Free bike planning event with Dutch experts (plus Geoffrey Baer!)
Hey Chainlinkers,
Join experts from the Netherlands for ThinkBike Workshops: A Dutch Boost to Chicago’s Bike-ability. The free symposium will bring together Dutch bicycle
transportation experts, Chicago area politicians, planners and bike advocates,
to discuss how Chicago can become more bike-friendly.
Geoffrey Baer, WTTW Channel 11’s famous local travel documentary host, will emcee the event. WTTW will launch Geoffrey's new show "Biking the Boulevards" in November and this is an opportunity to get an early taste.
The symposium features a keynote speech from Eric Gilliland, executive director of the
National Association of City Transportation Officials, on the state of
bicycling in Chicago and its opportunities.
The event is free and open to the public Thursday, September 23 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the James Thompson Center
located at 100 W. Randolph, Chicago. RSVP is required at www.activetrans.org/dutchbikeplan.
Chainlink event listing here.
Thanks,
Ethan, with Active Trans
Join experts from the Netherlands for ThinkBike Workshops: A Dutch Boost to Chicago’s Bike-ability. The free symposium will bring together Dutch bicycle
transportation experts, Chicago area politicians, planners and bike advocates,
to discuss how Chicago can become more bike-friendly.
Geoffrey Baer, WTTW Channel 11’s famous local travel documentary host, will emcee the event. WTTW will launch Geoffrey's new show "Biking the Boulevards" in November and this is an opportunity to get an early taste.
The symposium features a keynote speech from Eric Gilliland, executive director of the
National Association of City Transportation Officials, on the state of
bicycling in Chicago and its opportunities.
The event is free and open to the public Thursday, September 23 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the James Thompson Center
located at 100 W. Randolph, Chicago. RSVP is required at www.activetrans.org/dutchbikeplan.
Chainlink event listing here.
Thanks,
Ethan, with Active Trans
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Permalink Reply by Ash L. on
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I plan to come but have to drop my kid off at school at 8:50 and then get down there. Will it be awkward to show up at 9:15-9:30 or is the space large enough that I won't distract from the presentation?
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Permalink Reply by Active Transportation Alliance on
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Yes, please come (be sure to RSVP on the website, thanks)...we'll be able to slip you in the back no problem. The space is huge (600+ capacity), so feel free to bring your kid and a bunch of friends (smile).
Ethan, with Active Trans
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MARK, we may have other Geoffrey Baer speaking opportunities in the near future...Active Trans is a partner of the show and they've been fantastic to work with.
Jennifer, WTTW secured a Pashley bike from Boulevard Bikes for the show...Geoffrey rode it for some shooting during Bike the Drive and said it was heavy but the five speeds help out a lot and it was an enjoyable ride.
He uses another bike for commuting, can't remember the brand but it's set up more for city riding.
Thanks,
Ethan, with Active Trans
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