Friday November 29 in Union Square Park will be the 16th event in 2024 for Larry’s Bikes of Hornell
By Andrew Harris, pictured is a former happy kid courtesy of the “Bikeman”
Larry will be setup at Union Square Park on Black Friday Nov 29th from 1200pm to 300pm. Look to give out free bikes and helmets ahead of the holidays!
The “Bikeman” is proud to report that he has given out 1175 bikes since Oct 2nd 2021 !!
“We are averaging 375 per year after 15 events here in Hornell. This year we began giving out bike helmets. Tremendous amount of local and non-local help this year,” said Larry.
Thanks to our sponsors and donors. They provide the funds for helmets and bike repairs, and the gently used bikes that make this program possible
Wegmans – primary event sponsor today
Larry Pelkey/Larrys Bikes of Hornell Inc. – event producer and bike fixer
Hornell Moose – most of the bike helmets all year
Hornell Elks – most of the repair parts and tools all year
Rochester Community Bikes – donor of most of the bikes all year
Hornell Police Dept – helmets
The Association – general support
Garcia’s Barber Shop – sponsor of the event at the shop in September
Presbyterian Church of Hornell – general support
Community donors – donated bikes and general support
