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Bike to Work Celebration on Thursday (Energizer Station Mapped Here)

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Local bike advocacy groups and city officials will set up special stations around the East Bay on Thursday morning to encourage riders of all stripes to leave the cars at home for . 

At each, cyclists will find free snacks and refreshments. 

Stop by to get a bag of bike-friendly goodies courtesy of the East Bay Bike Coalition and "Bike to Work" sponsors. In Albany, there will be an energizer station at Marin Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway from 7-9 a.m. ().

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From of the Albany Strollers & Rollers: "Remember that one of the best things you can do to help kids get more exercise is to get out and set a good example, or better yet, ride with them on their way to school if you can! I'll see you out there!"

Throughout the week, there will be a range of bike activities in Albany and nearby. .

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CORRECTION: The East Bay Bike Coalition originally listed multiple stations in Albany for Bike to Work Day. There was only one. This notice has been updated to reflect that.

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