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Veteran's Day
 Wed., Nov. 11 | All Day | SFBC HQ
Official SFBC Holiday. Offices closed. |
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Bayview Community Meeting*
Thu., Nov. 12 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Arc Ecology office - 4634 Third Street
Come to this community meeting to learn more about the planned redevelopment and opportunities to improve the neighborhood's affordable housing, healthy food options, and transportation including potential to create a bike shop in Bayview District. Visit arcecology.org for more information |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at Green Festival *
Fri., Nov. 13 | 12pm-7pm | San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St (at Brannan St)
Ride your bike to the Green Festival and get discounted admission. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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Different Spokes Monthly Jersey Ride *
Sat., Nov. 14 | 8:30am meet, 9:00am ride out, Peet's Coffee, 2257 Market St. at 16th St
Come join Different Spokes (DSSF), the San Francisco Bay Area's GLBT cycling club for our monthly Jersey Ride, held the second Saturday of each month. All are welcome. The ride offers different distance and level options. The ride starts from Peet's in the Castro. There are three options so you can go at your own pace and distance. The rides split and regroup in Tiburon where we have lunch together as a group. Rain cancels. Details: www.dssf.org Contact or RSVP to rides@dssf.org |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at Green Festival *
Sat., Nov. 14 | 10am-7pm | San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St (at Brannan St)
Ride your bike to the Green Festival and get discounted admission. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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Ecological History (north) Bike Tour *
Sat., Nov. 14 | 12-4pm, meet at CounterPulse, 1310 Mission Street
This trip through San Francisco's lost sand dunes, ponds, creeks and coastline will focus on the city from downtown north, covering the heart of the city, the waterfront and Yerba Buena cove, Telegraph Hill, Black Point, and Crissy Field in the Presidio... It's a social, historical and critical 4-hour tour through the city's ecological past and present. Reservations helpful: 415-608-9035. Sliding scale: $15-50.
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SFBC Bike Buddy Route Ride: Downtown to the Western Addition
Sat., Nov. 14 | Time TBA | Meet at Market Street at 6th
Every month, the SFBC Bike Buddies hit the street to acquaint new riders with common or challenging bike commute routes in San Francisco with a Route Ride. In November, learn the best routes from downtown to the Western Addition, highlighting McAllister Street; new riders are encouraged. Heavy rain cancels. Email bikebuddy@sfbike.org for more information. |
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Marin County Bicycle Coalition's Bikers' Ball*
Sat., Nov. 14 | 7pm-12am | Servino Ristorante, 9 Main Street, Tiburon
Come celebrate Marin County Bicycle Coalition's continued success with appetizers, wine, beer, cash Bar, silent auction, live auction and the band Graffitti. For more information go to www.marinbike.org/Events/BBB/2009/index.shtml |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at Green Festival *
Sun., Nov. 15 | 11am-6pm | San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St (at Brannan St)
Ride your bike to the Green Festival and get discounted admission. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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SFBC Volunteer Phone Banking
Sun., Nov. 15 | 5-8pm | SFBC HQ, 995 Market St, Ste 1550
Got the gift of gab? Volunteer to phone bank with the SFBC! No cold calling, just simple reminders to friendly lapsed SFBC members that their membership is expired. Come share in the fun. The more the merrier! We supply dinner and good company. Contact juli@sfbike.org if you're interested. |
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Presidio Coastal Trail Improvements: Open House*
Tue., Nov. 17 | 4-7:00pm | GGNRA Headquarters, Bldg. 201, Fort Mason
San Francisco
Learn more about the National Park Service's proposal to improve three miles of the California Coastal Trail within the Presidio by creating an accessible, multi-use trail from the southwestern end of the Golden Gate Bridge to the Baker Beach area, create multi-use access to the Golden Gate Bridge from Merchant Road. Learn more about the project and open house here. |
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SFBC Board Meeting
Tue., Nov. 17 | Tue., November 17 | 6:30-8:30pm, SFBC Headquarters, 995 Market Street, Suite 1550
Everyone is welcome. For agenda and details, contact Leah at 415-431-BIKE x306 or leah@sfbike.org. |
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SFBC Volunteer Night
Wed., Nov. 18 | 5-8pm |SFBC HQ, 995 Market St. Suite 1550
