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Hello Friends! Jörg is always hungry, and we all want to go out for a nice walk. This weekend, we can kill 2 birds with one stone! There is an ostrich farm (Straußenfarm, ferme d'autruches) in Contern, and this weekend they are open to the public for the "Straussefest", Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 7pm. We're going to start in Contern near the "Hall Sportif" and do the "Guttland Trail Contern" with a little extension into the Dalheim forest. After around 8km we will stop for the lunch break, but don't eat too much, Jörg promised that there will be ostrich available at the finish line. At least some pâté and salami, I heard, and you can buy ostrich meat for your next barbecue. **Meeting Point:** We will meet at the "Hall Sportif" in Contern. There's a huge parking lot behind the building. https://maps.app.goo.gl/GQw9vQbzVfkBNHti6 **Public Transport:** You can take train RB 4810 towards "Wasserbillig", leaving "Gare Centrale" at 10.42, arriving in Sandweiler-Contern at 10:50. 5 minutes later you take Bus 324 towards "Kirchberg, Luxexpo" and exit in Contern at the stop "Kraizgaass" at 11:02. From there it is just 10 minutes walk towards "Syren", at the end of the town, on the right-hand side. **Car Pool:** If you come by car, you might offer a seat to a friendly co-hiker. https://groupcarpool.com/t/jmsd2t Passengers, please get into the cars of your favorite driver or place of departure, or on the waiting list if there's no free seat at the moment. Don't forget to remove yourself from the waiting list when you find a seat in a car! Disclaimer: The hike is at your own risk, and please make sure to wear proper shoes and bring some water for yourself! Looking forward to hiking with you! Jens. PS: We will not kill 2 birds; one stone would not be enough anyway. Do you have an idea about the size of these things?

Hola travelers and locals, Welcome to the first Luxembourg Backpackers picnic 😁 Do you also feel this springtime air? 🌸 We do, hence for the launch event of this group we'll try to meet open-air: specifically, in Kinnekswiss Park (location here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iQzFyCencRJLSN9J7) 🌞 You can freely bring drinks, snacks and/or a blanket for yourself or, even better, to share 🥙🍻 But mainly, bring a lot of good vibes 🥳 What if the weather isn’t on our side? No worries, we'll manage to find a good plan B - In Luxembourg, we know we sometimes need to adapt ☔ No matter where we meet, be ready for amazing company, travel and backpacking stories, and new friendships 😁 See you there 👋

Outdoor calisthenics workouts are a fantastic way to build strength, improve fitness, and enjoy the great outdoors 😁🦾 Calisthenics is a form of strength training that uses the resistance of your body and gravity to help strengthen your muscles and improve your coordination, endurance, and mobility. It’s a workout that relies on body weight with little or no equipment. In fact, almost all common bodyweight exercises are considered calisthenics exercises. Some examples include: - airsquats - pushups - pullups - frogstand -handstand -musclup -backlever aso 😁 Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced athlete, calisthenics provides a holistic approach to fitness. 🏋️‍♂️💪

We are happy to extend our invitation to one and all to join the Luxembourg Shivyog Forum events every Sunday from 9.00 am to 11.15 am. Shivyog Forum is a platform of positive and like-minded people, interested in spiritual growth, self-healing and self-awareness. Every week, through virtual videos, Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji blesses and shares the Divine sacred secrets and knowledge through discourses, guided sacred meditations, chanting of Mantras and Bhajans for overall life transformation. This helps the Forum members to progress in their spiritual journey, in establishing deeper connection with one’s inner being, in ability to forgive and love others, in improved emotional and physical health, mental peace, healthy relationship leading to the awakening and purification of the body mind and soul. If you wish to get connected with the Avdhoota and practice deep healing meditations, kriyas and bhajans that can change your life, you are warmly welcome to become a member and join us! Yearly membership fee is a nominal US$ 50 to be paid directly to India to the Shivyog Ashram but your are welcome to attend the first Forum event free.

An ink painting workshop, an ancient art practiced on rice paper or silk, which combines elegance, tradition, and artistic expression through slow and meditative gestures. You will be guided by Yemin Yin, a recognized artist trained in London and Canton. Her ink paintings are found in collections worldwide. This experience includes: • A guided 2-hour workshop to discover the timeless elegance of ink painting in a small group • With all the materials provided (ink, brushes, rice paper) • A premium floral tea served throughout the session • Chinese pastries (light dim sum style) • Your artwork to take home €49 / person No experience required.

