Event Listing

Thursday April 1

Fossil Fools Day 2010

Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 12:30am

By: For more information:If we're going to stop climate change, the only real solution is to keep fossil fuels in the ground. This April, join Rising Tide North America as we pull some pranks that pack a punch. Use the simply subversive to the downright disruptive: office occupations, banner drops, road blockades, clownish parades, spoof product launches, sub-vertising, leaflets, street theater, lock-downs and laugh-ins. Whatever works for you and your group! Pull a Prank that Packs a Punch!!! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=445447160709

Velopalooza Fundraising/Promotion Meeting

Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 7:30pm

By: To join this committee or attend, contact Maureen CameronVelopalooza it 10 days of bike fun, from Friday June 4 to Sunday June 13, following Bike to Work Week during Bike Month. During this week we hope to have all sorts of bike rides and events. Leading up to Velopalooza we also will be doing promotional events as well as all that's needed to make Velopalooza one of the highlights of the summer. Come to this meeting to help make this happen.

Friday April 2

Saturday April 3

Explore Cycling

Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 8:00am

Repeats: Every Saturday

By: It's a leisure ride, no pressure.Weekly Saturday rides, starting out from Cap's Bicycle Shop in Sapperton at 8am sharp. Try to get there early, because the ride leaves right at 8am. If you're taking the skytain, get off at Sapperton Station – it's less of a hill to climb. This ride is to get people out and riding. And is a great way to meet new people.

VACC Streetwise Cycling Workshop

Saturday, April 3, 2010, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

By: For more information or to register visit:Taught by CAN-BIKE certified instructors, this is a 4 hour course that builds traffic cycling skills for Adults who want to use their bikes for transportation. Through in-class, parking lot and on-road training, you will learn how to ride comfortably and safely in traffic, fit your bike properly, do a safety check and plan routes. Participants need their own bike and helmet.

Sunday April 4

The Pacific Populaire

Sunday, April 4, 2010 at 9:00am. If you haven't signed-up yet, on ride day arrive before 8 am to avoid the crunch.

By: Danelle Laidlaw (Ride Organizer)With routes of 25, 50, and 100 km, the Pacific Populaire is Greater Vancouver's first major public randonneur ride of the cycling season. Since its inception in 1986, the focus of this event has been to encourage participation by all cyclists regardless of fitness level, cycling experience, or age. For some, the ride is a challenge to turn in a fast time, a personal best, or to complete a greater distance than in a previous year. Others will be out for a relaxed spring ride, fresh air, and exercise. Cost is $25 ($18 pre-register)

Monday April 5

Tuesday April 6

Wednesday April 7

Velopalooza Planning Meeting

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 7:30pm

By: To join this committee or attend, contact Maureen CameronBicycle activists have come together to plan a fun event similar to and inspired by Portland's Pedalpalooza. Velopalooza, the Vancouver event, is set for Friday, June 4 to Sunday, June 13, 2010, during Bike Month. The steering committee is meeting every two weeks up until the event it self. What events do you dream for Velopalooza? Let us know or enter them into this calendar! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=173323570932