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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 30/09/2026

Join us for a special edition of our marshal training specifically designed for school bike buses. Come out on Sunday, October 4th, and we’ll teach you how to lead a group ride, cork, de-escalate safely with drivers, and keep kids safe on the way to school. Signup: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 02/10/2026

50 minute sets starting at the top of each hour (we locked down two more bands since the announcement)

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Sold. Email us at grassroots@bikegridnow.org and we can get you setup.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 01/10/2026

We're hosting a concert with local bands from 3-7p on The People’s Bridge™ (Cortland) in support of the permanent pedestrianization and continuation of bicycle access. The concert is free. Tipping the bands is strongly encouraged. 📍 Cortland Bridge (1420 W Cortland) ⏰ Sunday, October 18th, 3-7p

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 02/10/2026

We like AT-Proto here. Can we build it into our website so each time an event is posted, it knows to post to Corkboard?

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 01/10/2026

Sam Nugent hosted a public meeting where she bragged about receiving state money to complete this. The state appropriated $200,000 for the construction of this bike lane which will make it harder to remove.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 30/09/2026

Two more classes will be offered in November (virtual + in person) and December (in-person only). Exact dates and time TBA.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 30/09/2026

Winter will be here before you want it. Get you and your bike ready for cold weather season before it hits. BGN will teach you about layering, winter maintenance, assessing road conditions, making bail-out plans, and when it's unsafe. 📍 Beermiscuous, 2812 N Lincoln ⏰ Wed 10/21 6pm

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Chicago Critical Mass @chicritmass.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Got a beautiful view of ChicagoHenge on @bikegridnow.org Jamapalooza bicycle ride last night.

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 23/09/2026

Yesterday was @bikegridnow.org's annual jamapalooza, celebrating World Car-Free Day, advocating for safer streets, and honoring those killed biking on Chicago streets in 2026.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 23/09/2026

The "bike bus" idea is simple: Once a week, a group of kids and parents bike to school together. It's an idea being embraced in neighborhoods around Chicago as a way to socialize and push back against car-centric culture, parents say.

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Instead of driving to school, more kids are taking the 'bike bus'

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Viktor Köves @viktorkoves.com · 23/09/2026

Some quick snaps from the @bikegridnow.org jam-a-palooza - together, we're strong!

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 23/09/2026

Good op sec and multi part plans. Thank you marshals

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Tom from Weaklung @perefex.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Every day is bike the drive if you’ve got enough pals @bikegridnow.org

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 22/09/2026

Tonight! Tonight! to celebrate World Free Car Day and the fall equinox with us.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 16/09/2026

Painting: We are looking for people that want to be creative Carpentry: Assembly party, no extensive use of saws General maintenance: Sweeping, pothole repair, light landscaping

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 16/09/2026

We are going to be cleaning up The People's Bridge™ (Cortland) in advance of the event we are hosting the following week (details on that soon). We need some help on 10/10: 10-1: General tidy/carpentry 1-4: Painting/general maintenance Can you help? DM or email us at grassroots@bikegridnow.org

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Emily @allweeksend.com · 16/09/2026

Hi, do you bike with kids on a cargo/family bike in the winter? I’d love to update my winter bike clothing guide to mention this but don’t have kids, so I’m soliciting help! Please let me know if you’d be willing to provide some perspective/experience and I’m happy to credit you on the guide.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 15/09/2026

Catch up on the latest Bike Grid Now news with our monthly newsletter (please subscribe). In this edition: Bike Grid funding, Tour de Border recap, new bike infrastructure, upcoming events, and our job board. newsletter.bikegridnow.org/p/chicago-bi...

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Chicago Bike Grid Now Newsletter – Sept. 15, 2026

In this issue: Bike Grid funding, Tour de Border recap, new bike infrastructure, upcoming events, and our job board.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 15/09/2026

We're hosting a concert on The People's Bridge™ (details forthcoming). Are you in a band that may be interested in playing on a mid-October weekend? Let us know. Drop a comment, send a DM, push us an email at grassroots@bikegridnow.org.

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 11/09/2026

We are so excited to announce the launch of a brand new tool for getting engaged with biking in Chicago - our new ward biking map! It'll show you bike routes in your ward, which ones were built this latest aldermanic term, and more. Let's break it down 🧵

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Ward Map | Chicagoans Who Bike

A photo project documenting the stories of the wide variety of Chicagoans who bike around the city

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Matt McCabe @mmccabe.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Bluesky ( #bikesky?) we need you. This Thursday, we have a chance to send a message to Chicago politicians that we want safer streets, and we want them now. givebutter.com/campaign-tra...

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The Chicago Bike PAC Campaign Trail Party

Calling all Chicago cyclists! September 10, 2026—join us for a joint #bikechi party to kickstart this Campaign Trail!

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Lake. Big Lake. @lakebiglake.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Fish Club 🚲🐟 is ON for Friday, Sept. 4‼️ Be there or be ▪️. Meet by Cafe Jumping Bean, 1439 W. 18th St., roll at 6:45 a.m. to 31st Street Pier, arriving approx. 7:15 a.m. Hang out until around 8 a.m. #BikeChi @bikegridnow.org @chicagobikesox.com @chicritmass.bsky.social

HOLLYWOOD - Actor-comedian Jonathan Winters (1925-2013) rides a bicycle in the 1963 epic film It’s a Mad, Mad,Mad, Mad World.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 01/09/2026

Thanks for riding! 📷 Sunjay Kumar

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 01/09/2026

Rogers Park & Evanston are next door neighbors, but why's it so difficult to bike between them? Last week, @bikegridnow.org, @evanstontransit.bsky.social and Sen. Mike Simmons hosted a Tour De Border ride showing the challenges of this area, and some of the routes that could use improvement.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 28/08/2026

The plan will prioritize connections between community areas, retail corridors, major attractions, institutions, as well as existing and planned infrastructure to create a cohesive system for all ages and abilities across 10% of city streets and neighboring communities.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 28/08/2026

🚨NOT A DRILL🚨 We are thrilled to announce that State @senmikesimmons.bsky.social in partnership with Bike Grid Now, has secured a $300,000 planning grant to design 450 miles of the bike grid in Chicago and on 10% of roads in bordering communities, to be completed by the end of 2028.

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Evanston Transit Alliance @evanstontransit.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Tonight! Join the Tour de Border with ETA, Chicago Bike Grid Now, and Senator Mike Simmons, for a ride along the Evanston-Chicago border highlighting the disconnects in bike infrastructure and news about how improvements can change this. We hope to see you there!

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 26/08/2026

We'll be hosting a marshal training specifically for parents wanting to run bike buses. Stay tuned for more details.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 26/08/2026

Our Ravenswood Elementary Bike Bus is back for the season on 9/1, departing from Belle Plaine/Greenview at 8:10a. Join in and share with your friends who have kids there (or nearby). We are also looking for long-term marshal help. If that's you, fill out this form: forms.gle/pWqCY7GT76iH...

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 25/08/2026

Bike buses depart from... Wicker Park (at Erhler Park) at 5:30pm Lakeview (Jonquil Park) at 5:30pm Pilsen (Dvorak Park) at 5:40pm Hyde Park (at Kenwood Park) at 5:20pm

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 25/08/2026

It's Jamapalooza season. Join us for the fall equinox celebration and Chicagohenge on Tuesday, September 22nd for our biggest ride of the year as we descend on and then ride around downtown (+ a secret third place) Not on a bus? Meet us at the Picasso statue at 6pm! See you at the Jam.

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 17/08/2026

Join our first Tour de Border! We're riding with @evanstontransit.bsky.social and @senmikesimmons.bsky.social to talk about biking between Evanston and Chicago's bike routes (and how they do not connect!) 📍 Triangle Park (Hermitage/Juneway Terrace) ⏰ Thursday, August 27th at 6:30p

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 17/08/2026

Our friends at the @bikeleague.org are collecting feedback on how you feel about Illinois' support (or lack thereof) for bicycle infrastructure that will be incorporated into their state report card. It's a quick two-minute survey. www.surveymonkey.com/r/RTDKCD2

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2026 Public Bicycle Friendly State Survey

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

JOIN US FIRST BIKE THE DRIVE! Sunday September 6 meet us at Ainslie Arts Plaza from 6-6:30am as we launch to Lake Shore! @activetransportation.org @chiwho.bike @bikegridnow.org @bikelaneuprising.bsky.social

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 17/08/2026

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2026 Public Bicycle Friendly State Survey

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Alder Andre Vasquez, Political Account @andrefor40th.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Alright, who all wants to roll with us?! @chiwho.bike @bikegridnow.org @chicagobikelobby.bsky.social I’m talking to YALL!

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 19/07/2026

Join us for a marshal training at Union Park! Come out on Thursday, August 6th and we’ll teach you how to lead a group ride, cork, and de-escalate safely with drivers. 📍 Union Park (NE corner of Ashland/Washington) ⏰ Thursday, August 6th from 6:30-8pm

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 06/08/2026

Thank you for coming. If you couldn't attend, you can view our presentation on YouTube. youtu.be/7lwNr_1buHI If you'd like to get involved with us, please fill out this form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Bike Grid Now | Getting the Grid Meeting | August 2026

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 05/08/2026

Come earlier, have beer. Solved your problem

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 02/08/2026

Important Announcement

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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 03/08/2026

The event begins at 7pm, not 8:30pm.

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 02/08/2026

How do we keep kids safe while riding in the road? Ben Shepler from @bikegridnow.org tells us why a bike bus works to keep kids safe and get them to school, while getting their brains and bodies moving before school!

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 02/08/2026

And if you want to see more, check out the full video, with interviews from two bike bus leaders and tips on starting your own bike bus!

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Keeping Kids Safe Going to School - with Bike Buses!

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