CargoB Demo @ BNB [5/25/2024]
2024-05-25 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Curious 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!
CargoB 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.

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [5/31/2024]
2024-05-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
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:

May 31 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
June 28 (Roxbury Hub)
July 12 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
July 26 (Roxbury Hub)
August 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
August 23 (Roxbury Hub)
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)

Unity in Community Ride: Ride to Pride [6/8/24]
2024-06-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Ride to Pride
Join Bikes Not Bombs on our third Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday June 8th.
This 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.
View the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46789290
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:

11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs
11:30am ride departure
12:45pm to 1:00pm: expected ride end time, finishing at Boston Commons (about 6.5 miles)
1:00pm: optional return route departs back to where we started at Bikes Not Bombs (about 4.5 miles)

Questions? Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org

Chain Reaction @ Roxbury Open Streets [6/22/24]
2024-06-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Blue Hill Ave, Roxbury MA 021119, Corner of Blue Hill Ave and Warren Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119, United States
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.
Does 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!
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

BNB’s exact location for this event is forthcoming, so keep an eye out on our social media channels!

Container Loading to El Salvador [6/28/2024 to 6/30/2024]
2024-06-28 - 2024-06-30 | BNB Warehouse, 10 Harvard St., Boston, MA, 02124, United States
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!
Join 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!
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: Friday June 28th through Sunday June 30th, during any of the following times:

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.
What 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!
Who are we shipping the bikes to? Learn more about CESTA here!

CANCELLED: Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [6/28/2024]
2024-06-28 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:

July 5 (Jamaica Plain Hub) *altered time!*

Friday July 5th from 2:30 to 5:30pm

July 26 (Roxbury Hub)
August 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
August 23 (Roxbury Hub)
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 - 20 Miles [6/29/2024]
2024-06-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
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 June 29th, 2024

20 miles
Meet at BNB by 8:00 AM; prompt roll-out at 8:30 AM.
Route viewable here on Ride With GPS, please feel free to export this to your own device
We 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.

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/

Everyday Revolutions Tour @ BNB [6/29/2024]
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Stop by one of our monthly site visits: Everyday Revolution Tours!
During 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.
Don’t hesitate, sign up and join our next tour scheduled for Saturday June 29th from 10am to 11am at Bikes Not Bombs.
Other dates for 2024 are Saturdays 7/27, 8/17, 9/28, 10/19, and 11/23, scheduled from 10am to 11am.

Chain Reaction @ Dorchester Food Co-op [6/29/24]
2024-06-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Dorchester Food Co-op, 195 Bowdoin St, Boston, 02122, 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!
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 Dorchester Food Coop:

Saturday July 20th
Saturday August 24th
Saturday October 5th

SPECIAL HOURS: Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [7/5/2024]
2024-07-05 14:30 - 17:30 | Bikes Not Bombs Roxbury Hub, 520B Dudley St, Roxbury, 02119, United States

Chain Reaction @ East Boston Farmers Market [7/10/24]
2024-07-10 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, August 14th
Wednesday, September 18th
Wednesday, October 9th
Wednesday, October 30th

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [7/13/24]
2024-07-13 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, August 10th
Saturday, August 31st
Saturday, September 14th
Saturday, September 28th
Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, October 26th

2024 Bike-A-Thon Training Ride - 35 Miles [7/14/2024]
2024-07-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
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.
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!

Sunday July 14th, 2024

35 miles
Meet at BNB by 8:00 AM; prompt roll-out at 8:30 AM.
UPDATED ROUTE here on Ride With GPS, please feel free to export this to your own device.
We 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.

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/

Opening Celebration: Bike Town at Moakley Park [7/20/2024]
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Moakley Park, 1005 Columbia Road, Boston, 02127, United States
Join us to celebrate the opening of Bike Town at Moakley Park!

All Boston youth and families are invited to join us for a family-friendly bike party to celebrate the opening of Bike Town at Moakley Park, a new place in Boston where kids can practice riding, rolling, and walking in a fun and safe environment. The celebration will take place at Moakley Park across Day Blvd from the Carson Beach Bath House and feature:

Free ice cream and music
Free bike and helmet rentals for kids
Bike demonstrations and activities
A short ribbon-cutting ceremony

This event is a collaboration between the Mayor’s Office of New Urban Mechanics, the Mayor’s Office of Early Childhood Education, the Boston Parks Department, and Boston Harbor Now.
ABOUT BIKE TOWN
Biking helps kids explore their neighborhood, have fun, and grow. In an effort to make Boston a more family-friendly city and increase road safety for children, the City of Boston is creating fun and safe places where kids can develop their bike riding skills and road safety awareness. Bike Town is a small-sized street network, sometimes called a “traffic garden”, where kids can learn and practice riding bikes in a safe, car-free and delightful environment. These miniature streets can help:

Teach children essential bike-riding skills to promote active and safe transportation
Educate community members, especially children, about road safety practices
Increase children’s confidence in their ability to safely navigate city streets

