RIBike helped St. Jude get the message out about one of their events and provided some routing advice. This was their first attempt at running a cycling fundraiser and we were fortunate to be one of five sites they choose to test the idea. It was a great event, amazingly well staffed with very excited… read more
Events
Coventry Greenway Dedication
Coventry Greenway Whitford Street to Station Street segment dedication, October 14, 11:00AM.
Ronde de Rhody: Monday Oct 11 (Columbus Day)
What: The RdR is an urban cyclocross tour to raise funds for Bikes Belong and the East Coast Greenway. The Ronde springs from the ashes of your urban riding nightmares, then like an incubus breeds with post-apocalyptic streetscapes, the industrial age, fine Victorian architecture, and lovely bay views. The resulting mutant baby will giggle &… read more
A Better World by Design Conference
The third annual Better World by Design conference is being held in Providence Oct. 1st – 3rd. The conference strives to create connections to make our world a better place. A Better World by Design is a three-day internationally acclaimed conference in Providence, RI that connects students, professionals, and individuals from a variety of disciplines… read more
Discover Some History Along the EBBP
From the Barrington Preservation Society: You may have ridden or walked the East Bay Bike Path in Barrington, RI many times. But do you really know what hidden history took place along the way? If not, it’s time to find out! Come see the seven historic interpretive signs along the path, created by the Barrington… read more
Inaugural Providence Hill Climb Set for October 3rd!
Climb Capitol Hill With Us on October 3rd Between 11:30am and 3:00pm! The First Annual Providence Hill Climb is a significant opportunity in U.S. Open Cycling’s work to get people on bikes to improve their health and that of the environment. We have chosen Smith Street between Canal and Park (Capitol Hill) because it is challenging… read more
Elmwood Avenue Walk-Through
As previously reported, Elmwood Avenue is getting a much needed overhaul thanks to RIDOT. This coming Thursday @ 11am, RIDOT and L+A Landscape Architecture will present their design recommendations for the project. A group will gather at the the Knight Memorial Library (275 Elmwood Ave). Come see what the future of Elmwood Avenue could look… read more
St. Jude Benefit Ride – Save $15 on Registration
Still thinking about joining the St. Jude charity ride on September 18th? Use the code RICLUB15 and save $15 off registration.
Providence Core Connector Study Open House
In a recent communication from the CTC, we learned that RIPTA and the City of Providence will be hosting three open houses on September 21, 22 and 23 to engage the public in the Core Connector Study (the feasibility study that will examine the possibility of streetcar or another urban circulator mode for the Downtown… read more
Cycle for St. Jude
Are you looking for something to do on September 18th and want to give a little back to a good cause? Then join the Give Thanks ride in Bristol. Unlike most cycling fundraisers, they have no minimum, how can you say no? Here is a press release from the organizers: Ride your bike on the… read more
Providence Mayoral Candidate Q&A
The College Hill Neighborhood Association (CHNA) is presenting a Providence mayoral Q&A session on Thursday, August 26th from 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the Wheeler School. They are soliciting questions you would like to see answered by the candidates. Submissions can be sent to chna@collegehillneighborhoodassociation.org . Questions must be received by Wednesday, August 25th at 12noon. … read more
RI VeloSprints is back in action!
Thursday Happy Hours at McFadden’s (52 Pine St. in Providence) Come in after a hard day in the office to cool down in the air-conditioned bliss of McFaddens. Enjoy a cold one and race against your friends…or your foes. These are 250 metre sprints to keep it easy and fun for everyone. $5 for your… read more