





Open Streets event Sunday in Decorah



Water Street and Main Street (from River Street to State Street) and the blocks in between will be closed to automotive traffic and "opened" for walking, running, bicycling, skating and all other forms of people-powered movement in this celebration of wellness.



All activities are free and are centered around fun and fitness.



"We have such a beautiful area to live and play in, and it's a great place to experience local foods, community and being active. Decorah Open Streets will bring all these things together and celebrate healthy living, which is the essence of Decorah," said Heidi Skildum, Decorah Open Streets activities co-chair.



Activities the whole family can enjoy will be offered along the Open Streets route.



There also will be educational opportunities on the Open Streets route including commuter safety and basic bike maintenance.



Participants can also test their leg-power at the pedal-powered energy bike demonstration. A wellness fair and booth area located in the Fareway parking will provide information about the many businesses and organizations in Decorah that promote wellness.



Live music stages will be presented by KPVL 89.1 Community Radio. Performers include Mike McAbee, Amalia Vagts, Michelle Lynn, Bo Monro., Faust & Field and Brahman Shaman. T-Bock's, Oneota Food Co-Op and Driftless Catering will provide curbside treats.



For event details and general information or to become part of this event go online at decorahopenstreets.com, like Open Streets on Facebook or contact David Paquette, event director by e-mail at david@energydistrict.org or call 382.4207 ext 4#.



Decorah Open Streets is made possible through the leadership and initiative of many local partners. They include: Luther College, Northeast Iowa Community College, Winneshiek Medical Center, Gundersen Lutheran, DECO, Decorah Bank and Trust, Decorah Rotary, Midwest Group Benefits, Enlightened Living Now, Northwestern Mutual, Group Benefits Design Corporation, KPVL 89.1 Community Radio and Zelda Productions Graphic Design.



The Winneshiek Energy District is the fiscal agent for Decorah Open Streets. All contributions in support of Decorah Open Streets are tax deductible.



A new event for the entire family is Sunday, June 10, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. in downtown Decorah.Water Street and Main Street (from River Street to State Street) and the blocks in between will be closed to automotive traffic and "opened" for walking, running, bicycling, skating and all other forms of people-powered movement in this celebration of wellness.All activities are free and are centered around fun and fitness."We have such a beautiful area to live and play in, and it's a great place to experience local foods, community and being active. Decorah Open Streets will bring all these things together and celebrate healthy living, which is the essence of Decorah," said Heidi Skildum, Decorah Open Streets activities co-chair.Activities the whole family can enjoy will be offered along the Open Streets route.There also will be educational opportunities on the Open Streets route including commuter safety and basic bike maintenance.Participants can also test their leg-power at the pedal-powered energy bike demonstration. A wellness fair and booth area located in the Fareway parking will provide information about the many businesses and organizations in Decorah that promote wellness.Live music stages will be presented by KPVL 89.1 Community Radio. Performers include Mike McAbee, Amalia Vagts, Michelle Lynn, Bo Monro., Faust & Field and Brahman Shaman. T-Bock's, Oneota Food Co-Op and Driftless Catering will provide curbside treats.For event details and general information or to become part of this event go online at decorahopenstreets.com, like Open Streets on Facebook or contact David Paquette, event director by e-mail at david@energydistrict.org or call 382.4207 ext 4#.Decorah Open Streets is made possible through the leadership and initiative of many local partners. They include: Luther College, Northeast Iowa Community College, Winneshiek Medical Center, Gundersen Lutheran, DECO, Decorah Bank and Trust, Decorah Rotary, Midwest Group Benefits, Enlightened Living Now, Northwestern Mutual, Group Benefits Design Corporation, KPVL 89.1 Community Radio and Zelda Productions Graphic Design.The Winneshiek Energy District is the fiscal agent for Decorah Open Streets. All contributions in support of Decorah Open Streets are tax deductible. X