EcoFestival Schedule @ Middle Branch Park – April 22

Bike
to the EcoFestival:
Ride leaves 11:00 AM from the Winans
Trailhead (T2
on map
, directions at the bottom of this article)

Presentations:

Workshops:

Bands:

History of
the Gwynns Falls Trail

Performance
for Children

The
Hypnotic Panties

Herbal
Medicine: A Sustainable
Healthcare Option

Bike
Maintenance & Bike Commuting

Doug
Mattingly

Baltimore
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Peddling car-free, bike-friendly days for Baltimore

By Tom Dunkel
Sun reporter
Originally published April 2, 2006

Every Sunday, a 19th-century silence descends upon that mountain city. Some 75 miles of connecting streets are closed to traffic from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. As many as 2 million people pour forth to walk, cycle, Rollerblade, jog and simply socialize in communal peace.

No cars. No pollution. No gridlock. No roar of traffic.

"Ciclovia," as it’s known, is the world’s biggest block party, an urban transformation that borders on magical.

"It’s like everyone puts on a new suit of clothes," says Cantori.

A thought quickly ballooned in his brain: Why not export the idea to Maryland?

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Changing lives. One ride at a time – in Baltimore!

It’s true, bikes change lives… and communities and families too. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of BikeTown USA 2006. This year even more people will receive the gift of a bike and its life-changing powers.

To find out if you’re living in a BikeTown click on your state below, fill out the form and submit your essay. Remember, you’ll need to tell us how you would use a BikeTown bike to change your life.

If your essay is chosen, we’ll invite you to join us at the local Bike Town giveaway and get you on your way to experiencing the power of the pedal (and, having a little fun, too!).
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