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At 68, Clarence Bechter decided to live out a childhood dream of completing a cross-country biking adventure in just 52 days, covering 3,000 miles. Hear his amazing story.
In his book "The Time of My Life," Clarence Bechter documented his 3,000-mile biking journey across the United States.
He shares the triumphs, challenges, support, and friendships he experienced during this amazing adventure.
Read about the trip on Akron.com: New Franklin Man Pedals Coast to Coast
Interested in other bicycle trips books? Click here to find more in our catalog.
The Green Branch Library offers fun, exciting, and educational programs for customers of all ages, both in the Library and throughout the Green community. Visit us for preschool storytime and school-age and family events at the Library. Visit our NatureConnect space and also look for our youth librarians in your schools' classrooms where they will be making a visit soon. Adults can participate in book discussion groups, including our newest, the Food For Thought Cookbook Club, and attend informative programs on health and wellness, financial education, local history, and much more. While at the library, computers, WiFi, faxing and scanning are available for your use. Books, movies, and music are ready for you to borrow.
Next time you're out and about in our community—at the Celebration of Education, Freedom Fest, Trick or Treat Trail, Christmas at Town Park—look for the Green Branch Library table and the friendly Library staff. We want to say hello and share all that's happening at your public library.