Participants and spectators wanted for today's Johnson Lane bike parade

Staff Reports

Participants and spectators are needed for the Independence Day Bike Parade that begins at the Johnson Lane General Store at 5 p.m. today and continues to a barbecue at the Johnson Lane Fire Station.

Johnson Lane resident Elizabeth Furry said she started the bike parade with just her children in 2000.

"It's become a fun tradition for our area," Furry said. "The parade is open to everyone " it's a Norman Rockwell sort of thing. We'd love to have kids come with their decorated bikes and we love to have spectators."

Cost for hot dogs, soda and chips is $3. No motorized vehicles are allowed and children must wear helmets. Prizes for best decorated bikes. Expect a visit from the Douglas County Sheriff's Mounted Posse.

Information, 267-6531.