Making Buying Local Easy

Did you know you can buy Gift Certificates that are good for purchases at almost any business in Arlington Heights? The Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce sells them, and if you are a lover of keeping your local economy vibrant (and who isn't?) they make great Gifts for Coaches, Teachers, Mail Carriers, Loved Ones. Or just for that person in your life who is difficult to shop for.
More info HERE.

What's this thing do?

There is still time to sign up for our Bicycle Repair and Safety Class. Get a patch kit and multi tool then learn how to use them.
This class is for people aged 16 and up.
Mondays the 8th, 15th, & 22 in February at 4:30 pm for about an hour each day.
Olympic Indoor Swim Center Basement.
Call Park District to enroll. 847-577-3000

More kiddie Fun

According to many people an even better way to learn how to ride a bike then bike's with training wheels, is running bikes.

All over Europe little tikes are pushing them selves along on these neato little two wheelers.

Recently the Rivedel reader published a great article about them, featuring the Radio Flyer and Puky versions, which if I was a little more computer savey I would be able to include here, but I'm not.

When we started this blog, a guest told me about these little things, which piqued my interest enough to investigate them.

It turns out that there is a company that does distribute them to Independent Bicycle Dealers here in the states: Adams, the Trail a bike people.

We just got delivery of a couple of them, so if your little one is ready to take this step, stop in and check them out.

They are super cool.

Fun for Kids

Looking for something for the kids to do in Jan? Mabye let them have a little fun and learn how to work on their own bikes?

We are hosting an Arlington Heights Park District Class:
Bicycle Repair and Safety
If you enjoy riding your bike and would like to learn how to perform some simple repairs, and maintenance, sign up now! This class will cover repairing a flat, adjusting your brakes and daily care and up keep of your bike. During class you will also learn about proper fit for your bike, as well as your helmet. We will also share some tips for safe riding in your neighborhood. Bring your own bike, or demonstrate on one of ours!.
Class 4130-9 - Age 10-15 yrs - Location Campbell St. Bicycle Shop - Day Monday - Time 5-6 pm - Date 1/14-2/4 - Fee $20 - # ofClasses 4 - Openings Enroll

Hopefully this link works, but if not. just go over to http://www.ahpd.org/ and click on the winter program guide. Our program is listed under "Variety, Preschool, Youth and Adult. Scroll down the page and click the Enroll link.

Space is limited, so register soon.

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