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Monday October 29

Tuesday October 30

Purple & Yellow Volunteer Night

Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: UBC Bike CoopVolunteering with us is the easiest way to become involved in the co-op! Come to the Bike Kitchen on Tuesday from 6-9pm and help us out by working on our bikeshare fleet or performing other essential tasks. Our volunteer night happens every week (except for holidays and reading week) and it’s a great way to start to learn about bike mechanics and the Bike Co-op. Absolutely no experience necessary and everyone is welcome! Volunteer nights are a great way to meet other people who are interested in cycling and to learn about fun cycling events happening at UBC or in [more...]

THE HOUSE OF FORSAKEN GODS

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 6:30pm

Repeats: October 30 - 31

By: In the house festivalJourney through a haunted house like no other where you'll experience the torrid and terrifying lives of the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and demons of Greek Mythology. From the lofty peak of Mt. Olympus to the dreary depths of the Underworld, fear and enchantment, horror and charm, beauty and dread lie in wait for you. During the hour-long performance, breathtaking visual artistry and stunning live performances including aerial circus, prop manipulation, theatre, puppetry, physical comedy, and music will make your heart pound with fear, excitement and wonder. The macabre and the outrageous, the evil and the hilarious, [more...]

Wednesday October 31

VBC Wednesday Night Pie Rides

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 5:30pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: Henry HVancouver Bicycle Club (VBC) members zip around the edges of Vancouver. Starting from Canada Place we climb to Prospect Point in Stanley Park, then along Beach to Science World, across to Kits, and out to UBC and back home along the bike routes of Kits. A fast, but friendly ride with several stops to collect everyone. The distance traveled is about 20 to 50 km, depending on how far you ride. Helmets are required on all VBC rides and tours.

THE HOUSE OF FORSAKEN GODS

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 6:30pm

Repeats: October 30 - 31

By: In the house festivalJourney through a haunted house like no other where you'll experience the torrid and terrifying lives of the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and demons of Greek Mythology. From the lofty peak of Mt. Olympus to the dreary depths of the Underworld, fear and enchantment, horror and charm, beauty and dread lie in wait for you. During the hour-long performance, breathtaking visual artistry and stunning live performances including aerial circus, prop manipulation, theatre, puppetry, physical comedy, and music will make your heart pound with fear, excitement and wonder. The macabre and the outrageous, the evil and the hilarious, [more...]

SPOOKY RIDE

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 7:00pm. Meet at 7 PM ride after 7:30 PM

By: saw-monser + christineThis Halloween, join the AMS Bike Co-op for a spooktacular bike ride! Meet at the Bike Kitchen at 7:00 pm for bike decorating and face painting! Costumes are highly encouraged! Roll out will be at 7:30. In the spirit of Halloween the route and final location will be a MYSTERY!! (OOooOOoo!!!) with plenty of games and surprises along the way. – Musical saddles – Bicycle relay races – Sneaky velo-statues – Halloween scavenger hunts – Plenty of tricks, and some treats too Bring Yer Own Spirits (booze, or otherworldly nebulous manifestations of the human soul, whichever you prefer) and snacks [more...]

Thursday November 1

PEDAL Introduction to Mechanics/Maintenance Workshop

Thursday, November 1, 2012, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First Thursday of every month

By: PEDALOffered by PEDAL (Pedal Energy Development Alternatives), an organization that develops and promotes the use of pedal powered technology, the workshop is for individuals interested in learning in a more structured, classroom like way. The course covers drivetrain maintenance, brake and gear adjustment and flat tire repair. Courses are held at Our Community Bikes, 3283 Main Street near 17th Avenue, on the first Thursday of every month from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. We generally believe that a class of 6 people is the ideal size for effective hands-on learning with a qualified mechanic. The cost is $40 per person which must [more...]

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Saturday November 3

Sunday November 4

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, November 4, 2012, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: VBCVancouver Bicycle Club (VBC) weekly leisure ride each Sunday morning at 10. We’ll average 15-20km per hour following bike routes around Vancouver, going to Iona Island or crossing to the North Shore. The ride will go 30-50 km with a coffee break somewhere in the middle. Helmets are required on all VBC rides and tours.