November News from the Bicycle Kitchen
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Ryan Sharpe
Nov 1, 2011, 1:27:28 PM11/1/11
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It's shaping up to be a wonderful November for those of us who love getting around on two wheels. While the weather's turning from perfect riding weather to merely good riding weather, there's plenty going on at the Bike Kitchen to keep you in high spirits.
First, the cooler weather is inspiring even those of us who bike through fog and flood to take a break and spend some time indoors. This means SBK's public classes are rolling right along. If you're a prospective rider looking for tips on how to find a good bike on the Internet, a cyclist looking to start fixing your own flats, or an experienced roadie looking to repack your hub bearings, we've got the classes for you! Check http://sacbikekitchen.org/2011/10/upcoming-classes/ for dates, details, and registration instructions.
Our monthly Shift Rides are chugging along, too. This month, one of our Thursday shifts goes on the chopping block. So Thursday, November 17th, come join us on a fund little ride from our shop. The ride leaves at 6:00 PM, and like a true collective, we'll hammer out the destination when we all assemble. Bring a working bike ('cause we ain't doin' no wrenching), lights, and a fun attitude.
Looking beyond our ivy-covered walls, the do-goodniks at the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates are hosting VeloBall, their 20th anniversary party, on Saturday, November 19th, featuring a live auction, silent auction, bar, music, dancing, dinner, and a raging good time. Check SABA's web page at http://sacbike.org/veloball/ for tickets. Word on the street is that they need volunteers to help with the event, too; if you've got a hand to lend, Larry Robinson will put it to use.
And of course, cooler weather means we can finally start digging that moth-eaten wool out of our closets and start getting ready for the Sacramento Tweed Ride. Rick Houston's providing pretty frequent updates over at http://sactotweed.blogspot.com/, including the just-posted ride route, a slick poster, and a tie-in with next year's NAHBS.
If you still want your SBK fix, your favorites are still around. We're happily hosting our third Bicyclette! on Monday, November 21 at 6:00 PM. This is a special shop shift open to all women, transgender, queer, femmes, and anyone else who has had gender bias, homophobia, or transphobia impede them from participating in bicycle mechanics.
And, of course, SBK Second Saturday this year is bringing in the big guns; we haven't had some heavy rock 'n' roll in a while, so on November 12th, we're bringing in 50 Watt Heavy and a special guest band from San Francisco to shake our walls and frighten our neighbors. All with the same delicious beer you've come to expect from us for the last three years.
We'll also be closed for Thanksgiving, but chances are you'll see most of the usual suspects out at the Appetite Enhancement Ride.
And finally, a special congratulations to Core volunteers Doug and Emjay. After years of helping us keep our shop going, we're pleased as punch to be able to host their wedding this November, as well. All of us around here wish you two all the best. Now, we just need to find them a nice tandem...
As always, we're trying to keep our events calendar updated with any bike events in town, so even if we're not firing off long e-mail reminders, you can always check in at http://sacbikekitchen.org/calendars/calendar/ to check out our shop hours and see what's going on.
Happy wrenching!
--Ryan S.
Sunday, November 6, 1:00pm
Saturday, November 12, 6:00pm
Thursday, November 17, 6:00pm
Sunday, November 20, 12:00pm
Monday, November 21, 6:00pm
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Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen
http://sacbikekitchen.org/
1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento
Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p
First, the cooler weather is inspiring even those of us who bike through fog and flood to take a break and spend some time indoors. This means SBK's public classes are rolling right along. If you're a prospective rider looking for tips on how to find a good bike on the Internet, a cyclist looking to start fixing your own flats, or an experienced roadie looking to repack your hub bearings, we've got the classes for you! Check http://sacbikekitchen.org/2011/10/upcoming-classes/ for dates, details, and registration instructions.
Our monthly Shift Rides are chugging along, too. This month, one of our Thursday shifts goes on the chopping block. So Thursday, November 17th, come join us on a fund little ride from our shop. The ride leaves at 6:00 PM, and like a true collective, we'll hammer out the destination when we all assemble. Bring a working bike ('cause we ain't doin' no wrenching), lights, and a fun attitude.
Looking beyond our ivy-covered walls, the do-goodniks at the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates are hosting VeloBall, their 20th anniversary party, on Saturday, November 19th, featuring a live auction, silent auction, bar, music, dancing, dinner, and a raging good time. Check SABA's web page at http://sacbike.org/veloball/ for tickets. Word on the street is that they need volunteers to help with the event, too; if you've got a hand to lend, Larry Robinson will put it to use.
And of course, cooler weather means we can finally start digging that moth-eaten wool out of our closets and start getting ready for the Sacramento Tweed Ride. Rick Houston's providing pretty frequent updates over at http://sactotweed.blogspot.com/, including the just-posted ride route, a slick poster, and a tie-in with next year's NAHBS.
If you still want your SBK fix, your favorites are still around. We're happily hosting our third Bicyclette! on Monday, November 21 at 6:00 PM. This is a special shop shift open to all women, transgender, queer, femmes, and anyone else who has had gender bias, homophobia, or transphobia impede them from participating in bicycle mechanics.
And, of course, SBK Second Saturday this year is bringing in the big guns; we haven't had some heavy rock 'n' roll in a while, so on November 12th, we're bringing in 50 Watt Heavy and a special guest band from San Francisco to shake our walls and frighten our neighbors. All with the same delicious beer you've come to expect from us for the last three years.
We'll also be closed for Thanksgiving, but chances are you'll see most of the usual suspects out at the Appetite Enhancement Ride.
And finally, a special congratulations to Core volunteers Doug and Emjay. After years of helping us keep our shop going, we're pleased as punch to be able to host their wedding this November, as well. All of us around here wish you two all the best. Now, we just need to find them a nice tandem...
As always, we're trying to keep our events calendar updated with any bike events in town, so even if we're not firing off long e-mail reminders, you can always check in at http://sacbikekitchen.org/calendars/calendar/ to check out our shop hours and see what's going on.
Happy wrenching!
--Ryan S.
Sunday, November 6, 1:00pm
Saturday, November 12, 6:00pm
SBK Second Saturday Party featuring 50 Watt Heavy
Sunday, November 13, 10:30amThursday, November 17, 6:00pm
Shop closed for SBK Shift Ride
Saturday, November 19, 5:30pmSunday, November 20, 12:00pm
Monday, November 21, 6:00pm
Bicyclette!, 6pm - 9pm
Thursday, November 24, 6:00pmClosed for Thanksgiving (and Appetite Enhancement)
Sunday, December 4, 1:00pm--
Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen
http://sacbikekitchen.org/
1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento
Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p
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