Bikes Not Bombs

Bike-A-Thon Fundraising 101 [8/22/2024]
2024-08-22 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Signed up for Bike-A-Thon and eager to get ready for your ride? Join Bikes Not Bombs staff and riders to learn more about the ins and outs of fundraising for the Bike-A-Thon!
We invite new and seasoned riders to join in and share your own personal fundraising tips and get to know your fellow riders. In this short hour-long Q&A, our top fundraisers from previous Bike-A-Thons will provide a short overview of how they raised funds for their rides, including going above and beyond their fundraising minimums!
In this hybrid event, you’ll be able to ask staff and experienced riders any questions you might have about your fundraising.
Join us in person at Bikes Not Bombs or virtually using Google Meet.

Questions? Reach out to Angela Phinney at angela@bikesnotbombs.org or Ndaye Kanonga at ndaye@bikesnotbombs.org
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/fwn-nuhq-qec
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 402-796-1072‬ PIN: ‪238 934 243‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/fwn-nuhq-qec?pin=9464069860302

Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [8/23/2024]
2024-08-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub, 520B Dudley St, Roxbury, 02119, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org).
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Roxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St, Roxbury, MA 02119

Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

September 27 (Roxbury Hub)
October 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
October 25 (Roxbury Hub)
November 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 22 (Roxbury Hub)
December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

2024 Bike-A-Thon Training Ride - 50 Miles [8/24/2024]
2024-08-24 07:30 - 13:30 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
This event will be the third and final 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.
Please 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.
Please fill out the registration form with this in mind, especially if you would like to volunteer!

Saturday August 24th, 2024

50 miles
Meet at BNB by 7:30 AM; prompt roll-out at 8:00 AM.
View the route here on Ride With GPS, and please feel free to export this to your own device.
We recommend that riders have experience riding at least one 40 to 45 mile ride in the past few months before joining our 50 mile ride.

To preview ride expectations around ride etiquette, please click this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dg1SmoZthaWb6lzzXU5l_TG_PqZWqQvridM3O22Yt5Y/
Please reach out to Julia Karr or Maura Holt-Ling with any questions!
For more information about our 37th Annual Bike-A-Thon: https://www.bikesnotbombs.org/bike-a-thon/

Chain Reaction @ Open Newbury with Patagonia [8/25/24]
2024-08-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Patagonia Boston, 346 Newbury St, Boston, MA, 02115, United States
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 at Open Newbury with Patagonia!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [8/31/24]
2024-08-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Mattapan Farmers Market, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market:

Saturday, September 14th
Saturday, September 28th
Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, October 26th

37th Annual Bike-A-Thon [9/8/24]
2024-09-08 06:30 - 16:30 | Stony Brook Field, Southwest Corridor Park &, Boylston St, Boston, MA, 02130, United States
Join us for the 37th annual Bike-A-Thon on September 8th, 2024!
We are thrilled to launch this year’s Bike-A-Thon with five amazing rides to choose from: 10 mile, 35 mile, 50 mile, 63 mile, and 105 mile road routes! Each route will be supported with rest stops, food, and route markings. If riding is not for you, we have over 120 volunteer opportunities at the event!
For all event details, including routes and registration, check out our Bike-A-Thon website here!
This year, our fundraising goal is $230,000! Riders and event supporters help raise critical funds to support Bikes Not Bombs mission through:

The reclamation of bikes for use in unique local and international social justice projects;
Opportunities for youth and adults to gain hands-on skills while working to build a more sustainable world;
Meaningful jobs and professional mentorship for Boston teenagers and young adults; and
The expansion of a thriving, equitable bike culture, locally and globally.

Event Overview
Riders arrive at Stonybrook Field in Jamaica Plain on the day of the event between 6:45am and 10:30am, depending on their chosen route. Upon arriving, riders park their bikes (valet bike parking is provided), register if they have not already done so, enjoy a free breakfast, and get their bike checked by BNB mechanics before leaving on their ride!
All of the Bike-A-Thon routes will be clearly marked on the road and GPX routes will be available for download and use with a smartphone or a GPS bike computer. Each route will have at least one rest stop where riders can hydrate and fuel up on snacks. Each rest stop will be staffed by volunteers, including a bike mechanic and a medical professional for any bike repair or first aid needs.
All rides end at Stonybrook Field, where there will be an after-party with live music and delicious catered lunch, including many vegan and vegetarian options.
For all event details, including routes and registration, check out our Bike-A-Thon website here!

