cicLAvia, 2011

photo by: standardpixelWhat: CicLAvia
When: Sunday, October 9, 10am-3pm
Where: Los Angeles

In response to the congestion and pollution of the city streets in Bogota, Columbia, Ciclovías began there over thirty years ago in 1976.

Today they’re held every Sunday and Holidays—and they’re growing in popularity here as we become more concerned about the environment and take to biking which offers a healthy alternative to vehicular transportation.

For five hours this Sunday, the notorious streets of LA will be closed to motor traffic as CicLAvia makes them safe for people to walk, skate, play—and ride a bike.

Quickly becoming a bi-annual event—as shops and restaurants along the route open their doors to participants—seven and a half miles of streets were car-free for the 2010 event and this October new spurs in Chinatown and South LA will be added.

photo by: henryjose

Thanks to cristina, store manager west hollywood, for this submission.

bike the drive, 2011

photo by: CGAphotoWhat: Bike the Drive
When: Sunday, May 29
Where: Lake Shore Drive, Chicago

One day of every year since 2002, Lake Shore Drive is closed to motor vehicle traffic and open only to cyclists for 30 miles—15 north of downtown, and 15 south—from 5:30 to 9:45am.

Take advantage of the situation and get prepped—and don’t forget registration is required to bike the scenic and historic route.

Bonus? Proceeds from the ride help the Active Transportation Alliance to continue improving bike lanes, walking paths and transit in the region. So besides enjoying the festival in Grant Park, it’s for a good cause.

planting saplings, 2011

photo courtesy of: american forests.org We’re not sure how many trees technically make a woodland a forest, but we think we’re off to a healthy start.

As a result of everyone’s purchases made on April 22, 2500 saplings will be planted in honor of Earth Day 2011.

We dig all who participated—and a big, huge ‘Thank You’ to American Forests for doing all the dirty work.

bike to work week, 2011

Who: The League of American Bicyclists
What: Bike to Work Week, 2011
When: May 16-20, 2011

This is the official site for National Bike Month this month so check the events section often to see what ‘bike month’ and ‘bike to work week’ events are going on in your community.

Use the League’s step-by-step guide on how to get started organizing and promoting a bike to work event, and post your event on their website.

Safe and happy trails!

dwell on design, 2010

What: Dwell on Design
When: Friday, June 25th open to the trade only
             Saturday and Sunday, June 26 and 27th open to everyone
Where: The LA Convention Center
Who: 175+ exhibitors

Dwell on Design, 2009

CB2 is proud to be a Supporting Sponsor of Dwell magazine’s third annual Dwell on Design, the west coast’s largest modern design event, which will take place at the Los Angeles Convention Center on June 25-27.

Over the weekend, featured seminars, key-note speakers and over 175 exhibitors will be focused on sustainable innovations for the home.

Dwell editors will talk with community leaders, builders, designers, artists, architects, crafts- men and entrepreneurs on topics ranging from future-thinking about developing successful design, sustainability, urban density, design in the media, affordability and efficiency, green entrepreneurship, historic preservation, the intersection of architecture and art direction, and the growing convergence of design and food.

Curated for a design conscious audience, exhibitors will showcase the newest pre-fab home options and smart building materials. Special areas will be Dwell Outdoor and The Modern Family which promotes the creativity and originality behind modern design—with a multitude of hands-on activities and displays geared towards children of all ages.

Off-site, self-guided tours of an exclusive collection of must-see homes in the Los Angeles area include a Westside “Surf & Turf” and an Eastside “Hills & Hipsters” tour. Both are expected to sell out so be sure to log-on for tickets as soon as possible.

Sign up to receive on-the-spot tweets via CB2weho and watch for Marta, Director of CB2, who’ll be serving as a panelist during the conference. Also, stop by the CB2 booth to get a first look at highlights of our new fall collection and pick up a certificate good for $15 off an in-store purchase.