TBAG May 2011 Newsletter
Introduction by Ashley “24”” Lanoue
Wow, April was a great month for TBAG and all you awesome people! Help make May just as great by volunteering for the Advocacy team or check out the Cowboys and Aliens third Friday ride! And don’t forget about your artsy side! Check out the call to artist for the Mitchell Park area !
Upcoming Events and Rides by Ryan “29er” Guzy and Jeremy “27”” Deatherage.
Calendar of upcoming events, and special notes about weekly rides in Tempe
Thanks to everyone who came out to the first annual SanTan Wheelie Jam! The turnout exceeded expectations, especially for the event’s first year. We also want to say a special thanks to all of our great volunteers, our sponsors, vendors, and partners that helped make this event happen. Check out the TBAG Facebook page for photos from the event: http://www.facebook.com/biketempe
TBAG 3rd FRIDAY RIDE: Yippee ka Yay, It’s the COWBOYS AND ALIENS RIDE this month for TBAG Third Fridays on May 20th. Throw on your best western duds or silver jumpsuit. Saddle up! links: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=221663357860183
A Lil Something to Look Forward To: SUMMER SOLSTICE SWIMSUIT RIDE II: Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m.Summer in the desert is just around the corner, and you know what that means — it’s time for the sacred ritual of storming Tempe by bicycle, dressed in mere swimsuits, stopping to jump in every fountain, splash park and water feature we can find! If you have ideas of places to stop and get wet, water related paraphernalia, or water to spare from your hose contact Chris George at [email protected] .
Advocacy Updates by Aaron “700c” Golub.
Updates on local, regional, and federal advocacy topics
There are several on-going advocacy projects, such as the work on the Alameda St. bike/ped bridge and partnering with City of Tempe to encourage bicyclist and motorists to share the road. TBAG is represented on several transportation planning committees – do let us know if you want to help out and represent TBAG. For more details, check out:https://www.biketempe.org/advocacy-outreach/. If you have other ideas about what TBAG should be working on – please email us or come to the upcoming advocacy meetings, first Thursday of each month, at 7pm at Boulders on Broadway.
Bike Culture by Eric “650c” Iwersen
Sharing the love of bicycles
Bicycle Public Art: TBAG is seeking to commission an artist (or artists team) to work with to create a permanent public art piece in Tempe, in the Mitchell Park Neighborhoods area. The project commission is for $15K and is inclusive of all design and fabrication costs associated with the project. TBAG, the neighborhoods, and the City of Tempe will work with the artist to see the project through to construction. The intention of the project is to create a local landmark that supports bicycle culture in Tempe. Artists of all skill levels are encouraged to apply. Check out https://www.biketempe.org/public-art-project/ for more information.
Youth Education by Ashley “24”” Lanoue.
Information on upcoming classes and online resources
It’s starting to get warm out there. Watch those kids around water and make sure they are properly hydrated while participating in outdoor activities.
Tidbits by Ashley “24”” Lanoue
Bits of information that do not fit anywhere else
Your friendly neighborhood co op, Bike Saviours, is auctioning a 58cm Colin Laing! Don’t wait to check it out, auction ends today May 12th at 7pm. Just search for it on ebay!
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