2012 Community Tour Walks, Bikes and Rides Into Wilmington! May 29, 2012

Join Us at Empire Park to Celebrate the Spirit of Community

WHAT: The 2012 Community Tour celebrates those who give their hearts, time and skills to strengthen communities. The two-month program kicked off on May 12th in Miami, Florida, and continues up the East Coast, following the route of the East Coast Greenway and culminating in Portland, Maine, on July 7th, the International Day of Cooperatives. The Tour features eight major weekend stops in key cities along the northerly route, including Miami, Charleston, Durham, Fredericksburg, Wilmington, New York City, Providence and Portland. Additionally, smaller weekday events will take place at stops along the route between the key cities. While events and activities vary by market, the overall theme of cooperatives, community service and volunteerism will be the hallmark of each celebration.
The Cape Fear Cyclists Annual Picnic will feature local guest speakers, presentation to Mayor Bill Saffo for support of bike trail development and various vendor tables including Cape Fear Cyclists, City Safety Campaign: May is Bike Month, "See Share and Be Aware", ECG Table, Cabot/Tour Table. Mayor's Ceremony and Exhibits are open to the public; BBQ by invitation only.


WHEN Tuesday May 29th at 5:30pm

WHERE Empire Park 3405 Park Avenue Wilmington, NC 28403

WHY: JOIN US FOR THIS FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT TO 1) Learn about the Florida to Maine trail system created by the ECG 2) Learn about how Mayor Saffo has supported bike trail development throughout the city 3) Learn about the Cape Fear Bike Club 4) Learn about how local coops in the area are contributing to your community!

WHO: The 2012 Community Tour was created by Cabot Creamery Cooperative and fellow sponsors and supporters, including 2012 International Year of Cooperatives, AARP Create The Good, Credit Union National Association (CUNA), East Coast Greenway Alliance (ECGA), HandsOn Network, Marriott and National Life Group. Local event sponsors and participants include Cape Fear Cyclists.

FOR MORE INFORMATION visit www.communitytour.coop

Official Website: http://www.communitytour.coop