Fargo Brewing Company will be able to help you quench your thirst. Cheers to the fine Brewers for their generous, tasty donation.
“Stone’s Throw (ABV 4.5%)A deep copper colored brew and a higher level of unfermented sugars create a rich mouthfeel and malty flavors and aromas. Overall hop character is low, light floral or herbal, allowing its signature malt profile to be the highlight.”
Our friends at the Red Raven Espresso Parlor, have some of our donated art pieces on view through Thursday. Swing in for a cup of joe and check out some of the items that will be up for bid on Friday!
They do exist...by Emily Swedberg
bike purse by WilliNilli
upcycled his and hers jewellery by Jennie Thoreson
functional bicycle kitsch by Molly McClain
bike modeled by the talented Jen
This bicycle began its life in the early 1960’s as a Hawthorne 3-speed. Hawthorne
was the house brand of the historic American mail order/department store retailer
Montgomery Wards.A time when one could buy a quality bicycle
from a department store.
The Hawthorne has been with the FMCBW since our first location on north
University Drive. However, with each move more and more of the original parts
were lost. Rather than relegate this beautiful lugged, English-made, steel frame to
recycling we decided on a full FMCBW customization.
Frame was stripped to bare metal and powder coated
Bottom bracket shell was chased and faced for a modern sealed-bearing
bottom bracket
Mirror-polished crankset with Surly stainless steel chain ring.
Hand-built All City/Sun Rims/DT Swiss wheel set
Flip-Flop hub: ride fixed or free!
Civia bamboo fenders
Michelin tires
WTB saddle
Many other new parts
bamboo fender close up
This bicycle is truly one of a kind. Own a piece of history and support the FMCBW! The Hawthorne will be up for silent auction, this Friday at Art in Action.
Get excited.
Get your chain greased.
Get your wallet ready.
Get your art viewing stance ready to go…
It’s time for the 2nd Art in Action, a benefit for the FM Community Bicycle Workshop, your volunteer run, DIY bicycle repair shop.
Great Northern Bicycle Company hosts, Fargo Beer Company will be on hand, Clock Tower cafe will boast some tasty treats, Gold Sprints provided by GNBC, and crafts for kids. PLUS, you’ll have the opportunity to bid on original artwork, handcrafted bike accessories and creative efforts that pays homage to the freedom machine.
Dig bikes?
Want to meet fellow cyclists?
Need some new art for your walls?
Thirsty for a beer?
Want to support pedal power for the people?
Come pedal over to 425 Broadway, have fun and support a great organization.
The FMCBW is hosting it’s 2nd annual ‘Art in Action’ fundraising event. Please share your talents and support with the FMCBW by submitting a bicycle inspired work of art. Functional cycling accessories or crafts also accepted.
Submission Requirements:
We are looking for original artwork, handcrafted bike accessories and general creative efforts that pays homage to the freedom machine in some fashion.
Either/or: features a bike as the subject or inspiration for creation
Either/or: is made from reclaimed or re-purposed bicycle parts
Either/or: is a functional item for cyclists
Either/or: utilizes ideals from the FMCBW’s mission: diversity, self empowerment, environmental responsibility.
When to submit artwork:
Submissions will be accepted between April 1st and May 1st.
Deadline to submit artwork is Tuesday, May 1st by 9pm.
Can’t make the deadline? Contact our volunteer art coordinator:
sara(at)fmbikeworkshop.org or call 701-261-9417
Drop-off locations:
FM Community Bicycle Workshop
209 NP Ave. Fargo, ND 58102 701.478.4021
open shop hours: Mondays Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6-9pm or Sundays:2-5pm
-or-
Red Raven Espresso Parlor
916 Main Ave. Fargo, ND 58102 701.478.7337
open shop hours:
Monday-Friday 9am – 11pm, Saturdays:10am-11pm, Sundays: 11am-11pm
We will be having bike sales on Saturday September 3rd and Saturday September 10th from Noon to 5pm at our shop (209 NP Avenue, Fargo) to clear out some of our fundraiser bike inventory! Stop by for great deals on bikes!
