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SUMMARY:Boston Bike to Work Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Melrose is once again participating in Boston Bike to Work Day! A convoy will leave from in front of the YMCA at 7:00am and meet up with other north shore riders before heading into Boston for the festivities! \nMore info\, including the full route\, can be found here: https://www.boston.gov/departments/boston-bikes/bike-work-day \nThis is a GREAT ride and a fun opportunity to try biking into Boston in the safety of a group! Hope to see you there.
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/boston-bike-to-work-day-2025/
LOCATION:Melrose YMCA\, 497 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Bike Bus
DESCRIPTION:The organizers of the incredible Horace Mann Bike Bus are hosting a seminar on how to start a bike bus at YOUR school! Are you interested in starting a bike bus at your local school? Join us on Saturday\, March 1st at The Ride Cafe to learn more about bike buses! We will talk about important steps to take when starting a bike bus and hear from bike bus organizers from Melrose\, Lexington\, Andover\, and West Roxbury. There is no cost to attend and it is open to anyone and everyone from the Boston area. Come grab a drink from Hannah’s Brewery (located right next door) and talk bike buses with us! RSVP’s are strongly encouraged if you plan on attending.
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/how-to-start-a-bike-bus/
LOCATION:The Ride Cafe\, 368 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Bike to the Sea Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Bike to the Sea Day is one of the biggest regional biking events of the year! \nAttendees departing from Melrose are encouraged to meet at the YMCA on Main Street at 8:00am\, to ride together to the start of the route in Malden. \nEvent details below\, and at the link. \n  \nRoute & Length: The ride begins at the Bike Kitchen and ends at 3 Amigos Bar and Grill at 375 Main St. in Malden. There will be 2 route options for each participant to choose from. The long ride going all the way to Nahant Beach and back will be ~19 miles round trip\, and includes both trail and on-road riding. The on-road segment in Lynn will have a police detail escorting riders. The short ride will be ~13 miles round trip\, will be fully on the trail\, and will turn around at Marsh View Park in Lynn. \nMinimum age for riders is 8 years old\, unless on a tag-along\, trailer\, or bike seat. \nFood and Drink Tickets for the post ride lunch at 3 Amigos Bar and Grill must be ordered at registration. It will feature a build-your-own taco bar with carnitas\, chicken\, and vegetarian options\, plus a salad bar. Lunch prices include: $25 per adult. $12.50 per child. Bike Parking will be available with temporary bike stands right outside the restaurant. Bring your lock! \nOther Details \nBike to the Sea T-Shirts and additional merchandise will be available for purchase on Bike to the Sea Day\, while supplies last. Helmets are required to be worn by all riders. We have a limited number of helmets that can be provided to you at check-in should you need one. Bring water\, a flat repair kit\, and sunscreen. And be sure to check the weather forecast ahead of time so you are well prepared for whatever it may bring. Registration closes on Friday\, May 31st at 8pm. Bike to the Sea Merch is only available for purchase on Bike to the Sea Day.
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/bike-to-the-sea-day-2024/
LOCATION:Melrose YMCA\, 497 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Boston Bike to Work Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we’re leading a convoy from Melrose to participate in Boston Bike to Work Day 2024! Join us at 7am outside the YMCA\, where we’ll depart as a group to the northern strand and then into Boston.\n\nRoute and event details here: https://www.boston.gov/departm…/boston-bikes/bike-work-day\n\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/boston-bike-to-work-day-2024/
LOCATION:Melrose YMCA\, 497 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Nosy Crow North of Boston Bookstore Ride
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the launch of the North of Boston Book Trail\, John Mendelson\, President of Nosy Crow Inc\, is planning to ride his bicycle to all 15 participating stores over the weekend of April 26th and 27th — including our very own Molly’s Bookstore! \nHere is the Day 1 route\, which includes a stop at Molly’s around 11:30am or 12:00pm. All are invited to join along the ride! \nContact pr@nosycrow.com for more information. \n 
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/nosy-crow-north-of-boston-bookstore-ride/
LOCATION:Molly’s Bookstore\, 667-669 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Streetwise @ Aeronaut
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Streetwise Talk at Aeronaut Brewery features Melrose’s own Jonah Chiarenza. Jonah is former chair of the Ped/Bike Committee and the current Executive Director of Bike to the Sea. In his daytime role\, he’s a Transportation Planner at the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center. Jonah is going to give a talk that is a mash up between his two jobs. Jonah is amazing!
