Bike Newton

Group Ride: Fresh Pond & Harvard Square
2021-10-09 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Star Market, 33 Austin Street, Newtonville, MA, 02460, United States
Join us for a nice ride from Newtonville to Fresh Pond in Cambridge using the Watertown Branch rail trail, around much of the Pond, then to Harvard Square and back along the river to Newton. We could stop for coffee in Harvard Sq. if the group would like to on the way back.
Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 9:30 am. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 15 miles roundtrip. Masks required for all riders who are not fully vaccinated. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37034362

Group Ride - Norumbega Viking Tower
2021-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Newton Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton, MA , MA, 02459, United States
Join us for a nice bike ride to the Norumbega Viking Tower in Weston. Starting at the Newton Main Library in Newton Center, we’ll make a loop that winds through the back roads and trails of Weston and Waltham, and visit the site of the ancient Viking citadel.
Meet in front of the Newton Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave at 10:00 am. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 15.5 miles roundtrip. Masks required for all riders who are not fully vaccinated. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route Here

Tour de Newton 2021: Tour de Doors
2021-09-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | MA
TOUR de NEWTON 2021: Tour de Doors
September 19, 2021
“Tour de Newton is Back!”
REGISTRATION is now OPEN! Go to: https://www.bikereg.com/tour-de-newton2021
Mark your calendars for the 2021 Tour de Newton on September 19! This will be live and in-person and we look forward to riding together. Further details or any changes: look here, on twitter, and in our email newsletter .
QUESTIONS?
Email us at: TourdeNewton@bikenewton.org
or follow us on Twitter
@BikeNewton

Group Ride - The Infinity Ride
2021-08-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Star Market, 33 Austin Street, Newtonville, MA, 02460, United States
An infinity-shaped loop starting in Newtonville, stretching west to Auburndale and east to the Chestnut Hill reservoir . Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 10:00 am. On the way back, the group is invited to stop at Pho Viet on Langley Rd for tasty Banh Mi sandwiches.
This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. Masks required for all riders who are not vaccinated. 13.3 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route Here
PS: Mark your calendars! Tour de Newton is back! TdeN 2021 returns on Sunday September 19 as Tour de Doors
Details here: Tour de Newton – Bike Newton

Warm-up for the Tour de Newton
2021-06-20 14:00 (America/New_York) | Newton Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton, MA , MA, 02459, United States
It’s Father’s Day — the day we’d traditionally be cycling in the Tour de Newton. However, the 2021 Tour de Newton has been re-scheduled for September 19 this year (stay tuned for details), but this ride will start getting you in shape for that! We will follow the route of the 2018 Tour de Newton “Contra tour”, through many of the villages of Newton. Meet in front of the Newton Free Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave at 2:00pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. Masks are required for anyone not fully vaccinated. 15 miles total. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30985233

Group Ride to Chestnut Hill Reservoir
2021-06-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Newton Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton, MA , MA, 02459, United States
Join us for a pleasant ride around the Chestnut Hill Reservoir; a loop starting at the Library in Newton Center, heading out on Commonwealth Ave. to Cleveland Circle, around the reservoir and returning on Beacon Street. A scenic ride, especially if you like the challenge of a couple of hills!
Meet in front of the Newton Main Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave promptly at 6pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required, and please bring a mask or face covering. A total of 7 miles round trip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7583294

Newton Group Bike Ride to Russo's Market
2021-05-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Newton Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton, MA , MA, 02459, United States
A short ride to Russo’s Market in Waltham, then along the river a bit, returning through Nonantum and Newtonville. Meet in front of the Newton Main library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave promptly at 6pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. Masks are required for all Riders, also. 6 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes. And bring a shopping bag!
Approximate route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6804012

Sign the Petition
2021-04-01 00:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Please sign the Petition now to the Mayor and City Council of Newton to improve Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety in Newton! It only takes a couple of minutes and will have a big impact on our elected officials at City Hall. Thanks!
(Note: the photo above of a beautiful physically-separated bike lane is Arsensal St. in Watertown, not Newton. That’s why we are asking you to sign the petition.)

