Newsroom
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Contact: Shannon Whalen McDaniel 703-228-3685 (voice) 703-228-4711(TTY)
National Bike Month in Arlington: Riding for Work, Fun
- Bike to Work Day Friday, May 21
- Bike DC Community Ride Sunday, May 23
- Showcase for Arlington's and the region's great trails
ARLINGTON, VA -- Arlington residents and commuters are invited to celebrate National Bike Month with Bike to Work Day on May 21, nd Bike DC, the Washington, D.C. and Arlington County Community Bike ride on May 23. The County's BikeArlington initiative is joining with regional partners during May to highlight the benefits of bicycling and showcase our region's world class trails.
Join thousands of other area commuters and celebrate bicycling a a fun, healthy and environmentally friendly way to get to work. Meet up with BikeArlington and fellow cyclists at one of three Arlington pit shops for free food, drink and prizes. Register on-line for Bike to Work Day.
WHEN:
- Friday, May 21, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
WHERE:
- Ballston Pit Stop: Conte's Bike Shop, 3924 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA
- Rosslyn Pit Stop: Rosslyn Gateway Park, Arlington, VA
- Crystal City Water Park Pit Stop: Crystal City Water Park, Crystal Dr. between 15th and 18th Sts.
Bike DC: The Washington and Arlington Community Bike Ride
This 19-mile community ride down car-free streets starts on Pennsylvania Avenue and ends with a celebration in Arlington's Crystal City District. Riders must register. Festivities are open to all. See the complete BikeDC event schedule.
WHEN:
- Sunday, May 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE:
- Starting Line: 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., 15th St. and Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC
- Finish Line Celebration: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Crystal Drive and 22nd St., Crystal City, Arlington, VA
Arlington, Va., is a world-class residential, business and tourist location that was originally part of the "10 miles square" parcel of land surveyed in 1791 to be the Nation's Capital. It is the geographically smallest self-governing county in the United States, occupying slightly less than 26 square miles. Arlington maintains a rich variety of stable neighborhoods, quality schools and enlightened land use, and received the Environmental Protection Agency's highest award for "Smart Growth" in 2002. Home to some of the most influential organizations in the world - including the Pentagon - Arlington stands out as one of America's preeminent places to live, visit and do business.