Our fundraiser bikes are previously owned bicycles that have been lovingly overhauled by our volunteers (and checked for safety by an expert mechanic) and are available for purchase. Even better, all of the proceeds go to pay our rent, utlities, and other bills so if you purchase a bike you get the added benefit of helping us continue to be an awesome resource for the community. That is what the cools kids call a “win-win situation”.
Speaking of win-win situations, if you don’t find a bike that suits you at our sale you can always participate in our work-trade program where just 5 hours of volunteer work get you a bicycle to overhaul and take home! No cost! Open to everybody! So, not only do you get a bike but also hands on bike mechanic training you ALSO get to to help us provide service to other patrons! That is, like, win-win-win. At least.
Hope to see you in the shop.
More fun than you can shake a wrench at! Stop by for a bit (or the whole darn thing!)
We encourage you to bring:
a t-shirt to get greasy and screen printed!
a suggested donation of $5-10 (or see our website for material donations we are in need of! www.fmbikeworkshop.org)
a treat to share (ongoing snack potluck)
Friday:
7pm. Kick off wrench-a-thon: (Spin the task wheel to get started!)
9pm: KABOOM RAWR! FMCBW’s first live performance.
11pm: Recycle Off! (place your bets to see who can strip a bike the fastest.)
Saturday:
Midnight: Dance Party
2am: Bike movies & crafting (Screen Printing round 1)
4am: Bike Derby
6am: Spin the task wheel for assignment.
8am:Yoga for Cyclists
9am: Bike Breakfast!
10am: Kid Stuff! (Seed cups, spoke card creation, up-cycled jewelery)
noon: Screen Printing (round 2)
2pm: Volunteer Training! (2-4:30)
5pm: recycle off (lay your bets, round 2) (kid bike build)
6pm: Polo mallet demo
7pm: Screen Printing round 3, drawing for prizes , and naptime.
Ongoing:
Potluck
Bike Sale
Lots of caffeine!
Saturday, August 13th: 12:00—5:00 PM
FM Pride in the Park at Rheault Farm in Fargo—all ages!
We will be providing valet parking for cyclists. Lots of great events being put on by the collective, check there schedule here.
August 18th: Bike Jamboree at Plains Art Museum 5pm til after dark!
An evening of creative, cycling endeavors that we will be helping with in coll
aboration with the Plains Art Museum, and Great Northern Bicycle Company. Details here.
The FMCBW will be roaming the course to fix any flats or problem solve any roadside issue. Visit our table in Davy Memorial Park for some hands on activities!
Friday, May 6th from 6-8pm and again on Saturday, May 7th from 2-4pm. Volunteer Orientation reviews our structure and programming so you get the answers to your ‘who, what, when, where, and why” questions.
Tour de shop to orientate yourself to our digs!
Finally, we round it out with an introductory mechanics lesson.
No experience necessary. Be prepared to get a little greasy!
Bike Valet and Music at the HODO May 12th.Bike away from work and join us at the HODO for some great music with Brooks West and our bud Shane Maland with Little Winter Opening. $5 Suggested Donation.
At Robert Asp Elementary. During this event the school grounds will be opened up for families to come out and play. There will be areas for biking, skating, taking part in a fitness class, trying out a fun new sport, and more!
This event is free and open to the public. For more information visit
www.fmstreetsalive.org
Celebrate your freedom machine by riding it!
1. Follow the Rules of the Road
• Ride with traffic and obey the same laws as motorists.
• Use the rightmost lane that heads in the direction
that you are traveling.
• Obey all traffic control devices, such as stop signs,
lights, and lane markings.
• Always look back and use hand and arm signals
to indicate your intention to stop, merge or turn.
2. Be Visible
• Ride where drivers can see you.
• Wear brightly colored clothing at all times.
• At night, use a white front light and red rear light
or reflector. Wear reflective tape or clothing.
3. Be Predictable
• Ride in a straight line and don’t swerve between
parked cars.
• Make eye contact with motorists to let them
know you are there.
• Do not ride on the sidewalk.
4. Anticipate Conflicts
• Be aware of traffic around you and be prepared
to take evasive action.
• Learn braking and turning techniques to
avoid crashes.
• Be extra alert at intersections.
5. Wear a Helmet
• Make sure that the helmet fits on top of your
head, not tipped back or forward.
• After a crash or any impact that affects your
helmet, visible or not, replace it immediately.
