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Join the MTA as they partner up for Smart Commute 2008.
Smart Commute will take place May 11-18, 2008, in Flint, Michigan, with many events planned for the week.
Smart Commute encourages people to use alternative modes of transportation to get to work, school or to run errands; instead of driving a car, try bicycling, walking, carpooling or public transit! The initiative is lead by the Safe and Active Flint (SAF) Coalition. Anyone who commutes to or in Flint is encouraged to participate in Smart Commute events.
Below, is a list of fun filled events taking place the week of May 11th:
Sunday, May 11th-Get Geared Up
Dust off your bicycle and join the Friends of Flint River Trail at 1 p.m. at the Flint Farmer's Market to learn about basic bicycle repair. Then, at 2 p.m. enjoy a Sunday ride along the Flint River Trail.
Monday, May 12th -Smart Commute Information Fair
Drop by the U of M Pavilion on your lunch break from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to learn about how you can incorporate Smart Commuting into your lifestyle and get fantastic information on bicycling, local trails, ridesharing, recycling and more.
Friday, May 16th-Trail and Treats Ride
Unable to Smart Commute to work? Bring your bicycle and join us at noon at the Flint Farmer's Market to embark on a fun-filled lunchtime ride. Don't think you have time to ride and eat your lunch? Not to worry; there will be stations throughout the ride that will provide food and drinks.
Sunday, May 18th-"What's Up Downtown Bicycle Tour"
Get off of the tour bus! Meet at the Flint Farmer's Market at 2 p.m. to explore historic downtown Flint on your bicycle; sponsored in conjunction with Friends of the Flint River Trail.
For additional information on Smart Commute, please contact Polly Sheppard, local coordinator for the Safe and Active Flint Coalition at : psheppard@flint.org or call
(810) 235-7894.