Flint River Roll events scheduled
Five events planned for October through May
By Staff Reports
ALBANY — Dates have been set for some upcoming Flint River Rolls in downtown Albany.
The event, which includes bicycle riders pedaling around downtown with live music and food trucks, are set for Oct. 29, a Saturday, and Dec. 2, a Friday. The rides will begin at the Albany Convention & Visitors Bureau at 112 N. Front St. Officials say starting times will be announced later, as will the times and dates for Flint River Rolls in March, April and May of the 2017.
The Rolls are sponsored by the CVB, downtown Albany manager’s office and the Pecan City Pedalers.
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