June 2013 Calendar

www.capaids.org

By: CAP AIDSOrganized by the Canada Africa Partnership on AIDS (CAP/AIDS), the AIDS Ride for Africa (previously Bike2CAPAIDS) is an annual fundraising bike-a-thon in support of local grassroots projects aimed at overcoming HIV&AIDS in African communities. CAP/AIDS has been hosting this event since 2005 in Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa. Over the years, these bike-a-thons have generated more than $200,000 and have engaged more than 950 participants across the country. These funds go towards many different grassroots projects that together provide a holistic approach to overcoming HIV&AIDS in African communities. These programs include: HIV education for communities, economic empowerment of AIDS orphans and [more...]Read comments and more

Sunday June 2

Cycling Resource Centre

Sunday, June 2, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: May 26, June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11, August 25, September 8, September 22, October 6, October 20

Meet At:

Kitsilano Community Centre Parking Lot

Larch and 10th

Contact Info:

bikecoop.ca

By: AMS Bike Co-opThe AMS Bike Co-op is holding a Cycling Resource Center at the Kitsilano Winter Market every second week throughout the market season! Come by to grab a free Vancouver and Greater Vancouver bike map, get a *free tune-up* for your bike, learn about upcoming cycling events and rides, read local cycling resources, and ask any questions you have about cycling! 10am-2pm, rain or shine.Read comments and more

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 2, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

The coffee shop at

Contact Info:

1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0E4

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.Read comments and more

Velopalooza Tweed Ride 2013

Sunday, June 2, 2013, 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Meet at 1pm, we ride at 1:30pm SHARP!

Meet At:

Olympic Village

Notes: Meet by the Giant Birds in the Olympic Village.

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/53803...

By: Chris BruntlettTweed Rides are a worldwide phenomenon – a metropolitan ride with style! It's a celebration of old-fashioned style, cycling, and good times. It's a group bicycle ride on the seawalls, bikeways, and separated lanes of Vancouver, in which the cyclists are encouraged to dress in classic tweed or a smart looking outfit. Any effort made to recreate the spirit of a bygone era is appreciated, and all bicycles, ages, and abilities are most welcome.Read comments and more

Wednesday June 5

Saddle Up! Art Show

Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

VBC Wednesday Night Pie Rides

Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 5:30pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

West side of Canada Place

999 Canada Place

Contact Info:

1830 Ontario Street (at 2nd Avenue)

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.Read comments and more

PEDAL Women's Night

Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First and Third Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

Pedal Depot

Contact Info:

pedalpower.org/pedal-depot/

604-708-4992

By: Pedal DepotLadies fix your bike night at The Pedal Depot. Come learn to fix your bike with a bunch of great ladies. 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month. $6 to $18 dollars per hour. This is a trans-inclusive space. Hosted at Our Community Bikes or Pedal Depot:. Call to confirm location: 604-708-4992 Why create a women only space? – Because Feminism is not a dirty word and sexism is a problem based on power – Because there is power in the hierarchy of knowledge and sexism is a problem based on power – Because the knowledge of mechanics has been historically [more...]Read comments and more

Thursday June 6

Saddle Up! Art Show

Thursday, June 6, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

PEDAL Introduction to Mechanics/Maintenance Workshop

Thursday, June 6, 2013, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First Thursday of every month

Meet At:

Our Community Bikes

3283 Main Street

Notes: near 17th Avenue

Contact Info:

pedalpower.org/our-communit...

604-879-BIKE (604-879-2453)

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...]Read comments and more

Friday June 7

Saddle Up! Art Show

Friday, June 7, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Bike Art Night

Friday, June 7, 2013, 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Repeats: First Fridays

Meet At:

Kickstand

1739 Venables St.

Notes: at Commercial Dr. (’round back in the basement of Astorino’s)

Contact Info:

https://www.facebook.com/Eastvan.Kickstand

eastvankickstand.org/

By: KickstandRelease your wheely creativity at our very first bike art night. … / Bicycle zine making / bike journalism / bike film / bike crafts / … To be followed by a social/fun ping-pong tournament and maybe a movie. Do you play an instrument or you want to sing ? well, come and join us. / Bike Choir / We have used/recycled bike parts that you are free to use. Bring snacks & art supplies to share. Attention: The only type of currency we accept is enthusiasm ! Bike love, Kickstand PS: You can still drop-in to use the tools [more...]Read comments and more

Saturday June 8

MEC Bikefest North Shore

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Meet At:

Inter River Park

1301 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

events.mec.ca/event/2142/m...

