Ride Like an Animal, the second annual motorcycle benefit ride in support of the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center, routes riders along the Quabbin Reservoir and concludes at the Holyoke Lodge of Elks for food, raffles, contests and live music by the local band Equinox. Bikers and non-bikers are encouraged to attend.
Aug. 8, 10-11 a.m. rider registration, $25 per motorcycle, 627 Cottage St., Springfield. Post-ride celebration: 1 p.m., $7/kids, $15/non-bikers, 250 Whitney Ave., Holyoke, (413) 781-1484, www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com.
