If you work from home, or have a work schedule that is flexible, the Bikes In the School (BITS) program and an eager kid could use you. There is an immediate need for volunteers at Samuel Tucker Elementary School, in Alexandria's West End. Future needs this fall for six other schools will be announced when they … Continue reading Bike education volunteers needed on weekday mornings
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Annual holiday lights ride + walk returns for another year
On Friday, December 16, and Saturday, December 17, BPAC teamed up with the Alexandria SpokesWomen for our twelfth annual Alexandria holiday lights ride + walk. By bike and on foot, we admired the holiday decorations and festive lights in the Del Ray neighborhood. The creativity displayed on “Christmas Card Lane” on E. Luray drew “oohs” … Continue reading Annual holiday lights ride + walk returns for another year
BPAC hosts presidential history walk
BPAC kicked off Independence Day by organizing a presidential history walk on Monday, July 4. On a sunny summer morning, about 50 people -- and two special canine guests -- gathered for a walk around Old Town Alexandria to visit places associated with U.S. presidents. During the tour, we discussed the time that Thomas Jefferson … Continue reading BPAC hosts presidential history walk
BPAC co-hosts annual holiday lights ride + walk
On December 17-18, BPAC teamed up with the Alexandria SpokesWomen to host the eleventh annual Alexandria holiday lights ride + walk. On our walking and biking tours, we admired the twinkly lights, festive decorations, and amazing creativity of Del Ray's residents. "Christmas Card Lane" on E. Luray Avenue was a particular hit. We also went … Continue reading BPAC co-hosts annual holiday lights ride + walk
BITS – Empowering Students Through Biking
Reprinted with permission from ACPS Express, http://www.acpsk12.org/news/?p=17975: Learning how to ride a bike has long been a rite of passage for young people, giving them a sense of accomplishment and freedom. The Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Bicycles in the Schools program (BITS) provides that opportunity for ACPS students; many of whom do not have … Continue reading BITS – Empowering Students Through Biking
Alexandria Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee 
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