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The Power Of Earn-A-Bike: Stories From Nevis Island And Boston
Written by Boston Biker on Jan 28Got this in the email, bikes not bombs is awesome, and this event sounds really cool.
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The Power of Earn-A-Bike: Stories from Nevis Island & Boston
Wednesday, February 9th, 7:00pm
at Bikes Not Bombs Hub, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA
Join us on February 9th at 7pm for a unique presentation that will
highlight Bikes Not Bombs’ Earn-A-Bike projects in the Island of Nevis
and here in Boston.
This past summer, International Programs Director David Branigan visited
the Earn-A-Bike project in Nevis. David will show a short film and discuss
his insights from the visit, including the strengths and challenges of the
program, the increased involvement of government agencies, and the
tremendous potential for the expansion in the next 2-3 years.
Youth Programs Coordinator Elijah Evans, who visited the Earn-A-Bike Nevis
project in 2009, will take a look into the historical, political and
cultural context of Nevis, and what the implications are today. Elijah is
also a graduate of the Earn-A-Bike program in Boston, which he now
oversees. Elijah will discuss the power of Earn-A-Bike to impact young
people, the connections between the Earn-A-Bike programs in Nevis and
Boston, and a vision for the future.
Finally, we’ll hear from a panel of Youth Instructors who have graduated
from BNB’s youth programs in Boston and now teach their younger peers.
These young people will share their personal experiences with Earn-A-Bike
and the program’s impact on their lives.
This event is free and open to the public. It is a potluck so please
consider bringing something to share. For more information, see
http://bikesnotbombs.org or contact Allie Hunter at [email protected]
or 617-522-0222.
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Bikes Not Bombs Earn A Bike Application
Written by Boston Biker on Jan 16got this in the email, Bikes not Bombs is awesome, if you need a bike check this out.
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Bikes Not Bombs Spring Earn-A-Bike Course
March 28, 2011 – May 5, 2011
Monday – Thursday, 3:30 – 6:30pm each day
Bikes Not Bombs is currently enrolling applicants for the Spring 2011 session of the Earn-A-Bike Program. In the program you’ll choose a bike in the beginning and learn the skills to not only build it up, but also maintain it. At the end of the program, once the bike is built, it is yours to take home! Additionally, we go on daily bike adventures to explore some of the fascinating places Boston has to offer, and look into various environmental awareness topics. This course is for ages 12-18.
Applications are available online. If you have any questions please contact Elijah Evans, Youth Programs Coordinator, at 617-522-0222 x101 or email [email protected]
Summer 2011 Earn-A-Bike: There will be two sessions of the summer course, and applications will be available on March 1st
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Earn A Bike Opening
Written by Boston Biker on Sep 11
Bikes not Bombs has announced an openings in its popular youth program, Earn-A-Bike. Youth ages 12 – 18 may register to build a bike of their own, learn mechanics skills, bike safety, leadership development. The cost is $25-$50 and youth may pay on a sliding scale. Please contact Elijah at 617.522.0222 or check it out at www.bikesnotbombs.org…Come on kids…a bike for just $25??? Mechanics skills? Cool company and awesome mentors…what else is there to do after school?
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Bikes Not Bombs Earn A Bike Teen Spring Session
Written by Boston Biker on Mar 02Want a bike? Got no cash? You a teenager? Then this is for you. This is a great way to learn about bike stuff, and get a free bike in the process.
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SPRING EARN-A-BIKE FOR TEENS
March 30th – May 7th
This course meets each week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:30-6:30 pm.
Earn yourself a bicycle (to keep) while learning how to fix it! This class is for girls and boys ages 12-18.
We go for fun bike rides, learn a lot of bike mechanics and bike safety, and explore some environmental issues. You don’t need any experience with mechanics. Our instructors will work with you every step of the way to make this fun and easy to learn. Our bike rides spend most of their time on bike paths in the parks near us, and once everyone has learned their skills we’ll deal with riding on the street.
You pick out a bike (choose from mountain, road, or BMX bikes), we teach you to rebuild it, and then you keep it!
Contact Elijah Evans at 617-522-0222 or [email protected].
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