Hello Friends! Jörg is always hungry, and we all want to go out for a nice walk. This weekend, we can kill 2 birds with one stone! There is an ostrich farm (Straußenfarm, ferme d'autruches) in Contern, and this weekend they are open to the public for the "Straussefest", Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 7pm. We're going to start in Contern near the "Hall Sportif" and do the "Guttland Trail Contern" with a little extension into the Dalheim forest. After around 8km we will stop for the lunch break, but don't eat too much, Jörg promised that there will be ostrich available at the finish line. At least some pâté and salami, I heard, and you can buy ostrich meat for your next barbecue. **Meeting Point:** We will meet at the "Hall Sportif" in Contern. There's a huge parking lot behind the building. https://maps.app.goo.gl/GQw9vQbzVfkBNHti6 **Public Transport:** You can take train RB 4810 towards "Wasserbillig", leaving "Gare Centrale" at 10.42, arriving in Sandweiler-Contern at 10:50. 5 minutes later you take Bus 324 towards "Kirchberg, Luxexpo" and exit in Contern at the stop "Kraizgaass" at 11:02. From there it is just 10 minutes walk towards "Syren", at the end of the town, on the right-hand side. **Car Pool:** If you come by car, you might offer a seat to a friendly co-hiker. https://groupcarpool.com/t/jmsd2t Passengers, please get into the cars of your favorite driver or place of departure, or on the waiting list if there's no free seat at the moment. Don't forget to remove yourself from the waiting list when you find a seat in a car! Disclaimer: The hike is at your own risk, and please make sure to wear proper shoes and bring some water for yourself! Looking forward to hiking with you! Jens. PS: We will not kill 2 birds; one stone would not be enough anyway. Do you have an idea about the size of these things?

Hola travelers and locals, Welcome to the first Luxembourg Backpackers picnic 😁 Do you also feel this springtime air? 🌸 We do, hence for the launch event of this group we'll try to meet open-air: specifically, in Kinnekswiss Park (location here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iQzFyCencRJLSN9J7) 🌞 You can freely bring drinks, snacks and/or a blanket for yourself or, even better, to share 🥙🍻 But mainly, bring a lot of good vibes 🥳 What if the weather isn’t on our side? No worries, we'll manage to find a good plan B - In Luxembourg, we know we sometimes need to adapt ☔ No matter where we meet, be ready for amazing company, travel and backpacking stories, and new friendships 😁 See you there 👋

Outdoor calisthenics workouts are a fantastic way to build strength, improve fitness, and enjoy the great outdoors 😁🦾 Calisthenics is a form of strength training that uses the resistance of your body and gravity to help strengthen your muscles and improve your coordination, endurance, and mobility. It’s a workout that relies on body weight with little or no equipment. In fact, almost all common bodyweight exercises are considered calisthenics exercises. Some examples include: - airsquats - pushups - pullups - frogstand -handstand -musclup -backlever aso 😁 Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced athlete, calisthenics provides a holistic approach to fitness. 🏋️‍♂️💪

We are happy to extend our invitation to one and all to join the Luxembourg Shivyog Forum events every Sunday from 9.00 am to 11.15 am. Shivyog Forum is a platform of positive and like-minded people, interested in spiritual growth, self-healing and self-awareness. Every week, through virtual videos, Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji blesses and shares the Divine sacred secrets and knowledge through discourses, guided sacred meditations, chanting of Mantras and Bhajans for overall life transformation. This helps the Forum members to progress in their spiritual journey, in establishing deeper connection with one’s inner being, in ability to forgive and love others, in improved emotional and physical health, mental peace, healthy relationship leading to the awakening and purification of the body mind and soul. If you wish to get connected with the Avdhoota and practice deep healing meditations, kriyas and bhajans that can change your life, you are warmly welcome to become a member and join us! Yearly membership fee is a nominal US$ 50 to be paid directly to India to the Shivyog Ashram but your are welcome to attend the first Forum event free.

