BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bikes Not Bombs - ECPv6.15.18//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20240406T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240327T154714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T175119Z UID:4585-1712399400-1712404800@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Winter Group Bike Ride: East Boston [4/6/2024] DESCRIPTION:Interested in trying out winter biking? Join Boston Bikes for a family and beginner friendly bike route through East Boston\, including delicious free hot chocolate! We will also be offering free bike adjustments before and after the ride from Bikes Not Bombs mechanics!\n\nJoin us on Saturday April 3rd for the winter group bike ride in East Boston! The Boston Transportation Department (BTD) is organizing a series of four winter group rides between January and April\, and this ride is the last of the series! Each ride will follow a beginner and family friendly bike route through the neighborhood.\n\nDetails\n\nRiders will meet at 10:30am at Central Square Park (Liberty Square)\nThe ride will depart at 11:00am for a ride around the neighborhood\, including a stop for free hot chocolate!\nWe will end the ride around 12:00pm\, in the same location as the starting point in Central Square Park (Liberty Square).\n\nMore info:\nCheck out the event webpage here for more info & links to the other two winter group rides with Boston Bikes.\n\nInterested in joining a ride? Need a voucher to use a Blue Bike on the ride? Please fill out this form or email Boston Bikes at bostonbikes@boston.gov for more info. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/winter-group-bike-ride-east-boston-4-6-2024-2/ LOCATION:Central Square Park\, Border St @ Liberty Plaza Shopping Center\, 216 Border St\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/East-Boston-Group-Ride-Eng.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240404T161030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T161030Z UID:4624-1712502000-1712509200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Cargo Bike Test Drive Event [4/7/24] DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about cargo bikes? Stop by Family Bike Ride’s 5th Cargo Bike test event on Sunday April 7th!  \nBikes Not Bombs will be present with a range of cargo bikes for you to test drive\, with the benefit of test driving in a setting that is easier for beginners to navigate. This event is designed especially for parents considering cargo bikes to transport their children by helping them to be able talk to a variety of current cargo bike owners and try out a variety of bikes. \nBring a helmet for any adult that is going to test drive and any child that is going to test ride. Shoppers will have to leave their state or federal photo IDs with the owners of the bike while test driving. Please view the event host’s page here for more details\, including a link to register here. \nDanehy Park is large\, so make sure you note that the meeting place is the central Danehy Playground\, circled in the map below.   URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/cargo-bike-test-drives-4-24/ LOCATION:Danehy Park\, 99 Sherman St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Cargo-Bike-Test-Drive-4-7-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240326T183805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T183805Z UID:4564-1712793600-1713052799@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Container Loading to Rwanda [4/11/2024 to 4/13/2024] DESCRIPTION:Bikes Not Bombs is scheduled to ship a container of bicycles and parts to our partner Learn\, Work\, Develop in Rwanda Thursday April 11th through Saturday April 13th and we need your help! \nJoin us on Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday at our warehouse in Dorchester (10 Harvard Street in Dorchester\, MA 02124) to help us with this extremely important work. Volunteer roles will consist of stripping bikes\, sorting parts\, inventory tracking and counting\, and much more. Bikes Not Bombs staff will be present to guide and direct volunteers. More information can be found below. Sign up here to volunteer! \nTypical scene at a container loading\, as volunteers help load bikes into the shipping container \nLocation: The Bikes Not Bombs warehouse at 10 Harvard Street in Dorchester\, MA 02124. \nDate and Times: Thursday April 11th through Saturday April 13th\, during any of the following times: \n\n9 AM to 12:30 PM\n12:30 PM to 4 PM\n\nWe welcome all people to help for any amount of time\, and volunteers may register for as many shifts as they are available. \nWhat to Expect: Volunteers will arrive and be assigned certain roles or to perform specific tasks. You will be lifting bicycles throughout the day. We advise you wear closed-toed shoes and clothing you are not worried about getting dirty. Dress warmly (preferably in layers) as work will be performed outside and the warehouse does not have heat. Bring your own work gloves if you have them. Food will be provided for volunteers! \nVolunteers at a bike mechanic training session at LWD \nWho are we shipping the bikes to? Learn\, Work\, Develop (LWD) \nLearn\, Work\, Develop (LWD) is a nongovernmental organization founded on November 5th\, 2013 and operating in Rwanda. LWD’s mission is to promote effective work and sustainable employment for youth and women. Over the decade since its founding\, LWD has established a number of educational and vocational training programs for local