Archive for April, 2010

Route 10 Bus Party Recap

2010-04-17

Eight Bus Party riders followed Route 10 today. The weather was gorgeous for a tour of the southwest side of Cedar Rapids and we again had one of the new Gillig buses for our journey. This ride rivaled our busiest route yet and neared standing room only several times. There were four new Bus Party riders, one had used CR Transit and wanted to expose her three nephews to a new transportation option for them!

After the trip we went our separate ways, but several went on to check out the New Bohemia Eco-Arts Festival just a few blocks away. It was a great day to be out and a lot of others were enjoying the festivities. Not a bad way to celebrate our one year anniversary of the first Bus Party!

See you next month for Route 11.

Route 10 Bus Party

2010-04-03

When: Saturday, April 17th, 11:10 am – 12:10 pm. The bus will leave at 11:20, so get there early to park if you’re driving down, ask questions, and get your $1.25 or bus pass ready.
Who: Everyone! Bring your friends and family of all ages. Children 4 and under are free, check out the transit site for other fare options.
Where: Corner of 12th Ave & 2nd St SE (transit transfer site). It is across from the African American Museum and it is part of the large parking lot, Lot 44. Meet inside the waiting area building.
After: Lunch! Walk, drive, or ride a bike or bus to a downtown restaurant.

I was quite familiar with Route 10 in 2008 since it was my second route to get to work while my company was in a temporary location. It covers a lot of commercial areas  along Edgewood and Westdale Mall. It also serves Jefferson High School, and is generally packed full once school releases. We’ll also ride through residential areas along 1st Ave. NW and around Jefferson.

Parking is available in Lot 44 at the SE corner of 8th Ave SE and 2nd St SE: here.

Disclaimer: Please check out general guidelines for riding the buses. You are responsible for your own actions. Also, I do not work for Cedar Rapids Transit or the city. I will gladly listen to your opinions and complaints, but they will be even more effective if you also share them with the transit department. See their main site for the latest contact information.

Route 10 Map


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