604-990-4417

By: Dennis BegleyWe love bikes, and we’re throwing a party in their honour. Come join the fun and connect with your local cycling community. You can try out gear, test ride a new bike, browse exhibitors’ booths, score deals at the MEC Bikeswap, or learn skills at a bike clinic. There’ll also be bike races, performers, entertainment, food vendors, and kids’ activities. Bring your bike, your family, and your riding buddies, and embrace the awesomeness of wheels. MEC Bikefest North Shore has something for everyone! Location – MEC Bikefest North Shore is being held at Inter River Park In North Vancouver. It [more...]Read comments and more

Saddle Up! Art Show

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

3096 East Hastings Street

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Streetwise Cycling Course

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Meet At:

Hastings Community Centre

Contact Info:

11551 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC

604-558-2002

By: HUB: Your Cycling ConnectionThis fun, practical and hands-on course is for anyone who’d like to be more comfortable riding in traffic. Through classroom and on-road training you'll learn about the safest place on the road to ride, how to maneuver your bike effectively, communicate with other road users, handle riding at night and in the rain, and more. You’ll gain the skills & confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city! Courses are suitable to those 16 & up. $45 for HUB members/$50 for non-members. Register online at https://bikehub.ca/streetwise.Read comments and more

Sunday June 9

Island City, by Bike Tour

Sunday, June 9, 2013, 9:30am - 2:30pm. Long ride leaves at 10am and short ride leaves at 11 am

Meet At:

Woodwards Landing

Contact Info:

www.richmond.ca/services/ttp...

604-276-4035

By: Joan CaravanCelebrate cycling and Richmond’s island nature by joining this 13th annual event hosted by the City of Richmond and the Richmond Active Transportation Committee. Island City, by Bike Tour is a free, annual event that takes advantage of Richmond’s on and off street cycling network to raise awareness of the benefits of cycling for fitness and fun. This year will feature long (21 km) and short (6.6 km) rides with both groups reconvening for refreshments and a raffle prize draw.Read comments and more

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 9, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

The coffee shop at

Contact Info:

Bike Maintenance course

Sunday, June 9, 2013, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Meet At:

Trout Lake Community Centre

3360 Victoria Drive

Contact Info:

300 Cambie Street, at Cordova

604-558-2002

By: HUB: Your Cycling ConnectionThis fun, interactive workshop takes the mystery out of the bicycle. Participants bring their bikes and we show them how to do a basic inspection to make sure it’s in good running order. They learn how to clean and oil their bike, check their brakes and gears, and a few other tricks to make their riding experience more enjoyable. We cover fixing the dreaded flat tire (not really such a big deal after all), and help participants decide when it's a good idea to take their bike to the shop. $45 for HUB members/$50 for non-members. Register online at https://bikehub.ca/streetwise.Read comments and more

Wheelmen Annual Vintage Bike Ride

Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 12:00pm. Meet at Noon, Ride at 1:00

Meet At:

Cambie Pub

Contact Info:

Video of similar events can be found on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCdfwd-pfOI

By: Deak McLuditeVintage bikes must be 1969 or older for the ride. But, anyone can view the bikes at the meetup before the start. Have a beer and burger and talk to owners about their vintage bikes. Meet at the Cambie Pub at noon. The ride is easy, going through East Van and ending at the Waldorf.Read comments and more

Wednesday June 12

Saddle Up! Art Show

Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Thursday June 13

Saddle Up! Art Show

Thursday, June 13, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Friday June 14

Saddle Up! Art Show

Friday, June 14, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

Corner of Denman and Georgia

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Saturday June 15

Stanley Park Bike Tours

Saturday, June 15, 2013, 9:30am - 11:30am. Please have a bike, safety equipment, water etc ready to go right at 9:30am

Repeats: June 15, July 20, August 17

Meet At:

Devonian Park

Notes: Meet at the Northwest Corner

Contact Info:

www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org

604-264-9642

Spokes Bicycle Rentals is offering a 30% discount on all bike rentals for anyone to attend our tours. Call us for details!