12th Annual Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival
2021-03-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MA
12th Annual Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival
Virtually at the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA
This is the ONLY film festival in the U.S.A. that focuses specifically on bicycle travel!
Thursday, March 18th 7:00pm – Internet Live Stream
Full Details Click HERE
~ A portion of Festival Proceeds go to the nonprofit Adventure Cycling Association ~

Hammond Pond Parkway Improvements
2021-01-21 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton would like to invite you attend the following meeting presented by:
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Improvements to Hammond Pond Parkway in Newton
Thursday, January 21, 2021 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dWYruP09RVC1x3luBVMtyw

At this public meeting, the DCR team for this project and its engineering design consultant, BSC Group, will present project objectives and gather public input on preliminary design to inform a pedestrian- and bike-friendly redesign of Hammond Pond Parkway in Newton, from Boylston Street (Route 9) to Beacon Street.
To register, click on the appropriate link above or enter it into your browser, and you will be prompted to submit your name and email. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. This information cannot be shared, the participation link is unique to you. If you need assistance when registering, please contact Jennifer Norwood at jennifer.norwood@mass.gov. After the presentation, the public will be invited to ask questions and provide feedback on the proposed design, using Q&A functionality that will be available through the virtual participation platform.
After the meeting, the presentation will be available for viewing at https://www.mass.gov/dcr/past-public-meetings. DCR encourages the public to share additional feedback, with a deadline for receipt of comments by DCR of Thursday, February 4, 2021. Comments may be submitted online at www.mass.gov/dcr/public-comment. Please note that the content of comments you submit to DCR, along with your name, town, and zip code, will be posted on DCR’s website. Additional contact information required when commenting, notably email address, will only be used for outreach on future updates on the subject project or property.
If you have agency-related questions or concerns or would like to be added to an email list to receive DCR general or project-specific announcements, please email Mass.Parks@mass.gov or call 617-626-4973.

Auburn St. - Comm. Ave Public Information Session
2021-01-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton invites you to attend this important City of Newton Public Information Session presented by Nicole Freedman, the Director of Transportation Planning for the City of Newton. She will review the MassDOT proposed improvements for the intersection of Auburn St. and Commonwealth Ave., which includes a new separated bike lane. There are several designs being proposed; the Steering Committee of Bike Newton is in favor of the one pictured above, the “Modern Roundabout”.
• Learn about a proposal by MassDOT to reconstruct the intersection of Auburn Street at Commonwealth Avenue.
• The work is part of MassDOT’s reconstruction of the bridge over the Charles River project.
Thursday January 14, 2021 7:00-8:30 PM Via Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86718659714 Meeting ID: 867 1865 9714 One tap mobile +16465588656,,86718659714# US (New York)

Bike Newton Monthly Steering Committee Meeting
2020-10-28 19:00 - 20:30, 2020-09-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2020-08-26 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton’s monthly Steering Committee meeting. Public is invited to attend. Please email brendan@bikenewton.org for Zoom (or “Real”) invite! 7:00pm-8:30.

Vision Zero Discussion
2020-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Vision Zero is once again up for discussion this Wednesday in a joint meeting of the Public Facilities Committee and Public Safety & Transportation Committees. The agenda for the meeting can be found here.

Public Meeting: Lower Falls Shared-Use Trail Feasibility Study
2020-09-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Register here.
The Mass. Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is conducting a feasibility study for a shared-use trail connection between the Route I-95 rail bridge (“Two Bridges”) at the southeast corner of Leo J. Martin Golf Course, Wellesley, and the south side of the I-95 Overpass on Quinobequin Road, Newton, MA. The project has analyzed DCR-owned parklands, other open space and roadway right of ways to evaluate alternative layouts toward safe and accessible bicycle and pedestrian accommodations through the Lower Falls area.
At this public virtual meeting, DCR will present and obtain public input on a proposed shared-use trail layout.
To register for the meeting, please click on the link above or enter it into your browser, and you will be prompted to submit your name and email. Please register in advance so that we can start the meeting promptly. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. This information can’t be shared, the participation link is unique to you. If you need assistance when registering, please contact Jennifer Norwood at jennifer.norwood@mass.gov. After the presentation, the public will be invited to ask questions and provide feedback on the proposed alternatives, using Q&A functionality that will be available through the virtual participation platform.
After the public meeting, the presentation will be available for viewing at https://www.mass.gov/dcr​/past-public-meetings. DCR encourages the public to share additional feedback, with a deadline for receipt of comments by DCR of October 6, 2020. Comments may be submitted online at www.mass.gov/dcr/public-comment or via email at jennifer.norwood@mass.gov. Please note that the content of comments you submit to DCR, along with your name, town, and zip code, will be posted on DCR’s website. Providing additional contact information when commenting, notably email address, is optional, and will only be used for outreach on future updates on the subject project or property.

