Bike To Work Week, May 10-16
Take the Healthy Commute

Bike to Work - Bike to School - Bike to Transit
Bike to Shop - Bike for Fun - Bike to These Events!

The Marin County Bicycle Coalition is encouraging everyone to take the healthy commute during the week of May 12-16, joining thousands of Bay Area commuters as they bike to work, to school, or to transit. When you register for Bike to Work Day at www.511.org, you'll be eligible to win great prizes, including a $750 gift certificate to a local bike shop.

Bike to Work Day is an annual celebration of bicycling as an alternative to driving. The event is a collaborative effort of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), RIDES for Bay Area Commuters, local bicycle coalitions and hundreds of volunteers. Shimano American Corporation is also providing media outreach support.

Deb Hubsmith, executive director of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition says, "Biking to work is a healthy way to commute. If you leave the car at home and use your bike, you're doing something good for yourself and the planet. Even biking on just one day makes a difference. We're encouraging everyone to give bicycling a try."

In Marin County, a week-long series of local events is planned during to Bike to Work Week. On the official "Bike to Work Day," Thursday May 15, the Marin County Bicycle Coalition will have nearly 20 Energizer Stations set-up (see locations below) along local commute routes to offer refreshments and encouragement to bicyclists on the morning of Bike to Work Day.

If you can't bike all the way to work, bike to transit. Most Bay Area transit carriers have bike facilities, such as lockers or bike racks. For additional details about Bike to Work Day go to www.511.org and www.marinbike.org or call 511.

BIKE TO WORK WEEK EVENTS IN MARIN COUNTY

This year, the MCBC has teamed-up with other organizations and businesses to offer a week-long of (mostly free) bicycle events. Find more details at www.marinbike.org, or by calling Frances Barbour Hayden, MCBC Outreach Coordinator, at 415-456-3469 x2.

Saturday, May 10, 8 AM
The Human Race
The MCBC kicks off Bike to Work Week with The Human Race, a countywide fundraising event that takes place at the Marin County Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 10 at 8 AM. The MCBC will be providing bicycle parking at the event. The Human Race is organized by Marin Nexus. MCBC is featuring a "Tunnel Team" that will carry our award-winning model tunnel so Human Race participants can run or walk through it. The "Tunnel" represents a vision for Marin County where abandoned railroad tunnels are open for bicycle and pedestrian use, making safe routes that are flat and separated from cars. Individuals are invited to sponsor the MCBC and our "Tunnel Team" in the Human Race. For details call 456-3469 x2 or see www.marinbike.org.

Sunday, May 11, 8 AM
Mother's Day Pancake Ride
Sponsor - Tam Valley Bike Club, Contact - Keith Denebeim at 415-388-6393 x19
Meet at the Tam Valley Community Services' District Recreation Cabin and take the mothers you know and love to West Point Inn for their monthly pancake breakfast on scenic Mt. Tam!

Monday, May 12, 6:45 AM
Paradise Drive Bike Loop - Free
Sponsor - Marin Cyclists
Meet at Pixley Park in Corte Madera at 6:45 AM and ride the scenic Paradise Loop, experiencing this incredible ride with stunning views of San Francisco Bay.

Tuesday, May 13, 2 to 5:30 PM
Warehouse Workshop: Fix Your Bike! - Free
Sponsor - Trips For Kids, Contact - Jordan, Assistant Director at (415) 458-2986
Bring your bikes to TFK at 125 Larkspur Street in San Rafael and the kids will help you get them ready for Bike to Work Day (May 15). The kids have volunteered to host this free workshop so you can have a safer, more pleasant ride.

Wednesday, May 14
Morning Commute, Bike to School Day - Free
Sponsor - Safe Routes To Schools, Contact - Wendi Kallins at (415) 488-4101
Take the time this morning to help your kids get to school on a bike. They will be proud to participate in Bike to Work Week! It's estimated that 21% of morning traffic is parents driving their kids to school. Take the healthy commute and be a part of the solution!