youth\, with the goal of connecting them to sustainable job opportunities. \nIn October\, 2018 LWD initiated their bicycle social enterprise in partnership with Bikes Not Bombs\, an initiative called Support Safe Rides in Africa (SSARAF). SSARAF provides internships and vocational training to local youth. LWD imports\, repairs\, and sells used bicycles (such as the ones BNB ships to them) with the intention of addressing social issues in their community. The young people involved with this program participate in the various stages of this process and gain valuable experience. Additional goals of this program are as follows:  \n\nIncrease access to bikes as an affordable form of transportation for Rwandans\, especially women and girls\nCreate a sustainable enterprise which generates income\, provides jobs\, and supports other social projects\nOrganize community-based cycling events to raise awareness about the rights of youth\, including in particular sexual and reproductive health and rights with the goal of reducing rates of both pregnancy and early marriage among teenage girls\n\nWe are looking forward to seeing how our reclaimed used bikes continue to make a difference in the lives of girls and other youth in Rwanda’s Kayonza district! URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/container-loading-to-rwanda-april-2024/ LOCATION:BNB Warehouse\, 10 Harvard St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02124\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_0882-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240326T171106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161218Z UID:4556-1712937600-1712948400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [4/12/2024] DESCRIPTION:  \nEvery second Friday at the Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain and every fourth Friday at the Roxbury Hub\, our doors are open from 4-7 PM 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nApril 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nApril 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nMay 10 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nMay 24 (Roxbury Hub)\nJune 14 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJune 28 (Roxbury Hub)\nJuly 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-jamaica-plain-hub-4-12-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tool-Time-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240327T174453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T175111Z UID:4598-1713006000-1713013200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Unity in Community Ride: Thawing & Blooming [4/13/24] DESCRIPTION:Thawing & Blooming: Spring Social! \nJoin Bikes Not Bombs on our first Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday April 13th. \nGet your bike ready for a season full of riding and join us on this family-friendly and beginner-friendly ride\, passing through Arnold Arboretum and Franklin Park to take in the spring blooms! This social paced ride is a 7 mile loop\, starting and ending at Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain.  \nNeed a bike? The closest Bluebikes station is a 5 minute walk from BNB\, opposite the Stony Brook MBTA station. Details to come regarding codes for free day passes! \nDetails: \n\n11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs\n11:30am ride departure\n12:45pm to 1:00pm: expected ride end time\, finishing the ride where we started at Bikes Not Bombs.\n\nQuestions? Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org or Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/unity-ride-april-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/April-Unity-Ride-2024-English.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240326T173501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T013555Z UID:4558-1714147200-1714158000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [4/26/2024] DESCRIPTION:Every second Friday at the Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain and every fourth Friday at the Roxbury Hub\, our doors are open from 4-7 PM 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nApril 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nMay 10 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nMay 24 (Roxbury Hub)\nJune 14 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJune 28 (Roxbury Hub)\nJuly 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-roxbury-hub-4-26-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub\, 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, 02119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tool-Time-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240403T164251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T164757Z UID:4608-1714212000-1714226400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Family Bike Day [4/27/2024] DESCRIPTION:Family Bike Day! \nJoin us at Franklin Park on April 27 for a fun-filled day\, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm! Bikes Not Bombs will be there to provide free bike check ups! \nLearn biking skills\, enjoy a family-friendly ride\, and grab a free lunch! Register now! URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/family-bike-day/ LOCATION:Shattuck Picnic Grove\, Boston\, 02124\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-Family-Bike-Day-English-1-jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240422T140749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T141554Z UID:4690-1714309200-1714323600@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Bike