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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on World Mental Health Day

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Mental Health Day and to support mental wellness within the Metro Boston community, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Tuesday, October 10. The complimentary passes, which provide riders with unlimited two-hour rides throughout the day, are accessible in the Bluebikes App with the code BLUECROSSMENTALHEALTH. The initiative will be available across the Bluebikes system's 13 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown. Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • Riders will receive free Adventure Pass with code: BLUECROSSMENTALHEALTH
    BOSTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Mental Health Day and to support mental wellness within the Metro Boston community, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Tuesday, October 10.
  • The complimentary passes, which provide riders with unlimited two-hour rides throughout the day, are accessible in the Bluebikes App with the code BLUECROSSMENTALHEALTH.
  • Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.
  • Through its sponsorship of this initiative for the fourth consecutive year, Blue Cross continues to reinforce its commitment to supporting mental health within its communities.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Supports Metro Boston Urban Reforestation Efforts Through Bluebikes Sponsorship

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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BOSTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Environmental Awareness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is donating $1 for every ride taken on Bluebikes in September* to the Boston Tree Alliance, a City of Boston program working with Mass Audubon to bolster the City's tree canopy, the parts of the city that are shaded by trees. The donations will apply to all rides taken across the Bluebikes system's 13 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown. Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.
  • "We are thrilled about the sponsorship from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Bluebikes, and Lyft and grateful for their commitment to help us grow the tree canopy in environmental justice neighborhoods, delivering equitable solutions to areas that need it most."
  • In the five years of Blue Cross' sponsorship, the system has doubled in size, adding 200 stations and more than 4,000 bikes.
  • *Blue Cross will donate $1 up to $10,000 for every Bluebikes ride taken from September 5 – September 30, 2023.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes Every Monday in August for "Mindful Mondays" Initiative

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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BOSTON, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Wellness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes every Monday in August, beginning August 7, for its third annual "Mindful Mondays" initiative, and is also hosting a free Spin Class on August 28th – the last Monday of the month – to encourage people in the Metro-Boston region to exercise and take care of their mental health. The free Adventure Passes will be available across the system's 13 municipalities, including Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown. Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.
  • Riders can take advantage of complimentary Adventure Passes on "Mindful Mondays" by downloading and opening the Bluebikes App and entering the appropriate code.
  • Each code will unlock one free Adventure Pass, which includes an unlimited number of two-hour rides during a 24-hour period.
  • Through its partnership with the municipal owners of Bluebikes, Blue Cross continues to support system growth and accessibility, including station expansions, upgrades, and additional bikes.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Rolls Out 100 Proud Bluebikes in Celebration of Pride Month

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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BOSTON , June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Pride Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is rolling out 100 rainbow-themed Bluebikes to help drive awareness for LGBTQIA+ equality during the month of June. The Proud bikes will be available across the Bluebikes system's 13 municipalities (Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown). Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • For every ride taken on a Pride-themed bike in June, Blue Cross will donate $1 to Fenway Health to support LGBTQIA+ health care
    BOSTON , June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Pride Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is rolling out 100 rainbow-themed Bluebikes to help drive awareness for LGBTQIA+ equality during the month of June.
  • Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.
  • "At Blue Cross, we remain committed to contributing towards a more equitable health care system for all," said Jeff Bellows, Blue Cross' vice president of corporate citizenship and public affairs.
  • *Blue Cross will donate $1 up to $10,000 for every ride taken on a Blue Cross Proud bike from June 1 - June 30, 2023.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes Every Sunday in May for "Miles for Mental Health" Initiative

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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BOSTON, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Bike Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes every Sunday in May, beginning on May 7, as part of their second annual "Miles for Mental Health" initiative. The free Adventure Passes will be available across the Bluebikes system's 13 municipalities (Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown). Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • The free Adventure Passes will be available across the Bluebikes system's 13 municipalities (Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown).
  • Blue Cross is the sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.
  • Blue Cross has been the title sponsor of Bluebikes since its launch in May 2018.
  • Through their partnership with the municipal owners of Bluebikes, Blue Cross continues to support system growth and accessibility, including station expansions, upgrades, and additional bikes.

