It’s fun, it’s free and it’s healthy; why wouldn’t you bring the family out to Peddle To The Park in McHenry this Saturday, June 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is hosted at Veteran’s Memorial Park by The Bike Haven, which is right across the street from the park.

The recommended mode of transportation is bicycle and free valet parking is available for anyone who arrives on their bicycle. MJ’s Coffee Bar will provide smoothies, juices and other healthy flavors that tantalize the taste buds. BBQ King is providing pulled pork and more. Star 105.5 is offering live entertainment and broadcasting from the park.

An educational Bicycle Seminar will cover the finer points of riding etiquette and a 50-foot Felt Demo Rig, all the way from California, houses a variety of bicycles for demo rides. The event will also include bicycle vendor information booths and in-house sales and specials at The Bike Haven.

Yes, there is more, including face painting and a bounce house for the kids from Jump House USA.

This is also an opportunity to meet Tony and Michelle Myatt of Total-U-Fitness, Ringwood, and hosts of the Saturday morning fitness program – Totally Fit Radio – on AM 560 WIND.

Jessica Arnow, who owns The Bike Haven with her husband, Josh, said this is the first year for the event. More are to follow.

To learn more, call The Bike Haven at 815-385-4642 or visit http://www.thebikehavenmchenry.com.

You can also call Total-U-Fitness at 800-559-8348 (UFIT) or visit http://www.totalufit.com.