Unity in Community Ride: 40 Years of Bikes Not Bombs [New Date: 7/20/24]
2024-07-20 11:00 - 13:00 | MA
JOIN US ON SATURDAY JULY 20TH!
Our original date of Saturday July 6th was postponed due to forecasted thunderstorms. We hope to see you on the 20th!
40 Years of Bikes Not Bombs
Join Bikes Not Bombs on our fourth Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday July 20th.
This month, Bikes Not Bombs turns 40! From our start in Ferris Wheels’ basement to our evolution on Amory St and beyond, discover our journey. Stops along the route will discuss the past and present of our work.
This is a 10 miles route with some riding on city streets. We will have ride leaders & marshals, including corkers. You may preview the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47375209
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:
11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs
11:30am ride departure
1:00pm: approximate return back to Bikes Not Bombs
Questions?
Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org or Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org

Chain Reaction @ Jamaica Plain Open Streets [7/21/24]
2024-07-21 10:30 - 17:00 | Centre St. between Lamartine St. to South St, Centre St. between Lamartine St. to South St, Jamaica Plain, 02130, United States
Mark you calendars for Saturday June 22nd to join us at Open Streets: Jamaica Plain: stop by BNB’s booth between 512 and 530 Centre St for E-Bike test rides, info on future events, and free bike repair!
Located on Centre St. between Lamartine St. to South St,. This event invites you to immerse yourself in the community’s rich culture. Make your way along the route and explore a medley of local businesses, activity zones, live music, and food! Here you’ll find everything from face painting, yummy treats from local food vendors, interactive art, and more! Embrace the spirit of togetherness along this car-free route from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.—it’s an unforgettable celebration of Jamaica Plain’s community that is free for the public to attend.
Does 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: Jamaica Plain!
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

BNB’s exact location for this event is forthcoming, so keep an eye out on our social media channels!

Tool Time at Roxbury Hub [7/26/2024]
2024-07-26 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:

August 9 (Jamaica Plain Hub)
August 23 (Roxbury Hub)
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)

CANCELLED: Everyday Revolutions Tour @ BNB [7/27/2024]
2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Please note that the scheduled tour for July has been cancelled. We invited you to join us at a future event!
Stop by one of our monthly site visits: Everyday Revolution Tours!
During 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.
Other dates for 2024 are Saturdays 8/17, 9/28, 10/19, and 11/23, scheduled from 10am to 11am.

Bluebikes 101 with BNB [8/3/2024]
2024-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | MA
Are you interested in using Bluebikes or curious about membership? We’re here to help you with all things biking related – including using bike share!
We’re also hosting a Bluebikes 101 drop-in before our next Unity Ride: come to Bikes Not Bombs at 10:00am on August 3rd to learn more about membership, practice docking / undocking a bike, and go for a short ride!
Questions? Reach out to Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org.

You can also stop by our regular Tool Time or Chain Reaction events to learn more about reduced cost memberships, the basics of how to use a Bluebike, and more!
If you can’t make it, we want to hear from you! Share your feedback on access, ease of use, and new station placement in the survey here.

Unity in Community Ride: Boston's Black History [8/3/24]
2024-08-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Exploring Boston’s Black History
Join Bikes Not Bombs on our fifth Unity in Community Ride of the 2024 season on Saturday August 3rd for an enlightening and empowering experience celebrating the heritage and contributions of Roxbury’s Black community.
From historic landmarks and cultural institutions, to the stories of influential figures who shaped the community, this ride offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Roxbury. Stops along our route will highlight the rich tapestry of Black history that defines this vibrant neighborhood. Explore the legacy of activism, art, and resilience that continues to inspire and uplift.
This is an 8 miles route with some riding on city streets. We will have ride leaders & marshals, including corkers. You may preview the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47626912
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:
11:00am meet at Bikes Not Bombs
11:30am ride departure
1:00pm: approximate return back to Bikes Not Bombs
Questions?
Reach out to Montell Khaldi montell@bikesnotbombs.org or Julia Karr julia@bikesnotbombs.org

CANCELLED: Chain Reaction @ Open Newbury with Patagonia [8/4/24]
2024-08-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Patagonia Boston, 346 Newbury St, Boston, MA, 02115, United States
Update: this event has been cancelled due to the weather forecast, which has prompted the City of Boston to cancel the planned Open Newbury on Sunday August 4th. We hope to update you with a new date as soon as we can. Thank you for your understanding!

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

Additional dates for 2024 Chain Reaction at Open Newbury with Patagonia Boston:

Sunday August 25th

Tool Time at Jamaica Plain Hub [8/9/2024]
2024-08-09 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
Roxbury Hub: 520B Dudley St, Roxbury, MA 02119

Upcoming 2024 Tool Time Dates:

August 23 (Roxbury Hub)
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)

Chain Reaction @ East Boston Farmers Market [8/14/24]
2024-08-14 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, September 18th
Wednesday, October 9th
Wednesday, October 30th

Everyday Revolutions Tour @ BNB [8/17/2024]
2024-08-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130, United States
Stop by one of our monthly site visits: Everyday Revolution Tours!
During 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.
Don’t hesitate, sign up and join our next tour scheduled for Saturday August 17th from 10am to 11am at Bikes Not Bombs.
Other dates for 2024 are Saturdays 9/28, 10/19, and 11/23, scheduled from 10am to 11am.

Chain Reaction @ Mattapan Farmers Market [8/17/24]
2024-08-17 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, August 31st
Saturday, September 14th
Saturday, September 28th
Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, October 26th

Bike-A-Thon Fundraising 101 [8/22/2024]
2024-08-22 18:30 - 19:30 | MA
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
