Bicycle-Pedestrian
Advisory Committee Meeting
Friday,
May 2, 101 East Vine Street, 7th floor, 12pm
The BPAC’s mission is to be proactive in the promotion, development, and maintenance of bicycle and pedestrian facilities in Fayette and Jessamine counties. It is comprised of LFUCG/Jessamine County Staff and citizens. Everyone is welcome to attend.
For more information visit www.lfucg.com/bikewalklex/
Cycling
through the Centuries
Saturday,
May 3
Spend a leisurely Saturday exploring Lexington's long, colorful and well-documented history by bicycle on this 11 mile long route through historic neighborhoods. The self-guided tour is produced by the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation. Brochures can be picked up during busines hours at the BG Trust Office (253 Market St) or the Lexington Convention Visitors Bureau (301 East Vine Street).
The brochure is also available online at www.visitlex.com/bicycletour.html
Velo
Swap
Sunday,
May 4, The Void Skate Shop, 10am-2pm
Do you have extra bikes, gear, or equipment that you would like to trade or sell? Bring your goods and come to this bike swap to see what you can get for them. The Velo Swap is open to anyone who would like to participate. There is no registration fee, so come early to get a good spot. For more information contact Bryant Reams.
Progressive
Dinner
Thursday,
May 8, KY Ale Brewery, 6pm, $23
Join fellow cyclists on a pedal-powered tour of Lexington restaurants. The event will begin with a tour of the KY Ale Brewery and an appetizer featuring their delicious beer cheese. The first 24 registered participants will then head to Stella’s for dinner and Natasha’s for dessert and coffee. The second group will have a Mexican dinner at Cielito Lindo and dessert at 3rd Street Stuff and Coffee. Pre-registration is required. Cost of this event is $23 (which includes the pre-registration fee) To register, go to www.active.com and search for “Lexington Progressive Dinner”. Questions may be directed to Shane Tedder at self.propelled@gmail.com.
YMCA
Bike “MishMash”
Friday,
May 9, Beaumont Centre Family YMCA, 6-8pm
Gather your family, bicycles, and gear up for the YMCA Bike MishMash. Families encouraged to pack up their bikes and come out for an evening of fun activities including obstacle course, bike decorating booth, bike education, a bicycle safety check, proper helmet fitting and bike sizing. Popcorn and light refreshments will be provided. Free and open to the community. All participants must wear a helmet and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Visit www.YMCAofCentralKY.org for more information.
Bike
Polo
Sunday,
May 11, Coolavin
Park, 12pm
Come check out LexRides weekly bike polo game at their new permanent court. The League of American Bicyclists said they just had to declare us a ‘bike-friendly city’ after hearing about events like this!
Visit www.lexrides.com for more information.
KyMBA
Informational
Monday,
May 19, North Lexington Family YMCA, 7pm
Kentucky Mountain Bike Association (KyMBA) is organizing a group of mountain bike enthusiasts to represent central Kentucky. KyMBA’s purpose is to promote mountain bike advocacy, identify opportunities for growth, unite mountain bike enthusiasts, and develop and maintain trails. We are looking for a broad spectrum of mountain bikers to join this group. If you are interested in learning more or getting involved we welcome you to attend this informational meeting.
Mayor’s
Bicycle Task Force
Thursday,
May 22, 101 East Vine Street, 11:30am
Mayor Newberry recently appointed this citizen-based committee as a direct outcome of the Lexington Bike Summit. We’re just getting started, so more details on the committee mission and work will be available in the near future. Contact the chair, Brad Flowers at flowersbrad@googlemail.com.
Car-Free
Day!
Friday,
May 28, Everywhere! All day!
Take the car–free pledge and liberate yourself from the combustion engine for a day of fresh air and exercise so you can spend your gas money on something fun! Email us your pledge to be car–free for a chance for a FREE Bike Lexington t-shirt.