An ink painting workshop, an ancient art practiced on rice paper or silk, which combines elegance, tradition, and artistic expression through slow and meditative gestures. You will be guided by Yemin Yin, a recognized artist trained in London and Canton. Her ink paintings are found in collections worldwide. This experience includes: • A guided 2-hour workshop to discover the timeless elegance of ink painting in a small group • With all the materials provided (ink, brushes, rice paper) • A premium floral tea served throughout the session • Chinese pastries (light dim sum style) • Your artwork to take home €49 / person No experience required.

**The Bike Lane** in Reston is turning 25—and throwing a summer block party bash to celebrate! Join us at The Bike Lane for a day packed with group rides, live music, cold beer, and delicious food trucks. They’ve got some big party planning happening behind the scenes, and trust me—you won’t want to miss this one. More details to be added as they are announced! Stay up to date on all the details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1272557651680190 **Band Lineup** (exact times coming soon): * **The Stray Dogs** * **Longest Day of the Year** * **Hijynx** Bring a folding chair kick back and enjoy the music. **Food Trucks**: Killer Tomato Pizza, Nordic Knots, + a Surprise Guest! **Breweries**: Eight favorite beer friends will be there (marking 8 years of Bike Lane Brewing): Lake Anne Brewhouse, Jasper Yeast, Lost Rhino Brewing Company, Bitterfruit Brewing, Solace Outpost, Mieza Blendary, Sinistral Brewing Company! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate 25 years of bikes, community, and good times with The Bike Lane!

**+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride: Summary** **(Must Read)** **+++++++++++++++++++++** * RIDE NAME: Monk's BBQ Ride (W&OD from Leesburg to Purcellville) * **START LOC:** **Loudoun County Garage** **[107 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9)** **Use above address, then look across the street.** * START GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9) * START PARKING PIC: [https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage](https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage) * ARRIVAL: 10:30am * SPEECH: 10:45am * ROLLING: 11:00am (Monk's opens @ 11:30am) * LEVEL: Medium(-) (the minus is for doing your Own Pace) * DISTANCE: 22 or 27 miles * PACE: Your own pace (but think at least 12-14 mph) * TERRAIN: Paved W&OD Path, Uphill out, Downhill home. * RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE: CBG_MONKS_22_2026 [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192229](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192229) CBG_MONKS_27_2026 [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192977](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192977) **NOTES:** * Conveniently close to Mom's Apple Pie for dessert * Mom's Apple Pie Bakery: 220 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 2017 * GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8](https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8) **TIMINGS (approximates):** * Rolling @ 11:00am * 11 miles later: Monk's BBQ @ 12:00-12:15pm * Leave Monk's @ 12:45-1:00pm * 11 miles later: Back in Lesburg @ 2:15 - 2:30pm **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride : Detail** **+++++++++++++++++++++** For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents the Monk's BBQ Ride (W&OD from Leesburg to Purcellville). * UPHILL on the way out, DOWNHILL on the way back. * Go at your own pace (Gary is sweep for those that don't know the trail). * Two routes 22 or 27 mile. * Good canopy cover for a sunny day. * GREAT BBQ in the middle (Monk's Outdoor Seating) * Pie Potential at the end (Moms's Apple Pie) **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Meeting Spot:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** **Loudoun County Garage** **107 Loudoun St SE** **Leesburg, VA 20175** **(Use above address, then look across the street)** GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9) PARKING PIC: [https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage](https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage) PARKING INFO: The Loudoun County Garage, located behind the County Government Building, has over 400 parking spaces. After 5pm weekdays, all day on weekends and on holidays, parking is available and free to the public. **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride After The Ride:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** "Ride IN the Ride" Monk's BBQ. 251 N. 21st Street Purcellville, VA 20132 540-751-9425 Saturday: 11:30am-11pm [https://monksq.com/](https://monksq.com/) GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/gvampead6L1H9Q9EA](https://goo.gl/maps/gvampead6L1H9Q9EA) Dessert "Ride after the Ride" Mom's Apple Pie Bakery 220 Loudoun St SE Leesburg, VA 20175 SAT 8am - 6pm [https://www.momsapplepieco.com/locations](https://www.momsapplepieco.com/locations) GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8](https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8) **+++++++++++++++++++++** **Ride Level Chart** **+++++++++++++++++++++** NoVA CBG tries to accommodate all levels of cyclists by offering different types/levels of rides. We just ask that you come to the ride that suits your current riding ability the best. * Introductory Level: If you haven't ridden a bike in a number of years (or are uncertain of your abilities on a bicycle). * Beginner Level: You can ride for 10+ miles at a pace of 10+ to 12+ mph with potentially minor hills involved. * Medium Level: You can ride for 20+ miles at a pace of 13+ to 15+ mph with potentially moderate hills involved. * Advanced Level: You can ride for 20++ miles at a pace of 15+ mph with potentially major hills involved. Both Medium and Advanced Levels might require handling various challenges such as reading cue sheets, using a Garmin or navigation app, night riding, out of town travel, or any other odd cycling situations. **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Fine Print:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's: * "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/ * NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/ * NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.

