Also, the FMCBW will be closed from Dec. 23 to Dec. 29.  we will be reopening for service on Sunday, Dec. 30 at 2 PM.

The Aquarium will be hosting a dance party on Dec. 6th and KNDS Friday Night Frequency DJ’s will be providing the jams!  It’s a 21+ show and the cover is a mere $3.  Best of all, you’ll be helping the FM Community Bike Workshop continue our work of reclaiming and distributing used bikes in the Fargo-Moorhead area.

See you there!

Volunteer Night: Monday 6-9 PM

Open Shop: Tuesday and Thursday 6-9 PM

Sunday 2-5 PM

We’ll keep you posted as to when Women Only Night will resume.

Have a Great Day!

“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.”

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.

2ndArtinActionsubmissionform

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

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.

24 hours of ridiculous fun and cyclists camaraderie.

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!