This twice-monthly SFBC tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember, but newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow cyclists, and help us keep our organization rolling. Dinner is provided. Bring a friend - the more the merrier! Don't forget to bring up your bike! Questions? Email kate@sfbike.org or just show up. |
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Community Meeting: CC Puede - Cesar Chavez Improvements
Thu., Nov. 19 | 6:30pm | Precita Community Center 534 Precita
CC Puede is a nieghborhood group working to make Cesar Chavez Street safer and more livable for all. CC Puede will have updates about the latest plans for Cesar Chavez and learn about a new plan to redesign the freeway maze at 101. |
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San Francisco Bicycle Ballet *
Fri., Nov. 20 | Door 7pm, show at 8pm | Dogpatch Saloon. 2496 3rd Street at 22nd
The San Francisco Bicycle Ballet rides for you. Simply delightful and a treasure to behold. Bands and special appearances TBA. More info: www.sanfranciscobicycleballet.org |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at SF Bicycle Expo *
Sat., Nov. 21 | 10am-6pm | Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City
This yearly event features everything bike: manufacturers, clothing, gear, local shops, and culture. Dirt Jump, Fashion Show, BMX stunts, Cyclocross racing, and more! Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition now at www.sfbike.org/join_renew_special and get a free ticket to the SF Bicycle Expo! Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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SF Bicycle Coalition Board Meeting
Mon., Nov. 23 | 6:30-8:30pm | SFBC Headquarters, 995 Market Street, Suite 1550
Everyone is welcome at this meeting of our Board of Directors. For agenda and details, contact Leah at 415-431-BIKE x306 or leah@sfbike.org. |
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Fix Masonic Meeting*
Tue., Nov. 24 | 6:30 PM - Location TBD
Fix Masonic is a community coalition working to improve Masonic Ave. for residents, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. Fix Masonic was a key ally in getting the Fell & Masonic bike signal installed and is continuing to plan for future Traffic Calming. Read more at: fixmasonic.org or email marc@sfbike.org for location. |
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Thanksgiving
Thu., Nov. 26 | All Day | SFBC HQ
Official SFBC Holiday. Offices Closed. |
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Thanksgiving Break
Fri., Nov. 27 | All Day | SFBC HQ
Official SFBC Holiday. Offices Closed. |
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World AIDS Day Ride *
Sun., Nov. 29 | 7:30am meet, 8:00am ride | McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan St. at JFK Drive, in GG Park
Positive Pedalers is proud to facilitate San Francisco’s 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Ride to bring awareness to this pandemic and how it still affects millions of people throughout the world. For more info, including how to RSVP, see www.pospeds.org. |
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SFBC Volunteer Phone Banking
Tue., Dec. 1 | 5-8pm | SFBC HQ, 995 Market St, Ste 1550
Got the gift of gab? Volunteer to phone bank with the SFBC! No cold calling, just simple reminders to friendly lapsed SFBC members that their membership is expired. Come share in the fun. The more the merrier! We supply dinner and good company. Contact juli@sfbike.org if you're interested. |
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SFBC Volunteer Night
Wed., Dec. 2 | 5-8pm |SFBC HQ, 995 Market St. Suite 1550
This twice-monthly SFBC tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember, but newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow cyclists, and help us keep our organization rolling. Dinner is provided. Bring a friend - the more the merrier! Don't forget to bring up your bike! Questions? Email kate@sfbike.org or just show up. |
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SF Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting *
Thu., Dec. 3 | 6:30pm, City Hall Room 408 (Polk and Grove Streets)
Come and speak your mind about bicycle issues in San Francisco. This eleven member committee meets once a month and advises the Board of Supervisors on all matters bicycle. Check the BAC website to confirm these dates and read the agenda. Contact Bert Hill, chair of the BAC, to place an issue on the agenda or to request notice of meetings. |
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SFBC Monthly Good Roads Ride
Sat., Dec. 5 | 10am-12noon | Starting location TBD
The Good Roads crew will make our usual sweeps through through new neighborhoods to make your rides smoother and safer. Our goal is to mark every pothole, crack, and trench with spray paint and report them to 311 for rapid repair. We usually average 50 potholes in just two hours. Following our street action, we’ll celebrate with drinks and lunch. First-timers always welcome; we’re a friendly group! Visit sfbike.org/goodroads for more information and starting locations. Heavy rain cancels. Email neal@sfbike.org to be kept on the email list, or if your neighborhood's streets are in need of a pothole sweep!
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Free Urban Cycling Workshop: Intro to Safe Cycling (Day 1)
Sat., Dec. 5 | 10:00am - 2:00pm, South Beach Harbor Community Room, Pier 40A at The Embarcadero
This four-hour in-classroom, introductory course is perfect for new cyclists and those want to feel more comfortable riding on city streets. Class will cover the basics for how to choose the right bike and properly fit a helmet. Learn tips for the safest ways to ride in traffic, techniques to avoid or deal with road hazards and emergency maneuvers along with other useful gems of knowledge, like the best way to lock up your bike and how to use a bike in combination with public transit, and cyclists' legal rights and responsibilities. Adults and anyone over 14 years of age are welcome, preregistration is required. Bring your lunch or dinner. No bicycle is needed for this class. Sign up at sfbike.org/edu. Note: This class is the "day 1" course for League of American Bicyclists' Bike Ed Road I certification.
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Fourth Annual Supermarket Street Sweep *
Sat., Dec. 5 | 12 noon | Meet at the Cupid Span's sculpture (the Bow & Arrow) at Folsom and Embarcadero.
Come out to participate in this alleycat to benefit the San Francisco Food Bank! There will be a speed race and a cargo/points race. All riders and all kinds of bicycles are welcome. Last year's food collection was enough to provide over 4,000 meals to those in need. Details at the Supermarket Street Sweep site. |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at ODC/Dance's Velveteen Rabbit *
Sat., Dec. 5 | 1pm | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Novellus Theater, Howard at 3rd Street
Bike to the Bunny Day! Enjoy ODC/Dance's 23rd season presenting this holiday favorite. Bike with the whole family. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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Velo Girls Northern Exposure Ride*
Sun., Dec. 6 | 8:15am | Meet at Presidio Sports Basement (610 Old Mason St)
Every week, the Velo Girls lead a women's bike ride (on the 2nd Sunday of the month boys can join the co-ed ride). Other Sundays are the Leader's Choice rides. Questions or RSVP to Lyn Roberts at: eroberts@velogirls.com. |
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SFBC Freedom from Training Wheels
Sun., Dec. 6 | 1pm-2:30pm; JFK Drive, west of Conservatory Dr. GG Park
Join SFBC Board Member and biking mom, Jean Fraser, on the first Sunday of the month in car-free Golden Gate Park for a group effort to get our kids riding without training wheels. Bring bike, helmet and a snack to share. We'll take care of the rest. Rain cancels. Questions? Call Jean at 415-751-6619 |
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Movember Charity Mustache Ride *
Sun., Dec. 6 | 1:30pm | Meet at The Ferry Building
A bike ride from the Ferry Building to Golden Gate Park to raise awareness and funds to find a cure for prostate and testicular cancer. You don't have to sign up at Movember to be a part of the mustache ride, but if you would like to sign up, here is a link to team Mustache Riders.
us.movember.com/register/9035. BYOBBM (bring your own bike, beer and mustache). |
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14th Annual Winterfest Party
Sun., Dec. 6 | 6-10:30pm | SomArts (934 Brannan St. at 8th)
Come party with 1,200 other SF Bicycle Coalition members at the 14th Annual Winterfest Auction, Art Show, Party and Fundraiser! Winterfest is a festive evening filled with the good cheer of bicyclists, amazing local art and great deals on bike gear, local goodies and bike crafts -- it's also the best place to score the new bike of your dreams at a great price. $15 for SF Bicycle Coalition members. Join at the door for $40 (includes 1 year of membership and entry to the party). Complimentary New Belgium Beer, Dj's, valet bike parking and a photo booth, along with a great feeling knowing you're supporting SF's most effective bicycle advocacy organization.  |
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Different Spokes Monthly Jersey Ride *
Sat., Dec. 12 | 8:30am meet, 9:00am ride out, Peet's Coffee, 2257 Market St. at 16th St
Come join Different Spokes (DSSF), the San Francisco Bay Area's GLBT cycling club for our monthly Jersey Ride, held the second Saturday of each month. All are welcome. The ride offers different distance and level options. The ride starts from Peet's in the Castro. There are three options so you can go at your own pace and distance. The rides split and regroup in Tiburon where we have lunch together as a group. Rain cancels. Details: www.dssf.org Contact or RSVP to rides@dssf.org |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at KPFA Crafts & Music Fair *
Sat., Dec. 12 | 10am-6pm | Concourse Exhibition Center, 8th and Brannan
Ride your bike to the 39th annual holiday craft fair and show your appreciation for listener-supported radio. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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SFBC Bike Buddies present Christmas Light Ride
Sat., Dec. 12 | Time TBA | Meet at the Panhandle Statue, Fell at Baker Sts
Join the SFBC Bike Buddies for the SFBC's Christmas Light Ride in lieu of our monthly Bike Buddy Route Ride, so new cyclists can enjoy a fun and mellow ride to some of SF's most creatively lit homes! As always, dress for the weather, bring blinkies and holiday snacks to share. Email bikebuddy@sfbike.org for more information. |
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SFBC Valet Bicycle Parking at KPFA Crafts & Music Fair *
Sun., Dec. 13 | 10am-6pm | Concourse Exhibition Center, 8th and Brannan
Ride your bike to the 39th annual holiday craft fair and show your appreciation for listener-supported radio. Free valet bicycle parking provided. |
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Dissent History Bike Tour *
Sun., Dec. 13 | 12-4pm, meet at CounterPulse, 1310 Mission Street
Covering everything from literary dissenters to urban riots and protests, this tour examines sites of conflict and unrest, the social movements and upheavals, that have shaped San Francisco since its origins. It's a social, historical and critical 4-hour tour through the city's contrarian past and present. Reservations helpful: 415-608-9035. Sliding scale: $15-50.
