The Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library has made changes to the Book-A-Bike Program, including a new location for check-outs.
According to a news release, all bike checkouts are $1 for both library card holders and non-library card holders. The program has also increased the total number of checkouts available by an adult to 5 bikes and the program has expanded its check out locations to include the Hopkinsville-Christian County YMCA on the Eagle Way Bypass.
Executive Director of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library DeeAnna Sova says, “We are excited to have the YMCA as another participant for our Book-A-Bike partnership. The YMCA already provides the health platform, and this will be another inexpensive option for not only YMCA members, but to all of the community.” The book-a-bike program is in its fifth year at HCCPL and was funded by the Indian Physician Alliance Community in an effort to provide bicycles as a resource for a healthier community.
Bikes for all ages are available in three sizes for children, youth and adults. Bike rentals also include helmets. The other locations include the library, the Hopkinsville Visitor’s Center and Planters Bank. The Book-A-Bike program is open to both YMCA members and non-members and bikes can be rented during normal operating hours. The opportunity to check out a bike provides an inexpensive option for families that may want to bike together, but without the larger financial commitment of purchasing bikes.