Posts by Jacob VanSickle
Driving in Lakewood? Know What to Do
Learning to drive is a big step toward independence. But driving in a city like Lakewood means sharing the road with more than just other cars. You’ll encounter people walking across the street, bicyclists using bike lanes and travel lanes, buses stopping for passengers, pedestrians in crosswalks, and intersections where several different road users are…
Read MoreBring a Bike Lakewood Group Ride to Your School
On September 17, 2026, 31 Roosevelt Elementary students, family members, Bike Lakewood volunteers, and Lakewood neighborhood police officers came together for an afternoon of bike safety and group riding. After a safety lesson and a practice ride through the neighborhood, the group rode together to Madison Park, where the Roosevelt PTA had popsicles waiting for us. It…
Read MoreApply to Serve on Bike Cleveland’s Board
As a membership-based advocacy organization, Bike Cleveland depends on the guidance of committed volunteers who will take leadership positions on our Board of Directors. As a Board Member, you will ensure that Bike Cleveland remains true to our mission of creating a region that is sustainable, connected, healthy, and vibrant by promoting bicycling and advocating…
Read MoreFall Hike & Bike Week – Sept. 21-25
Fall Hike & Bike Week is September 21–25, 2026! Organized by Bike Lakewood, the City of Lakewood, and Lakewood City Schools, this citywide event encourages students and families to walk and bike to school—not just during Hike & Bike Week, but as a regular part of getting to school. For students who already walk or bike,…
Read MoreRoosevelt Group Bike Ride to Madison Park
On Thursday, September 17, Roosevelt students and their families are invited to take part in a group bike ride from Roosevelt Elementary to Madison Park. We’ll meet at the main entrance of Roosevelt at 3:15 p.m., go over some important bike safety tips, and then ride together to the park. This free event is being…
Read MoreReady to Drive? Learn to Share the Road
If you’ve spent any time on Lakewood’s streets lately, you’ve probably noticed things are changing: new bike lanes, updated intersections, and more people choosing to walk or bike for everyday trips. With those changes can come uncertainty—especially for new and soon-to-be drivers who are still learning how to navigate real-world situations behind the wheel. Questions…
Read MoreCleveland E-Bike Rebate Program
The City of Cleveland and Bike Cleveland are launching the Pilot Cleveland E-Bike Rebate Program to help Cleveland residents make electric bicycles more affordable. Beginning September 1, 2026, eligible Cleveland residents can apply for one of 100 rebates to help purchase a new e-bike from a participating local bike shop. E-bikes can make it easier…
Read MoreBike GardenWalk 2026
Bike Cleveland is proud to partner with GardenWalk Cleveland for the 2026 GardenWalk taking place July 11th and 12th from 10am-5pm. As part of our partnership we’ve be created a series of curated route maps for touring 2026 garden locations by bike. GardenWalk Cleveland is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that offers free, self-guided tour of…
Read MoreAction Alert: Parking Benefits Fund
Take Action: Tell Cleveland City Council to Support the Parking Benefits Fund Cleveland has an opportunity to make our neighborhoods safer, more accessible, and more connected, but we need your help to make it happen. New records retrieved by Cleveland.com found that the City of Cleveland brought in $1.17 million in just 4 months under…
Read MoreHiring: Education Assistant
Bike Cleveland is seeking a Part-Time Education Assistant to support hands-on bicycle education and community programming across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, youth engagement, and creating healthier, more connected communities through active transportation. The Education Assistant will work closely with Bike Cleveland’s Education Director to help…
Read MoreHiring: Education Assistant
Bike Cleveland is seeking a Part-Time Education Assistant to support hands-on bicycle education and community programming across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, youth engagement, and creating healthier, more connected communities through active transportation. The Education Assistant will work closely with Bike Cleveland’s Education Director to help…
Read MoreHiring: Advocacy Manager
We’re excited to announce that this position has been filled. You can learn about our new advocacy manager, Tommy Oddo, here. Bike Cleveland is in search of an Advocacy Manager to develop and win support for key biking and walking infrastructure improvements across Greater Cleveland. This is a unique opportunity for someone who believes streets…
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