Ped/Bike Melrose

Bike Swap & Tune-Ups (with Rep KLG)
2024-04-27 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Melrose High School, 360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
We’ll be at Rep Kate Lipper-Garabedian’s third annual Recycling & Sustainability Event, alongside The Ride Cafe offering a free bike swap and 15 minute tune-ups.
Come take a new-to-you bicycle or leave one you no longer need (no scooters please)!
Sign up for a 15-minute tune up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C084CA4AF2BA2F5CE9-49093871-15minute

Nosy Crow North of Boston Bookstore Ride
2024-04-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Molly’s Bookstore, 667-669 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
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!
Here 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!
Contact pr@nosycrow.com for more information.

Boston Bike to Work Day 2024
2024-05-17 07:00 - 08:00 | Melrose YMCA, 497 Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
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.

Route and event details here: https://www.boston.gov/departm…/boston-bikes/bike-work-day

We hope to see you there!

Bike to the Sea Day 2024
2024-06-02 08:00 - 13:00 | Melrose YMCA, 497 Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
Bike to the Sea Day is one of the biggest regional biking events of the year!
Attendees 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.
Event details below, and at the link.

Route & 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.
Minimum age for riders is 8 years old, unless on a tag-along, trailer, or bike seat.
Food 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!
Other Details
Bike 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.

Kids Bike Fest 2024
2024-06-08 09:00 - 12:30 | Melrose High School, 360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
Our Friends at The Ride Cafe are bringing back their great event, Kids Bike Fest, for 2024!
Learn more about the event and get your tickets here!
Event details:
Free bike valet provided by the Melrose Pedestrian and Bicyclist Committee9am coffee at registration sponsored by Atomic Coffee9:30-10:30 rides10:30 Music by Matt HeatonHelmet decorating & coloring11am-12:30pm LunchCargo ebike test rides throughout the event

Victorian Fair Bike Corner
2024-09-08 11:00 - 16:00 | Melrose YMCA, 497 Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
We’ll be tabling alongside our friends at The Ride Cafe, at the corner of Main and Emerson.
Here’s what’s in store:
Free Bike & Stroller Valet: Let the Melrose Pedestrian and Bicyclist Committee take care of your wheels while you enjoy the fair!
Kids Bike Rodeo (1-3 PM): Saddle up, little riders! Join the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School and the Melrose Pedestrian and Bicyclist Committee for an afternoon of biking and street safety fun. Register for Rodeo now!
$5 Bike Tune-Ups (1-3 PM) Need a quick fix? The Ride Cafe has you covered with 15-minute tune-ups. Book your tune up to save your spot! Register for one or both here: https://theridecafe.com/…/bike-corner-at-the-melrose…/The Ride Cafe will also have helmets and other bike and scooter goodies for sale.
Bike to the Sea Maps & Giveaways: Grab your Northern Strand map and other cool goodies while learning about the Mystic Highlands Route through Melrose.
Horace Mann Bike Bus Info: Learn all about upcoming Bike Bus dates and how to start your very own!

Monthly Meeting: September 2024
2024-09-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
Do YOU have an interest in helping make the streets in your neighborhood, and around the city, safer and friendlier for people of all ages and abilities? Then you belong! Please join us at our monthly meeting to learn what we’ve been working on and to share your ideas!

Meetings are hybrid format – message us for Zoom details, or sign up to receive meeting notices at our website: https://pedbikemelrose.org/contact-us/

Monthly Meeting: October 2024
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: November 2024
2024-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: December 2024
2024-12-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: January 2025
2025-01-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

February Break: Kids Learn to Ride!
2025-02-17 09:00 - 2025-02-21 09:00 | The Ride Cafe, 368 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
Our friends at The Ride Cafe are offering a Kids Learn to Ride event during February Break!

What’s included

Kids Bike Adjustment – we’ll ensure your kids bike is fitting them properly so they are level footed.
Helmet Fitting – we’ll ensure your kids helmet fits well and make recommendations for a different size, if needed.
Lesson #1 Learning Goal: Develop balance and coordination and early confidence.
Lesson #2 Learning Goal: Improve steering and braking skills.
Lesson #3 Learning Goal Gliding with One Pedal
Lesson #4 Learning Goal: Pedaling with Two Pedals
Lesson #5 Learning Goal: Street Safety: Learning the Rules of the Road
If you have a kiddo who recently learned to pedal, but needs a confidence booster, this is the perfect class for them. We’ll split kids up based on skill and confidence level and adjust curriculum accordingly.
Sign up for 3 days and receive a free #MoreKidsonBikes Ride Cafe branded hat.

Monthly Meeting: February 2025
2025-02-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

How to Start a Bike Bus
2025-03-01 16:00 - 18:00 | The Ride Cafe, 368 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
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.

Monthly Meeting: March 2025
2025-03-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: April 2025
2025-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: May 2025
2025-05-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Boston Bike to Work Day 2025
2025-05-16 07:00 - 17:00 | Melrose YMCA, 497 Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
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!
More info, including the full route, can be found here: https://www.boston.gov/departments/boston-bikes/bike-work-day
This is a GREAT ride and a fun opportunity to try biking into Boston in the safety of a group! Hope to see you there.

Bike Swap - Melrose Sustainability Saturday
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School, 350 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
We’ll be at Rep Kate Lipper-Garabedian’s fourth annual Recycling & Sustainability Event hosting a bike swap!
Come take a new-to-you bicycle or leave one you no longer need (no scooters please)! Look forward to seeing and chatting with you there!

Monthly Meeting: June 2025
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: July 2025
2025-07-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: August 2025
2025-08-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Victorian Fair Bike Valet
2025-09-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Melrose YMCA, 497 Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
Heading to the Victorian fair? We hope so! We also hope you’ll choose to walk, bike, or roll to the event. If you bring your bike, please feel free to valet it with us! We’ll be at the corner of Main and East Foster, next to the YMCA.

Monthly Meeting: September 2025
2025-09-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Ped/Bike Rally for the Override!
2025-10-04 12:30 - 13:30 | Ell Pond Gazebo, 700 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
This November, Melrose voters will be asked to approve an override measure. The Melrose Pedestrian & Bicyclist Committee supports this override, as we understand how crucial these funds are for supporting crucial city services and funding for community health measures, walkability, and safer streets. Join us for a rally in support of the override! Featuring fun events like “bike bus” tee-shirt painting and more!

Monthly Meeting: October 2025
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: November 2025
2025-11-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: December 2025
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: January 2026
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States

Monthly Meeting: February 2026
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Leading Edge Real Estate – Community Space, 536 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176, United States
