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RECURRING EVENTS
Seniors on Bikes
June 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24 (picnic)
Join Seniors on Bikes for several rides of varying distance throughout June. With more than 60 members strong, Seniors on Bikes was founded by several local seniors who meet Wednesdays and Fridays for rides around Boulder County. These rides are open to the public. Please check in one day in advance to verify ride times and locations by calling 303-494-2890 or e-mailing seniorsonbikes@gmail.com.
W&BM at the Farmer’s Market
June 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month, GO Boulder will host an informational booth at the Boulder Farmer’s Market, 13th Street and Arapahoe Avenue, from 4 to 7 p.m. on June 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, and 22. Stop by to register for Bike to Work Day, which takes place on Wednesday, June 22, or register online at www.drcog.org. For more information about the Farmer’s Market booth or Walk & Bike Month, contact Sue Prant at 303-564-9681 or bikesue@gmail.com.
Community Cycles Rolling Bike Clinic
June 5, 12, 19
Visit the Community Cycles Rolling Bike Clinic from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on June 5, 12, and 19. The rolling clinic is equipped with all the tools of a mobile bike shop and manned with volunteers who can repair your bike. Locations are yet to be determined. Visit www.communitycycles.org/programs/rolling-bike-clinics for more information. For more information, see the Community Cycles web site at www.communitycycles.org.
Venus Bike Club Ride
June 5, 11, 25
Join Community Cycles for a bike ride for women of all abilities. These rides on June 5, 11 and 25 will vary in distance and start time. Visit www.fullcyclebikes.com/venus-bike-club/calendar/ or call 303-440-1002 for details.
Small Planet Electric Ride
June 6, 13, 20
Join fellow electric bike riders for a ride on June 6, 13 and 20. Riders and those interested in electric bikes should meet at the Central Park Band Shell at 7 p.m. Although the focus is on electric bikes, anyone who would like to learn more about electric bikes is welcome to join on a traditional bike. For more information, contact Tom Wilson at 303-532-2879 or tom@smallplanetevehicles.com.
Bike to Dance
June 7, 14, 21
Free participatory folk dance program outside on the Plaza beside the Dushanbe Teahouse (1770 13th St) in downtown Boulder;7-10 pm. Learn to dance, experience our cultural heritage, meet lots of wonderful folks, and get in shape, all at the same time! No experience needed, no partner needed.
Contact: Tom Masterson at 303-499-6363 or tom.masterson@colorado.edu. Sponsored By: Postoley Dance Ensemble, Danceophile Studio & Boulder Human Relations Committee. For more information, see,www.Postoley.org.
ONE-TIME EVENTS
Going Car-Free in Boulder
June 4
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month in June, visit the Going Car-Free in Boulder workshop with Community Cycles on June 4 at 9:30 a.m., 2805 Wilderness Place, Suite 1000. This workshop will examine the reasons why it makes sense to go car-free, including saving money, improving personal health, and reducing our environmental impact. To register for this workshop, go to www.communitycycles.org.
National Trails Day
June 4
Help Boulder Mountain Bike Alliance build and complete the connector from the new Betasso loop to Four Mile Canyon. To Volunteer, go to www.eventbrite.com/event/1626018465/eorgrestore and build trails. For more information go to www.BoulderMountainBike.org/.
Co-Ed Fun Road Ride – Full Cycle
June 4
Take part in an enjoyable, relaxing co-ed ride starting at Full Cycle, 1795 Pearl St., at 6 p.m. June 4. The ride will be about an hour long and have a moderate pace. All ages welcome.
Boulder by Bike Ride – B-360
June 5
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month, join B-360 for a fun ride for all ages. This event begins and ends at Scott Carpenter Park with a rolling start between 3 and 5 p.m. Refreshments will be provided and participants are welcome to a post-ride picnic. Contact Annie Noble, 303-441-3242 or noblea@bouldercolorado.gov. for more information.
Southern Bike Adventure
Sun June 5
Grab your helmets and jump on your bike for an informative ride through the city of Boulder’s Open Space and Mountain Park's southern bike trail system. Join Ranger/Naturalist Kelly Idema as we travel from the historic mining town of Marshall to the ponderosa pine forests of Spring Brook Loop and everything in between.
This ride is approximately 15 miles and catered for people with intermediate mountain biking skills and fitness levels. Helmets are mandatory, food and water is highly recommended.
Ride runs from 9 am - 12:30 pm. Meet at the Marshall Mesa Trailhead, just east of the junction of Highway 93 and Marshall Road. Contact Dave Southerland at SutherlandD@bouldercolorado.gov for more info.
Fitness and Hydration for Women Riders and Runners – Full Cycle
June 6
Visit Full Cycle at 1795 Pearl St. at 6 p.m. June 6 for a workshop with Kay Covington, Ph. D., who has been training cyclists, runners and triathletes for 20 years. This session will examine proper hydration for optimal fitness. Call 303-501-2016 for more information.
The MIX – Active Lifestyle and Singles – Full Cycle
June 7
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month, join Full Cycle, Fleet Feet and others on June 7 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. for the MIX. The evening begins at Full Cycle, 1795 Pearl St., with a 15-20 mile road ride and then a happy hour at Reuben’s Burger Bistro. If you cannot make the ride, you are welcome to attend the social event. For more information, call 303- 440-1002
Boulder Creek Path Historic Bike Tour
June 8
Come to the historic Settler’s Park at 5:30 p.m. on June 8 for a relaxing ride along the Boulder Creek Path. All ages and abilities are welcome. For more information, visit www.boulderhistory.org, or call 303-499-3464.