By: Vancouver Heritage FoundationVancouver's urban forest holds a complex history of destroyed First Nations villages and squatters' cabins, military unrest and forgotten burial places, British enclaves, sports and cultural venues, and of course, renowned natural endowments, some more recent than you might think. Due to its natural popularity, Stanley Park has become an engineered landscape, with many tourist draws such as the totems, blow-down amusement parks, and preserved reminders of the raw force of nature. Join VHF for a leisurely paced cycle while digging into the storms and controversies that have formed this majestic park. $20 + GST/ personRead comments and more

Streetwise Cycling Course

Saturday, June 15, 2013, 11:30am - 4:30pm

Meet At:

ING Direct Cafe

466 Howe Street

Contact Info:

1204 Beach Ave, Vancouver, BC

604-558-2002

June's World Naked Bike Ride - Vancouver - 2013

Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 12:00pm. Meet at noon, ride at 2pm

Meet At:

Sunset Beach

Notes: http://goo.gl/maps/l0ea2

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/47369...

By: World Naked Bike Ride - Vancouver, British ColumbiaJoin tens of thousands of happy naked cyclists in the greatest celebration of human powered happiness the world has ever seen. Dress code: Bare as you dare. If you want you can come wearing scuba gear. Body painting and performances will take place before the ride. Arrive between 12 Noon and 2:00pm to catch some of the action and some of the paint! A picnic following the ride will be hosted by niftynude.org. The ride, pre and post-ride activities are all free. FB event: https://www.facebook.com/events/473699709379815/ FB page: https://www.facebook.com/YVR.WNBR Meet at Sunset Beach: http://goo.gl/maps/l0ea2Read comments and more

Saddle Up! Art Show

Saturday, June 15, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

Meet At:

Hot Art Wet City

Contact Info:

604-764-2266

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 fromRead comments and more

Sunday June 16

CANCELED: AIDS ride for Africa

Moved to June 1

Was: Sunday, June 16, 2013 at 10:00am

Meet At:

John Hendry (Trout Lake)

Contact Info:

www.capaids.org

Cycling Resource Centre

Sunday, June 16, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: May 26, June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11, August 25, September 8, September 22, October 6, October 20

Meet At:

Kitsilano Community Centre Parking Lot

Larch and 10th

Contact Info:

bikecoop.ca

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 16, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

The coffee shop at

Contact Info:

Friday June 21

Brew Creek Bikes Open House and Ride

Friday, June 21, 2013, 2:00pm - 8:00pm. Open house from 2:00-7:00pm, then we go for a ride!

Meet At:

Brew Creek Bikes Studio

2050 Scotia St.

Notes: RSVP for info

Contact Info:

https://www.facebook.com/events/508047102582432/

www.brewcreekbikes.com/

604-679-4816

By: Jacob MurrayCome checkout Brew Creek Bike Studio's open house Friday June 21, 2013 from 2:00-7:00pm. Get your bike tuned up, eat some treats and then join us for a sunset scenic Stanley Park Ride which starts at 7:30pm from Brew Creek Bikes Studio.Read comments and more

Saturday June 22

Streetwise Cycling Course

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Meet At:

Hillcrest Community Centre

4575 Clancy Loranger Way

Contact Info:

3883 Imperial Street Burnaby, BC V5G 4H7

604-558-2002

Sunday June 23

Shoppers Drug Mart Ride Don't Hide Greater Vancouver Ride

Sunday, June 23, 2013 at 8:30am. Meet at 830 for breakfast and morning festivities. Ride starts at 930AM

Meet At:

Swangard Stadium

Contact Info:

www.ridedonthide.com/

(604) 872-4902 ext. 237

By: Grace KwokThe Canadian Mental Health Association is hosting its annual community bike ride, Shoppers Drug Mart Ride Don’t Hide, on Sunday June 23rd, 2013. The event is a provincial campaign, taking place in 13 cities throughout British Columbia. The goal of the ride is to build awareness and acceptance of those living with mental illness, as well as raise funds to support the programs and services for women and their families. The Greater Vancouver ride will be taking place at 8:30am at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby. Participants can choose to ride a route length of either 10km, 20km or 60km. After [more...]Read comments and more

