The Bicyclist Safety Act has been signed by the governor, and will take effect July 1.

Classic Cycling Movie at The Lyric Theater in Blacksburg, Sat. Jan. 12

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The New River Valley Bicycle Asssociaion presents a special screening of the classic cycling movie, “The Flying Scotsman,” at The Lyric Theater in downtown Blacksburg, Saturday Jan. 12 at 3:00pm. The movie is the true story of amateur Graeme Obree, who in 1993 broke a world record with a bike of his own design, made from scrap metal and washing machine parts. Admission is just $1 for the general public, and free for members of the New River Valley Bicycle Association — including new members who join at the event.

Bring a useable bike part to donate to the Blacksburg Bicycle Collective.

Everyone is encouraged to ride their bike to the event.

“The Flying Scotsman” is rated PG-13.

For more information, call The Lyric Theater at (540)951-4771, or visit their website at www.thelyric.com.

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