2012 San Francisco Fine Art Fair "ArtBike" closing auction

Sun., May. 20 | 11am-3pm, Fort Mason's Festival Pavilion

"ArtBike" has pulled together artists, galleries, Public Bike, the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, and the San Francisco Fine Art Fair for this innovative project of creating 7 sculptural bicycles which will be auctioned during the fair, with proceeds to benefit the educational programs of the SF Bicycle Coalition. The exhibition and auction will end on Sunday, May 20, at 3pm. For more info, and to see artists bikes go to www.sffineartfair.com. Individual tickets are $25 for one day; $40 for all four days (May 17-20). Proceeds from the sale of the art bikes benefit the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition.

Shaping SF Bicycle Tour: Dissent *

Sun., May. 20 | 12-4pm | CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission (at 9th Street)

Join Shaping San Francisco co-director Chris Carlsson for this 4-hour historical tour of San Francisco by bicycle. Bring a snack and water; sliding scale $15-50, benefiting Shaping San Francisco. More info: 415.608.9035

Shaping SF Public Talk: What Are Our Streets For? *

Wed., May. 23 | 7:30pm | CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St (at 9th St)

Emerging visions for public thoroughfares challenge the 20th century paradigm of automobile-centric streets. Pedestrians, bicyclists, and wild critters are all demanding their own ways to cross the city. San Francisco's "Green Connections" project seeks to integrate these new visions into San Francisco's urban grid. Join Andy Thornley (SF Bicycle Coalition), Peter Brastow (Nature in the City), Elizabeth Stampe (Walk SF), and SF Planning's Kearstin Dischinger to critically evaluate these competing and complementary visions of a reconfigured San Francisco. Free!

SF Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting *

Thu., May. 24 | 6:30pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Come and speak up 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 see schedules and agendas, and contact BAC chair Bert Hill (sfbac7bert@aol.com) to ask to have an issue on the agenda or to request notice of meetings.

SF Bicycle Coalition Connecting the City Ride: The America's Cup and the Bay Trail Bikeway: North

Sat., May. 26 | 10am-12pm | meet at Pier 14, Embarcadero at Mission

America's Cup 34 races are coming to San Francisco Bay this summer and next, together with hundreds of thousands of visitors and spectators. Bicycle transportation will be a key element in the success of the AC34 events, and the Bay Trail Bikeway will be the backbone of bicycle access for all. Come ride the Bay Trail and learn what is planned to lift this key Connecting the City route to a top-notch biking experience for everyone, and how you can help the SF Bicycle Coalition get it done.

This is the "North" ride, from the Ferry Building to Crissy Field; see May 5 and June 16 for the "South" ride. SF Bicycle Coalition recreational rides are free for SFBC members (a $5 donation from non-members is appreciated); rain cancels rides.

Shaping SF Bicycle Tour: Food Politics *

Sat., May. 26 | 12-4pm | CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission (at 9th Street)

Join Shaping San Francisco co-director Chris Carlsson for this 4-hour historical tour of San Francisco by bicycle. Bring a snack and water; Cost: sliding scale $15-50, benefiting Shaping San Francisco. More info: 415.608.9035

Urban Bicycling Workshop: Traffic Skills 101-1

Sun., May. 27 | 10am -2pm | South Beach Harbor Comm. Room (Embarcadero @ Pier 40)

This introductory course is perfect for anyone who wants to be more comfortable riding. This four-hour, in-classroom course will cover the basics on how to choose the right bike and properly fit a helmet as well as tips for the safest ways to ride in traffic. You'll also learn techniques to avoid or handle street hazards and emergency maneuvers along with the best way to lock up your bike and how to use a bike in combination with public transit, and biking rights and responsibilities. This free class, funded in partnership with the SFMTA & SFCTA, is open to adults and anyone over 14 years of age; preregistration is required. Sign up at sfbike.org/edu.

Biking Pregnant: SF Bicycle Coalition Family Biking Series Part 1

Sun., May. 27 | 10:30-11:30am| African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street (at Webster)

You love to bike, and now you're pregnant. Do you need to stop biking? How long can you bike while pregnant? Is your bike pregnancy and baby-ready? Register for this (free) class to learn the medically reviewed facts about biking pregnant. Meet other pregnant women who bike. This class is great for anyone who is currently pregnant, or thinking about getting pregnant, as well as their partners and supporters. RSVP at sfbike.org/family_class

Biking With Your Baby & Toddler: SF Bicycle Coalition Family Biking Series Part 2

Sun., May. 27 | 12:00-1:00pm| African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street (at Webster)

You love to bike, and now you're a parent. When can you begin biking with your baby or toddler? Is it safe? What kind of seat should you get? Is your bike baby- or toddler-ready? Register for this (free) class to learn the medically reviewed facts about biking with a baby and/or toddler, as well as tips and tricks. Meet other parents who bike with their small children. This class is great for anyone who has a baby or toddler, is expecting, or thinking about having a family, as well as their partners and supporters.RSVP at sfbike.org/family_class

Memorial Day: SF Bicycle Coalition Office Closed

Mon., May. 28 | All Day

SF Bicycle Coalition Board Meeting

Tue., May. 29 | 6:30-8:30pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

SF Bicycle Coalition Board meetings are open to all. Contact Leah at 431-BIKE x306 or leah@sfbike.org for agenda and details.

