Ride of SIlence on Wed. 5/15

Ride of Silence is an international event that commemorates the loss of bicyclists' lives from traffic violence. There are rides at several locations in the Chicago area on Wednesday evening.

The Chicago ride starts at Daley Plaza in the Loop. Click here for info.

The Oak Lawn ride starts at the Metra station on 95th St.  Click here for info.

You can find other locations and information here.

No one deserves to die in a crash. Let's remember those who were lost in crashes. With more awareness and safer street designs, I hope that we have fewer deaths in future years.

95th St. railroad crossing construction/detour

I was trying to get to Oak Lawn this afternooon and made an annoying discovery. The railroad crossing at 2600 W. 95th St. is under construction, requiring a detour. Not sure of the planned completion date, but they've usually been finishing these within 1-2 weeks. Since they just finished doing the same thing on 87th St., I'm guessing they just started this one.

Oak Lawn bike and dine on 9/26

The Bike Psychos bike club of Oak Lawn is having a bike and dine progressive lunch/dinner from 1-5 pm on Saturday 9/26. Riders will meet at 12:45 at the Oak Lawn Village Green, 94th & Cook and leave at 1:00 to have appetizers at Baja Sol, salad at Jason's Deli, entree at Grassano's Pizza and dessert at Millie's Ice Cream. ($20 per rider - includes water and a soft drink. Other drinks available at additional cost.)

Registration deadline is TOMORROW 9/20. Helmets are required, and riders must be at least 18 years old. If you're interested, contact Debbie at dastof@sbcglobal.net