Wednesday, January 20, 2016

BCRR MIDWEEK UPDATE!!!

GOOD MORNING BCRR!!

Feeling sore from the race this weekend, well here's a little motivation to join us tonight for a run 

Bob and Maggie Kirkpatrick will be sponsoring the tab at Valhalla in honor of Maggie's Birthday!!! - Should be a beautiful night for a run and an even better night for a beer!

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Happy Hour – Axelrad

(Friday, January 22nd, 2016) Please join us this Friday at Axelrad (1517 Alabama). We will meet at 6:30 pm in midtown’s newest beer garden, conveniently located next to Luigi’s Pizzeria.

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Also, last call to have your race results reported! There are many who are proud of their accomplishments - you won't be alone. 

Have a wonderful Wednesday!!!

~BCRR Board

Monday, January 18, 2016

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE: January 18th to January 24th

HELLO BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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To all who trained, raced, PR’d, FINISHED, and competed in yesterday’s half and full marathon. It was a BEAUTIFUL day for a running tour of Houston.

PS. If you would like your race results reported in next week’s email, please reply back.


To all who supported, cheered, encouraged, and provided for the participants. Without such an AMAZING support group, the accomplishments of our runners would not be possible.

Especially thanks to:
·  Susan Cita & Katie Decker for the management of the Hoopla Stations! The familiar BCRR logo was a refreshing sight to many!
·  Sue Leone, Adam Svoboda, Cheryl Verlander, Chuck Bracht, Ivy Martino, and Jim Knievel for hosting an outstanding post-race party! The recovery was better with such good food and company. 

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Save the Date for upcoming BCRR events:
·        February Breakfast at The Dunlavy – Sunday, February 7th
·        Trash Pick Up & Family Picnic – Sunday, April 3rd
·        BCRR Spring Awards Banquet – Wednesday, May 25th

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our new members James Tuscany, Binoy Chandy, and Brian Epp. We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event. 


BCRR Birthdays: 

Happy birthday:
·         David Zheng* – January 19th 
·         Julia Holz – January 20th
·         Beverly Handy – January 21st
·         Madeline Schulz – January 23rd    
·         Juka Smits – January 24th
  
Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
* = New Age Group


SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour – Axelrad

(Friday, January 22nd, 2016) Please join us this Friday at Axelrad (1517 Alabama). We will meet at 6:30 pm in midtown’s newest beer garden, conveniently located next to Luigi’s Pizzeria.


Sunday – Whole Foods

(Sunday, January 24th , 2016) Join us immediately following the long run for coffee and breakfast at Whole Foods on Waugh. 
  
HARRA FALL SERIES 2015:

·          10/11/15   One Main Financial 10 Miler,  Univ of Houston Clear Lake – Check!
·          10/25/15   Houston Half Marathon,  Sam Houston Park - Canceled
·         11/14/15    Alex’s 5 K, MacGregor Park – Check!
·          11/22/15   HMSA Classical 25K,   Wortham Center Plaza – Check!
·          12/13/15   28th Annual Fort Bend KIA 30K Run​,   Sugar Land Town Square – Check!
·          01/17/16   Chevron Houston Marathon,   George R Brown CC – CHECK!!!


WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Mellow Monday- Join us every Monday for a 3 mile recovery run around Memorial Park at 7:00p.m.Runners who are interested should park on the east side of the parking lot in front of the softball fields off of the Picnic Loop. The goal is to increase membership and recruit new members with this new social event. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun. **Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, Mellow Monday will be cancelled for safety reasons. 

Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:15 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:30 pm sharp!). All levels are welcome. And the best part is the cheap beer at Valhalla afterwards. Parking is available at First Christian Church/School (1628 Rice Boulevard). 

To park in the church parking lot, you need a BCRR bumper sticker. Please see Lisa Thompson for a sticker if you do not already have one. 

Friday Speedwork (Memorial Park 5:30 AM): Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net

Sunday Long Run (Memorial Park, 6:30 AM): Meet us at the O mile marker for a 10, 11, or 12 mile route around Memorial Park and through River Oaks. Immediately following the run, join us Whole Foods for coffee and conversation.

WORD FROM THE BIRD

See the latest newsletter here! 


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Saturday, January 16, 2016

BCRR MARATHON UPDATE

HELLO BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!!

It's almost race day! Here is the last minute information:



--Race Day-- 
  • BEFORE the race starts, the club will meet inside GRB for last minute planning, bag drop, and camaraderie. Look for us under/beside the BCRR banner. We will meet inside GRB. at the letter "B" in the reunion area. 
  • BEFORE the race starts, Andrew will collect gear at the GRB convention center and transport it to your desired aid station. Just bring your fresh socks, Gu, or sunglasses, etc. in a Ziplock bag labeled with your name, pace and desired aid station, and look for the BCRR flag in the convention hall to drop it off BEFORE 6:30 AM. 
  • DURING the race the club will host two aid stations especially for BCRR members. The aid stations will be located near the 13-mile marker (approx Westpark Dr and 610) and the 20-mile marker (approx Memorial at Woodway). These aid stations will be a good place to drop off outerwear, or pick up something you stored in your Ziplock bag (noted above).
  • DURING the race BCRR members on the full marathon course (but NOT the half course) will pass by Chuck and Cheryl's home near the mile-8 marker (approx Mandell st and Rice Blvd) and may drop off outerwear. This drop off spot is in addition to BCRR aid stations at mile 13 and 20.
  • AFTER the race we will all celebrate together at a private party hosted by the always gracious, Sue Leone and Alan Svoboda, and their team of entertainment experts: Cheryl Verlander, Chuck Bracht, Ivy Martino, and Jim Knievel. Party will be located at 326 Terrace Avenue, Houston 77007. The party, starts at 11:00 AM, and features a heated swimming pool (bring a towel), a large Jacuzzi, NFL playoff games on multiple TVs, hot showers (bring your own towel), and a buffet of GREAT food. All this and an assortment of "liquid refreshments" for a door fee is $10 per person for BCRR members, and $15 per person for non-members/guests. See you there!

