If you’re a Richmond “bikie” you’re probably already aware of the forum being held Thursday evening, Sept. 28, 6-8 PM, at the Science Museum of Virginia. Co-sponsored by Partnership for Smarter Growth and Sportsbackers, it results from a recent field trip to Washington DC, to tour that region’s bike infrastructure.

How will we make Richmond as bike-friendly as our nation’s capital? That’s the topic of the forum: “A Look into the Richmond Region’s Bike Future”

Whether or not you come to the forum, watch the video from the trip. (Above.)

Two more events will follow:

• Thursday, Oct. 24: Gulak Memorial Lecture featuring Jeff Speck, author of Walkable City: How Downtown Can Save America One Step at a Time, co-sponsored by VCU, VCU Student Commons, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 14: River City Saunter featuring Harriet Tregoning, Director of the Washington, D.C. Office of Planning

This premiere is sold out. (Did you think it wouldn’t be?) Stay tuned for more opportunities to see BikeSwell, including on YouTube. Read more at ARLnow.

From Arlington BAC Vice Chair Megan Jones:

“Wanted to let you know about an event Bike Arlington and the Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee are having on October 10th at the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse. It is THE movie event of the year — the world-premiere screening of BikeSwell — Smart Movement in Arlington, Virginia — followed by a panel discussion by some of the area cycling experts. Details are below.

At the event, we will have info tables set-up to share information for local cycling groups, clubs, BAC’s, etc. to share information. I invite you to bring whatever handouts or event flyers you have for your organization to place on this table. If you send a representative, we’ll also have name tags available for folks to identify themselves as being part of your group. We are hoping to attract cyclists (newbies and veterans) from all around the DC area so this is a great opportunity to help increase awareness of your group and any of your upcoming events or advocacy efforts.

Tickets are free of charge (with a $5 suggested donation going to Phoenix Bikes) and are available here at: http://bikeswellmovie.eventbrite.com/

Also, please feel free to spread the word about this event! I look forward to seeing you there.”

BikeArlington, in partnership with the Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee, presents the “bike-umentary” of the year: BikeSwell — Smart Movement in Arlington, Virginia.

This film features local bike advocacy rock stars and highlights the triumphs and tribulations of making Arlington a premiere bicycle friendly community. The feature presentation will be followed by a panel discussion so you can learn more from some of the people involved in Arlington’s “Smart Movement”:

•Chris Eatough (Panel Moderator) – BikeArlington Program Manager
•Jason Berry – Director, Gripped Films
•Mark Blacknell – President of the Board, Washington Area Bicyclist Association
•Gillian Burgess – Founder, KidicalMass Arlington
•Edgar Gil Rico – League Certified Instructor, Hispanic Marketing Specialist
•Jakob Wolf-Barnett – Chair, Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee

Thursday, October 10, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Arlington Cinema ‘N’ Drafthouse 2903 Columbia Pike Arlington, VA 22204

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2013 Heart of Virginia poster – click to download a printable PDF.

The Richmond Area Bicycling Association (RABA) invites cyclists of all ability levels to participate in the Heart of Virginia Bike Festival. Register for the Bon Secours Richmond Health System Century (101 Miles), Metric Century (62 Miles), Half Metric (31 Miles) or Family Rides (10 Miles).

Presented by RABA and FLARE (Frog Level Amateur Radio Enthusiasts), the event will take place on September 14 at the historic Hanover County Courthouse. All distances are $45 (RABA Members $40). Register before August 31 – the price goes up to $55.

Enjoy the scenic landscapes of Hanover and Caroline Counties, and enjoy refreshment at one of the four fully stocked rest stops. SAG support will be available along with mechanics to assist with flats and bike safety checks. Upon your arrival back at the Hanover Courthouse finish line, Alamo BBQ lunch, live entertainment, and many tired, happy riders await you! Your participation in this event helps support RABA projects such as its “Bikes for Kids” and FLARE to provide emergency communications for some of the area localities!

Walk up registration will be available for $65. Our volunteers work hard to make this one of the most affordable and enjoyable bicycle events in the region. Pick up your packet Friday, September 13 at  Carytown Bicycle Co. 3112 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221 between 5 pm to 8 pm, or Saturday morning starting at 6:30 am. We hope you will join us!

Come howl at the moon and celebrate the joy of cycling at night! The Anthem Moonlight Ride is presented by Richmond’s Sportsbackers, and sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield, along with VCU Medical Center.

The ride begins on Saturday, August 17 at 8pm, with two course options, an 8-mile “Half Moon” course, and a 17-mile “Full Moon” course, both through downtown Richmond.  Also featured are the Blue Moon costume and tacky light contest, Agee’s after-ride party with pizza, ice cream, and soft drink or Blue Moon beer, and live music by The Good Birds.  Proceeds will benefit BikeWalk RVA.

For more information and to register, see SportsBackers’ event page and the Moonlight Ride Facebook Page.