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Space Coast Mobility Week Set Oct. 25 to Nov. 2, Will Feature NASCAR Driver Scott Lagasse

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Ride Free by Showing Space Coast Area Transit’s App on October 31

A special Mobility Week sold-out edition of “Ride with Jim,” an event that provides the general public and transit advocates an opportunity to share coffee and conversation with those who help shape Brevard County’s Transit System, will feature Scott Lagasse Jr., a celebrity NASCAR driver. (Space Coast Area Transit image)

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – What moves you? Space Coast Area Transit, Space Coast TPO, and FDOT are set to celebrate the third annual Mobility Week from October 25 to November 2.

In celebration of a week designed to promote travel alternatives and encourage pedestrian and bicycle safety, Space Coast Area Transit passengers can free-ride on October 31, known as “Try Transit Thursday,” by showing the 321Transit app on any mobile device.

A special Mobility Week sold-out edition of “Ride with Jim,” an event that provides the general public and transit advocates an opportunity to share coffee and conversation with those who help shape Brevard County’s Transit System, will feature Scott Lagasse Jr., a celebrity NASCAR driver.

Lagasse, Jr. is a spokesperson for the Florida Department of Transportation’s “Alert Today Alive Tomorrow” campaign, which raises awareness about pedestrian and bicyclist safety. He returned to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2019, driving the No. 4 Chevrolet for JD Motorsports at Daytona.

According to Scott Nelson, Director of Space Coast Area Transit, “We encourage everyone to participate in Mobility Week and learn more about safe multimodal transportation choices.”

NASCAR driver Scott Lagasse, Jr. is a spokesperson for the Florida Department of Transportation’s “Alert Today Alive Tomorrow” campaign, which raises awareness about pedestrian and bicyclist safety. Lagasse Jr. returned to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2019, driving the No. 4 Chevrolet for JD Motorsports at Daytona. (Space Coast Area Transit image)

Brevard County Mobility Week Events

October 25, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. • Trunk or Treat at Travis Park in Cocoa

Join the Space Coast TPO at a safe Halloween alternative for kids with plenty of candy and Trick or Treat bicyclist/pedestrian safety information. A free, fun event for the whole family at Travis Park Community Center, 2001 Michigan Avenue in Cocoa.

October 26, 2 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. • Melbourne Parks and Recreation Halloween Event

The City of Melbourne’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free family Halloween event. The Space Coast TPO will be there handing out pedestrian and bike safety coloring books, goodies, and more at the Melbourne Auditorium, located at625 E. Hibiscus Boulevard in Melbourne.

Join the Space Coast TPO and multiple partners by walking trails in Titusville. Senior citizens will enjoy a safety seminar series and a stroll in downtown Titusville, followed by refreshments and visiting vendor tables. (Space Coast Area Transit image)

October 28, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Downtown Titusville Senior Stroll and Expo

Join the Space Coast TPO and multiple partners by walking trails in Titusville. Senior citizens will enjoy a safety seminar series and a stroll in downtown Titusville, followed by refreshments and visiting vendor tables.

The first 25 RSVPs will enjoy a Space Coast Area Transit tour of the Coast to Coast Trail and hear from the people who help shape Brevard’s Transit System.

To register or for information, call 321-607-6216.

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Interested in being an event expo vendor? Check out expo vendor and sponsorship opportunities here.

October 31 • Try Transit Thursday

Ride any Space Coast Area Transit Bus in Brevard County all day for free by showing the 321Transit app on any mobile device. To download the app, search “321Transit” in the iTunes app store or Google Play!

October 31, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Rapid Flashing Beacon Education Pop Up Event

Join the Space Coast TPO and multiple partners by talking up safety at the newly installed rectangular rapid flashing beacons along A1A.

Present your original Space Coast Area Transit Bus Transfer Ticket to the Box Office at the Space Coast State Fair at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera to receive a $5 discount off the gate admission price for one person. The Space Coast State Fair is spectacular at night. (Don Martin image)

November 1 – November 17 • Transit Riders Get $5 off at Space Coast State Fair

Present your original Space Coast Area Transit Bus Transfer Ticket to the Box Office at the Space Coast State Fair at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera to receive a $5 discount off the gate admission price for one person. May not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Void where prohibited.

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November 2 – 8 a.m.– 11 a.m.  • Mims UMC Trailhead Education Pop Up

Taking a morning ride on the Rail Trail? Be sure to stop by the Mims United Methodist Church trailhead as they will be serving up refreshments to walkers and bicyclists.

The Space Coast TPO will be there in support, talking bicycle and pedestrian safety. There will also be a regional trails education station. Mims United Methodist Church, 3302 Green Street, Mims, FL 32754.

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