‘Safety on Wheels Bike Rodeo’ event to promote youth bicycle safety set for today

CENTERVILLE — The Centerville Noon Optimist Club and Centerville Police Department are set to host the “Safety on Wheels Bike Rodeo” event today.

The annual event is scheduled to take place on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital South near the corner of Clyo Road at Wilmington Pike.

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Children of all ages are encouraged to attend and bring their bicycles.

In cooperation with the Centerville Police Department and Miami Valley Hospital South, bikes will be given a pre-safety check before kids attempt to test ride the “obstacle course” in the parking lot, according to a release. Bicycle helmet fittings will be available.

“In many ways, it takes an entire community to make sure that our children grow up in a safe environment,” said club President Gary Hansen. “With programs like this, Optimists hope to do our part in assuring that children enjoy safe cycling.”

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