Long awaited Steve Penley masterpiece unveiled

We were truly honored last night to have renowned artist Steve Penley unveil his long awaited masterpiece created exclusively for the National MS Society – Georgia Chapter to promote the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. His artwork will serve as the design for the jersey to be awarded to the top 100 fundraisers from this year’s Atlanta ride!!

We would like to express our gratitude to Steve Penley for his work and Linstrum+Matre Artworks for hosting the event.

The evening was filled with excitement about the painting and the upcoming September ride. On hand was National MS Society- Georgia Chapter President Roy A. Rangel; artist Steve Penley, National MS Society- Georgia Chapter Board Chairman Gary Grant and National MS Society National Board Chairman Weyman Johnson

Remember that registration fees increase on August 1, so register online.

Renowned Atlanta artist Steve Penley unveils his masterpiece created exclusively for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride

This Tuesday, July 29, Steve Penley’s latest work, created exclusively for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Georgia Chapter, will finally be unveiled at Linstrum + Matre Artworks. We are honored that this work of art will serve as the design for the jersey to be awarded to the top 100 fundraisers from this year’s Atlanta ride!! We are so thrilled to have such a talented artist contribute to the event. This jersey is sure to be one of the most coveted in the history of the ride. Steve Penley, a Georgia native, is celebrated for his use of bright colors and expressionistic brush strokes to turn everyday and iconic images into vivid creations.

After the unveiling we'll post Penley's masterpiece for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride “Top 100 Club” jersey design.

Cyclist on a billboard raises awareness for MS

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us yesterday. WIth our cyclist 40-feet above, we had tons of people honking their horns as they drove by, onlookers taking pictures with their phones, and an enthusiastic crowd on hand. A BIG thank you to CBS 46’s Better Mornings program for their coverage (should be able to post the video soon), as well as Zakk Tyler from Dave FM and Randy Cook from WGST 640 AM — we even had the traffic helicopter fly by! Listen to the interview with Chapter President, Roy Rangel and Randy Cook.

Also, a big thanks to those the donated their time and efforts – ClearChannel Outdoor for making the billboard available, Mayors Jewelers for allowing us to have the billboard for the day and Starbucks for providing some free coffee and danishes.

Next week, we’ll have the unveiling of Steve Penley’s artwork at Linstrum + Matre Artworks that was created exclusively for the Georgia Chapter and the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. His artwork will serve as the jersey design!!

Remember registration fees increase on August 1, so register online today at http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/.

Cyclist rides atop Atlanta billboard to end MS!!

Atlanta’s first ever cyclist riding atop a billboard
on Tuesday July 22, 2008 to help create a world free of MS
and promote the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride 2008
at 3330 Piedmont Rd. (in front of the Disco Kroger).

Yes, there really will be someone riding a bike on a billboard!
Come cheer the rider on from
6:00 – 9:00 a.m.; noon – 1 p.m.; 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Georgia Chapter President Roy Rangel, Captain of The Coca-Cola Company Bike Team Mark Neville and Decatur Mayor and Honorary Team Captain, Bill Floyd will be there to join you.

Go to http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/ and register to ride or volunteer for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride 2008 this September 13-14 at Callaway Gardens.

MS stops people from moving and impacts more than 8,500 Georgians.

The Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride is our largest, two-day cycling event
that raises more than $1.2M towards a cure for MS.

Welcome!

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Georgia Chapter would like to announce:

WE HAVE A BLOG!

Our new blog, Cycling to Create a World Free of MS, will be all about our signature event of the year- the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride- which raises more than $1.2 million dollars towards a cure to MS.

We’re riding and volunteering in support of more than 8,500 Georgians that live with MS.
On this blog, we’ll post news, big and small, including:
· Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride event updates
· Local cycling resources and experts
· Training tips and route maps
· Polls, photos and more

Speaking of updates, sign up now for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. The registration fee increases from $35 to $50 after July 31.
To register go to http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/.

BIG things are happening with the Georgia Chapter including a stunt never seen before in Atlanta to promote the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride.

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