Month Kick-off Party [4/28/24] DESCRIPTION:We’re taking over Aeronaut Brewery on Sunday April 28 for a bike party! Come join us (between 1-5 PM) for the return of the Bike Month Kick-off Event! Music\, bikes\, beer\, advocacy\, and a celebration of Bay State Bike Month- what could be better? \nHosted by MassBike\, Somerville Bike Safety\, Cambridge Bike Safety and the Somerville Bike Committee\, we’ll be joined by over 35 local bike advocacy organizations and municipal and state agencies who will be sharing their ideas and energy for making bicycling better (and safer) in the Boston Metro region. \nAt 3pm\, there will be a panel discussion entitled “The Intersection of Bikes and Businesses”\, moderated by Willie Burnley\, Somerville City Councilor. He’ll be joined by business leaders\, bicycle advocates\, and city leaders on the challenges and opportunities in working together on streetscape changes. \nThis event is kid friendly\, there is delicious Venezuelan food by Carolicious\, and there will be free bike valet. \nDetailed schedule: \n\n12-3 PM: Music by Hillbilly Holiday\n1-3 PM: Tabling\n3-4 PM: Panel Discussion (and Lifetime achievement award to Cara Seiderman)\n4-5 PM: More tabling and a chance to chat with panelists\n4-5:30 PM: Music by Lunatic Neighbor\n\nRSVP recommended\, though not required. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/bike-month-kick-off-party-4-28-24/ LOCATION:Aeronaut Brewery\, 14 Tyler St\, Somerville\, Massachusetts\, 02143\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bike-Month-Kickoff-Poster-jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240501T213721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T143757Z UID:4749-1714824000-1714842000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ Wake Up the Earth festival [5/4/24] DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Mark your calendars for our Chain Reaction events and come say hi to us at the Wake Up the Earth festival! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nAdditional dates and locations for 2024 Chain Reaction include: \n\nCity of Boston’s Bike to Work Day Festival\, Friday May 17th\nAt the Dorchester Food Coop: Saturdays May 18th\, June 29th\, July 20th\, August 24th\, and October 5th\nDates for the Mattapan Farmers Market and the East Boston Farmers Market coming soon! URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-wute-2024/ LOCATION:Stony Brook Field\, Southwest Corridor Park &\, Boylston St\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WUTE-poster-2024-jpeg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240326T173621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173621Z UID:4560-1715356800-1715367600@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [5/10/2024] DESCRIPTION:  \nEvery second Friday at the Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain and every fourth Friday at the Roxbury Hub\, our doors are open from 4-7 PM 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nMay 10 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nMay 24 (Roxbury Hub)\nJune 14 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJune 28 (Roxbury Hub)\nJuly 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-jamaica-plain-hub-5-10-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tool-Time-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240429T120108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T153843Z UID:4719-1715425200-1715432400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Unity in Community Ride: Feeding Justice [5/11/24] DESCRIPTION:Feeding Justice: Food Access & Nutrition \nJoin Bikes Not Bombs on our second Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday May 11th. \nLearn about the intersection of mobility\, food access\, and health on this 8 mile ride! We recommend that riders be comfortable with riding in city streets for a portion of the route. Ride pace is family & beginner-friendly! \nNeed a bike? The closest Bluebikes station is a 5 minute walk from BNB\, opposite the Stony Brook MBTA station. Details to come regarding codes for free day passes! \nDetails: \n\n11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs\n11:30am ride departure\n12:45pm to 1:00pm: expected ride end time\, finishing the ride where we started at Bikes Not Bombs.\n\nQuestions? Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/unity-in-community-ride-feeding-justice-5-11-24/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/May-English.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240419T204430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T011234Z UID:4675-1715929200-1715936400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Boston Bike to Work Day Festival [5/17/2024] DESCRIPTION:2023 Bike to Work Day. Photo by StreetsblogMASS \nJoin us at the annual Bike to Work Day Festival in Boston! \nCheck out the list of neighborhood convoys and ride downtown with your neighbors! On Bike to Work Day\, you can join a bike commuter neighborhood-based group ride from one of dozens of locations throughout the Boston metro area. Guided group rides with experienced ride leaders will follow a fixed schedule and route and finish together in Downtown Boston. \nOnce arriving at City Hall Plaza for the Festival\, socialize with fellow riders\, grab some free breakfast snacks and coffee\, and stop by the Bikes Not Bombs tent for free bike repair! \nRegister now! The event is free\, but registration helps us to know you’re coming. Registration will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday\, May 15 URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/bike-to-work-day-5-17-24/ LOCATION:City Hall Plaza\, 1 CITY HALL SQUARE\, Boston\, MA\, 02201\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-bike-to-work-day-city-hall-plaza.