May 13–17 is National Bike Week: Events
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May is National Bike Month and PTS has two events you’re invited to to celebrate!

Thursday, May 16 

Time: 9:00–10:30 a.m. 

Move Minneapolis is partnering with Hennepin County and Public Works – As You Go MPLS at the Commons Park in downtown Minneapolis on the morning of Thursday, May 16 for Celebrate Bike Week. We welcome city residents, bicycle commuters, recreational riders, and bikers of all abilities. Celebrate all types of biking, safe routes and infrastructure, free tune-ups and safety checks, scooter and e-Bike demos, and words from community and organization leaders. 

Full information 

Friday, May 17: 

Time: 7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

UMN Bike to (Anywhere) Day! Join PTS, the Office of Sustainability, and Boynton Health Pharmacy to celebrate Bike to Work Day and have a fun and healthy way to start your day. Make a quick pit stop for free safety checks, tune-ups, giveaways, food, and beverages while supplies last. You can even sign up for the ZAP! Rewards Program while you enjoy the freebies.

Locations

  • PTS at the U of M Bike Center (at Oak Street)
  • Donhowe Building at 15th Avenue SE
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