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

The coffee shop at

Contact Info:

McSpadden avenue at Bauer Street

The Second Vancouver Béret-Baguette ride, l'age d'or du vélo a la francaise

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Meet At:

McSpadden park

Notes: The ride will finish with a picnic in Stanley Park, expect to ride ~7-10 km before the picnic

Contact Info:

6138 Student Union Boulevard V6T 1Z1

By: GwendalSunday June 23rd 2013 This is a slow ride, that celebrates the golden age of cycling in the Gallic style. Dressing up in your best french outfit is 'de rigueur' think: congés 1936 (summer vacation in 1936). Or Jour de Fête (Jaque Tati 1949) Think bleu marine, stripped shirts, béret, baguettes, short shorts, suspenders, Tintin Please check out the original Paris ride for inspiration: http://www.beret-baguette.fr/blog/ The flickr pool: http://www.flickr.com/groups/ride_beret_baguette/ The 2012 video: http://vimeo.com/24158918 and the 2013 video: http://vimeo.com/68216509 Be prepared for a picnic with suitable french supplies. Nothing complicated. Saucisson, paté, fromage, baguette, croissant, pain au chocolat une bouteille et [more...]Read comments and more

Friday June 28

Bike Art Crafternoon: Space Babe Edition

Friday, June 28, 2013, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meet At:

UBC SUB

Notes: Meet on the grass in front of the Bike Kitchen

Contact Info:

bikecoop.ca/

By: Space Babe & Saw-monsterGet down and dirty with some bike grease, paint, and glitter every Friday afternoon in front of the UBC Student Union Building. Hang out with Space Babe and other members of the Bike Co-op as we make bike art and get a chance to flaunt your own masterpiece at the upcoming Bike Art Show. Join our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2375141800/ Meeting spot: http://goo.gl/maps/rSnQ2Read comments and more

Bike Art Crafternoon: Space Babe Edition

Friday, June 28, 2013, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Repeats: Every Friday in June - October

Meet At:

UBC SUB

6138 Student Union Boulevard V6T 1Z1

Notes: Meet on the grass in front of the Bike Kitchen

Contact Info:

bikecoop.ca/

June is the BIKE month <3

Friday, June 28, 2013 at 5:30pm. Meet at 5:30pm, Ride at 6pm

Meet At:

Vancouver Art Gallery

750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC

Notes: Meet at the Fountain

Contact Info:

eastvankickstand.org/

By: Saw-monster & Monkey WrenchHave you already taken your bike for a ride ?! Didn't you know June is the bike month. You've got to ride your bicycle starting now till infinity !!! Meet at us at the art gallery for an adventure of life time and let the city know we exist. Ride starts a bit after 6 pm. Update Update: The ride is going to have a stop at Kickstand at 8pm. There are more pedal-heads waiting for us there. ? Shortly after, we will all ride to a magical land full of surprises ? ? Bring warm blankets and snacks to [more...]Read comments and more

Saturday June 29

The Bike Rave!

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 8:00pm - 2:00am. Meet at 8, ride at 9.

Meet At:

Crab Park (AKA Portside Park)

149 E Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/17180...

@ridecranked

By: Cranked CyclingWhy hello there all you sexy bike ravers. We here at Bike Rave would like to share with you our plans for this super mega awesome DIY bike party. There’s some important info in here. Please take a few minutes to read through! THE COVER-OUR-ASS-DISCLAIMER We are not responsible for your safety; YOU ARE! NOTE TO ALL MEDIA: We kindly request that you do not publicize this event unless you are willing to emphasize all the key points of this message. Contact us at ravebike@gmail.com for further details. We have done our best to ensure that the route is well [more...]Read comments and more

Sunday June 30

Cycling Resource Centre

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: May 26, June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11, August 25, September 8, September 22, October 6, October 20

Meet At:

Kitsilano Community Centre Parking Lot

Larch and 10th

Contact Info:

bikecoop.ca

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

The coffee shop at

Contact Info: