Come join us for our first-ever Fairhaven Bike & Brew as we visit the Fairhaven Old-Time Holiday! On this short social group bike ride for all ages hosted by the Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee, we’ll explore Fairhaven’s bike-friendly streets and stop for a few treats.

We’ll meet in the Fort Phoenix parking lot near the tennis courts on Saturday December 9 at noon, ride through the center of town, stop for some warming beverages & bites at Traveler’s Alehouse, and conclude back at Fort Phoenix by 3pm. You’re welcome to join for some or all of the ride & the full itinerary is below.

Will it be chilly? Probably! Hats & gloves are encouraged & we’ll make several stops to warm ourselves with holiday cheer (and also hot chocolate).

Please invite your friends, family & neighbors (non-Fairhaven residents welcome), and let us know if you have any questions!

Full itinerary (times estimated):

Noon – Meet at Fort Phoenix
12:10-12:15 – Welcome & depart for Northeast Marine Institute (32 Washington)
12:25 – Arrive at NMI’s Santa’s Sweet Shop
12:40 – Depart for Unitarian Memorial Church (102 Green)
12:50 – Arrive at Unitarian Church Holiday Marketplace
1:15 – Depart for Traveler’s Alehouse (111 Huttleston Ave)
1:30-2:30 – Traveler’s Alehouse
2:30 – Depart for Fort Phoenix (riders welcome to depart on their own straight from TA)
2:45 – Arrive & conclude at Fort Phoenix

A few reminders: Riders under 17 must wear a helmet. At each stop, riders are responsible for their own bikes.

More details on the Fairhaven Old Time Holiday: https://fairhaventours.com/old-time-holiday/

Earlier in the week while walking my dog I came a cross, Nicholas.
Nick hails from Southern California. He flew to Nova Scotia, Canada and rode south through Main, New Hampshire, Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. There he began his loop back north through Coastal Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

I met him on the MUP near my home and hailed him to stop and chat. He was befuddled asking “do you always stop people bike touring?” “Yes, I responded. I toured for many years and am always keen to hear the riders stories.”

Nick was on his way to Provincetown on outer Cape Cod. I gave him the directions to get over the Bourne Bridge and rt 6A to Ptown. He will then take a bus to Boston and fly back to California.

Years ago I would have been envious. Now at my age, no more. But I do like meeting adventure cyclists.

Event by New Bedford Starchasers and Juli Lynn Smae
Co-Creative Center New Bedford
Duration: 4 hr
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Cranksgiving returns Saturday 11.18.2023 12-4PM at Co+Creative Center, 137 Union Street, New Bedford.
There are three ways to get involved this year! Join the group ride, drop-off non-perishable food items, or Venmo a donation to @newbedfordstarchasers
Cranksgiving New Bedford is a bicycle-powered food drive to collect food for people in need this holiday season. To join the approximately 9-mile group ride, all you need is a bike, a bag or trailer, and at least $20 to buy items to donate. All items collected will be distributed through the South Coast LGBTQ+ Network.
Meet-up at 12PM. Launch at 12:30PM. Prizes will be awarded for best costume, most cargo carried, and more! This event is free, open to the public, and cosmically inclusive! No pre-registration is required

Friday October 27

Fall River Bike Full Moon Ride on the East Bay Bike Path

2022 October Full Moon Video

Hi folks, 

Well it looks like we’ll have good weather for our Full Hunter’s Moon (A.K.A. Harvest Moon)  Ride on Saturday 10/28/23.  Moonrise is at 5:38PM so we will get to see the moon during most of the ride.

The Details:

Date: Saturday 10/28/23. 

Location:  EBBP off Rt 103 near Del’s Lemonade. 

Set you GPS to 65 Child St. Warren R.I.

Time: 

Arrive: 5:00PM 

Departure: 5:10PM promptly 

Sunset: 5:45PM

Moonrise:  5:38PM

Distance is flexible. 

Rain or high winds cancels the ride. 

We will ride to Bristol to enjoy the sunset at Colt’s State Park.  We will then return to the parking lot.  That’s around 10 miles.  Those who wish to will continue toward Providence till we decide to turn around. 

Turn around point could be as far as India Point Park unless we decide to turn around sooner (or later). 

That’s around 30 or 32 miles roundtrip.

Other routes are also possible. 

Bikes should have adequate lighting. 

If you have a second headlight as a backup it might come in handy if the first one goes out. 

Bring water, snacks, cameras and anything else you might want or need.

