Posts tagged Waba
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Ask GGW: Which is the best nonprofit to donate a car to?
As more people go car-free and families cut back on how many cars they own, a reader asked us the best way to put an unwanted car to use. Our contributors suggest nonprofits that accept vehicle donations. Reader Rob asks: Do you have any preference among the various charities that accept car donations? Are there any reputable ones around here that have better offers on the table… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: No death spiral yet
No fare hikes today; Help for the homeless; Chevy Chase continues fight; Carpool express; The best for bikes; Walkblocked by snow; Maintain or expand transit?; Maintain or expand roads?; And…. Keep reading…
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Morning links: A snowy day
Snow problems; Trash, treasure; New Bike Bill; Bike programs on break; DC dynasty?; Funding conundrum; Old Town upgrades; Say yes; And…. Keep reading…
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WABA says an Arlington Boulevard trail is a good bet
The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) thinks the region’s next major bike trail should run along Arlington Boulevard from the National Mall to the eastern border of Fairfax City. On Tuesday, it released a report on how make it happen. Keep reading…
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Events roundup: Celebrate our trails, parks, transit, and more
Through trails, transit, or walking, this week is all about greener cities. Celebrate future bike trails, learn about park-oriented development, and figure out how alternative transit can lead to a greener region. Celebrate our trails: Biking is more popular than ever in the DC area. This Saturday, November 15, join the Washington Area Bike Association and REI for the “Future… Keep reading…
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Events roundup: Bicycle tech, bicycle art, bicycle tours
Get your helmet on; this week is all about the bicycles. Learn about new apps and technology for cycling, bundle up for an urban design bike tour, and warm up at a bike-themed art show. You can also learn about historic preservation in Georgetown and planning for large buildings. Biking and technology: The second Bike Hack Night is this Thursday, November 6. People will present… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Land grab
State wants more land; Which location will win?; Workers of bikeshare unite!; Historic view of motorcycles?; DC fails to collect on loans; Takoma Park-ing evolves; Is biking safer?; And…. Keep reading…
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Events roundup: Buses, buses, buses (and walking and biking)
If you care about buses, this is the week for you! The events calendar is filled with Virginia bus meetings, but if you get tired of sitting and listening during your weeknights, CSG and WABA have got your exercise with a walking tour and bike tour this weekend in Maryland. Virginia buses (and other transportation): If you’re a Virginian and care about buses, boy is it a busy… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: The feds have spoken
Cert denied; Obama for Bowser; New escalators coming up; No tunnel for the trail; Cycletracks for MoCo; Ticketing peds and drivers; Don’t call it a “trolley”; Springfield out of the running?; Six is plenty?; Twelve is too much. Keep reading…
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Events roundup: Streetcars, tech, tours, and more
If you’re a streetcar fan, bike enthusiast, history buff, or social media nerd, heads up! There are terrific events coming up that you should check out. Do some family biking, speak up at a hearing, or have a drink and nerd out about social media. All that and more is coming up our events calendar in the coming days, so read on and mark your calendar. Overhead wires: Care… Keep reading…