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240429T195924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T205124Z UID:4733-1716026400-1716030000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Everyday Revolutions Tour @ BNB [5/18/2024] DESCRIPTION:Stop by one of our monthly site visits: Everyday Revolution Tours! \nDuring the tour\, you will learn about our vision and our programs\, and have the opportunity to meet with some of our Youth Apprentices and staff members. We are confident that by seeing our community’s work in action\, you will understand the important role you can play in helping us promote social change with our bikes. \nDon’t hesitate\, sign up and join our next tour scheduled for Saturday May 18th from 10am to 11am at Bikes Not Bombs. \nOther dates for 2024 are Saturdays 6/29\, 7/27\, 8/17\, 9/28\, 10/19\, and 11/23\, scheduled from 10am to 11am. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/everyday-revolutions-tour-bnb-5-18-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ERT-5-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240419T162158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T162158Z UID:4672-1716026400-1716040800@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Littleton Bike Drive [5/18/24] DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday May 18th\, 10:00am to 2:00pm \nWhere: Littleton Middle School \n55 Russell St \nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n  \nBikes Not Bombs Bike Drive at Littleton Zero Waste Day! \nThe Littleton High School’s Environmental Club is hosting a bike drive at their Zero Waste Day on Saturday\, May 18th from 10 AM – 2 PM at Littleton Middle School. The goal of the event is to help collect and repurpose bikes that Bikes Not Bombs 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 Littleton and the surrounding communities are welcome to participate in the Bike Drive! We suggest an optional donation of $20 with every bicycle donated to assist with tools and parts needed for repairs\, as well as transportation costs associated with sending refurbished bikes overseas. All donated bikes are eligible for tax deductions and Bike Not Bombs is a 501(c)3 non-profit. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Sam Archer at sama@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/littleton-bike-drive-5-18-24/ LOCATION:Littleton Middle School\, 55 Russell St\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, 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:20240518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240426T214619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T214619Z UID:4709-1716030000-1716037200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ Dorchester Food Co-op [5/18/24] DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Mark your calendars for our Chain Reaction events! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nAdditional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Dorchester Food Coop: \n\nSaturday June 29th\nSaturday July 20th\nSaturday August 24th\nSaturday October 5th URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-dfc-5-18-24/ LOCATION:Dorchester Food Co-op\, 195 Bowdoin St\, Boston\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Chain-Reaction-Instagram.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240503T174153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T174449Z UID:4769-1716037200-1716044400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Green Living Tour [5/18/24] DESCRIPTION:Green Living Tour – where our community can come see what your neighbors and neighborhood businesses are doing to GO GREEN! There will be maps for a Self-Guided tour to visit homes\, businesses and pop-up sites throughout Jamaica Plain to see and learn ways to “green” your living. Details about financial incentives will be provided. Green items range from no cost tips to higher cost improvements\, both for renters\, home owners and consumers. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/green-living-tour-5-18-24/ LOCATION:Lot in front of Curtis Hall Community Center\, 20 South St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130\, Lot in front of Curtis Hall Community Center\, 20 South St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Living-Tour-2024-Urban-Garden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240326T173735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T173735Z UID:4561-1716566400-1716577200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [5/24/2024] DESCRIPTION:  \nEvery second Friday at the Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain and every fourth Friday at the Roxbury Hub\, our doors are open from 4-7 PM 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nMay 24 (Roxbury Hub)\nJune 14 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJune 28 (Roxbury Hub)\nJuly 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-roxbury-hub-5-24-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub\, 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, 02119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tool-Time-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240429T191321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T195303Z UID:4723-1716625800-1716642000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:CargoB Demo @ BNB [5/25/2024] DESCRIPTION:  \nCurious about electric cargo bikes? Interested in using them\, but not ready to buy one of your own? Check out CargoB at Bikes Not Bombs on Saturday May 25th! Stop by anytime between 8:30am and 1pm to check out the fleet for yourself and learn more in person. Free iced coffee will be provided by Ula Cafe! \nCargoB is bringing electric cargo bike share to Boston\, with Bikes Not Bombs as their official fleet service provider.  