Thursday, May 15, All Day!
Bike to Work Day - Free
Event Sponsor - Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Media Outreach Sponsor - Shimano
Take the healthy commute on this official "Bike to Work Day" and you'll be greeted throughout Marin County at Energizer Stations. While you refresh yourself at a stop, enter a special raffle for a Van Dessel 'Straight Up' commuter bike. (Learn more at www.marinbike.org)

Thursday, May 15, 4 PM
Bike Home From Work Party
Event Sponsor - GravyWheels, bike shop, 702 San Anselmo Avenue
After work, come to GravyWheels bike shop at 702 San Anselmo Avenue for a Bike Home from Work Party, starting at 4 PM.

Friday, May 16, 7 PM
Outdoor Music & Movie w/ MCBC - Donation requested
Feature film - "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid", Sponsor - Tom Boss
Join the MCBC in Creek Park (behind the "Hub" in San Anselmo) on Friday, May 16 to hear live music, enjoy a picnic and possibly win the Van Dessel 'Straight Up' commuter bike (donations and raffle tickets sold at the main entrance), all before relaxing and watching the classic "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" on the big screen! What a great way to end the week! Free, valet bicycle parking will be provided at the event, so patrons are encouraged to walk or bike. Suggested donations for the show are $5 for adults and $2 for children. The program is as follows:

• 7 PM- 8 PM: Live Jazz music and picnic dining on the lawn. (Please patronize the local businesses and restaurants.)
• 8-8:30 PM: Special guest speakers from MCBC and Safe Routes to Schools will talk about how San Anselmo and Marin County are becoming more pedestrian and bicycle friendly. At this time, the MCBC will award raffle prizes and announce the "Bike Commuter of the Year" who wins a Van Dessel Super Fly bike.
• 8:30 PM: At dark enjoy the classic western with a bike scene, "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" - bring your friends, family and a blanket and enjoy the show!

Special thanks to Tom Boss, Director of Film Night in the Park, for donating his time and resources. Thanks to Mika Scott for providing music, and thanks to the San Anselmo Town Council for waiving the fee for the use of Creek Park.

ENERGIZER STATIONS ON THURSDAY, MAY 15

On Thursday, May 15, dozens of volunteers will be staffing Energizer Stations along bicycle commute routes to cheer-on bicycle commuters. Stop by to say hello and pick up some goodies in a "bike commute bag". What follows are the Energizer Stations that the Marin County Bicycle Coalition has set up, with help from individuals and businesses:

City/Location	Hours
Novato	7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Alameda Del Prado at Nave Drive
San Rafael	5:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Las Galinas Rd. at Lucas Valley Rd.
San Rafael	6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Park and Pedal lot at Los Ranchitos & Lincoln Ave.
San Rafael	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Transportation Hub, 3rd & Lincoln Ave.
Fairfax	7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Manor Elementary School, Manor Drive
Fairfax	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sunshine Bikes, 737 Center Blvd.
San Anselmo	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
San Anselmo Coffee Roasters, 635 San Anselmo Ave.
San Anselmo	7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sir Francis Drake Blvd. & Center Blvd.
San Anselmo	7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Elan Fitness, Greenfield Ave. at West End Ave.
San Anselmo	4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gravy Wheels, 706 San Anselmo Ave.
Larkspur	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Village Peddler, 1161 Magnolia Ave.
Larkspur	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Bon Air Road at Corte Madera Creek
Larkspur	5:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Larkspur Ferry Terminal
Kentfield	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
College of Marin, Bike path at College Ave.
Corte Madera	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Corner of Tamalpais, Tamal Vista & Casa Buena
Tiburon	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tiburon Ferry Terminal
Tiburon	7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Blackie's Pasture Bike Path
Mill Valley	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Blythedale Ave at the Richardson Bay Bike Path
Sausalito Cyclery	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
#1 Gate Six Road
Sausalito Ferry Terminal	6:00 AM - 9:00 AM