Events Calendar

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We want as many people as possible to ride with us in support of the City ATP's envisioned Bike Spine Network.

We're going to ride to City Hall to surround them with support and positive energy. We'll push for the basic axes of that spine through downtown to be built by 2034. Elected officials will say a few words.

We'll assemble at 131 Elmwood Ave at 2pm. We'll ride leisurely together along the Genesee Riverway Trail and through Corn Hill to City Hall at 2:30pm. (If you only want to attend the City Hall portion and won't be participating in the ride itself, meet us at City Hall at 2:50 or 3pm). After the rally, we'll ride back to GVP together.

REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/eastendwalkingtour

Join Jason Haremza, a local planner and urban designer, on Saturday, May 4th, for a Walking Tour of the former Inner Loop East. This former inner-city highway has since become a thriving hub filled with local businesses, mixed-use housing, restaurants, and more, all within walking, biking, and public transit distance.

The tour will kick off at a local favorite, @uglyduckcoffee , and circle around this gem of a neighborhood while honoring the legacy of the celebrated urbanist, author, and activist, Jane Jacobs, along the way.

You MUST pre-register to attend. No walk-ins please. Register here: bit.ly/eastendwalkingtour

Questions? Email info@ReconnectRochester.org

Kick off bike week with Reconnect Rochester! Bring your brightest bike lights and glow sticks, and join us for a ~9-mile“callithumpian” romp around Rochester’s bike boulevards and trails.

Arrive at the Genesee Valley Sports Complex at 7 PM for registration and mingling. Kickstands up at 7:45 PM.

Join the Arnett Block Association on May 11th for their Spring Bike Clinic. There will be a bike raffle, free bike helmet giveaways, a learn how to ride a bike class and more!

Who's it for? Kids between ages 5 - 15, however all are encouraged to come out and check out what the community has to offer.

Questions? Contact HisBranches, (585) 235-2250

In this class, students will learn the rules of the road and proper roadway position. We’ll examine safe cycling techniques and ways to make cycling easier and more enjoyable. The class will incorporate classroom learning, parking lot maneuvering drills and a short group ride navigating different traffic scenarios.

Cost: $25 / person *

*If cost is an issue, please reach out to Jesse at cycling@reconnectrochester.org or (585) 270-1095 and Reconnect Rochester will work with you.

If you’ve never tried biking to work, this is the day! Rochesterians are fortunate to have an average 4.1-mile commute to work, which is about 25 minutes by bike at a casual pace. To thank people cycling to work on May 19th, Reconnect Rochester will have munchies to share and celebrate those who get to work on two wheels. Swing by, fuel up, and talk cycling with our dedicated team. Contact: Jesse Peers, jesse@reconnectrochester.org

REGISTER HERE: Local History Bike Tours (donorsnap.com)

With the Introduction to Rochester History Tour, you’ll get to know our area’s story and visit important locations to its development by bike.

This tour is perfect for residents who want to learn some more about local history. Great for visitors and family outings as well*!

*Not recommended for kids 12 and under.

Discover how fun it is to get around Rochester by bike and experience the City’s investment in bike infrastructure along the way.

Cost: $25 / per person