Post by Jessica and Ali, Information Services Staff
Bike Month is a celebration of cycling and all things bike-related! Whether it means riding a bike for the first time or for the 1000th time this June, there are opportunities to learn new skills, have fun, and connect with fellow bikers. Biking means helping the environment, saving on transportation costs, and staying active. What isn’t there to love? Keep an eye out for Kitchener Public Library’s Book Pedaler at community locations and events across the city this summer!
Check out some of the ways you can celebrate Bike Month with Kitchener Public Library below.
Bike Month Photo Contest
Take a selfie or a photo of your bike(s) in front of the library, and enter your photo into Kitchener Public Library’s Bike Month Photo Contest for your chance to win gift cards or prize packs! Complete the online form and upload your photo here! There is a maximum of 5 entries per person. Entries are accepted June 1 to June 30.
If you are looking for a challenge, give the 30km Library Bike loop a try! Bike around Kitchener to visit all 5 library locations. Click here to view the interactive bike loop map and click here to download as a PDF.
Cycling Inspired Films on Kanopy
- Ciclovida Lifecycle
- Girl on a Bicycle
- Makala
- Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
- Rad
- The Bicycle Thieves
- Afghan Cycles
- We Are Traffic
- Power to the Pedals
- The Bicycle
- Boy and Bicycle
- Across the Plateau
Plan your next adventure!
Map out your route in Kitchener-Waterloo by reviewing the trails and bike paths in the city. You can do this online at Explore Waterloo Region. They even list bike-friendly businesses!
Want to venture outside the region? Check out 5 cycling adventures in Ontario or check out 7 Northern Ontario historic destinations to ride to.
Wherever you cycle, remember to stay safe and follow the rules of the road. Read more about bicycle safety here.
Have questions? Want more recommendations?
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