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The public is invited to the first “Blessing of the Bicycles” by St. Alban's Episcopal Church at 1 p.m. sharp on May 1, rain or shine.
Based on the annual tradition begun at the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine in New York City and popularized around the country, the event will be brief. Bikes will be blessed by the Rev. Sara Potter, rector at St. Alban's, and prayers will be offered for those injured or lost during the past year.
All ages and levels of experience, from children learning to ride bikes to career cyclists to those for whom a bicycle is a primary mode of transportation, are encouraged to attend. Regardless of one's religious beliefs, all are welcome to join in community and fellowship to offer thanks and prayers for both cyclists and bicycles.
The event is free and open to the public. Feel free to wear your bicycle attire. Gather in the inner parking lot in front of the church at 1675 Chester Ave. in Arcata. Organizers will “pass the helmet” and if you wish to make a donation (perhaps as much as you spent on your last snack break while out riding), it will go directly to St. Alban's community outreach programs.
http://www.times-standard.com/lifestyle/ci_14951286
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