Events: Share your vision for a walkable, bikeable New Carrollton

There are several major transportation projects taking place in New Carrollton, Maryland, and Maryland leaders want to hear from you about your vision for streets that are safe for both bikers and walkers and what problem spots need the most attention. On Thursday, August 31, join a public forum hosted by Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) and partners for a chance to share your views with several Maryland elected representatives, including the Mayor of New Carrollton, members of the Prince Geroge’s County Council, and Maryland senators. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023
• Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
• Location: New Carrollton Municipal Center, 6016 Princess Garden Parkway, New Carrollton, MD 20784

Monday, August 28:

Attend a webinar on parking reform in Montgomery County: Car-centric design goes hand-in-hand with minimum parking mandates that require people to prioritize developing parking for vehicles instead of utilizing that space for uses such as housing, retail, or parks. This required development is true even in neighborhoods that are walkable and transit-connected. Many cities across the country have proven that reducing and eliminating parking mandates has benefited them majorly. That is why Coalition for Smarter Growth and Montgomery for All are partnering to host a webinar on what Montgomery County could gain from parking reform. They will dive into the economic and environmental costs of parking mandates, and how parking reform shows real potential in alleviating those costs throughout Montgomery County. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Monday, August 28, 2023
• Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
• Location: Virtual via Zoom

Saturday, September 2:

Join a weekend bike ride in Virginia: Bellringer, a community-based initiative rising from Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, is hosting a 14-mile guided bike ride on Saturday, September 2 in Ballston, Virginia. This ride is mainly meant for beginner cyclists ages 14 and up. All you have to do is show up with your bike and helmet, and they will take care of the rest! This event is a great way to meet members of the local community and to learn about how Bellringerworks to fight cancer. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
• Time: 8:00 am
• Location: Trek Ballston, 3924 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203

Volunteer to clean up around Capitol Hill: Fulcrum Properties Group hosts clean-ups around the Capitol Hill neighborhood on the first Saturday of each month. If you have been looking for an opportunity to gather with neighbors and make new friends, while helping keep the Capitol Hill area clean, this event is for you. Clean up supplies will be provided, as will breakfast treats such as smoothies and coffee. These clean ups happen rain or shine, so make sure to wear the appropriate clothing attire. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
• Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
• Location: Fulcrum Properties Group, 500 13th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

Ride your bike with the Washington Commanders’ quarterback: Jacoby Brissett, the quarterback of the Washington Commanders and previous Super Bowl champion, hosts annual community bike rides—and this time around he is bringing it to the southwest DC area. Brissett, the T.E.A.M. Elam Foundation, and the NFL Players Association are partnering with DC Parks and Recreation, DC Department of Transportation (DDOT), and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to host an event that aims to engage local youth and strengthen the ties they have to their neighborhood. The bike ride is 5-miles and there will be a post-ride finish festival. You can register to ride, to volunteer, or to be a ride marshal. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
• Time: 9: 00 am - 11:00 am
• Location: King Greenleaf Recreation Center, 201 N Street SW, Washington, DC 20024

Show your school pride with a back to school bike ride: Join Hill Family Biking for their back to school ride. The route travels between various DC public schools on Capitol Hill. You can either join in at the beginning of the ride, at Maury Elementary School, or later on at any of the schools along the route. The ride ends at Watkins splash pad and athletic fields to play some games and cool off after the ride is finished. They encourage you to show your school pride, no matter the alma mater! For safety, there will be volunteer bike marshals and MPD bikers participating in the ride. Additionally, if your bike needs a little maintenance, you can arrive 30 minutes early for assistance—there will be maintenance tools available and a few experienced amateur bike mechanics to help you out if needed.Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
• Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
• Location: Maury Elementary Parking Lot, 12th Place NE, Washington, DC 20002

Save the date:

Usher in fall at the GGWash Fall Mixer: It’s hard to believe, but the days will soon cool down and the leaves will start changing color—that means it’s time for our Fall Mixer at Metrobar! This casual event is the biggest gathering of transit fans and housing advocates around and you will have the chance to connect with hundreds of like-minded people. Bring your friends and family and join GGWash on Wednesday, September 27 for a night of fun in the fresh air—no SmarTrip card required! If the $30 ticket price doesn’t seem doable, you can use this form to request one of our pay-it-forward tickets or to sign up to volunteer. Learn more & RSVP here.

• Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
• Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
• Location: Metrobar

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