Sunday Streets: Mission

Sun., Jun. 3 | 11am-4pm | Mission

Come play in the streets! Sunday Streets provides recreational street space for everyone in neighborhoods across San Francisco. Get involved and sign up to volunteer for Sunday Streets at sundaystreetssf.com/volunteer. The Sunday Streets Volunteer Program is managed by the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Sunday Streets is sponsored by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and Livable City, the non-profit fiscal sponsor of Sunday Streets responsible for the day-to-day management of the program. For route maps and to volunteer go to sundaystreetssf.com. Or, join the SF Bicycle Coalition under the orange tent at Sunday Streets and talk to people about our work! If you are a trained Bicycle Ambassador, email tessa@sfbike.org to volunteer.

Freedom from Training Wheels

Sun., Jun. 3 | 11am - 3pm | Sunday Streets: Mission

Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition for our popular Freedom from Training Wheels workshops. Our group effort to get kids riding without training wheels will be a part of this and every Sunday Streets. Bring bike (if you have it) and helmet. We'll take care of the rest. Questions? See sfbike.org/freedom.

20th Annual Golden Wheel Awards

Tue., Jun. 5 | 6-9pm | Green Room, War Memorial Building, 401 Van Ness Ave

Join the SF Bicycle Coalition and keynote speaker Gil Peñalosa in an evening of celebration of the people and projects that are leading the way in linking neighborhoods and setting the stage for San Francisco to become a world-class bicycling city. Mr. Peñalosa will be sharing his outlook on how we can foster healthier urban communities and happier residents through promoting walking and bicycling. Tickets may be purchased here. Complimentary Valet Bicycle Parking provided.

SF Bicycle Coalition Phone Bank

Thu., Jun. 7 | 5pm-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Accept the challenge to chat up your fellow SF Bicycle Coalition members! Join the volunteers who keep the SF Bicycle Coalition membership strong. No cold-calling, just calls to friendly lapsed members offering an easy way to renew. Plan to stay for the thank-you dinner afterward and get to know your fellow volunteers. You must be a current or former member to volunteer. Contact juli@sfbike.org

Urban Bicycling Workshop: Intro to Safe Biking

Thu., Jun. 7 | 7:00-8:00pm | Richmond Rec Center (251 18th Ave.)

The SF Bicycle Coalition will be hosting a one-hour workshop on safe bicycling for everyone. Come learn about types of bikes, the rules of the road, and how to make your bike comfortable for everyday riding, including grocery shopping. All skill levels welcome and no bike necessary. This course is funded in part by SFMTA. RSVP at http://www.sfbike.org/?edu-intro

Fairfax Foray

Sat., Jun. 9 | 8am-6pm; Starts at Ferry Building

Get out of town on your bike! The Fairfax Foray is a free-wheeling bicycle adventure from San Francisco, over the Golden Gate Bridge and into Marin to the Fairfax Fair led by the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition's former Board Member and world renowned architect, David Baker. This day trip mini-fundraiser for the SF Bicycle Coalition cruises up the coast and offers a great change of scenery at a relaxed pace. A perfect jaunt for those looking for their first ambitious bike ride—you can do it! And Marin will be forever within your reach as a cycling destination!

Group will take the Larkspur Ferry in the afternoon back to San Francisco. Ferry fees are not included in registration. Valet Bike Parking provided at the Fairfax Fair. Best to bring a bike lock too. Food can be purchased at the Fairfax Fair.
Ride Registration is a sliding scale donations of $10-$100 -- or become a member of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and the registration is on us! Register at http://fairfaxforayregistration.eventbrite.com/

Different Spokes Ride *

Sat., Jun. 9 | Meet at 8:30am, 9am departure | Meet at Peets Coffee, 2247 Market Street

Join Different Spokes, the SF Bay Area LGBT Cycling Club, for their monthly club ride. Choose from three options (27m/47m/57m) and all rides regroup in Tiburon for group lunch. RSVP: jersey@dssf.org

SF Bicycle Coalition Volunteer Night

Wed., Jun. 13 | 5-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

This twice-monthly SF Bicycle Coalition tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember and newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow members, 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 to the office! Questions? Email tessa@sfbike.org or just show up. Special thanks to Rainbow Grocery for generously providing snacks for our volunteers http://www.rainbow.coop

SF Bicycle Coalition LGBTQ Meet & Mingle

Thu., Jun. 14 | 6:30-8pm | El Rio, 3158 Mission St.