You can learn more about their launch and how to be a customer by downloading their app\, (available for apple/ android) or following them on Instagram. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/cargob-demo-bnb-5-25-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ENews-blurb-for-test-event-5-25-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240524T194804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T194918Z UID:4812-1717171200-1717182000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [5/31/2024] DESCRIPTION:  \nEvery second Friday at the Bikes Not Bombs Hub in Jamaica Plain and every fourth Friday at the Roxbury Hub\, our doors are open from 4-7 PM 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nMay 31 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJune 28 (Roxbury Hub)\nJuly 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-jamaica-plain-hub-5-31-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tool-Time-Social-Media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240524T202315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T190758Z UID:4818-1717844400-1717855200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Unity in Community Ride: Ride to Pride [6/8/24] DESCRIPTION:Ride to Pride \nJoin Bikes Not Bombs on our third Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday June 8th. \nThis ride retraces key points in Boston’s Pride Parade of 1970\, stopping at key historical points along the way. Riders will learn more about why events like Pride\, based on radical love and acceptance\, were important in 1970 and remain so today. Our ride will end at the Boston Pride for the People (BP4TP) Parade at Boston Common. The BP4TP Parade is is a community-centered\, non-commercial space that is sacred for LGBTQ+ people\, their families\, and allies. There is also an optional return ride back to BNB. \nView the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46789290  \nNeed a bike? The closest Bluebikes station is a 5 minute walk from BNB\, opposite the Stony Brook MBTA station. Details to come regarding codes for free day passes! \nDetails: \n\n11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs\n11:30am ride departure\n12:45pm to 1:00pm: expected ride end time\, finishing at Boston Commons (about 6.5 miles)\n1:00pm: optional return route departs back to where we started at Bikes Not Bombs (about 4.5 miles)\n\nQuestions? Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/unity-in-community-ride-pride-ride-6-8-24/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Unity-in-Community-Ride-3-Ride-to-Pride-June-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240524T204656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T204656Z UID:4814-1719054000-1719061200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ Roxbury Open Streets [6/22/24] DESCRIPTION:Mark you calendars for Saturday June 22nd to join us at Open Streets: Roxbury! Blue Hill Ave will be closed to vehicles between Warren Street and West Cottage Street and transformed into a pedestrian-friendly public space. \nDoes your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Bring it with you to Open Streets: Roxbury! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nBNB’s exact location for this event is forthcoming\, so keep an eye out on our social media channels! URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-roxbury-open-streets-6-22-24/ LOCATION:Blue Hill Ave\, Roxbury MA 021119\, Corner of Blue Hill Ave and Warren Street\, Roxbury\, MA\, 02119\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Open-Streets-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240620T150025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T150025Z UID:4877-1719532800-1719791999@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Container Loading to El Salvador [6/28/2024 to 6/30/2024] DESCRIPTION:Bikes Not Bombs is scheduled to ship a container of bicycles and parts to our partner El Centro Salvadoreño de Tecnología Apropiada (CESTA) in El Salvador Friday June 28th to Sunday June 30th and we need your help! \nJoin us on Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday at our warehouse in Dorchester (10 Harvard Street in Dorchester\, MA 02124) to help us with this extremely important work. Volunteer roles will consist of stripping bikes\, sorting parts\, inventory tracking and counting\, and much more. Bikes Not Bombs staff will be present to guide and direct volunteers. More information can be found below. Sign up here to volunteer! \nTypical scene at a container loading\, as volunteers help load bikes into the shipping container \nLocation: The Bikes Not Bombs warehouse at 10 Harvard Street in Dorchester\, MA 02124. \nDate and Times: Friday June 28th through Sunday June 30th\, during any of the following times: \n\n9 AM to 12:30 PM\n12:30 PM to 4 PM\n\nWe welcome all people to help for any amount of time\, and