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [9/14/24]
2024-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Mattapan Farmers Market, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market:

Saturday, September 28th
Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, October 26th

Chain Reaction @ East Boston Farmers Market [9/18/24]
2024-09-18 16:00 - 18:00 | East Boston Farmers Market, Central Square Park at 200 Border Street, East Boston Farmers Market, MA, 02128, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the East Boston Farmers Market:

Wednesday, October 9th
Wednesday, October 30th

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [9/27/2024]
2024-09-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to Bikes Not Bombs Youth Organizer, Montell Khaldi (montell@bikesnotbombs.org).
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

October 11 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
October 25 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 22 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [9/28/24]
2024-09-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Mattapan Farmers Market, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market:

Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, October 26th

Unity in Community Ride: Urban Nature [9/28/24]
2024-09-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Urban Nature: Discovering City Oases
Join Bikes Not Bombs on our sixth Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday September 28th! Take a break from the day to day hustle and enjoy some of Boston’s nature escapes, right in our own backyard. Our route will encompass everything from ‘Urban Wilds’, community gardens, orchards, and more!
This route will be approximately 10 miles long, with some riding on city streets. We will have ride leaders & marshals, including corkers. Route will be published closer to the event date!
Need 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!
Details: please note that this ride takes place in the afternoon!
2:30 pm meet at Bikes Not Bombs
3:00 pm ride departure
4:30 pm: approximate return back to Bikes Not Bombs
Questions?
Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org or Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org

Chain Reaction @ East Boston Farmers Market [10/9/24]
2024-10-09 16:00 - 18:00 | East Boston Farmers Market, Central Square Park at 200 Border Street, East Boston Farmers Market, MA, 02128, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the East Boston Farmers Market:

Wednesday, October 30th

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [10/11/2024]
2024-10-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

October 25 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 22 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [10/12/24]
2024-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Mattapan Farmers Market, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market:

Saturday, October 26th

Unity in Community Ride: Seasons of Change [10/19/24]
2024-10-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Seasons of Change: Fall Social Ride!
Join Bikes Not Bombs on our seventh and final Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday October 19th for a relaxed ride through some of Boston’s best parks! Join us on a foliage-filled route through Franklin Park, Arnold Arboretum, and the Emerald Necklace. Because this is our final ride of the season, we’ll celebrate a successful ride series with apple cider and donuts after the ride to thank our community members for riding with us all season!
This route will be approximately 8 miles long. We will have ride leaders & marshals, including corkers. Route is available to view here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48308488
Need 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!
Details:
11:00 am meet at Bikes Not Bombs
11:30 am ride departure
1:00 pm: approximate return back to Bikes Not Bombs for apple cider and donuts!
Questions?
Reach out to Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [10/25/2024]
2024-10-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

November 8 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
November 22 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [10/26/24]
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Mattapan Farmers Market, Corner of Cummins Hwy & Fairway, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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!
Chain 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:

ABCQ’s: making sure your air, brakes, chain, and quick-release are all properly adjusted
Brake & shifting adjustments
Cleaning & lubricating chains
Bike estimates
Tube swaps and patch kits
Cable swaps (depending on mechanic availability)
Professional advice

This is our last Chain Reaction at the Farmers Market in Mattapan for 2024!

40th Anniversary Celebration [11/7/2024]
2024-11-07 18:00 - 21:00
Mark your calendars to join us in the evening on Thursday November 7th at Hibernian Hall! Join us for a fundraiser celebrating 40 years of using the bicycle as a vehicle for social change.
For full event details, please refer to our 40th Anniversary page here, including instructions on how to RSVP.
For any questions regarding ticketing or additional event details, please contact BNB Director of Development Angela Phinney at angela@bikesnotbombs.org or 617-519-6189

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [11/8/2024]
2024-11-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

November 22 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

NEW DATE: Container Loading to Kenya [November 15th to 17th]
2024-11-15 - 2024-11-17 | BNB Warehouse, 10 Harvard St., Boston, MA, 02124, United States
Updated on 10/30/24: we have a new date secured! Thank you for your patience and understanding as we had to reschedule to due shipping concerns. We hope
Join us on Friday November 15th and Saturday November 16th 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!
Typical scene at a container loading, as volunteers help load bikes into the shipping container
Location: The Bikes Not Bombs warehouse at 10 Harvard Street in Dorchester, MA 02124.
Date and Times: the following shifts will be available on both Friday and Saturday:

