SFBC Treehouse Talk: Andy Clarke, League of American Bicyclists executive director
"Join Bay Area bicycling bigwheels at this briefing with League of American Bicyclists' executive director Andy Clarke, direct from Washington, DC. Hear the latest about the federal transportation bill and what it could mean for bicycling and livable streets, learn about LAB's legislative and policy initiatives, explore the intersections between local and national bike advocacy. Bring your bike upstairs and relax."
June 12, 2009
Expanded Downtown Berkeley BART Bike Station Moving Forward
Berkeley and East Bay bicycle commuters will have many more bicycle parking options with the opening of a new storefront bicycle station near Downtown Berkeley BART later this year. East Bay Bike Coalition Executive Director Robert Raburn and a spokesperson for BART confirmed that a lease was signed last week at the site of the former Shoe Pavilion store on Shattuck Avenue, just steps from the Allston Way entrance to the BART station. The new bike station will be operated by Alameda Bicycle, which runs the current station.
June 12, 2009
Hardtop Bike Polo Game: Beginner Night
Fast 3x3 game. Exciting just to watch, more fun to play. Helmet and gloves recommended for beginners. http://sfbikepolo.com/
June 11, 2009
Grass Bike Polo Game
"Every Sunday 3pm and Tuesday 6pm at Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Hard to miss a group of people playing polo in a field. Bring bike and refreshments. Fun and casual game that gets the blood going.
June 11, 2009
Live Webcast: Steinberg & Leno Answer Budget Related Questions at Town Hall Forum
"As California's elected leaders work on the difficult choices of resolving an unprecedented state budget crisis, our state's residents have growing concerns and questions about how severe the consequences will be in order to balance a budget where the deficit has now ballooned to more than $20 billion.
June 11, 2009
TransForm Regional Meeting: What Road Pricing Can Mean for Low-Income People and Transportation Options
“There are ways to move more people on our existing highway system and improve transportation options for everyone. An array of road pricing mechanisms, from charging drivers to enter HOT lanes during busy times to variable bridge tolls, are being tried across the country. But is road pricing unfair to low-income people? Rand has released … Continued
June 11, 2009
End of Car-Free Challenge Celebration: Sunnyvale
"Come Party with Car-Free Challengers and TransForm Supporters! At the end of the Car-Free Challenge, Sports Basement is helping us host not one, not two, but three parties around the Bay Area that will be free for Challengers and guest. There will be delicious munchies, festive libations (wine, beer & more), prizes, and discounted shopping. We can't think of a better place for you to be than celebrating with Car-Free Challengers and TransForm supporters who want more public transportation, walking, and biking options!"
June 11, 2009