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The Peter Makris Memorial Run (Con’t.) . . .
12:30 PM - After the ride, the adventure continues back at the NAZBar & Grill for the After- Ride Party. The gourmet boxed lunch unfolds, topping even the breakfast with variety and quality, unparalleled by any other bike event. Be treated to a beer “On Peter,” participate in the 50/50 raffle and have plenty of fun with new and old friends. Live, rock- ing music will feature top tal- ent—bands like The James Montgomery Band have graced The NASWA stage to bring fun to the party all afternoon.
The Beneficiaries
Thanks to the support of the ride, Easter Seals NH “Veterans Count” Program now has a Lakes Region Chapter, with Cynthia Makris, Peter’s daughter, as President. The organization supports all U.S. military— active duty, veterans and their families with important personal, financial and family services. Veterans Count has proven a valuable resource to area vets and The Peter Makris Run has donated over $175,000 to this venerable organization.
A staunch supporter of the Laconia Fire Department, Makris led the start of the Fire Department’s Life Saving fund and helped purchase the first Fire Rescue boat. That Life Saving Fund, funded by the Peter Makris Memorial Run for the past 14 years, has finance the water rescue unit of the Laconia Fire Department since no state tax dollars were appropriated for this important Lake Winnipesaukee service. This year Fire Chief Kirk Beattie said the funds would be used to send a firefighter to paramedic school. Over the years, the charity expand- ed its support to include the area Community
Emergency Response Team (CERT).
Building Dreams For Marines
was added this year, to commem- orate Peter Makris’ proud service in the US Marine Corp. This non- profit with a volunteer Board, is committed to retrofitting veter- ans’ home to make them more accessible to those with mobility issues as a result of combat or service-related injuries. In 2020, the fund made a wish come true for veterans, donating 60 boxes of solar Christmas lights for the NH Veterans Home in Tilton. This gift brought much needed holiday cheer and light to those suffering
Cynthia leads the Peter Makris Memorial Run around a lap at NH Motor Speedway.
in isolation through the pandemic.
“My family is proud to honor our father’s wishes and values,” says Cynthia Makris, president of the NASWA Resort, “My 96-year old mother, still active in the opera- tions and events at The NASWA, rode with Peter for years and we all support his causes. Our family remem- bers Peter by giving to those he supported—our town, our veterans and those who protect us. We are proud of him, his work and his memory.”
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Speeding into the turn!
Nelson and the NazGirls welcome all riders!
Photo Courtesy: Naswa
Photo Courtesy: Naswa
Photo Courtesy: Naswa