Saturday October 28

New Bedford Starchasers “Operation Hallowheels.”

2022 Hallowheels Video

Get ready for a spine-tingling, ectoplasm-busting adventure that will send shivers down your spine! Operation Hallowheels is back by popular demand and is set to take place on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The paranormal pedal begins at the Co+Creative Center (137 Union Street, New Bedford) and ends at Play Arcade (34 Union Street, New Bedford). Join us for 8-10 miles of supernatural cycling, flying at the speed of funk!

But that’s not all! After the ride, we’re in for an evening of chilling fun. From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, join us on the roof of Play Arcade for a ghostly movie screening under the stars. Be sure to have your picture taken with the Ghostbusters. And the spooky festivities don’t stop there! Everyone is cordially invited back to the Co+Creative Center for a special Halloween-themed Body Body Body, presented by New Moon Dance Party, from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Dance the night away to otherworldly beats in your best Halloween attire!

This event is open to the public, and we welcome creatures of all dimensions to join the fun. In the spirit of the season, costumes are required, so don your finest ghostbusting gear, ghoulish garb, or supernatural style. While the event is free for all to enjoy, donations of $5 to $10 are gratefully accepted to support future cosmic endeavors.

Operation Hallowheels promises to be a frightfully fantastic experience for all ages. Don’t miss out on this otherworldly adventure that’s sure to be the highlight of your Halloween season!

For more information, please visit our Instagram @newbedfordstarchasers or contact newbedfordstarchasers@gmail.com for inquiries and media requests.

Hi folks, 

Well will have our Full Harvest Super Moon (A.K.A. Corn Moon) on Friday.  As Friday and  Saturday are supposed to be rainy we will have our Sunset/Moonlight ride on the East Bay Bike Path on Sunday 10/1/23.    Moonrise is at 7:40PM so we will get to see the moon during most of the ride.

The Details:

Date: Sunday 10/2/23. 

Location:  EBBP off Rt 103 near Del’s Lemonade. 

Set you GPS to 65 Child St. Warren R.I.

Time: 

Arrive: 5:30PM 

Departure: 5:45PM promptly 

Sunset: 6:27PM

Moonrise:  7:40PM

Distance is flexible. 

Rain or high winds cancels the ride. 

We will ride to Bristol to enjoy the sunset at Colt’s State Park.  We will then return to the parking lot.  That’s around 10 miles.  Those who wish to will continue toward Providence till we decide to turn around. 

Turn around point could be as far as India Point Park unless we decide to turn around sooner (or later). 

That’s around 30 or 32 miles round trip.

Other routes are also possible. 

Bikes should have adequate lighting. 

If you have a second headlight as a backup it might come in handy if the first one goes out. 

Bring water, snacks, cameras and anything else you might want or need. 

Come on down. I hope to see you there! 

I was asked to lead a group of out of town riders on the Tour de Creme route. Six of us took our time stopping often for photo ops and “just because” things. A seventh late arriving rider tried to chase us down without realizing that I started by deviating from the original route, doing the last loop first. He did finally cross paths with us, but decided not to re ride the fifteen miles he just finished.

I was also invited to join and document a wonderful Full Blue Moon ride in beautiful Newport, R.I. on Wednesday. However, I chose to go to the New England Revolution game at Gillette Stadium to witness the home team beat the NY Redbulls. It was a vexing conundrum but I chose the correct event for me. I’m more of a footie fan than biking.

Wednesday, August 30 · 6:15 – 9pm EDT

We’ll gather at Equality Park in downtown Newport, and once we get to King’s Park our coastal route will bring us past scenic harbor, bay, and ocean views – lit first by the setting sun, and then by the rising moon.

CLICK HERE for all the info

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Friday, September 1, 10: AM

Meet at Depot St Parking Lot in Mattapoisett

Set GPS for 7 Depot St.

A 25 mile casual road ride following the Tour de Creme Rt. with three ice cream shops

A casual bike ride on combined path and quiet streets. Leader John Foster has offered to lead this beautiful, scenic ride on the Phoenix Bike path, West Island, and the full Mattapoisett bike path.

The Route Is a 20+ mile no drop ride. Average speed will be 10-12 mph.

When: Thursday, August 17, 2023

Where: Meet at Ft. Phoenix, Fairhaven.

Time: Gather at 10 AM Wheels up at 10:15

Questions: call me 508-965-1216. Before or day of the ride.

Here is a preview of much of the route. (not exact, but close enough).