volunteers may register for as many shifts as they are available. \nWhat to Expect: Volunteers will arrive and be assigned certain roles or to perform specific tasks. You will be lifting bicycles throughout the day. We advise you wear closed-toed shoes and clothing you are not worried about getting dirty. Dress appropriately for the weather as work will be performed outside and the warehouse does not have climate control. Bring your own work gloves if you have them. Food will be provided for volunteers! \nWho are we shipping the bikes to? Learn more about CESTA here! \n  URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/container-loading-to-el-salvador-6-28-2024-to-6-30-2024/ LOCATION:BNB Warehouse\, 10 Harvard St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02124\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_0882-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240524T195418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T152644Z UID:4813-1719590400-1719601200@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [6/28/2024] 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nJuly 5 (Jamaica Plain Hub) *altered time!* \n\nFriday July 5th from 2:30 to 5:30pm\n\n\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/tool-time-at-roxbury-hub-6-28-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub\, 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, 02119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tool-Time-Social-Media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240529T150553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T142326Z UID:4825-1719648000-1719662400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:2024 Bike-A-Thon Training Ride - 20 Miles [6/29/2024] DESCRIPTION:This event will be the first of three training rides in preparation for the 37th Bike-A-Thon happening on September 8th\, 2024. All rides will start and end at Bikes Not Bombs\, located at 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain MA 02130. \nPlease note that all rides are no-drop\, meaning no one will be left behind during the ride\, but we are unable to wait for late arrivals after our scheduled roll-out times. We will be looking to split rides into groups based on speed and will need volunteers to help us lead and “sweep” separate groups. \nPlease fill out the registration form with this in mind\, especially if you would like to volunteer! \n\nSaturday June 29th\, 2024\n\n20 miles\nMeet at BNB by 8:00 AM; prompt roll-out at 8:30 AM.\nRoute viewable here on Ride With GPS\, please feel free to export this to your own device\nWe recommend that riders have experience riding at least one 10 to 15 mile ride in the past few months before joining our 20 mile ride.\n\n\n\nTo preview ride expectations around ride etiquette\, please click this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dg1SmoZthaWb6lzzXU5l_TG_PqZWqQvridM3O22Yt5Y/ \nPlease reach out to Julia Karr or Maura Holt-Ling with any questions! \nFor more information about our 37th Annual Bike-A-Thon: https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/bike-a-thon/ URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/2024-bike-a-thon-training-ride-20-miles-6-29-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/20mile_training_ride_feature.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240524T164324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T205040Z UID:4809-1719655200-1719658800@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Everyday Revolutions Tour @ BNB [6/29/2024] DESCRIPTION:Stop by one of our monthly site visits: Everyday Revolution Tours! \nDuring the tour\, you will learn about our vision and our programs\, and have the opportunity to meet with some of our Youth Apprentices and staff members. We are confident that by seeing our community’s work in action\, you will understand the important role you can play in helping us promote social change with our bikes. \nDon’t hesitate\, sign up and join our next tour scheduled for Saturday June 29th from 10am to 11am at Bikes Not Bombs. \nOther dates for 2024 are Saturdays 7/27\, 8/17\, 9/28\, 10/19\, and 11/23\, scheduled from 10am to 11am. URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/everyday-revolutions-tour-bnb-6-29-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Another-take.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240430T140414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T140414Z UID:4738-1719658800-1719666000@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ Dorchester Food Co-op [6/29/24] DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Mark your calendars for our Chain Reaction events! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nAdditional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Dorchester Food Coop: \n\nSaturday July 20th\nSaturday August 24th\nSaturday October 5th URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-dorchester-food-co-op-6-29-24/ LOCATION:Dorchester Food Co-op\, 195 Bowdoin St\, Boston\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Chain-Reaction-Instagram.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240625T152835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T152835Z UID:4900-1720189800-1720200600@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:SPECIAL HOURS: Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [7/5/2024] 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. \nFor questions or more information\, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer\, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org). \nJamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA 02130 \nRoxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, MA 02119 \n  \nUpcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates: \n\nJuly 5 (Jamaica Plain Hub) *altered time!