Kids, Deck Out Your Bikes To Win Prizes

Kids love a parade, and so does Amling's Cycle. The Niles bicycle shop is sponsoring a bike decorating contest for kids on Monday, July 4th. The kids can then ride their bikes in the Niles Fourth of July parade.

In order to participate, children should show up at Notre Dame College Prep, at Dempster and Ozark Streets, Niles, between 8:15 and 8:30 a.m. with their bikes decorated in a Fourth of July theme. Amling's Cycle will have free giveaways for everyone as well as prizes for the top two decorated bikes; for kids six and under and for kids from seven to 12.

“We’ll be making noise, having fun and wishing everyone holiday spirit,” said Sarah Bennett of Amling's, who is running the contest.

The parade kicks off at 9 a.m. from Notre Dame College Prep. Amling's Cycle invites anyone to bring their bikes and join shop members in the parade.

“Come one, come all,” Bennett said.