Boulder Free Maintenance Clinic
June 8
Come to Full Cycle at 1795 Pearl St. between 7 and 8 p.m. on June 8 for a free bike maintenance clinic taught by James Keller. To register, you must stop by the shop or call 303-440-1002. For more information, call 303-449-3464.
Community Cycles Summer Bike Sale
June 11
Visit the Meadows Shopping Center at Foothills and Baseline from 10 am to 2 pm on June 11 to donate your old bike or find the perfect summer bike. There will be a kid’s bike rodeo, prizes, refreshments and a helmet fitting. You can also register your bike with Boulder police for free. Proceeds will benefit Community Cycles. Call 720-565-6019 or visit www.communitycycles.org for more information.
Shifters and Derailleurs Workshop
June 11
Visit Community Cycles, 2805 Wilderness Place, Suit 1000, at 10 am June 11 for a shifters and derailleurs workshop. This workshop will provide hands on experience in replacing cables and housing and making adjustments. To register for this workshop, go to www.communitycycles.org.
Scavenge de Hunt (By Bike) – Full Cycle
June 12 - CANCELED
Community Cycles Day at Boulder B-Cycle
June 15
Visit a Boulder B-Cycle station and 50 percent of your day pass purchase for use of a B-Cycle will go to Community Cycles. Visit www.boulderbcycle.com for more information.
Hidden Food Allergies and Performance – Full Cycle
June 16
Visit Full Cycle, 1795 Pearl St., at 6 pm on June 16 for a seminar on hidden food allergies and their impact on fitness and athletic performance. For more information, call 303-440-1002.
Bike Maintenance Basics for Women – REI
June 16
Join REI bike tech Kathy Draz at REI, June 16 at 6:30 pm as she demonstrates the basics of bike maintenance and roadside repair in a workshop designed specifically for women. No experience necessary. Please do not bring your bike. Visit www.rei.com/boulder to register.
Park(ing) Space Day
June 17
Businesses all over town adopt a spot and convert it into a park for one day by setting up grass, flowers, trees, chairs and other features. This city-wide event will be held from 10 am to 2 pm on June 17 at various locations. Visit www.communitycycles.org to register.
Bike Basics Work Shop – Community Cycles
June 18
Stop by Community Cycles, 2805 Wilderness Place, Suite 1000, at 9:30 am on June 18th for an informative workshop on the basics of biking. The workshop will cover basic bike maintenance and adjustments. To register for this workshop, go to www.communitycycles.org.
Boulder Bicyclists Group Pot Luck
June 18
Bike ride and Pot-luck. For more information, check the meet-up site at www.meetup.com/Boulder-County-Commuter-Cyclists-Meetup-Group/.
Beginner Road Riding Clinic for Women – Full Cycle
June 19
Visit Full Cycle, 1795 Pearl St., at 9 am on June 19th for a women-specific workshop on beginning road riding. This workshop will cover the basics of getting into road riding. For more information, call 303-440-1002.
Community Cycles Happy Hour at Reuben’s
June 21
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month, Rueben’s (1800 Broadway St) will be providing beer and food specials for bicyclist. There will also be drawings for lots of cool bike gear. For more information 303-443-5000.
Bike to Work Day
June 22
Join thousands of fellow walkers and bikers for Bike to Work Day on June 22. More than 40 breakfast stations all over town will be serving up free breakfast to bikers and walkers from 7 to 9 am. Visit www.communitycycles.org or www.drcog.org. for a complete list and map of all breakfast stations. Visit www.communitycycles.org to register.
Clips of Faith Beer and Film Tour – New Belgium Brewery
June 24
As part of Boulder’s Walk & Bike Month, join us June 24 for the Clips of Faith Film Tour, sponsored by New Belgium Brewery. This tour is an extravaganza of beer and film expression. The films, which are free to view, will visit more than a dozen cities, including Boulder for Walk & Bike Month. Beer sales will benefit Community Cycles. The festival will run from 7:30 – 11 pm at Central Park. Visit www.clipsoffaith.com or or www.drcog.org for a complete list and map of all breakfast stations. Visit www.communitycycles.org.
Annual Seniors on Bikes introductory ride and picnic
June 24
There's no cost for this event, which starts from the East Boulder Rec Center. More information: SeniorsOnBikes@gmail.com or 303-494-2890. The SOB picnic is being "upgraded" this year to a broader menu thanks to the contribution of Peak Form Physical Therapy. There will be a group ride from the E. Boulder Rec Center at 8AM to Martin Park (via a circuitous route) for a 9am post-ride breakfast. Riders may optionally continue afterward to Eldorado Springs and return.
Professional Drive-Train Cleaning – Community Cycles
June 25
Visit Community Cycles, 2805 Wilderness Place, Suite 1000, at 9:30 am on June 25th for a professional drive-train cleaning workshop. This workshop will reveal how to clean and reassemble a drive-train, including the removal of your chain, drive-side crank, and cassette/freewheel. Once your drive-train is clean and lubed, we'll cover tips for maintaining it in that condition. Visit www.communitycycles.org for details. For more information about Walk & Bike Month, please contact Sue Prant at 303-564-9681 or bikesue@gmail.com.
Nature For Kids & Parents: Hitting the trail!
Sun June 26, 10-12 noon
Join city of Boulder Open Space naturalist Debora Martin for a family bike tour along South Boulder Creek. We'll look for the Bobolink, a distinctive bird of the open grasslands which gave this trailhead its name. We'll stop at the creek for a snack, play a game and explore! Bring a bike, helmet, water, snack, and meet at the Bobolink Trailhead for biking fun. Tagalongs and trailers OK. Ages 6 and up.
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