Thursday, May 23, 2013

Tour of Somerville - 2013

Received the following via email from The Downtown Somerville Alliance, http://www.findsomerville.com/ . 

Tour of Somerville  



Take part in a 70-year tradition! This Memorial Day, May 27, head to Downtown Somerville and experience one of the oldest and most prestigious cycling events in America. This FREE community event offers something for everyone! Join us in cheering some of the best cyclists in the world while we honor veterans, reunite with old friends and make new ones, and take pride in our history.
  • Memorial Day Parade (9am)
  • Family Fun Ride (10am)
  • Extraordinary Cycling Races (10:45am-4pm)
  • Kids' Pavilion (11am-4pm)
  • Sports & Music Festival (12pm-5pm)
  • Shopping at Unique Downtown Shops & Street Vendors
  • Restaurants for Every Taste & Food Stands
 
 
 
50/50 Raffle:
 
Middle Earth is selling 50/50 raffle tickets for $1 each for youth programs. The winner will be chosen at the Tour's completion (you do not need to be present to win). You can purchase tickets on the race course or in advance by calling 908-725-7223.
 
 
Donate Bikes:
 
Bring your old bicycles or bicycle parts - in any condition, shape or style - to the Middle Earth tent at the Tour to help launch a teen-operated bicycle shop. Learn more.