This is NOT an official **Bike Rockville with RBAC** ride but a joint effort with our local Trek shop. Join the **Trek Rockville store** for a spring group ride in Poolesville and explore the Montgomery County Agricultural Reserve. You must be able to ride an average of 10 mph for 20-30 miles on moderate terrain. We will make an effort to stick together and regroup, but there is no sweep. Ride leader average pace is around 11.5 mph. More details and RSVP at this link: **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-rockville-spring-classic-ride-remote-start-tickets-1982550498911](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-rockville-spring-classic-ride-remote-start-tickets-1982550498911)** Use this event page to share photos, feedback, carpooling and other comments.

We will be hosting the City of Rockville's annual TERRIFIC Kids bike distribution. In this program students have completed a list of good deeds to earn a bicycle. Here is information about the program: [www.rockvillemd.gov/321/Terrific-Bicycle-Award](https://www.rockvillemd.gov/321/Terrific-Bicycle-Award) We need volunteers to help with set-up, helping students select a bike, and break-down. Families will be arriving by appointment between 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. A member of the Mayor and City Council will be presenting the student with a certificate. Then the student will be guided to select the correct-sized bicycle and helmet. Please let us know which 3-hour shift you can volunteer: 8:30 am to 11:30 am and/or 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. You are welcome, of course, to spend the entire day with us also. Just let us know!

Please join RBAC for our annual Ride of Silence starting in the plaza in front of the Rockville Public Library. Please plan to gather by 6:40 for the dedication and briefing. We will promptly roll out at 7 pm. This is a police-escorted ride in memorial of cyclists killed or injured while riding. You must have a helmet and be able to ride at a 10-mph pace. We will be riding a 9-mile route thru neighborhoods streets and on I-355/Rockville Pike. Front and rear lights are also strongly recommended. The Ride of Silence takes place on public streets and in mixed traffic. This ride is only recommended for bicycle riders who can maintain at least a 10-mph pace and can comfortably ride on the street along side motor vehicles. Since there will be a police escort, we will not be able to wait for riders who have fallen behind. Riders not able to maintain the pace will likely have to complete the route separately on your own. This ride is not recommended for families or children who are not experienced riding on public streets. Please pump up your tires, check your brakes, lube your chain, and take your bike for a test spin before you arrive. More details about this global 24th anniversary event can be found at: [https://rideofsilence.org/main.php](https://rideofsilence.org/main.php) READ THE FINE PRINT, PLEASE: • Bicycling involves inherent risks and requires that participants be in proper physical condition. When you RSVP "yes" to a Bike Rockville event, that RSVP is your digital signature attesting that you have read, understood, and agreed to the group's Liability Waiver and Release, located here: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BocKiaMJwba62c7b583CoOxIYamFiaWN/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BocKiaMJwba62c7b583CoOxIYamFiaWN/view?usp=sharing) • HELMETS ARE REQUIRED for all riders on every ride. • We strongly recommend you bring a water bottle, spare tube, cell phone, ID card, and cash or credit card for emergencies. • Since this part of a global movement , this ride goes on rain or shine!

The Rockville Bike Hub will be at the Rockville Town Square Bike to Work Day pitstop to provide help with mechanical issues you might be having on your way to work. Come by and say hi or stay to volunteer for an hour! Register to be counted and receive a free t-shirt and other fun prizes! [https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/rockville-town-square](https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/rockville-town-square)