Normally, we write up a recap of everything we found most interesting about our Member of the Month. But we had to break with that tradition this month and just let Martha S. speak for herself (with occasional commentary in brackets). We think you’ll see why:  (click the post link to read more…)

(Washington, D.C.) Today, Capital Bikeshare, in conjunction with Bank on DC, United Bank and the District Government Employees Federal Credit Union (DGEFCU), announced the launch of its Bank on DC program, which will offer $50 annual memberships to unbanked individuals who sign up for a debit or credit account at United Bank or DGEFCU. In addition, existing Bank on DC members will also be offered the $50 annual membership rate.

Just in time for the holidays, the Georgetown BID brings you 12 Days of Merriment in Georgetown, and Capital Bikeshare is thrilled to be part of it! Come celebrate DC’s most anticipated holiday shopping season, with 12 days of special store sales and events, dining treats, holiday entertainment and activities and more. From December 9 through 20, holiday treats exclusively for Capital Bikeshare members are waiting for you all over the neighborhood.

We might never have known about Fritz S., our November Capital Bikeshare Member of the Month, had it not been for a very convincing submission on his behalf by his devoted girlfriend, Claire. Sure, we know he’s a member. We have his personal information. We even know where he lives. But without Claire’s touching email to us, truly a testament to her love for him, we never would have gotten to see the real Fritz S.—a man in love with his key fob.

(Washington, D.C.) Today, Capital Bikeshare announced several changes to its membership offerings, revised the cost of its 24-hour membership and introduced a new pricing structure for casual members.