Annual Ride of Silence planned for islands
The Sanibel Bicycle Club, Billy’s Bikes and Matzaluna The Italian Kitchen will host the annual Ride of Silence for the islands on May 19 at 7 p.m. leaving from the restaurant, at 1200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. The worldwide event takes place on the third Wednesday of May every year. Club members, friends, neighbors and the community are invited to take part in the silent event to honor fellow cyclists who have been killed or injured. The short slow-paced ride will travel over two bridges on the Sanibel Causeway to the turnaround point underneath the Causeway and then return to the restaurant. Helmets are required, and bike lights are strongly encouraged. Participants should plan to arrive no later than 6:45 p.m. to sign a waiver. Following the ride, Matzaluna will offer discounted food and drinks for all participants. To register in advance, visit https://sanibelbicycleclub.org and click on “Event Calendar.” For more information, contact Allison Todd at allisonht13@gmail.com.