The Olde Zoobomb Pyle is getting a new home(Photo © J. Maus)

Friday, May 29th
Pedalpalooza Kickoff Dance Party Construction and Clean Up Day
What more glorious way to spend a weekend than volunteering for a good cause?
The Pedalpalooza kickoff dance party (followed, per Portland tradition, by the world's largest World Naked Bike Ride) is on June [...]

"The transportation package passed today is the most environmentally progressive in Oregon’s history."-- From a statement by the Oregon Senate Democrats

The Oregon State Senate has voted in favor of House Bill 2001 by a margin of 24-6. The bill, which backers say will create 4,600 jobs a year, did not include any changes from [...]

As the work intensifies on Capitol Hill to re-write America's next surface transportation bill, the lobbying is heating up to make sure it includes more money for biking and walking.
As the prime pusher of pedaling in Congress, Rep. Earl Blumenauer will play an important role in making sure those who are writing the bill understand [...]

Jennifer Dederich of Portland Pedal Power, a co-operative delivery and promotional services company.(Photos © J. Maus)

Nearby residents Gregg Lavender and Nikki Kress steal a kiss in the middle of Alberta Street last night.- Slideshow below -(Photos © J. Maus)

Last night, warm weather and the onset of summer brought throngs of Portlanders out to enjoy their neighborhood and the riches of their City at the first carfree Last Thursday on Alberta. [...]

Over 120 volunteers are needed to make the Cirque du Cycling Criterium a success. Meet in front of the Laughing Planet Cafe (between Failing and Beech St on Mississippi Ave.) at the designated time for your volunteer position.
All volunteers get a free t-shirt, food and drink and a fun-filled day of bike activities.
REGISTER ONLINE to [...]

From volunteer coordinator Lily Karabaic:
This year the Pedalpalooza Kickoff Party/World Naked Bike Ride is predicted to be bigger than ever, and I need nearly 100 volunteers to make this event successful.
I'm still short about 20 positions, and the volunteer labor is vital to making the party run smoothly, safely, and allowing us to keep doing [...]

Want to be part of the team at an iconic local bike shop? Or how about a chance to volunteer for two great upcoming events?
Check out more info on our latest job listing and volunteer opportunities in the links below:

Sales Associate -- Bike Gallery
Volunteer -- Cirque du Cycling Criterium
Volunteer -- Pedalpalooza Kickoff Dance Party [...]

The official unveiling happens tomorrow, but I just came across the first photo of the new Zoobomb Pyle as it stands right now, fully installed, at the corner of 13th and W. Burnside.
Behold...

Artists Brian Borrello (L) and Vanessa Renwick (R) stand beside their work -- Portland's latest public art monument. (Photo: Kristin Calhoun/Regional Arts and [...]

The BTA is making a last ditch effort to fix HB 2001.

The Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) has sent out an action alert they hope will bring some much-needed change to the Governor's transportation package that passed the House yesterday.
House Bill 2001, which includes an $840 million list of earmarked highway projects, will be voted on [...]