* \n\nFriday July 5th from 2:30 to 5:30pm\n\n\nJuly 26 (Roxbury Hub)\nAugust 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nAugust 23 (Roxbury Hub)\nSeptember 27 (Roxbury Hub)\nOctober 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nOctober 25 (Roxbury Hub)\nNovember 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)\nNovember 22 (Roxbury Hub)\nDecember 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub) URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/special-hours-tool-time-at-jamaica-plain-hub-7-5-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub\, 520B Dudley St\, Roxbury\, 02119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tool-Time-Social-Media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240625T184552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T184552Z UID:4910-1720627200-1720634400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ East Boston Farmers Market [7/10/24] DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Mark your calendars for our Chain Reaction events in partnership with Neighbor Health! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nAdditional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the East Boston Farmers Market: \n\nWednesday\, August 14th\nWednesday\, September 18th\nWednesday\, October 9th\nWednesday\, October 30th URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-east-boston-farmers-market-7-10-24/ LOCATION:East Boston Farmers Market\, Central Square Park at 200 Border Street\, East Boston Farmers Market\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/BNB-x-East-Boston-Farmers-Market-Chain-Reaction-2024-Poster.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240625T183754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T155553Z UID:4906-1720868400-1720875600@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [7/13/24] DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a little TLC? Need your bike adjusted or looked over\, but at a location closer to you? Mark your calendars for our Chain Reaction events in partnership with the Mattapan Food & Fitness Coalition! \nChain Reaction is Bikes Not Bombs’ hallmark mobile bike repair\, bringing much-needed bike services to our target communities in Boston. Our skilled staff and Youth Apprentices will be on site to offer free bike check-ups\, or what we call the ABC-Q’s. While we can’t offer a full tune-up on the spot\, we offer the following services at no cost: \n\nABCQ’s: making sure your air\, brakes\, chain\, and quick-release are all properly adjusted\nBrake & shifting adjustments\nCleaning & lubricating chains\nBike estimates\nTube swaps and patch kits\nCable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)\nProfessional advice\n\nAdditional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market: \n\nSaturday\, August 10th\nSaturday\, August 31st\nSaturday\, September 14th\nSaturday\, September 28th\nSaturday\, October 12th\nSaturday\, October 26th URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/chain-reaction-mattapan-farmers-market-7-13-24/ LOCATION:Mattapan Farmers Market\, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States CATEGORIES:Chain Reaction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/BNB-x-MFFC-Chain-Reaction-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T140702 CREATED:20240627T191913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T164801Z UID:4929-1720944000-1720958400@bikesnotbombs.org SUMMARY:2024 Bike-A-Thon Training Ride - 35 Miles [7/14/2024] DESCRIPTION:This event will be the second of three training rides in preparation for the 37th Bike-A-Thon happening on September 8th\, 2024. All rides will start and end at Bikes Not Bombs\, located at 284 Amory St\, Jamaica Plain MA 02130. \nPlease note that all rides are no-drop\, meaning no one will be left behind during the ride\, but we are unable to wait for late arrivals after our scheduled roll-out times. We will be looking to split rides into groups based on speed and will need volunteers to help us lead and “sweep” separate groups. \nPlease fill out the registration form with this in mind\, especially if you would like to volunteer! \n\nSunday July 14th\, 2024\n\n35 miles\nMeet at BNB by 8:00 AM; prompt roll-out at 8:30 AM.\nUPDATED ROUTE here on Ride With GPS\, please feel free to export this to your own device.\nWe recommend that riders have experience riding at least one 10 to 15 mile ride in the past few months before joining our 20 mile ride.\n\n\n\nTo preview ride expectations around ride etiquette\, please click this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dg1SmoZthaWb6lzzXU5l_TG_PqZWqQvridM3O22Yt5Y/ \nPlease reach out to Julia Karr or Maura Holt-Ling with any questions! \nFor more information about our 37th Annual Bike-A-Thon: https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/bike-a-thon/ URL:https://bikesnotbombs.org/event/2024-bike-a-thon-training-ride-35-miles-7-14-2024/ LOCATION:Bikes Not Bombs\, 284 Amory Street\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States CATEGORIES:Bike Rides ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Screenshot-2024-07-10-at-12.41.24 PM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR