MassBike » Fundraising http://massbike.org Better Bicycling for Massachusetts Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:48:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Get Your Tickets For Bike Night 2013 By June 4th! http://massbike.org/blog/2013/06/01/get-your-tickets-for-bike-night-2013-by-june-4th/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-your-tickets-for-bike-night-2013-by-june-4th http://massbike.org/blog/2013/06/01/get-your-tickets-for-bike-night-2013-by-june-4th/#comments Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:27:50 +0000 David http://massbike.org/?p=20920 bikenight

Individual ticket table of 10

Bike Night: From The Bikeway To The Runway is Friday, June 7th! But ticket sales end Tuesday, June 4th, and tickets will not be available at the door. Act right now to reserve your seat at Boston’s only cycling gala and fashion show! Support MassBike‘s statewide advocacy and education programs helping more people ride bikes more safely, and be part of the Massachusetts cycling community’s signature event:

  • Free bike valet parking
  • A personal professional photo of you in all your finery
  • 2 free libations courtesy of Sam Adams, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Robert Mondavi
  • Sumptuous hors d’oeuvres
  • Divine 3-course dinner
  • Our famous Cycling Fashion Show
  • Dozens of raffle prizes
  • Amazing silent auction items

Ticket sales absolutely end Tuesday or as soon as we sell out. Get your ticket now!

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2013/06/01/get-your-tickets-for-bike-night-2013-by-june-4th/feed/ 0 Cycle The WAVE Massachusetts Is Coming To Ashland http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/17/cycle-the-wave-massachusetts-is-coming-to-ashland/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cycle-the-wave-massachusetts-is-coming-to-ashland http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/17/cycle-the-wave-massachusetts-is-coming-to-ashland/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:48:44 +0000 chinh http://massbike.org/?p=20757 PastedGraphic-1

Women and girls of all ages and abilities
are invited to join this non-competitive cycling event.

On Sunday, June 23, 2013, the first East Coast event, Cycle the WAVE Massachusetts, will start and end at historic Marathon Park, Pleasant St., Ashland. All proceeds will benefit the local non-profit, Web of Benefit, Inc. This cycling event is an all-women, non-competitive ride, not a race, and there is no fundraising requirement. Women riders of all ages and abilities can sign up for the “Little Sister” (about 25 miles), or the “Big Sister” (about 50 miles). Beginning at the original Boston Marathon starting line, and winding through several beautiful MetroWest towns, the cycling event will include surprises and treats along the way, and a celebration party at the end.

All proceeds from this event will go directly to its proud sponsor, Web of Benefit. Web of Benefit promotes liberation from domestic violence and has given more than 1,100 Self-Sufficiency Grants to women in the Greater Boston and MetroWest area. Each woman “pays it forward” by performing good works for other women impacted by domestic violence.

To learn more, or to register, sponsor, donate, or volunteer (men welcome), visit ma.cyclethewave.org. Questions? Contact Deborah Maini: 781-974-4559 or info@ma.cyclethewave.org.

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/17/cycle-the-wave-massachusetts-is-coming-to-ashland/feed/ 0 The Prouty Ultimate: Two-Days, 200 Miles In NH & VT To Fight Cancer! http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/12/the-prouty-ultimate-two-days-200-miles-in-nh-vt-to-fight-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-prouty-ultimate-two-days-200-miles-in-nh-vt-to-fight-cancer http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/12/the-prouty-ultimate-two-days-200-miles-in-nh-vt-to-fight-cancer/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:15:23 +0000 chinh http://massbike.org/?p=20753 Prouty logo ultimate3You’re going to love this ride! Two days of unforgettable cycling (July 12-13, 2013) along New Hampshire and Vermont roads, by pristine lakes and rivers, and through picturesque New England villages with stunning views of the White Mountains. The Prouty is already established as one of the finest century rides in New England, a result of 31 years of paying attention to the details: frequent SAG stops, strong road support, great food, and unparalleled camaraderie. The Prouty Ultimate is an extension of that tradition, with an epic 100 miles from Manchester to Hanover, N.H., added the day before joining The Prouty classic century. The Ultimate is limited to 150 cyclists, ensuring we’ll deliver a quality, fully supported ride.

Join the Ultimate fight against cancer and support research at Dartmouth’s Norris Cotton Cancer Center – one of just 41 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country and one of just nine Centers of Nanotechnology Excellence. The Prouty Ultimate fundraising minimum is $2,500 (or $1,850 each if you sign up with a friend).

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Prouty Ultimate Perks include:

● Exclusive group dinner at the St. Anselm College event HQ, July 11th

● Pre-ride bike inspection

● Strong route support with a police escort start, a total of 12 SAG stops (some with live music), two water stops, and roving support bikes / vans

● Complimentary massage at the end of each day’s ride

● Special cocktail reception at the Canoe Club restaurant in Hanover on Friday

● ProutyGear points to “spend” on great Prouty-branded cycling apparel or other Prouty items (earn 1 point for every $500 raised)

● Amazing door prizes – all Ultimates entered into a drawing for two chances to win a bike (one from Drummond Custom Cycles,  another from The Bike Hub).

● Overnight stay at the McLane Hall Dartmouth dormitory on Friday

● All-day Prouty Party July 13th from 6:30am-5pm (at the Richmond Middle School event site) with tons of food, live entertainment, the NCCC Discovery Tent and more!

● Transportation from Hanover to Manchester on 7/11, back to Manchester on 7/13

To learn more, watch our Prouty Ultimate video (https://vimeo.com/57085364), visit www.theproutyultimate.org and contact us with any questions: info@theprouty.org or 800-226-8744.

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/12/the-prouty-ultimate-two-days-200-miles-in-nh-vt-to-fight-cancer/feed/ 0 Cycle Into History On The South Shore http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/04/cycle-into-history-on-the-south-shore/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cycle-into-history-on-the-south-shore http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/04/cycle-into-history-on-the-south-shore/#comments Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:38:22 +0000 chinh http://massbike.org/?p=20710 winslowfrontThe Board of Directors of the 1699 Historic Issac Winslow House of Marshfield are pleased to announce the kickoff fundraiser for 2013: The Historic Winslow Sprint on Sunday, May 5, 2013.

Join them (rain or shine) for a great day of bicycle touring in Marshfield, Scituate, and Duxbury. This 43.5 mile tour will follow along the salt water marshes, beaches, historic districts and, most likely, a few cranberry bogs in three beautiful South Shore towns.

The $200 registration fee includes a Vomax Cycling Jersey, cinch sak, water bottle, and entry to the LOBSTER BOIL after party with complimentary libations. Family and friends are invited to the after party, $30 for a ticket (children eat free, cash bar). This year’s featured musical guest is local musician, singer, songwriter Peter Mundt!

The Winslow Sprint is a fundraiser that supports the ongoing efforts of preservation and operations for the the Issac Winslow House of Marshfield, MA. The house is a 501 3 (C) non-profit organization, and the flat rate donation to participate in the Tour is tax deductible.

Join us for a fun way to get out and enjoy spring, and represent a cornerstone of the history of Marshfield, and South Shore! Please register at: www.winslowhouse.org

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2013/04/04/cycle-into-history-on-the-south-shore/feed/ 0 Get A Bicycle Advisory Committee In Your Community http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/19/get-a-bicycle-advisory-committee-in-your-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-a-bicycle-advisory-committee-in-your-community http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/19/get-a-bicycle-advisory-committee-in-your-community/#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:57:52 +0000 Price http://massbike.org/?p=20141 Having an active Bicycle Advisory Committee can make the difference between a town that’s OK to bike in and one that is fantastic. Looking across the state, the communities with Bicycle Advisory Committees are the ones that stand out for their safer riding conditions, support of bicycle education programs, and strong bicycle culture. Northampton is a great example of a community with a Committee that is working hard to improve the on-road facilities, upgrade and expand off-road trails and paths, and every year plans a set of events for Bay State Bike Week.

For those communities in Middlesex County, there is now funding available to support the creation of a Bicycle Advisory Committee. The application can be found here, and it’s due by January 11.

This funding is available through the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. If you have any questions about this application, feel free to email me at Price@MassBike.org or give me a call at (617) 542-2453. This is a great opportunity, I hope it can help your community take a big step toward making biking a safe, fun option for transportation and recreation.

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/19/get-a-bicycle-advisory-committee-in-your-community/feed/ 2 Winter Membership Drive: Join MassBike And Get Awesome Member Benefits http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/07/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-and-get-awesome-member-benefits/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-and-get-awesome-member-benefits http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/07/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-and-get-awesome-member-benefits/#comments Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:01:00 +0000 Austin http://massbike.org/?p=19949 Joining MassBike and supporting our advocacy efforts to make biking better here in Massachusetts is a great benefit in and of itself. MassBike works hard every day to make a real difference in the lives of bicyclists throughout Massachusetts. We are your voice at the table with state agencies, legislators, regional planning agencies, and our congressional delegation. But did you know that MassBike members get amazing member benefits in addition to joining MassBike? As a MassBike member you have access to a ton of great member benefits including:

  • Discounts at over 40 bike shops across Massachusetts
  • Discounts on MassBike events and rides
  • Discounts from many community business partners like ZipCar
  • Subscription to the bi-monthly MassBike e-newsletter, The Quick Release
  • Up-to-date information on current bicycle advocacy issues and how you can take action on them

And new benefits are coming on board all the time. Most recently BikeFlights.com became the newest addition to the MassBike member benefits program; they offer MassBike members a 15% discount on all purchases through their online store. Next time you are traveling with your bike, check out BikeFlights.com to save on your shipping needs.

Join MassBike during our Winter Membership Drive and score all these wonderful member benefits for yourself! For the next five days (December 3rd – December 7th) we are offering our 1 year individual and 1 year family memberships at a discounted rate ($10 off).

To sweeten the deal each new member who joins during the drive will receive a free MassBike water bottle.  Join the movement today – together we can make better bicycling in Massachusetts a reality!

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/07/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-and-get-awesome-member-benefits/feed/ 0 Winter Membership Drive: Join MassBike To Make Bicycling Safer In Your Community http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/05/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-to-make-bicycling-safer-in-your-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-to-make-bicycling-safer-in-your-community http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/05/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-to-make-bicycling-safer-in-your-community/#comments Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:01:32 +0000 Austin http://massbike.org/?p=19946 Have you seen a bike lane on your recent commute? New bike parking? Want to see more? Join MassBike today to support better biking across Massachusetts!

Much of what MassBike does day-to-day isn’t terribly visible. It’s attending public meetings and testifying at public hearings, reviewing budget notes and teaching bike safety classes. But it is because we spend the thousands of hours doing this behind-the-scenes advocacy work that biking continues to become a safer, more accessible and practical choice for transportation and recreation. However, we are dependent on the financial support of bicyclists statewide to continue this work. To sustain our advocacy efforts, MassBike is launching a Winter Membership Drive this week, December 3rd-December 7th.

For the next five days we are offering our 1 year individual and 1 year family memberships at a discounted rate ($10 off).

To sweeten the deal each new member who joins during the drive will receive a free MassBike water bottle.  Join the movement today; together we can make better bicycling in Massachusetts a reality!

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/05/winter-membership-drive-join-massbike-to-make-bicycling-safer-in-your-community/feed/ 0 Winter Membership Drive: Help Us Get More Kids And Adults On Bikes, Join MassBike http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/04/winter-membership-drive-help-us-get-more-kids-and-adults-on-bikes-join-massbike/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=winter-membership-drive-help-us-get-more-kids-and-adults-on-bikes-join-massbike http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/04/winter-membership-drive-help-us-get-more-kids-and-adults-on-bikes-join-massbike/#comments Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:27:29 +0000 Austin http://massbike.org/?p=19947 Every year, MassBike teaches thousands of children and adults throughout Massachusetts how to safely ride their bikes. With our wide range of bike safety classes, we educate riders of all ages and abilities, but we couldn’t do it without the support of our members.

Help us get more kids and adults on bikes, join MassBike during our Winter Membership Drive.

For the next five days (December 3rd – December 7th) we are offering our 1 year individual and 1 year family memberships at a discounted rate ($10 off).

To sweeten the deal each new member who joins during the drive will receive a free MassBike water bottle.  Join the movement today; together we can make better bicycling in Massachusetts a reality!

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/04/winter-membership-drive-help-us-get-more-kids-and-adults-on-bikes-join-massbike/feed/ 0 Join MassBike During Our Winter Membership Drive And Help Make Your Community More Bikeable http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/03/join-massbike-during-our-winter-membership-drive-and-help-make-your-community-more-bikeable/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=join-massbike-during-our-winter-membership-drive-and-help-make-your-community-more-bikeable http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/03/join-massbike-during-our-winter-membership-drive-and-help-make-your-community-more-bikeable/#comments Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:28:31 +0000 Austin http://massbike.org/?p=19948 This year has been huge for MassBike’s role in local advocacy.

We launched our Bikeable Communities Program, through which we have engaged scores of local advocates to help them make their community better for biking. In Northampton and Boston, we offered the Bikeable Communities Training, a two-part class that goes over the planning process and how to effectively plug into that process. We also have undertaken Bikeability Assessments in Franklin County and the Pioneer Valley, teaching volunteers how to use the audit tool we created and then drafting reports based on the findings. And we are involved in a few planning activities around Massachusetts, helping municipal officials develop strategies for how best to plan for biking.

But we’ve barely gotten started. Help us expand our bike advocacy trainings and help increase local capacity to improve bicycling conditions across Massachusetts. 

For the next five days (December 3rd – December 7th) we are offering our 1 year individual and 1 year family memberships at a discounted rate ($10 off). Join the movement today; together we can make better bicycling in Massachusetts a reality!

]]> http://massbike.org/blog/2012/12/03/join-massbike-during-our-winter-membership-drive-and-help-make-your-community-more-bikeable/feed/ 0 Just In Time For The Holidays Get Your MassBike Jersey http://massbike.org/blog/2012/11/30/just-in-time-for-the-holidays-get-your-massbike-jersey/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=just-in-time-for-the-holidays-get-your-massbike-jersey http://massbike.org/blog/2012/11/30/just-in-time-for-the-holidays-get-your-massbike-jersey/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:47:33 +0000 Austin http://massbike.org/?p=19952 Back by popular demand, we have just made a new run of our MassBike Jersey. You may remember a few months ago when we originally launched these jerseys. They were handmade in Northampton, supported local bicycle advocacy, and were pretty darn good looking to boot.

We’re happy to announce that they were such a big hit we decided to order some more. Same great quality, same great cause, and still locally made.

This second run is made possible thanks to Sam Adams (another great local company) graciously stepping up as the official sponsor of our jerseys. These beauties are now available just in time for the holidays in our online store and at the Sam Adams Brewery. All jersey proceeds from our online store go to making the biking safer and more enjoyable here in Massachusetts.  Members save $15 and can pick one up for only $70.

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