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JP Bikes Next Meeting
Written by Boston Biker on Dec 08Got this in the mail today, if you live in JP you should check it out.
Good Afternoon! This is a reminder that we are having our next planning meeting TOMORROW, 12/9/08, in the Agassiz School (20 Child Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130) at 7:00 pm.
The agenda for the meeting is posted below, if you would like to review it beforehand. Also, if you feel like bringing snacks to share, they are always welcome. We anticipate the meeting will run 1.5 – 2 hours, and as such plan to start at 7 sharp, though you are welcome to come later if you cannot be there right at 7.
In addition, we will be looking for people who would like to take more of a leadership position in JP Bikes, whether spearheading a specific project temporarily, or becoming a broader committee leader. If you think that describes you, please reply and let us know before the meeting so we can coordinate with you, especially if you are unable to attend tomorrow.
Just let me know if you have any questions about the meeting, or anything else, and I’ll do my best to answer intelligently.
Thanks and see you all tomorrow!
Jen Paulousky
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1. Icebreaker/introductions
2. Meeting guidelines/very brief explanation of our goals for the meeting
3. List of priorities with Subcomitties is presented to the group
A. Media committee
i. Website
ii. Google Groups/email list
iii. Blog
B. Ride Committee
i. Spring Kickoff/Bike Centre St.
ii. BRA co-planned ride
C. Advocacy Committee
i. Southwest Corridor
a. Paving
b. Safety/call box installation
ii. Emerald Necklace
a. Rt. 9 crossing
iii. Signage
a. Peter Firth’s project
D. Community Committee
i. Attend other local bike meetings for cross-reporting
ii. Attend City meetings as representatives of JP Bikes & cross-reporting
iii. Register new riders
E. Education Committee
i. Safety for bikers
ii. Inclement and off-season riding
4. Breakout into groups to brainstorm ACTION POINTS
A. Small steps to reach the first larger goal on that committee’s list
B. DEADLINES for small goals
5. Breakout groups present to the whole.
6. Announcements, time frame for next meeting, and wrapup.
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Bikes Not Bombs Phone-A-Thon!
Written by Boston Biker on Nov 13Got this in the email today, I love Bikes Not Bombs, and so should you! They do great things and need your help!
email below
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Hi Folks!
Hope you’re enjoying Falltime in the city! Please check this out, and let me know… it’s a great way to help BNB’s work.
Bikes Not Bombs Phone-A-Thon volunteers needed
The annual grassroots fundraising favorite is rolling up in November and December: help raise money and talk to some other cool supporters of BNB!
About 30 volunteers (you included) will join us to call people who love BNB, have already given to us, and need a little friendly reminder/contact to get them to give again/give more and get re-inspired about BNB’s awesome work.
Here’s why you should come spend two or more sessions with a BNB Phone-A-Thon crew:
1. It’s an easy way for BNB to raise $30,000 – 40,000.
2. It’s great training for any other fundraising you may want to do in your life. (Training and coaching provided at each session.)
3. You get to talk to lots of people who love BNB’s work. (Our favorite part.)
4. You get free snacks (or dinner, if it’s time).
5. You earn volunteer hours for your valuable time at each session!
6. You’ll meet some new BNBers, and that is always fun.
7. You’ll get to meet BNB Board members, all of whom do at least two of these phone calling shifts!
Please email [email protected] or call 617-522-0222 if you are interested and/or have any questions call/email to sign up for two or more sessions. We also need volunteers to provide food! Locations TBA.
Sessions:
1. Thursday, 11/20, 5:30-9:00 PM
2. Saturday, 11/22, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
3. Saturday, 11/22, 2:00-5:00 PM
4. Sunday, 11/23, Noon-3:30 PM
5. Sunday, 11/23, 3:30-7 PM (PROBABLY CANCELLED)
6. Thursday, 12/4, 5:30-9:00 PM
7. Saturday, 12/6, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
8. Sunday, 12/7, Noon-3:30 PM
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Jasmine Laietmark
Director of Grassroots Fundraising and Events
www.bikesnotbombs.org
617-522-0222 x106
We were in the Boston Phoenix last week!
