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Atlanta Streets Alive has posted its 2016 schedule, and not only will there be more events this year but the kick-off will connect more neighborhoods than ever. During the events, streets are closed to vehicles to make way for cycling, walking, jogging, skating and other activities.

Sunday April 17, 2-6 p.m.
Expanding the Historic West End route connecting seven Atlanta neighborhoods via Ralph David Abernathy Blvd and Georgia Ave. Neighborhoods include, from west to east: Westview, West End, Adair Park, Pittsburgh, Mechanicsville, Summerhill and Grant Park.

Sunday, June 12, 4-8 p.m.
In tandem with the Atlanta Cycling Festival, celebrating Atlanta’s signature Peachtree Street, from Downtown to Midtown.

Sunday, Sept. 25, 2-6 p.m.
Connecting four Atlanta eastside neighborhoods via North Highland, Highland Ave, and Boulevard. Neighborhoods include Virginia-Highland, Atkins Park, Poncey-Highland, Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward.

Sunday, Oct. 23, 2-6 p.m.
Final Atlanta Streets Alive of the year on Peachtree Street, from Downtown to Midtown.

For more updates and announcements, visit atlantastreetsalive.com.

Collin Kelley is the executive editor of Atlanta Intown, Georgia Voice, and the Rough Draft newsletter. He has been a journalist for nearly four decades and is also an award-winning poet and novelist.