9 AM to 12:30 PM
12:30 PM to 4 PM

We welcome all people to help for any amount of time, and volunteers may register for as many shifts as they are available. Please note that the extra Sunday shift may be cancelled if we are able to fill the container ahead of schedule on Saturday.
What to Expect: Volunteers will arrive and be assigned certain roles or to perform specific tasks. You will be lifting and moving bicycles throughout the day, though not every individual is required to do heavy lifting. 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!
Who are we shipping the bikes to? Learn more about Cycloville here!
For any questions, please reach out to the team at: containerloading@bikesnotbombs.org

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [11/22/2024]
2024-11-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Jamaica Plain Hub: 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

December 13 (Jamaica Plain Hub)

Youth Bike Summit Q&A Info Session [December 4th]
2024-12-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
Learn more about the 2025 Youth Bike Summit from co-hosts Bikes Not Bombs & Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition!
We’ll talk workshop proposals, activities, logistics, & more at this live Q&A info session. For prospective attendees or partners who want to submit a workshop proposal, this is a great time to hear from attendees and organizers about workshop guidelines and audiences.
Join us on Wednesday December 4th from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Register now to us via Zoom!
This event is primarily virtual, with the option to join in person at Bikes Not Bombs or Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition.

Workshop Proposals are Open!
At each Youth Bike Summit, some workshops are put on by the hosts, but the majority are from attendees from across the country! Workshops may address topics including cycling, youth, education, advocacy, political action, environmental justice, job training, economic development, planning, sustainable transportation, international bike cooperatives, recycled arts, management, fundraising strategies, best practices, or other topics related to bicycles and youth. Learn more and submit your workshop proposal here! Proposals will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the March 1st deadline.
What is the Youth Bike Summit?
The Youth Bike Summit (YBS) is a 3-day national conference bringing together students, educators, advocates, researchers, policy makers and community leaders in order to: gather and share ideas; give youth a voice, and; encourage civic engagement and advocacy. Through workshops, presentations, keynote speakers, discussion, and visioning, we transform dialogue into action.
Learn more about the Youth Bike Summit here!

Container Loading to Ghana [December 13th to 15th]
2024-12-13 - 2024-12-15 | BNB Warehouse, 10 Harvard St., Boston, MA, 02124, United States
Join us on Friday December 13th and Saturday December 14th 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!
Typical scene at a container loading, as volunteers help load bikes into the shipping container
Location: The Bikes Not Bombs warehouse at 10 Harvard Street in Dorchester, MA 02124.
Date and Times: the following shifts will be available on both Friday and Saturday:

9 AM to 12:30 PM
12:30 PM to 4 PM

We welcome all people to help for any amount of time, and volunteers may register for as many shifts as they are available. Please note that the extra Sunday shift may be cancelled if we are able to fill the container ahead of schedule on Saturday.
What to Expect: Volunteers will arrive and be assigned certain roles or to perform specific tasks. You will be lifting and moving bicycles throughout the day, though not every individual is required to do heavy lifting. 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!
Who are we shipping the bikes to? Learn more about Village Bicycle Project here!
For any questions, please reach out to the team at: containerloading@bikesnotbombs.org

December Winter Group Bike Ride: Jamaica Plain & Roxbury [12/14/2024]
2024-12-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Interested in trying out winter biking? Join Boston Bikes and Bikes Not Bombs for a family and beginner friendly bike route through Jamaica Plain and Roxbury, ending with free hot chocolate!

The Boston Transportation Department (BTD) is organizing a series of four winter group rides between December and March. Each ride will follow a beginner and family friendly bike route through the neighborhood and end with free hot chocolate.

Join us on Saturday December 14th for the first ride, starting & ending at Ula Cafe in Jamaica Plain! The Bikes Not Bombs Bike Shop will be open from 10am to 5pm, so stop by for any bike related needs before or after the ride. Check out the event webpage here for more info & links to the other three winter group rides with Boston Bikes.

Interested in joining a ride? Please fill out this form or email Boston Bikes at bostonbikes@boston.gov for more info.

