Bicycle helmet and health event set for Aug. 2 at YMCA

MEDINA – Orleans Community Health, in collaboration with the Orleans County YMCA and Medina Area Partnership has announced the rescheduling of a Bicycle Helmet and Health Event, which was canceled for July 10 due to weather.

The new date for the event at the Orleans County YMCA is Aug. 2, from noon to 2 p.m.

The event is designed to promote cycling safety and overall health and wellness in the community, according to Scott Robinson, director of Marketing, Communications and Outreach at Orleans Community Health.

“We invite all community members, whether or not they already have a helmet, to join us for an afternoon of fun, learning and community engagement,” Robinson said.

Event highlights include helmet donations, collected throughout late June and early July; and health and wellness information, provided to all attendees and offering insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

“We’re thrilled this event is still able to happen, after the weather had other plans for in July,” Robinson said. “This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn more about cycling safety and health in a fun, interactive environment. If anyone else wants to participate or has information to share, just let us know.”

“Ensuring the safety of our children is a top priority for the YMCA,” said Jesse Cudzilo, executive director of the GLOW YMCA in Orleans County. “We are thrilled to have the community’s support in this important initiative, and together, we can make a difference in the lives of our kids.”

The Orleans County YMCA, Medina Area Partnership and Orleans Community Health state they are proud to work together to bring this event to their community. It is their belief, through collaboration, they can enhance the health and safety of residents.

The event is open for anyone in the community.