Events for February 22, 2023 - January 25, 2023

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine stays busy with events all year round to connect with as many pedestrians and people on bikes as possible in a variety of ways. We seek to educate adults and children about bike/ped safety through presentations and courses, host interactive demonstrations that advocate for improvements to bike/ped infrastructure, provide valet bike parking at local events, and organize gatherings and group rides to raise awareness and enthusiasm about our mission.

The event calendar below lists our upcoming events and those hosted by our partners and supporters. Check it out, and join us as we strive to make Maine better for biking and walking!

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Wednesday Webinar – Micromobility!

virtual

Broadly, micromobility is defined as using any small low speed device–including bikes, skateboards, scooters and the plethora of new electric assist gadgets–to fulfill transportation needs. At this webinar, we’ll explore what micromobility is, what the issues around use of new (old devices) are, and highlight some of the policy initiatives BCM is leading to understand and manage these users of the transportation system.

Free

Libbytown Safety & Accessibility Project Community Update Meeting

Bunker Brewing 17 Westfield St., Portland, Maine

What: The MaineDOT and the City of Portland are co-hosting a Community Meeting for the Libbytown Safety and Accessibility Project. The meeting will review the project's progress since the October 2021 meeting and provide an opportunity for community input.  Where: Bunker Brewing, 17 Westfield Street, Portland, ME 04102

Wednesday Winter Walking Series

WHERE: Eastern Prom Trail walk. Meet at the BCM office, 38 Diamond St. WHEN: Walk leaves promptly at 5:30 pm. We know it can be difficult to get outside when it gets dark so early! That’s why we’re launching these group walks; to promote healthy living, community, and pedestrian safety. Walk lengths vary from 2-4 […]

Wednesday Webinar –Clara Brown: Paralympian, Team USA, World Champion, & Community Spoke

virtual

The BCM is excited to host Maine’s own Clara Brown! After sustaining a spinal cord injury at the age of 12, Clara has become a Multi-time World Champion Road and Track racer, a member of US National Cycling Team, and Paralympian. She is also an active member of the cycling community and a BCM Community Spoke. Join BCM as we talk about Clara's Journey, what inspires her, and what the future holds.

Free

Coffee & Climate: Being Bird Friendly and Bird Safe

Webinar Belgium, Brussels, Belgium, Brussels, Belgium

Join us Friday, February 10th from 9am - 10am for this month’s Coffee & Climate: Being Bird Friendly and Bird Safe! Nick Lund of Maine Audubon and Addy Smith-Reiman of the Portland Society for Architecture will be joining us to discuss wildlife conservation and the importance of bird safe architecture here in Maine and why […]

Free

Wednesday Webinar: Meet the Maine State Active Transportation Planner!

virtual

With the publication of Maine’s first Active Transportation Plan, bicycling, walking, and rolling have assumed a new significance and priority for the Department. We chat with Dakota Hewlett, the MaineDOT’s Active Transportation Planner, to learn about how he and the MDOT will support people who use the transportation system without cars.

Free

Community Spokes Training

online Online, Online, NY, United States

The Community Spokes Program is the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s effort to create a statewide network of bicycle and pedestrian advocates at the local level. We empower residents to become champions—or “Community Spokes”—of better biking and walking in their cities and towns. Through training, education, and ongoing technical support, you too can become part of […]

Event Series Community Spokes Training

Community Spokes Training

online Online, Online, NY, United States

The Community Spokes Program is the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s effort to create a statewide network of bicycle and pedestrian advocates at the local level. We empower residents to become champions—or “Community Spokes”—of better biking and walking in their cities and towns. Through training, education, and ongoing technical support, you too can become part of […]

Wednesday Webinar: BCM 2023 Legislative Review

virtual

The 131st Legislature is just getting started! BCM worked with legislators and partners all summer and fall to field bills that promote access, safety, and convenience for vulnerable users of the transportation system in Maine. Learn about the bills, and how you can help enact policy that supports making Maine better for bicycling and walking.

Free

Wednesday Winter Walking Series

WHERE: Back Cove Trail walk. Meet at the BCM office, 38 Diamond St. WHEN: Walk leaves promptly at 5:30 pm. We know it can be difficult to get outside when it gets dark so early! That’s why we’re launching these group walks; to promote healthy living, community, and pedestrian safety. Walk lengths vary from 2-4 […]

DEI Statement:

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is committed to advancing our equity and inclusion efforts. The Coalition is prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in these focus areas: self-education, community engagement, advocacy, and events. We welcome community members and visitors of Maine—Wabanaki Territory—from all backgrounds to join the Coalition. Our most outstanding achievement will be that everyone who joins the Coalition or attends our events will feel respected and valued.

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