Summertime means seasonal workers, many of them international students without a way to get around town.
Again this year, First Congregational-United Church of Christ in Grand Marais will loan used bicycles for a $40 refundable deposit through its Workers On Wheels (WOW) Bike Program. Last year more than 60 bikes were loaned.
The program is supported by Moving Matters and individual donors who have contributed money for bike and helmet purchases, and to the crew of volunteers who maintain and check out bikes.
Employers are asked to make note of WOW hours and dates, and inform their summer workers of the WOW Bike Program; group pick-ups may be arranged through the church office. Workers may check out bikes, get help with minor repairs, or just come for coffee and conversation through Oct. 1 on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; and Thursdays 2 to 4 p.m.
First Congregational Church is located at 300 W. 2nd Street, Grand Marais. More information may be obtained by calling (218) 387-2113.
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