Newsletter: sensory route planning

…got me thinking about the sensory experience of biking. When I plan a route, my primary considerations are comfort (how fast, dense and close is the car traffic?), and scenery…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.

 


20
Jan,
2024

ANC Vision Zero Caucus Retreat – Free and Open to Public

WABA’s Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners Vision Zero Caucus will be host a retreat to come up with shared goals for the coming year. Open to the public but must RSVP….

Busboys and Poets 5th and K

Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on January 4, 2024.

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Meetup

Busboys and Poets 5th and K

Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on January 4, 2024.

 

Meetup

Everyday Bicycling Seminars

…only an hour and we provide every participant with a Safe Cycling guide, local bike map, opportunity to take a free WABA city cycling class, and materials on upcoming bike-related…

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on January 2, 2024.

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on January 2, 2024.

 

Support Better Bike Connections at the Brookland Metro

A new development proposed for the Brookland Metro Station offers an opportunity to push for better biking connections. Read more about the opportunity from Ward 5 For All and take…

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on December 29, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on December 29, 2023.

 

A short history of Safe Streets efforts

…guards, and individuals would often block an intersection in protest. Oftentimes, advocates would protest alongside their children and a vacant or not-vacant baby carriage, evoking the name “Baby Carriage Blockades.”…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 28, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 28, 2023.

 

Reintroducing, Peter Gray!

…am pleased to announce my new position as WABA’s Maryland Organizer.  In that role, I will be an unpaid member of the WABA Advocacy team, working on our advocacy for…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 28, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 28, 2023.

 

Unlocking new adventures

…in the game-world, a new part of the game-map lights up. There’s a whole slew of new places to explore and adventure. That’s what happens every time a new protected…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 27, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 27, 2023.

 

Support protected bike lanes on 14th St NW

DDOT has a plan to speed up buses and add protected bike lanes to 14th St north of Newton St. Take the survey by 8/20….

Action Alert last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.

 

From Good to Great: Improving the Mount Vernon Trail Design

…a fully rebuilt and resurfaced trail, and a host of new trail amenities including signage, water bottle refill stations, and six (!) new Capital Bikeshare stations. But there are a…

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.

Action Alert, Blog Post

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Action Alert, Blog Post

Comment period closes 10/24, Virtual

Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 26, 2023.

 

Meet Alyssa Proudfoot Siegel, WABA’s new DC Organizer

…with the district and her little biking community, and is excited to make Washington DC a better place to get around and exist for everyone. Coming from national advocacy at…

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on December 22, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on December 22, 2023.

 

Help Raise $100,000 in honor of Gearin’ Up Bikes.

Youth. Community. Empowerment. Since 2012, Gearin’ Up Bikes has been on a mission to create bicycle-mechanic training for youth from under-served communities in Washington, DC, simultaneously offering career development opportunities…

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on December 18, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on December 18, 2023.

 

Double your impact with Gearin’ Up!

Youth. Community. Empowerment. Since 2012, Gearin’ Up Bikes has been on a mission to create bicycle-mechanic training for youth from under-served communities in Washington, DC, simultaneously offering career development opportunities…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 18, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 18, 2023.

 


13
Dec,
2023

What’s on Tap for the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session?

…and the bills will be discussed in the coming weeks by the Delegation’s Land Use and Transportation Committee. We’re backing the following local bills: MC 10-24, allowing speed limit reduction…

Zoom

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on December 12, 2023.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Zoom

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on December 12, 2023.

 

Transportation Trivia Quiz!

This month, WABA teamed up with Cap City Trivia and Tryst Trading Company to host two trivia nights at the end of November. Participants competed in 6 rounds of trivia,…

Blog Post last updated by Sarah Haedrich on December 11, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Sarah Haedrich on December 11, 2023.

 


13
Dec,
2023

Documentary Screening: The Street Project hosted by WABA

WABA is hosting a documentary screening of The Street Project at the Adams Morgan Community Center in the Line Hotel. The Street Project documentary highlights the global, citizen-led fight to…

Adams Morgan Community Center at the Line Hotel

Event last updated by Colin Browne on December 6, 2023.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Meetup

Adams Morgan Community Center at the Line Hotel

Event last updated by Colin Browne on December 6, 2023.

 

Meetup


10
Mar,
2024

Traffic Safety for Kids Event

Join Bike Falls Church at Conte’s this winter for a series of FREE indoor traffic safety events, aimed at kids 3-6yo….