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/streetwise-aeronaut/
LOCATION:Aeronaut Cannery & Taproom\, 199 Ashland St\, Everett\, MA\, 02149\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Kids Bike Fest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! Our friends at The Loop are throwing the city’s first-ever KIDS BIKE FEST! Featuring obstacles\, bike rides\, music\, food\, and more! \nThis event will give kids the opportunity to explore their community on two wheels and participate in family-friendly\, non-competitive riding. This event helps to build riding skills while having fun. The whole family and community can celebrate after with food\, music & more. \nEvent Features: \nThere will be two different event categories\, and we encourage all kids— regardless of their size and ability — to join in. \n\nBalance Bike & Scooter Events – Short ride on the Melrose High School (H.S.) Athletic Complex paths with optional obstacle course.\nKids Pedal Event led by Bike to the Sea – A few loops around the Melrose H.S. paths with obstacle courses. This event is best for kids who can confidently ride a pedal bike on their own\, and are between the ages of 3-10. The obstacle courses will have optional ramps\, noodle tunnels and more!\n\nOther event features include: \n\n9am coffee at registration sponsored by Atomic Coffee\n9:30-10:30 rides\n10:30 Music by Matt Heaton\n10:30am-12:30pm La Qchara offering make your own tacos and rice bowls – vegan\, vegetarian and GF available\nHelmet decorating & coloring\nCargo ebike test rides + free bike valet organized by the Melrose Pedestrian & Bicyclist Committee\n\nThe goal of this event is to inspire families from Melrose\, Malden\, Wakefield\, and the surrounding communities to bike and roll more\, to ultimately get #morekidsonbikes. \n(Steady morning rain will reschedule the event to Sunday\, June 4th.) \nMinors must be accompanied by an adult. Helmets are required. Show your kids event registration to receive 10% off a helmet purchase at The Ride Cafe before the event. \n  \nThe Ride Cafe is a bike repair & family travel shop. We provide repair\, rentals and retail with coffee and more. We want to help make your trips fun and easy\, whether near or far\, while fostering bike and transit culture. The Ride Cafe is a proud member of The Loop – a collective of three small businesses who are mom-owned\, local to Melrose\, MA\, and sustainability-focused.
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/kids-bike-fest-2023/
LOCATION:The Loop\, 171 Tremont St\, Melrose\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Events,Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Boston Bike to Work Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:Even if you don’t work downtown\, we’d love to have you join us on Friday\, May 19th\, for one of our favorite events of the year! We depart from the Melrose YMCA (Main Street) at 7am\, head to Malden\, connect to the North Strand\, and then meet up in Everett with a group from East Boston to finish our ride into downtown Boston! The City of Boston puts on a festival with free breakfast and coffee for riders. \nGenerally\, a group of folks will stay downtown\, with other riders choosing either to head back to Melrose. Whatever your plan\, this is a great group event and tons of fun! \nIf you are planning on riding\, you are encouraged to register here\, so event organizers can keep track of participation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbyk5yHVk9nsa3QaBgHOm0l4dqEqZxveS8idNkDMKVruMvAw/viewform
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/boston-bike-to-work-day-2023/
LOCATION:Melrose YMCA\, 497 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Practice Group Ride for the Orange Line Shutdown - Oak Grove to Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering bike commuting during the Orange Line shutdown but feel nervous about biking to Boston for the first time? Join our group bike ride from Oak Grove to Downtown Boston on August 21st at 11am! \nThis will be a casual\, slow-paced ride designed for first-time riders. We will also have trained marshals leading the ride to ensure everyone’s safety. Please invite anyone you know who is considering biking around Boston for the first time during the shutdown! \nFeel free to hang out at the first Open Newbury Street of the season after the ride! More info here: https://www.boston.gov/departments/transportation/open-newbury-street \nHere is the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40592710
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/practice-group-ride-for-the-orange-line-shutdown-oak-grove-to-downtown/
LOCATION:Oak Grove Pedal & Park\, 93 Banks Place\, Malden\, MA\, 02148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Cyclists Union":MAILTO:info@bostoncyclistsunion.org
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SUMMARY:Bike to Work Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:MassBike is coordinating another series of awesome events for Bay State Bike Month 2022\, and the Ped/Bike Committee will be participating in Bike to Work Day. Have you ever commuted to Malden\, Everett\, Somerville\, or Boston by bike? Have you ever been curious to see what it’s like? A group of your neighbors will be be departing from downtown Melrose\, then taking a ride downtown and meeting up with other groups along the way. This will culminate with a free breakfast event downtown. If you have never biked to Boston\, this is the perfect time to try it! \nRSVP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-to-work-day-2022-tickets-337199341307
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/bike-to-work-day-2022/
LOCATION:Melrose YMCA\, 497 Main Street\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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SUMMARY:Walk\, Bike\, & Roll to School Day
DESCRIPTION:The 11th annual National Bike & Roll to School Day is May 4\, 2022\, and registration is now open! \nWhether addressing the need to make routes to school safer for active trips or encouraging children to be more active\, these events can be powerful tools to inspire lasting change. Of course\, they are also fun! \nWhile May 4 is this year’s official date\, communities are welcome to celebrate any day in May that best fits their schedules. Register today to join the movement! \nIn case you missed it\, you can find the full announcement about our recently updated event name and learn about the resources we’ve added to our redesigned website to help you plan fun\, impactful events here. \nLooking for more resources\, event ideas and Walk\, Bike & Roll to School news? Follow us on Facebook\, Instagram and Twitter!
URL:https://pedbikemelrose.org/event/walk-bike-roll-to-school-day/
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