Decatur Active Living

October is Biketober!

September 28, 2022 by Gael Doyle Leave a comment

October is Biketober!
Biketober is a fun and free competition to encourage metro Atlantans to experience the joys and benefits of riding a bike. Decatur Active Living has 3 events to get you pedaling this October.

Boo & Brews – October 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a 6 mile, Halloween themed ride around Decatur! After the ride we will visit a neighborhood brewery for refreshments and camaraderie. Meet in front of the Decatur Recreation Center.

Monster Bike Bash – October 27 at 7 p.m.
Dress up and/or decorate your bike and ride 6 miles around Decatur neighborhoods and check out Halloween decorations. Meet in front of the Decatur Recreation Center.

Spooks & Spokes (Family Ride) – October 30 at 2 p.m.
The ride will start at Harmony Park and go approximately 2 miles at a slow, child-friendly pace. Bring your water bottle and join the fun! Helmets are required.

Win a $1,000 REI gift card with Georgia Commute Options
Register for Biketober before October 1 to be eligible to win a $1,000 for REI! Click here to register!

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Trails & Ales this Thursday at 6:30pm!

September 20, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Let’s discover Decatur’s urban trails and check out some of our local breweries! Meet us at Sceptre Brewing Arts at 6:30pm, we’ll trek around Decatur and then head back for a round! Join us this Thursday for September’s Trails & Ales! Questions? Email Gael.Doyle@decaturga.com

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Join us for Bikes & Brews Tomorrow!

September 15, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

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Memorial Walk honoring Dave Schneberger this Saturday!

September 12, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Join us this Saturday, September 17, to honor the life of our dear friend and Pedestrian Advisory Committee member, Dave Schneberger. We will meet at Decatur Recreation Center at 9:00am for a short walk to Sycamore Park where stories and Dave’s poetry will be shared. Dave loved gelato so be sure to have a cup from Cremalosa at the park. See you all there as we celebrate Dave’s remarkable life.

Filed under Adult Sports, City of Decatur, Decatur Active Living, Exercise, Walk Decatur, Walking

Earn-a-Bike

September 7, 2022 by Gael Doyle Leave a comment

Free workshop on September 24, 10-2pm at Legacy Park.

Practice bike handling skills and build your bike knowledge!

Learn how to ride smart with drills and practice riding.

Earn a free bike – While supplies last.

For more information contact civilbikes@gmail.com

Filed under Decatur Active Living, Exercise, Youth Classes, Youth Sports Tagged with #Ibikedecatur

Labor Day

September 2, 2022 by Gael Doyle Leave a comment

Decatur Active Living will be closed on Sunday, September 4th and Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day.

Have a good holiday weekend and be sure to check out the Labor Day celebration on the Square. Join us Sunday, Sept. 4 at 4 p.m.! The event will feature a DJ, fun family activities, and a firework show. See you there!

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Oakhurst Recreation Center

September 1, 2022 by Gael Doyle Leave a comment

Thanks to everyone who was able to make it out on Saturday for our Grand Opening! The Oakhurst Recreation Center is now officially open! Our current hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 9am-6pm.

Our hours will expand as we begin to get more programs and activities in the building.

Check out pictures from Saturday on Decaturish

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See you tomorrow for the Oakhurst Recreation Center Grand Opening.

August 26, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Join us this Saturday, August 27, at 11am for the grand opening of Oakhurst Recreation Center. We will have a ribbon cutting to celebrate the work accomplished then tour the facility. The fun does not stop there! Beginning at noon, there will be various exercise classes including Dance Aerobics, Yoga, and more. Be sure to provide your input for Recreatur: Decatur’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan. See you all there!