BNB @ Streetwise Talks [December 18th]
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Aeronaut Brewery, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, Massachusetts, 02143, United States
Join us on Wednesday December 18th at Streetwise!
December’s edition of Streetwise will feature BNB’s CEO Elijah Evans, giving a talk titled “Bridging the Gap: Youth-Led Advocacy for Safer Streets.” Elijah will discuss the history of youth-centered community organizing at Bikes Not Bombs, and the lessons we can use for mobility justice and advocacy for safer streets.
Join us on Wednesday December 18th at 6:00 PM at Aeronaut Brewery in Somerville.
RSVP on Facebook here!
STREETWISE (formerly Bike Talk)- a monthly speaker series with the goal of sharing wisdom on the path to complete streets. The renewed series is co-sponsored by the Somerville Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Somerville Alliance for Safe Streets and is back in person at Aeronaut Brewery in Somerville and occurs on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM.

January Winter Group Bike Ride: Dorchester & Mattapan [1/25/2025]
2025-01-25 10:30 - 12:30 | Flat Black Coffee, 1170 Washington St, Dorchester, MA, 02124, United States
NEW DATE!
Interested in trying out winter biking? Join Boston Bikes and Bikes Not Bombs for a family and beginner friendly bike route through Dorchester and Mattapan, ending with free hot chocolate!

Join us on Saturday January 25th for the second ride of the winter group ride series, this time highlighting Mattapan and Dorchester! Check out the event webpage here for more info, including how to RSVP and request a Bluebike if you need one. This ride will start and end at Flat Black Coffee in Dorchester, located at 1170 Washington St. We will meet up at 10:30am and offer free basic bike repair for our riders before departing at 11:00am.

Interested in joining a ride? Please fill out this form or email Boston Bikes at bostonbikes@boston.gov for more info.

Tool Time [1/31/2025]
2025-01-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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 last Friday of the month.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Where: Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
When: 4 and 7pm on the last Friday of the month
Upcoming 2025 Tool Time Dates:

January 31
February 28
March 28
April 25
May 23* on the fourth Friday to avoid overlapping with the Youth Bike Summit
June 27
July 25
August 29
September 26
October 31
November and December dates TBA!

February Winter Group Bike Ride: South Boston [2/8/2025]
2025-02-08 10:30 - 12:30 | Esthetic Bean, 16 Preble Street, South Boston, MA 02127, 16 Preble St, South Boston, MA, 02127, United States
Interested in trying out winter biking? Join Boston Bikes and Bikes Not Bombs for a family and beginner friendly bike route through South Boston, ending with free hot chocolate!

Join us on Saturday February 8th for the third ride of the winter group ride series, this time highlighting South Boston! Check out the event webpage here for more info, including how to RSVP and request a free Bluebike if you need one. We will meet up at 10:30am and offer free basic bike repair for our riders before departing at 11:00am. The ride will depart from and end at Esthetic Bean, located at 16 Preble Street, South Boston, MA 02127. You can view the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49642586

Schedule:

10:30 AM: meet up at Esthetic Bean; enjoy free bike repair before your ride
11:00 AM: ride departs
12:00 PM ride returns to Esthetic Bean for free hot chocolate

Interested in joining a ride? Please fill out this form or email Boston Bikes at bostonbikes@boston.gov for more info.

Volunteer Orientation: Bike Refurb Mechanic Volunteer [2/19/2025]
2025-02-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Utilize your mechanical skills to help repair and refurbish bikes for those who need them most! This Volunteer Orientation is open to volunteers who have at least basic bike mechanic skills to support our Bikes For All campaign as ‘Bike Refurb Mechanic Volunteers.’ Registration is required here.
At our orientation session, you will learn about volunteering with BNB, have a mechanic assess your mechanic skills, 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 available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 12 to 3 (early shift) or 3:30 to 6:30 (late shift).
Commitment
We are seeking volunteers who are able to commit to two to four shifts a month, for three months, with the option to stay on longer if interested.
Questions?
Please reach out if this date does not work for you but you are still interested in volunteering with us as a Bike Refurb Mechanic Volunteer. Reach out to Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org

Tool Time [2/28/2025]
2025-02-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
Bikes 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.
For questions or more information, please reach out to the Director of Community Engagement, Julia Karr: julia@bikesnotbombs.org
Where: Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
When: 4 and 7pm on the fourth Friday of the month
Upcoming 2025 Tool Time Dates:

March 28
April 25
May 23
June 27
July 25
August 22
September 26
October 24
November 28