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

Sunday, March 10, 2024

Meetup

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

 

Meetup


28
Jan,
2024

Traffic Safety for Kids Event

Join Bike Falls Church at Conte’s this winter for a series of FREE indoor traffic safety events, aimed at kids 3-6yo….

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

Sunday, January 28, 2024

Meetup

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

 

Meetup


10
Dec,
2023

Traffic Safety for Kids Event

Join Bike Falls Church at Conte’s this winter for a series of FREE indoor traffic safety events, aimed at kids 3-6yo….

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

Sunday, December 10, 2023

Meetup

Conte's Bike Shop Falls Church

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on December 5, 2023.

 

Meetup


08
Dec,
2023

2023 WABA Member Holiday Mixer

…at Baja Tap Bar! Stop by Friday, December 8th any time from 5:30-7:30pm, and get FREE chips, guac, and tacos! Plus, hear from WABA staff, win cool prizes, and talk…

Baja Tap

Event last updated by Colin Browne on December 1, 2023.

Friday, December 8, 2023

Meetup

Baja Tap

Event last updated by Colin Browne on December 1, 2023.

 

Meetup


30
Nov,
2023

Thursday Night Trivia featuring Washington Area Bicyclist Association

Cap City Trivia is hosting a special Trivia Night at the Coupe featuring Washington Area Bicyclist Association! No reservations needed – compete for prizes as you pedal your way to…

Event last updated by Sarah Haedrich on November 28, 2023.

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Meetup

Event last updated by Sarah Haedrich on November 28, 2023.

 

Meetup


28
Nov,
2023

Tuesday Night Trivia featuring Washington Area Bicyclist Association

Cap City Trivia is hosting a special Trivia Night at Open City featuring Washington Area Bicyclist Association! No reservations needed – compete for prizes as you pedal your way to…

Event last updated by Sarah Haedrich on November 22, 2023.

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Meetup

Event last updated by Sarah Haedrich on November 22, 2023.

 

Meetup

Building connections together

…Metro stations. It’s also a sign of things to come, heralding the future of a car-free route along I-66. Saw the Rhode Island Avenue Trolley Trail nearly to completion—inaugural ride…

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2023.

 

How we make change happen

…and job training and YOU to affordable bikes and bike repair through a community bike shop. Piece by piece we’re transforming our region into a place where more people can…

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2023.

 


21
Nov,
2023
POSTPONED

Light the Night with the DC Bike Ambassadors

POSTPONED

Join the Bike Ambassadors to provide free bike lights to our bike friends who have forgotten or are in need of them….

Tenley-Friendship Library

Event last updated by Trey Robinson on November 20, 2023.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Meetup

Tenley-Friendship Library

Event last updated by Trey Robinson on November 20, 2023.

 

Meetup


27
Nov,
2023

I Bike I Buy Card Pick-Up and PostCard Writing Party Event

Come join WABA and Ward 3 Bikes to write postcards to DDOT and elected officials to ask them to prioritize safety for all road users this holiday season, and give…

Cleveland Park Library

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on November 20, 2023.

Monday, November 27, 2023

Meetup

Cleveland Park Library

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on November 20, 2023.

 

Meetup

Tell Mayor Bowser to follow through on her commitment to Vision Zero!

Families of traffic crash victims, road safety advocates, and community members commemorate World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims with signs honoring loved ones who were killed or seriously…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 14, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 14, 2023.

 

We’re Hiring: Bookkeeper

communication skills Impeccable attention to detail Ability to multitask and prioritize, keeping multiple projects moving forward simultaneously. Technological fluency. WABA uses Google Suite office tools (Gmail, Calendar Drive, etc.) and…

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on November 9, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on November 9, 2023.

 


18
Nov,
2023

Racial and Socioeconomic Impacts in Washington, DC Transportation Planning

…gathered in 1928 to cycle for three days, from New York City to Washington, DC. You can choose to meet at the event or join one of our Washington, DC…

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 8, 2023.

Saturday, November 18, 2023

Ride

Blog Post, Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 8, 2023.

 

Ride

WABA’s Vision Zero Youth Leadership Institute

…PDF, student designed newsletter can be found here.  Throughout the institute, the four hired youth leaders will learn about transportation issues in Prince George’s County, develop a community engagement plan…

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on November 8, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on November 8, 2023.

 

Meet Michelle Shin, WABA’s new Vision Zero Coalition Manager

Hello! My name is Michelle Shin, and I have joined WABA as the new Vision Zero Coalition Manager. While my background has primarily been in federal and commercial consulting, I…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 26, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 26, 2023.