Celebrate San Francisco bicycling and share your "byke pride" with the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition's LGBTQ community! Enjoy a fun evening of great conversation with SF Bicycle Coalition Staff, Board, Members and bike-curious allies. Enjoy drink specials for SF Bicycle Coalition members and win great raffle prizes while supporting bicycling improvements that are making bicycling safer and more comfortable for you and your loved ones. The LGBTQ Meet & Mingle is a great opportunity to introduce your friends and family to the SF Bicycle Coalition. Complimentary bike valet provided. For more information contact kate@sfbike.org. Complimentary bicycle parking will be provided by the SF Bicycle Coalition.

SF Bicycle Coalition Connecting the City Ride: The America's Cup and the Bay Trail Bikeway: South

Sat., Jun. 16 | 10am-12pm | meet at Pier 14, Embarcadero at Mission

America's Cup 34 races are coming to San Francisco Bay this summer and next, together with hundreds of thousands of visitors and spectators. Bicycle transportation will be a key element in the success of the AC34 events, and the Bay Trail Bikeway will be the backbone of bicycle access for all. Come ride the Bay Trail and learn what is planned to lift this key Connecting the City route to a top-notch biking experience for everyone, and how you can help the SF Bicycle Coalition get it done.

This is the "South" ride, from the Ferry Building to Heron's Head Park; see April 14 and May 26 for the "North" ride. SF Bicycle Coalition recreational rides are free for SF Bicycle Coalition members (a $5 donation from non-members is appreciated); rain cancels rides.

SF Bicycle Coalition Phone Bank

Tue., Jun. 19 | 5pm-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Accept the challenge to chat up your fellow SF Bicycle Coalition members! Join the volunteers who keep the SF Bicycle Coalition membership strong. No cold-calling, just calls to friendly lapsed members offering an easy way to renew. Plan to stay for the thank-you dinner afterward and get to know your fellow volunteers. You must be a current or former member to volunteer. Contact juli@sfbike.org

SF Bicycle Coalition New Member Meeting

Tue., Jun. 19 | 6:30-7:15pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Been an SF Bicycle Coalition member less than a year? New members are invited to join us to learn about SF Bicycle Coalition 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) x301.

Intro to Safe Biking: Women, Trans, and Femme

Tue., Jun. 19 | 6:30-7:30pm | Good Vibrations (1620 Polk Street)

In honor of Pride Month, the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition is co-hosting a Women, Trans, and Femme Intro to Cycling class with Good Vibrations. This class, led by a female instructor, is intended to create a safe and supportive space for people who identify as female or transgender. This one-hour course will teach you how to ride safely and confidently sharing the street, the rules and regulations of the road, and how to integrate bicycling into your daily life – from commuting to shopping. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend and no bicycle is required. This course is funded in part by the SFMTA. RSVP at http://www.sfbike.org/?edu-intro

SF Bicycle Coalition Bicycle Ambassador Training

Tue., Jun. 19 | 7:30-8:30pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Interested in volunteering for events like races, Bike to Work Day, festivals, and SF Bicycle Coalition 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.

Road to Valor Book Event *

Wed., Jun. 20 | 6pm | Commonwealth Club

Gino Bartali won the Tour de France in 1938 and 1948, and set the Tour record for the longest time span between victories. During World War II, Bartali secretly used his cycling fame to help Jews being persecuted by the Nazis by smuggling false identity documents, hidden in the frame of his bicycle, past military checkpoints and by sheltering a Jewish family in an apartment he financed with his cycling winnings. Hear the book's authors speak to Bartali's life and legacy as one of the most important athletes of the 20th century. Cost: $20 standard, $8 for SF Bicycle Coalition members with special code sfforvalor. Tickets or or 415-597-6705

SFBC Rec Ride: San Francisco Gay Pride Freedom Ride And LGBTQ History Bike Tour

Sat., Jun. 23 | Meet 12:45pm, roll out 1pm-4pm | Meet at base of Cupid's Arrow (Embarcadero and Folsom St)

Celebrate Pride weekend with a 10-mile bicycle ride through San Francisco's LGBTQ history. Visit sites and neighborhoods of historic and cultural significance in making San Francisco "America's Gayest City". The ride begins at the embarcadero and pedals through North Beach, Polk Gulch, Civic Center, Tenderloin, SOMA, Valencia Corridor and the Castro. Come out...and celebrate the historic accomplishments and cultural contributions of the LGBTQ community to San Francisco.

Rec Rides are free for SF Bicycle Coalition Members and a $5 donation from non-members is appreciated.

Ride the Pride Parade with the SF Bicycle Coalition

Sun., Jun. 24 | Meeting time & place TBA upon registration (see below)

Get your Pride on with our Byke Pride contingent in the San Francisco Pride Parade! The SF Bicycle Coalition's parade contingent is a fun and fabulous way for current SF Bicycle Coalition members to experience the parade firsthand. This event is open to all current members. To register, email pride@sfbike.org.

SF Bicycle Coalition Valet Bicycle Parking: SF Pride *

Sun., Jun. 24 | 11am-6:30pm | Hastings Plaza

Roll down Market Street to one of the biggest and most famous events that San Francisco has to offer: SF Pride! Come out and see the floats, the costumes, and your very own San Francisco Bicycle Coalition in the parade itself! Complimentary valet bicycle parking provided by the SF Bicycle Coalition.

SF Bicycle Coalition Valet Bike Parking: Summerthing *

Sun., Jun. 24 | 11am-5pm | Hellman Hollow, Golden Gate Park

Alice 97.3's free music festival, with complimentary valet bicycle parking provided by the SF Bicycle Coalition.

Urban Bicycling Workshop: Intro to Safe Biking

Mon., Jun. 25 | 6:30-7:30pm | PUBLIC Bikes (123 South Park Street)

The SF Bicycle Coalition will be hosting a one-hour workshop on safe bicycling for everyone. Come learn about types of bikes, the rules of the road, and how to make your bike comfortable for everyday riding, including grocery shopping. All skill levels welcome and no bike necessary. This course is funded in part by SFMTA. RSVP at http://www.sfbike.org/?edu-intro

SF Bicycle Coalition Volunteer Night

Wed., Jun. 27 | 5-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

This twice-monthly SF Bicycle Coalition tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember and newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow members, 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 to the office! Questions? Email tessa@sfbike.org or just show up. Special thanks to Rainbow Grocery for generously providing snacks for our volunteers http://www.rainbow.coop

SF Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting *

Thu., Jun. 28 | 6:30pm | City Hall Room 408 (Polk and Grove Streets)

Come and speak up 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 see schedules and agendas, and contact BAC chair Bert Hill (sfbac7bert@aol.com) to ask to have an issue on the agenda or to request notice of meetings.

Sunday Streets: Mission

Sun., Jul. 1 | 11am-4pm | Mission

Come play in the streets! Sunday Streets provides recreational street space for everyone in neighborhoods across San Francisco. Get involved and sign up to volunteer for Sunday Streets at sundaystreetssf.com/volunteer. The Sunday Streets Volunteer Program is managed by the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Sunday Streets is sponsored by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and Livable City, the non-profit fiscal sponsor of Sunday Streets responsible for the day-to-day management of the program. For route maps and to volunteer go to sundaystreetssf.com. Or, join the SF Bicycle Coalition under the orange tent at Sunday Streets and talk to people about our work! If you are a trained Bicycle Ambassador, email tessa@sfbike.org to volunteer.

SF Bicycle Coalition Phone Bank

Tue., Jul. 10 | 5pm-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

Accept the challenge to chat up your fellow SF Bicycle Coalition members! Join the volunteers who keep the SF Bicycle Coalition membership strong. No cold-calling, just calls to friendly lapsed members offering an easy way to renew. Plan to stay for the thank-you dinner afterward and get to know your fellow volunteers. You must be a current or former member to volunteer. Contact juli@sfbike.org

SF Bicycle Coalition Volunteer Night

Wed., Jul. 11 | 5-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor

This twice-monthly SF Bicycle Coalition tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember and newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow members, 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 to the office! Questions? Email tessa@sfbike.org or just show up. Special thanks to Rainbow Grocery for generously providing snacks for our volunteers http://www.rainbow.coop

Different Spokes Ride *

Sat., Jul. 14 | Meet at 8:30am, 9am departure | Meet at Peets Coffee, 2247 Market Street

Join Different Spokes, the SF Bay Area LGBT Cycling Club, for their monthly club ride. Choose from three options (27m/47m/57m) and all rides regroup in Tiburon for group lunch. RSVP: jersey@dssf.org

Urban Bicycling Workshop: Intro to Safe Biking

Sat., Jul. 14 | 10:00-11:00am | Golden Gate Park Senior Center (6101 Fulton Ave.)

The SF Bicycle Coalition will be hosting a one-hour workshop on safe bicycling for everyone. Come learn about types of bikes, the rules of the road, and how to make your bike comfortable for everyday riding, including grocery shopping. All skill levels welcome and no bike necessary. This course is funded in part by SFMTA. RSVP at http://www.sfbike.org/?edu-intro