If you have agency-related questions or concerns or would like to be added to an email list to receive DCR general or project-specific announcements, please email Mass.Parks@mass.gov or call 617-626-4973.

Bike Newton Monthly Steering Committee Meeting
2020-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton’s monthly Steering Committee meeting. Public is invited to attend. Please email brendan@bikenewton.org for Zoom (or “Real”) invite! 5:30pm-7:00.

Public Meeting: Carriageway Improvements
2020-07-14 19:00 (America/New_York) | MA
The City of Newton is requesting CPA funding to redesign a critical compromised segment of the Commonwealth Avenue Carriageway from Lyons Field to the Charles River Bridge, in the process creating new green space and adding a continuous walking and bicycle path by rerouting vehicular traffic to the south side of the median. The project will increase the overall amount of green space, link myriad trail networks including the Charles River Path, the Riverside Greenway trail network (in development), and Weston’s planned shared use path (currently at 25% design), increase visibility and access to the historic boathouse on the Charles River, and improve transit access in the area by upgrading bus stops. The agenda and meeting packet are now available.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82487026774

Quinobequin Road and Trail Improvements Concept Design Listening Session
2020-06-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | MA
DCR is hosting a virtual meeting for community advocates to introduce the project, share the schedule and plans for public involvement and to hear your thoughts on project goals and key elements.
Register in advance for this webinar here:
https://vhb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8STGP-0FTJiEtW4Ht_yUPQ
This meeting will be followed by a robust public process to provide all members of the public with meaningful opportunities to share their input throughout the project.
We ask that you register for the event by close of business on Wednesday, June 24. Should you have any trouble registering for the event, please feel free to contact Peter Sorensen, psorensen@vhb.com.

Bike Newton Monthly Steering Committee Meeting
2020-06-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton’s monthly Steering Committee meeting. Public is invited to attend. Please email Brendan at brendan@bikenewton.org for Zoom link. 5:30pm-7:00pm.

Community Meeting on Extending Beacon Street Bike Lane
2020-06-24 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton invites the public to attend the following community meeting, on Zoom, Weds. June 24 5:30-7pm:
Overview: The City of Newton is planning to update the pavement markings on Beacon Street between Centre Street and Washington Street. The City is looking to incorporate a painted bike lanes on both sides of the street which would eliminate on-street parking in certain locations.
Project goal: 
Extend bike accommodations in Newton  Increase safety and comfort for all users  Decrease likelihood of crashes
Using paint and signage the project will: 
Extend bike lanes on both sides of Beacon Street  Maintain parking in high-demand areas (e.g. Waban Center, Four Corners, Cold Springs Park, Angier, Newton Centre approach)
Zoom Mtg Info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84272533389?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 842 7253 3389 Password: [REDACTED]
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Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbdyIR5teK
Contact: Nicole Freedman, Director of Transportation Planning, Nfreedman@newtonma.gov, (617) 879-8148.

Bike Newton Monthly Steering Committee Meeting
2020-05-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton’s monthly Steering Committee meeting. Public is invited to attend. Please email Brendan at brendan@bikenewton.org for Zoom invite. 7:00pm-8:30.

Bike Newton Monthly Steering Committee Meeting
2020-04-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MA
Bike Newton’s monthly Steering Committee meeting. Public is invited to attend. Please email brendan@bikenewton.org for Zoom invite! 7:00pm-8:30.

The 2019 Tour de Newton
2019-09-08 09:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | MA
“The Magical Mystery Tour Continues”
We had so much fun last year with the mysteries along the way and the rally at city hall. Tour de Newton 2019 will have routes starting in 4 villages – Newton Centre, West Newton, Newtonville and Waban + City Hall. All routes will rendezvous at Newton City Hall on Commonwealth Ave to celebrate. In addition, there will be a Petite Tour and Contra Tour leaving from City Hall. All routes will begin at 9AM and travel to several other villages, experience fun surprises, see hidden Newton treasures and then lead to an 11AM rally at Newton City Hall with all the riders. Return with ride leader to your start location to finish by 12:30PM. This year’s celebration, we are working on live musical entertainment and some bike equipment demos as well. Note: Landry’s Bicycles will be doing a free bike safety check for any rider from 9-11 a.m.!
Just for little kiddos: #BikeHappyKids bike rodeo for our not yet road ready cyclists.
Want to cycle? Pre-registration is required for all riders. Full Details.
Want to volunteer? Opportunities on the 4 cycling routes and/or at City Hall, see below.
Are you a vendor interested in promoting your gear or service? Contact us about setting up at City Hall.
TdN attracts 700+ riders and 80+ volunteers
BikeNewton.org is a 501c3 organization promoting bicycling as viable transportation in Newton. [IRS EIN: 80-0317410].
#BikeHappyKids BIKE RODEO! New last year #BikeHappyKids, our bike rodeo at Newton City Hall from 9AM-noon aimed at kiddos from 0 – 10 years. BikeHappyKids is for bicycle skills and street smarts, building confidence and having fun on balance bikes, adaptive bikes and all kinds of bicycles.

Group Bike Ride - Jazz Lunch @ Middle East
2019-08-17 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Star Market, 33 Austin Street, Newtonville, MA, 02460, United States
A nice ride along the Charles River and Western Ave to the Middle East Corner Bar in hip Central Square, Cambridge for lunch with live musical entertainment. No cover charge, and the menu is excellent and inexpensive; either American or Middle Eastern. Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St, in Newtonville, and we’ll leave promptly at 12 noon. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 13 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for any last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7059403

Taco Ride!
2019-08-04 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Join us for the first Bike Newton Taco Ride! We will start in Newtonville, do a 9 mile route toWatertown, along the Charles River to Waltham, then back to Newton, and hit four Mexican restaurants along the way: Ixtapa in Watertown Square, Taqueria Mexico and Paisano’s in Waltham, and La Tate in West Newton.
Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 5pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 9 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7386839

Tour de Newton Retro Ride
2019-07-28 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | MA
We’ll be following the course of the “Classic” Tour de Newton ride through all 13 villages (or most of them, anyhow!)
Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave promptly at 9:00 AM. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. About 20 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30419074

Group Ride - Verrill Farm Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
2019-07-20 08:30 - 12:00 UTC | Star Market, 33 Austin Street, Newtonville, MA, 02460, United States
We will bike down Route 117 through Waltham, Weston and Lincoln to the Blueberry Pancake Breakfast at the Verrill Farm in Concord – a special event to celebrate the blueberry harvest.
Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 8:30 AM. (A little earlier than usual to try to beat the heat.) This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 23 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6804096

Group Bike Ride - Allston / Asian Food Court
2019-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Newton Library, 330 Homer Street, Newton, MA , MA, 02459, United States
A trip to the Asian food court at Packards Corner in Allston though Brighton and Brookline for an exotic supper of your choice, and returning to Newton Center. Group may agree on additional exploration in the neighborhood. Advise bringing night equipment such as lights and reflective vest in case it is beginning to get dark when we return. Meet in front of the Newton Main library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave promptly at 6:00 pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 12 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes.
Approximate Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7059416

Bikes Not Bombs Bike-a-thon: Join the BikeNewton Team
2019-06-09 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130
Would you like to join Bike Newton’s Team for the 32nd Annual Bikes-Not-Bombs Bike-a-thon? The Ride takes place Sunday morning June 9th, starting and ending in Jamaica Plain. Also, registration is half-price ($15) until March 31. When you register, be sure to join the ”Bike Newton” team! 10, 30, 50 and 100 mile rides are available.
Full details for signing up at: https://bikesnotbombs.org/bike-a-thon.
The Bike-A-Thon is Bike Not Bombs largest community gathering and fundraiser of the year, with over 700 riders and volunteers! Bike-A-Thon participants like you are ambassadors of BNB’s mission to promote environmental sustainability and social justice, and all fundraising goes directly to making Bikes Not Bombs’ programs possible!