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Green Streets & Public Health Lecture Social
Written by Boston Biker on Nov 07
Tuesday, November 11
6:30 – 8:30 PM
German International School Boston
(formerly St. Anthony’s School)
57 Holton St., Allston
Come to two presentations from the Green Space Advocates. The first presents design plans for a low impact development greening project at the St. Anthony’s site along Everett Street. We are excited about working with our partners at the German International Day School and St. Anthony’s on this project.
The second is a presentation concerning the connection between public health and open space with particular attention to Allston Brighton.
There will be food and refreshments and time for mixing and mingling.
To RSVP, please email Kate or call her at 617.787.3874 x216.
The Allston Brighton Green Space Advocates meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Next meeting will be Nov. 19, 7PM at ABCDC’s office.
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Waltham Bicycle Committee Meeting
Written by Boston Biker on Oct 25Got this email today, if you kick it in Waltham give it a look.
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The Waltham Bicycle Committee will meet at 7:30 PM on Monday, October
27 at the Shapiro Academic Complex at Brandeis University.Directions: Turn right at the main entrance to the campus, on South
Street. The Shapiro Academic Complex is the building directly ahead
of you at the very top of the hill on the campus ring road. For
further information, please contact meJohn S. Allen
jsallen *at* bikexprt.com
http://bikexprt.com
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MASSIVE Bikes Not Bombs Update
Written by Boston Biker on Oct 22Below is a MASSSSSSSSIVE update on all things Bikes Not Bombs, enjoy. There is a lot of goodness in here so be sure to take a look through it all.
BOOKKEEPER JOB AT BNB
Bikes Not Bombs is looking for a bookkeeper to work 10-16 hours per week. Experience with QuickBooks required. Must have excellent attention to detail. This is a temporary position, with the potential to grow into an expanded, full-time position encompassing financial management and human resources in 2009. Please send your resume to [email protected] or call Sam Wechsler at 617-522-0222, x105 for more information. Position to be filled as soon as possible.
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SEE BNB MOVIES ONLINE
Some volunteer filmmakers have recently completed 2 very short documentaries about BNB’s work. These are both amazing films that really bring out the vibrant community of young people and volunteers here, giving a real glimpse into BNB’s work. Don’t watch just one – see them both, at http://www.bikesnotbombs.org! (scroll down to find the films)
A big thanks to Allegra Anderson for her 6 minute documentary, viewable on the BNB website homepage and also at http://vimeo.com/1706577
Assembly Required: One Peace at a Time from Bikes Not Bombs on Vimeo.
And a big thanks to Rahil Calcuttawala and Sheryl Lanzel for their short documentary, viewable on the BNB website homepage and also at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRzSvVXVYrM
If you want to see Rakim and Sheryl’s other work, check out: rakimagery.com and sheryllanzel.com
much much more below.
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The Word On The Street
Here is what people are saying
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
- It’s Finally Happening! 5th Annual Hot Cocoa Ride Feb 12! February 8, 2022... Continue reading →commonwheels
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- Hello world! June 9, 2021Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! Continue reading →thecommunityspoke
- Run The Jewels Lead Free Pewter Hand Carved And Cast Pin Set January 3, 2021Made these lovely RTJ fist and gun pin set. Hand carved in wax, and then cast in lead free pewter. Because these are made by hand you can do fun things like add an extra small pin so that they sit just so (also means they have “customized” brass back plates to accommodate the extra […]Boston Biker
- My Work In The Wild: Feather Head Badge With Chris King Headset January 3, 2021One of my customers sent me this amazing picture of my feather badge installed on their (awesome!) bike. Check out Manofmultnomah (here and here), apparently Chris King took some interest in it as well. Want one of your own? Buy it here, or here... Continue reading →Boston Biker
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
