Bike Movie Wednesday in Normal
Jeff Yockey
Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 2:53 PM
To: Mercy Davison <mdav...@normal.org>
Subject: Winter bike movie - with a Route 66 theme!
Hello!
The Town is very excited to be showing Bike Vessel as our 2026 “winter bike movie” on Wednesday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at the Normal Theater. (We’ve hosted an annual bike movie for many years – always a great time!) As you will read in the attached press release, this movie has a local twist, featuring a father-and-son duo who ride Route 66 from St. Louis to Chicago in an effort to improve the father’s health. Here’s what they have to say:
Our main goal is to educate the Black community on prevalent health issues. It is important to us that we not only showcase what an unhealthy lifestyle can lead to, but also provide a pathway forward and show what types of adjustments can be made to live a lasting, healthy life. We intend to make Bike Vessel an easily accessible film, [which is why it is being screened for free].
We truly feel like Bike Vessel the film is really the Trojan Horse for the bigger project we have planned: A cross-country tour that celebrates healthy living and a love for cycling. Our campaign will include partnering with health organizations to host screenings and produce literature that people can take after seeing the film. We want the community to leave our events with a greater sense of love for their bodies, love for their health, and hopefully, a new curiosity of exercise through cycling.
EVEN BETTER, the father will attend the event for a Q & A following the movie.
This event should be an uplifting and educational experience, so we hope to see the seats filled!
The Facebook event link can also be shared:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1285637556756219/
The event is coming up quickly, so help spread the word!
Best regards,
Mercy
MERCY DAVISON
Town of Normal | Director of Planning & Zoning
1 Uptown Circle | Normal, IL 61761
OFFICE 309-454-9590 | CELL 309-824-1259
