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| Wed, 11/02/2011 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Ask the Agency - Central Texas Bicycle Infrastructure Update |
The November ACA meeting gives a chance for cyclists to ask questions and get answers from the agencies that are building the roadways and bikeways in Central Texas. If you want researched answers, email your questions NOW to vp \at\ austincycling.org The last round of questions will be submitted on Monday.
We'll have representatives from: and the City of Austin Bike/Ped Program
Some of the Topics Already on the Agenda: =================================== MoPac Managed Lane Project (Toll lane Cesar Chavez to Parmer Ln) Loop 360 Intersection Improvements Parmer Lane – new bike lane striping Statewide Rural Transportation Plan Bike Bridge – 360 to Southwest Parkway We'll start the program about 6:30 and run until 8:00 with extra time for socializing and informal questions. Light appetizers will be served. Cash bar and full menu available. |
Third Base Downtown 1717 West 6th Street
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Sat, 10/22/2011 - 9:00am - 6:00pm | Fundraising for ACA With Bike Month 2.0 |
October is often called the Second Bike Month in Austin with the cooler weather and every weekend packed with cycling events. This year, we are skipping a formal October membership meeting and encouraging all our members to celebrate cycling while benefiting Austin Cycling Association. Austinites love their bikes especially when they are hand-crafted right here in the Lone Star State. The Texas Custom Bicycle Show will be showcasing the workmanship and beauty that is the hand built bike. The show takes place at the Austin Convention Center 10am - 5pm on Oct 15th and 16th. $1 of the entrance fee benefits Austin Cycling Association. Want to get some fast miles in before the show on Sunday? Check the hosted ride schedule for a pre-show ride out to Elroy. Find more show details including builder profiles on the Texas Custom Bicycle Show website and their FB page. Tour de Fat will be meandering and pandering to Austin on October 22nd with events all day at Fiesta Gardens including the fabulous Bike Parade at 10am with a new extended route! Check the hosted ride schedule if you want to start the day with a coffee and the Scout-A-Route crew (costumes encouraged!) as they cruise 'cross town to join the festivities. The day's full schedule is on the Tour de Fat website or FB page. All proceeds benefit Austin Cycling Association, Yellow Bike Project and Austin Ridge Riders. Volunteers are still needed for shifts all throughout the day, contact Sara at staff  austincycling [dot] org for more information. |
Austin Convention Center and Fiesta Gardens 500 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Mon, 09/12/2011 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm | September Meeting - CowParade Bike Tour and Social |
Art Cows have invaded Austin and we will explore downtown to find as many of these spectacular critters that we can. Our photo tour will start with a meet-up at Whole Foods Market on the outdoor Pavilion level. Grab a light snack while we socialize a bit before rolling out at 6:30 to take some snapshots. We'll plan to be back by 8:30 for dessert and a mobile upload session to the ACA Facebook page. Lights and helmets are required. Bring a camera and cash for snacks. The ride will be less than 10 miles all at an easy pace suitable for cruiser bikes.
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Whole Foods Lamar 525 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Mon, 07/11/2011 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm | July Meeting - Summer In the City Cruise |
Let's get out and enjoy some of the best things about downtown Austin. Our cruise will include a stop for dinner at one of Austin's fine food trailers and one or two hidden treasures then finish with an optional dip in Barton Springs. The ride will be at a casual pace and be less than 10 miles. Bring lights and helmet. We'll meet outside the Pool entrance by Philosopher's Rock. |
Barton Springs Pool 2201 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Sun, 06/05/2011 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm | ACA June Membership Meeting - Austin Bike Month Closing Celebration |
The June ACA membership meeting will be the Austin Bike Month Closing Celebration. Come learn about local vendors, bike shops, frame builders, non-profits, social clubs, and all other bike related businesses as we commemorate the close of Bike Month with free beer, food, music, games and more. There will be BMX and fixie tricks, crafts, and fun for every kind of cyclist. Bike parking and mechanical support will be available on site. Check out the Austin Cycling Association and Bike Month Austin Facebook pages for the latest events and news. Sunday June 5th 3-6 pm Martin Park (Across from Fiesta Gardens on Chicon) |
Martin Park Chicon St
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Thu, 04/28/2011 - 9:00am - Sun, 06/05/2011 - 6:00pm | ACA May Membership Meeting is all Bike Month Long |
The ACA May Membership Meeting is all Bike Month long! ACA goes a little bike crazy during May so we can't contain it all in one meeting. Check out the Austin Cycling Association and Bike Month Austin Facebook pages for the latest events and news. Kick off the month early with a Kids & Family Public Art Ride on Saturday, April 30th. Get ready for the Armadillo Hill Country Classic with the Expo Sunday, May 8th and the ride itself on Saturday, May 14th. ACA once again brings Bike to Work Day to Austin on Friday, May 20th - visit stations for breakfast and after work happy hours. The month closes out with a celebration on Sunday, June 5th. Join your fellow club members on classic and hosted rides nearly every day. Be a part of all the great ways your membership brings biking to the Austin cycling community |
The roads and trails of Austin 1200 Congress Ave
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Thu, 04/07/2011 - 6:30pm - 9:30pm | April 7 Membership Meeting on Wheels - Food Trailer Bike Cruise |
April Membership Meeting on Wheels - Food Trailer Bike Cruise We'll enjoy a relaxed cruise through downtown with stops at 3 food trailer parks. Total mileage is less than 7 miles but we'll get to see some of the best downtown routes including the new Pfluger Bridge extension. Bring lights, helmets and cash for the stops. We'll meet up for socializing before we roll out. Thanks to Bicycle Sport Shop for our door prizes - 2 free entries to their Signature Ride Series. Food Trailer Bike Cruise Thursday, April 7 6:30 -9:30 pm 6:30 - 7:00 Socializing 7:00 - 9:30 Cruising Start Location: Bicycle Sport Shop 517 S. Lamar Blvd |
Bicycle Sport Shop - South Lamar 517 S. Lamar Blvd
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Mon, 04/04/2011 - 7:30pm - 9:30pm | April 4 Austin City Council Candidates Forum on Bicycling |
Austin City Council Candidates Forum on Bicycling Come ask the candidates your bike questions. Three of the seven City Council places are up for election in May and we want to know more about those running for office. The Bicycling Forum has proven to be one of the larger forums so the candidates make a point of attending. This is your chance to make informed choices for our city's future. Co-sponsored event with the League of Bicycling Voters. Austin City Council Candidates Forum on Bicycling Monday, April 4 7:30 - 9:30 pm UT Welch 1308 |
University of Texas - Welch Hall 1308 24th St & Speedway
Austin , TXUnited States
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| Mon, 03/07/2011 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm | APD Chief Art Acevedo Annual Meeting with the Cycling Community |
For the 3rd consecutive year, Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo will be meeting with the cycling community. New for this year will be a portion of the evening dedicated to discussing a major new bike safety initiative being launched May 1st to kick off Bike Month. The main portion of the program will be a Q&A session with the Chief so cyclists can get answers directly from the top. Submitting your questions now to vp austincycling [dot] org will allow APD to research statistics and internal policies so we get substantive answers.Additional bicycle parking will be provided by Bicycle Sport Shop. |
One Texas Center 3rd Floor Conference Room 505 Barton Springs Rd 3rd Floor Conference Room
Austin, TXUnited States
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| Thu, 02/03/2011 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm | February Meeting - Shifting Gears with Gil Penalosa |
Shifting Gears: Transportation, Health and the Built Environment How can we make Austin a healthier, cleaner, more desirable place to live and work?
You are invited to hear international livable city expert Gil Peñalosa discuss how modest changes in our built infrastructure can dramatically shift transportation mode share toward bicycling and walking. Even small changes would positively impact community health, traffic congestion, and quality of life in Austin. Cost: FREE RSVP to www.BikeTexas.org/shiftinggears For more info: call 512-476-7433 or email events Bicycle Sport Shop, and Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop |
St. David's Episcopal Church 301 E. 8th St
Austin, TXUnited States
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