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SFBC Volunteer Phone Banking
Sun., Dec. 13 | 5-8pm | SFBC HQ, 995 Market St, Ste 1550
Got the gift of gab? Volunteer to phone bank with the SFBC! No cold calling, just simple reminders to friendly lapsed SFBC members that their membership is expired. Come share in the fun. The more the merrier! We supply dinner and good company. Contact juli@sfbike.org if you're interested. |
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SFBC New Member Meet & Greet
Tue., Dec. 15 | 6:30-7:15pm | SFBC HQ, 995 Market St, Ste 1550
Been an SFBC members less than a year? New members are invited to join us to learn about SFBC advocacy, education and community programs that will make SF a model cycling city, and how you can get involved. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your friendly SF bike advocacy organization. Bring your bike up with you! RSVP to Tessa@sfbike.org or (415) 431-2453(BIKE) x303. |
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SFBC Outreach Training
Tue., Dec. 15 | 7:30-8:30pm | SFBC HQ, 995 Market St Ste 1550
Interested in volunteering to do SFBC outreach at events all over town, like Bike to Work Day 2010, races, festivals, and SFBC Service Stations? Then this training is a must! Learn ways to engage people, how to sign up new members, and more! Contact Tessa@sfbike.org to RSVP. |
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SFBC Tube Times Folding Party
Wed., Dec. 16 | 5-8pm |SFBC HQ, 995 Market St. Suite 1550
It's time to get the January/February/March issue of the Tube Times out on the street! The SFBC office will be hopping with friendly folks - chatting, snacking, and folding away until the folding is done. Can you come out and help spread the news about biking in the city? Dinner is provided. Bring your bike up to the 15th floor. Questions? Email kate@sfbike.org or just show up to volunteer. |
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SFBC Valet Bike Parking at A.C.T. Bike to the Theater: Christmas Carol
Thu., Dec. 17 | 7pm show | 415 Geary St
Ride your bike to the American Conservatory Theater for tonight's performance of A Christmas Carol and let the SFBC park your bike. The Bay Area's favorite holiday tradition returns to A.C.T. with a sparkling, music-infused A Christmas Carol. Featuring mean ol' Scrooge, adorable Tiny Tim, those spooky Christmas ghosts, and a multigenerational cast of dozens, A Christmas Carol is a celebration of goodwill that you'll never forget. Bring your family, bring your friends, and check your "humbugs" at the door!
$10 discount exclusive for SFBC members! To receive your discount, purchase your tickets online @ www.act-sf.org and use promo code BIKE3 (Orchestra and Dress Circle tickets only, subject to availability). |
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Christmas Eve
Thu., Dec. 24 | All Day | SFBC HQ
Official SFBC Holiday. Offices Closed. |
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Christmas Day
Fri., Dec. 25 | All Day | SFBC HQ
Official SFBC Holiday. Offices Closed. |
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SF Bicycle Coalition Board Meeting
Mon., Dec. 28 | 6:30-8:30pm | SFBC Headquarters, 995 Market Street, Suite 1550
Everyone is welcome at this meeting of our Board of Directors. For agenda and details, contact Leah at 415-431-BIKE x306 or leah@sfbike.org. |
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Velo Girls Northern Exposure Ride*
Sun., Jan. 3 | 8:15am | Meet at Presidio Sports Basement (610 Old Mason St)
Every week, the Velo Girls lead a women's bike ride (on the 2nd Sunday of the month boys can join the co-ed ride). Other Sundays are the Leader's Choice rides. Questions or RSVP to Lyn Roberts at: eroberts@velogirls.com. |
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