May Is Bike Month In Decatur

The City of Decatur has declared May "Bike Month" and is going out of its way to promote cycling.

That's only appropriate since the Leagle of American Bicyclists named Decatur a "bike-friendly community" last fall.

The city started offering activities last weekend but the non-stop rain caused problems.  Here's' the list of remaining bike-centric things to do in May, courtesy of Decatur Active Living.

• May 9: Introduction to Bicycle Commuting, 6:30 – 8pm. Free. Decatur Recreation Center. Register on WEBTRAC.
• May 10: Bike Decatur Mobile Social, 6:30pm. Meet at Church Street MARTA for a short ride around Decatur.
• May 13 – 17: Bike to Work Week
• May 17: Bike to Work Day: Riders are invited to stop by Decatur Recreation Center between 7 and 10 am for coffee and pastries before your bike commute to work. Decatur Bikes is also offering a refreshment stop  for Bike to Work Day.
•  May 18: Beginner Group Riding Skills, 10am – 1pm. Class includes one hour of self study. Register on WEBTRAC.
• May 19:  Bicycle South offers an easy no-drop ride to Stone Mountain Park, beginning from the store at 9 am. Refreshments at Bicycle South after the ride.
• May 25 – 26: Bike Valet parking is offered at the Decatur Arts Festival. Sponsored by Bicycle South and the City of Decatur.