BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bikes Not Bombs - ECPv6.10.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bikes Not Bombs X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bikes Not Bombs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T143000 DTSTAMP:20250329T092822 CREATED:20250213T190745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T190745Z UID:5627-1743849000-1743863400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Fessenden School Bike Drive in Newton [4/5/25] DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday April 5th\, 10:30am to 2:30pm \nWhere: The Fessenden School \n250 Waltham St \nNewton\, MA 02456 \n  \nBikes Not Bombs Bike Drive at The Fessenden School! \nThe Fessenden School is hosting a bike drive on Saturday\, April 5th from 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM. The goal of the event is to engage the School’s Leadership Lab students in a hands-on\, impactful community event. They will help Bikes Not Bombs collect and process donated bikes that we will use in local programming and for shipment to our international partners in the Global South. \nPlease review our bike donation guidelines here for details on what we do and do not accept. \nAnyone from Newton and the surrounding communities are welcome to participate in the Bike Drive! We suggest an optional donation of $40 with every bicycle donated to assist with tools and parts needed for repairs\, as well as transportation costs associated with sending refurbished bikes overseas (which is currently estimated at $10k to $12k to ship one container). All donated bikes are eligible for tax deductions and Bike Not Bombs is a 501(c)3 non-profit. \n  \nQuestions? Contact the BNB bike donations team at bikedonations@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/fessenden-school-bike-drive-in-newton-4-5-25/ LOCATION:The Fessenden School\, 250 Waltham St\, Newton\, 02456\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Drives ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/06-25Beverly-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000 DTSTAMP:20250329T092822 CREATED:20250206T175215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T084457Z UID:5609-1744826400-1744830000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation: Volunteer Bike Donations Processor [4/16/2025] DESCRIPTION:Join us in processing bike donations that support our mission and help those in need! We are seeking volunteers who are willing to roll up their sleeves and help us process the hundreds of donated bikes we receive each year.  \n Attend this Volunteer Orientation session to learn more about this role and what we’re hoping to accomplish together. \nAt our orientation session\, you will learn about volunteering with BNB\, hear about our programs\, and determine the best match between your skillset and our needs. Following orientation\, you will be able to sign up for volunteer shifts. Shifts will be on Thursdays\, with occaisonal Saturday events. \nOur first orientation session for this role is on Wednesday April 16th\, 6 to 7pm at Bikes Not Bombs. Registration link coming soon! Sign up as a ‘General Volunteer’ for the Volunteer Orientation shift! \nRequirements \nFull list coming soon. \nCommitment \nWe are seeking volunteers who are able to commit to at least two shifts a month\, for at least six months. \nQuestions? \nPlease reach out if this date does not work for you but you are still interested in volunteering with us. Reach out to Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/volunteer-orientation-volunteer-bike-donations-4-16-2025/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprenticeships,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T190000 DTSTAMP:20250329T092822 CREATED:20250109T154237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T154237Z UID:5568-1745596800-1745607600@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time [4/25/2025] DESCRIPTION:At Tool Time\, our doors are open to anyone who wants to work on their bicycle\, use our tools\, or get more familiar with bicycle components. \nBikes Not Bombs’ trained Youth Mechanics will be able to assist any Tool Time participants during this time. No experience is necessary! We welcome anybody who wishes to explore their curiosity in how tools and bicycle components interact. You bring the bike and the supplies\, we have the tools and the space. Stop by anytime between 4 and 7pm on the fourth Friday of the month. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement\, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org \nWhere: Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nWhen: 4 and 7pm on the fourth Friday of the month \nUpcoming 2025 Tool Time Dates: \n\nMay 23\nJune 27\nJuly 25\nAugust 22\nSeptember 26\nOctober 24\nNovember 28 URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-4-25-2025/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Tool-Time-featured-image-for-website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T200000 DTSTAMP:20250329T092822 CREATED:20250227T194609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T194609Z UID:5493-1746036000-1746043200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Community Meeting [April 30th] DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch our 2025 series of Community Meetings & Transportation Forums at Bikes Not Bombs! This is your chance to share your insights on biking\, infrastructure\, and safety in Boston. Join us for a discussion on transportation equity\, biking\, mobility justice\, youth organizing\, and more as we plan our advocacy efforts for 2025 and beyond. \n Why Join?  \n\nLearn about Bikes Not Bombs’ advocacy initiatives on transportation equity\nDiscuss local biking policies\nCollaborate with neighbors and community advocates\nShare your experiences and ideas\n\nRSVP: Please let us know if you can attend by April 28th. Everyone is welcome! \n——- \nGet More Involved: \nOur quarterly Community Meetings and Transportation Forums will be guided and planned by a team of BNB Staff\, Youth Apprentices\, Community Advisory Council members. The CAC will serve as a platform for community members to share their insights\, experiences\, and ideas regarding biking\, infrastructure\, and safety in our city. Council members will work alongside Bikes Not Bombs staff to provide feedback on our projects\, identify key issues affecting our community\, and help guide our advocacy strategies. Consider applying today! \nQuestions? \nEmail BOCA@bikesnotbombs.org with any questions. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/community-meeting-april-30th/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T170000 DTSTAMP:20250329T092822 CREATED:20250213T205855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T205855Z UID:5640-1749369600-1749402000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:38th Annual Bike-A-Thon [6/8/25] DESCRIPTION:The Bike-A-Thon is our biggest annual fundraiser\, bringing together more than 500 riders and 100 volunteers in a ride for social change. Choose one of our three scenic routes\, enjoy a supported ride alongside friends and family\,  and finish your ride with a community oriented after party! \nWhen you ride with us in the Bike-A-Thon\, you’re not just making memories — your fundraising efforts are directly supporting our local and global work. Register to ride for social change today! \nPlease refer to our main Bike-A-Thon webpage for all event details\, including registration\, route\, and arrival time details. We look forward to riding with you! URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/38th-annual-bike-a-thon-6-8-25/ LOCATION:Stony Brook Field\, Southwest Corridor Park &\, Boylston St\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-Banner-BAT-2025-900-x-225-px.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR