquemine Community Center
57845 Foundry St, Plaquemine, LA 70764

Friday, October 30, 2026 at 6 PM
Meet and Greet / Trunk or Treat / Costume Party

Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 9 AM
Bike Show / Live Band / Raffle Items / Live Auction / 50-50 Draw / Scavenger Hunt / Food Trucks / Vendors

For more information, contact David “Flasher” Groce at (225) 588-6127.

CVMA® LA 6-8 — Vets Helping Vets

Tickets are still available for the CVMA® LA 6-8 2003 Harley-Davidson FLHRI Motorcycle Raffle, but they are limited and will not last forever.

Only 1,000 tickets are available total, and tickets are just $20 each. Proceeds benefit CVMA® LA 6-8 Veteran Support Programs.

Get yours before they run out:

Buy online:
www.cvma68la.com/raffle

Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Drawing: July 25, 2026 at 1400
Location: Paragon Casino Resort, Marksville, LA

Thank you to everyone who has already supported the raffle. Every ticket helps us continue the mission of Vets Helping Vets.

CVMA® LA 6-8 — Vets Helping Vets

Congratulations to Wiley on being selected as the new Chapter Treasurer for CVMA® LA 6-8.

This position carries real responsibility: accountability, stewardship, and keeping the chapter’s business squared away so we can continue supporting veterans, our members, and the mission of Vets Helping Vets.

Thank you, Wiley, for stepping up and taking on the role. We appreciate your willingness to serve the chapter.

CVMA® LA 6-8 — Vets Helping Vets

CVMA® LA 6-8 will be attending the City of Plaquemine July 4th Celebration on July 4, 2026.

We plan to be on site with the raffle bike and flyers for our upcoming Biketoberfess Sanctioned Event. Come by, check out the bike, ask about raffle tickets, and get details on what we have planned for October.

We are also still looking for vendors for Biketoberfess, our October event at the Plaquemine Community Center. CVMA® LA 6-8 is working with the City of Plaquemine and the Mayor’s Office as we continue building this event for the community.

CVMA® LA 6-8 Biketoberfess
Plaquemine Community Center
57845 Foundry St, Plaquemine, LA 70764

Friday, October 30, 2026 at 6 PM
Meet and Greet / Trunk or Treat / Costume Party

Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 9 AM
Bike Show / Live Band / Raffle Items / Live Auction / 50-50 Draw / Scavenger Hunt / Food Trucks / Vendors

Bike Show early registration is $20, or $25 at the door.

Vendors, food trucks, local businesses, and community groups interested in being part of Biketoberfess are encouraged to reach out.

For Biketoberfess information, contact David “Flasher” Groce at (225) 588-6127.

CVMA® LA 6-8 — Vets Helping Vets

The City of Plaquemine is inviting local businesses, organizations, and community supporters to join us for our July 4th Hometown Celebration as we commemorate America’s 250th Birthday and Plaquemine’s rich history.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

• Platinum Sponsor – $3,500
• Gold Sponsor – $2,000
• Silver Sponsor – $1,000
• Bronze Sponsor – $500

Free Boat Parade

Decorate your boat in patriotic colors and join the celebration as we honor our veterans and showcase community pride on Bayou Plaquemine.

Vendor Booths Available

Showcase your business, products, or services for just $20 and connect with thousands of attendees during one of the biggest events of the year.

This is a great opportunity to:

✅ Increase your visibility in the community
✅ Support a once-in-a-generation celebration
✅ Connect with residents and visitors alike

Contact Event Coordinator Lorraine Hidalgo at (225) 687-6891 for sponsorships, vendor registration, and additional information.

CVMA® LA 6-8 Chapter Meeting Recap

Great chapter meeting at Springfield AMVETS Post 68. We had the chapter together, welcomed two guests — a fellow CVMA® member from another chapter, Brandon Boone, and a potential new member — and proudly patched in our newest Auxiliary member, Christy “Sassy” Carroll.

The meeting went smooth and productive. We completed all chapter business in one hour, reviewed recent successes including our bike raffle ticket sales, discussed future meeting plans, and took time to support our own. Prayer requests were sent out for three members, and the chapter passed the hat to help raise funds for care packages for them.

Upcoming dates:

July 19 — Next chapter meeting at Springfield AMVETS Post 68
July 25 — CVMA® State meeting at the Paragon Hotel
August — Meeting location TBD; currently looking at a restaurant ride followed by a meeting
September 20 — Chapter meeting at Boats’ house

HOUSE is also planning a Father’s Day Sunday ride to Abita for lunch, so keep an eye out for details on that.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, handled business, supported the mission, and took care of the family. That is what this chapter is about.

CVMA® LA 6-8 — Vets Helping Vets

We want to give a big thank you to our newest GOLD Sponsor, Freedom Prosthetics of Walker Louisiana, for stepping up and supporting our mission.

Their contribution helps us continue serving veterans, their families, and our local community through outreach, events, and direct support.

This kind of backing makes a real difference.

If you or your business want to be part of what we’re doing, you can learn more about becoming a sponsor here:
https://www.cvma68la.com/spons

Rain or shine... we Ride to Remember.
6th Annual McFlirt's Memorial Ride is in the books.
Today we gathered together not only to honor and reflect on the fond memories of our fallen brother, but to continue the legacy for which he started years ago by paying his respects to a lone marker hidden away in a subdivision park.