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Decatur hosting bike safety fair

By April Hunt
July 5, 2011

Cyclists of all ages are invited to a safety fair in Decatur Saturday in Decatur.

The city’s police and recreation departments are sponsoring the event, which features a chance to register your bike as well as receive a safety check for your bike and helmet. Participants also can ride a safety course designed to help teach hand signals and rules of the road.

The fair is free and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the upper parking lot of Decatur High School on North McDonough Street.

More information: 678-553-6541 or cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com.

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