Malden and Medford Join Bluebikes, Metro Boston's Public Bike Share System

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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MEDFORD, Mass., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cities of Medford and Malden today announced they will be joining Bluebikes, Metro Boston's public bike share system. By adding a total of six new stations across the two cities, Medford and Malden will build on the expansion of the Bluebikes system. These cities join Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown, offering 447 total stations and approximately 4,000 total bikes across the region. The new stations offer more opportunity for residents, students, workers, and visitors to experience the healthy, fun, and sustainable way of traveling via Bluebikes. 

Key Points: 
  • MEDFORD, Mass., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cities of Medford and Malden today announced they will be joining Bluebikes, Metro Boston's public bike share system.
  • By adding a total ofsixnew stations across the two cities, Medford and Malden will build on the expansion of the Bluebikes system.
  • Thanks to Blue Cross, our local partners, and the City of Malden for helping make this an easy and seamless process to incorporate the bike share system into our city a reality."
  • With the Bluebikes system expanding to two new cities, approximately 36new bikes have been added throughout Medford and Malden.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on World Car Free Day

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Car Free Day, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Thursday, September 22. Unlimited two-hour Adventure Passes, for a 24-hour period, will be available across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown. Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, a publicly-owned bike share managed by municipal staff and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield continues commitment to sustainability, encouraging residents to lead environmentally healthier lifestyles through complimentary access to public bike share system
    BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Car Free Day, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Thursday, September 22.
  • Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, a publicly-owned bike share managed by municipal staff and operated by Lyft.
  • Blue Cross is sponsoring free Adventure Passes all day long in hopes that residents will travel via Bluebikes for the day rather than rely on passenger vehicles, helping to reduce emissions, air pollution and road congestion.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.

Bluebikes Expands in Salem with Seven New Stations

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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SALEM, Mass. , Sept.14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Salem today announced the addition of seven new Bluebikes stations throughout the city, expanding access beyond the eight stations that were originally introduced when Metro Boston's public bikeshare system first entered Salem in 2021. The new stations, including one at Salem State University's North Campus, offer more opportunity for residents, students, workers, and visitors to experience the healthy, fun, and sustainable way of traveling via Bluebikes.

Key Points: 
  • To see a full Bluebikes station map including all stations in Salem please visit member.bluebikes.com/map.
  • As a publicly owned bike share system, Bluebikes preserves and promotes equity of access for members and ensures that memberships remain affordable.
  • Riders can purchase annual Bluebikes memberships which include unlimited 45-minute ridesfor $119 a year or $26.75 for 30 days.
  • Free 30-day Bluebikes passes are available to anyone during the MBTA's Orange Line shutdown.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Bluebikes Valets to Help Expand Bike Availability During MBTA Shutdowns

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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BOSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help support Metro Boston residents during the upcoming Orange and Green Line shutdowns, Bluebikes title sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) will sponsor additional valet service at four Bluebikes stations, expanding accessibility to the public bike share system at peak usage times. Bluebikes is owned by the system's 11 municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help support Metro Boston residents during the upcoming Orange and Green Line shutdowns, Bluebikes title sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) will sponsor additional valet service at four Bluebikes stations, expanding accessibility to the public bike share system at peak usage times.
  • "We hope that our support of Bluebikes will help support greater Boston residents through the MBTA shutdowns."
  • Blue Cross is in the fifth year of a six-year Bluebikes title sponsorship, which launched inMay 2018.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes Every Monday in August

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Monday, August 1, 2022
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BOSTON, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Wellness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes each Monday in August, beginning August 1, as part of its second annual "Mindful Mondays" initiative. The free passes will be available across the system's 11 municipalities, including Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown. Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • "We hope that Metro Boston residents can get outside, practice mindfulness and enjoy a Bluebikes ride during a month that's dedicated to whole-body wellness."
  • By partnering with the municipal owners of Bluebikes, Blue Cross continues to support system growth and accessibility, including station expansions, upgrades and additional bikes.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.