GOOD LUCK to all runners and THANK YOU to all volunteers! See you at GRB!

BCRR Board

Monday, January 11, 2016

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE January 11th to January 17th

HELLO BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS


IT’S MARATHON WEEK!!!!!!


Chevron Houston Marathon Information: 
Visit the BCRR Website for all the details of MARATHON INFORMATION
The highlights:
·        Club will meet inside GRB at Hall A prior to the race – an email with location details will be sent on Saturday
·        Andrew Young will be collecting gear to drop at the aid stations – please label your gear in a ziplock bag – Include name and aid station.
·        There will be 2 aid stations along the marathon route – please email the respective host for details and volunteering.
·         Mile 13: Hosted by Katie Decker - katie.h.decker@gmail.com
·         Mile 20: Hosted by Susan Cita – susancita.bcrr@gmail.com
·        An additional watch and/or drop off location will be located at the corner of Bissonnett & Mandell – With host’s Chuck and Cheryl providing Mimosas and Bloody Marys for those cheering! (5314 Mandell). Feel free to drop off clothing as the race warms up. Clothing will be brought to the post-race party.
·        Post-race party will be held at Sue & Alan’s house (326 Terrace Avenue, Houston 77007) at 11:00 AM. Chuck & Cheryl and Jim & Ivy will be assisting. Cost is $10 per member, $15 for non-members/guests.
  
Save the Date for the PRE-MARATHON CARB LOADING DINNER:  Get your carb load on Thursday, January 14th at The Spaghetti Western at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is $15. RSVP to this email:  christinabcrr@gmail.com to reserve your spot. 
Please note that space is limited!

  
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our new members Stephanie Morain & Lianna Menchaca. We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event. 


BCRR Birthdays: 

Happy birthday:
·         Barry Tobias & Allyson Serrao* – January 11th 
·         Sue Leone & Kai Lankford – January 12th
·         Holden Muirhead – January 14th
·         Thomas Helm* – January 15th    
·         Jesse Dehoyos & Maggie Kirkpatrick – January 16th
·         Ricky Kramer & Steve Davis –January 17th    

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

* = New Age Group


SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour – Lawless Spirits & Kitchen

(Friday, January 15th, 2016) Please join us this Friday after picking up your packet at Lawless Spirits & Kitchen (909 Texas Ave #2A). We will meet you there at 6:30 pm, for a “revolutionary cocktail” in preparation for the big marathon weekend!


Sunday – TO RETURN AFTER THE MARATHON - Join us instead for the post-race party.
  
HARRA FALL SERIES 2015:

·          10/11/15   One Main Financial 10 Miler,  Univ of Houston Clear Lake – Check!
·          10/25/15   Houston Half Marathon,  Sam Houston Park - Canceled
·         11/14/15    Alex’s 5 K, MacGregor Park – Check!
·          11/22/15   HMSA Classical 25K,   Wortham Center Plaza – Check!
·          12/13/15   28th Annual Fort Bend KIA 30K Run​,   Sugar Land Town Square – Check!
·          01/17/16   Chevron Houston Marathon,   George R Brown CC


WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Mellow Monday- Join us every Monday for a 3 mile recovery run around Memorial Park at 7:00p.m.Runners who are interested should park on the east side of the parking lot in front of the softball fields off of the Picnic Loop. The goal is to increase membership and recruit new members with this new social event. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun. **Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, Mellow Monday will be cancelled for safety reasons. 

Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:15 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:30 pm sharp!). All levels are welcome. And the best part is the cheap beer at Valhalla afterwards. Parking is available at First Christian Church/School (1628 Rice Boulevard). 

To park in the church parking lot, you need a BCRR bumper sticker. Please see Lisa Thompson for a sticker if you do not already have one. 

Friday Speedwork (Memorial Park 5:30 AM): Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net

Sunday Long Run (Memorial Park, 6:30 AM): Meet us at the O mile marker for a 10, 11, or 12 mile route around Memorial Park and through River Oaks. Immediately following the run, join us Whole Foods for coffee and conversation.

WORD FROM THE BIRD

See the latest newsletter here! 


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Monday, January 4, 2016

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE: January 4th to January 10th

HELLO BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS

  
Join us for a BCRR annual tradition Sunday, January 10th! 
Instead of running the usual River Oaks Route, our Sunday run with be the last 6 miles of the marathon (from Memorial Park to the GRB) and back for a total of 12 miles! Gatorade stops at Mile 3 (near the cemetery), at the GRB turnaround (mile 6), and the cemetery again at mile 9. Since it's an out and back course, it's easy to run as little or as much of the 12 miles as you want! We meet at 6:30 am on Sunday morning at the Tennis Center as usual. It's a great way to envision crossing the line one week later. See you there!

Chevron Houston Marathon Information:

Visit our BCRR Website for all MARATHON INFORMATION
The highlights:
·        Club will meet inside GRB at Hall A prior to the race – look for the banner.
·        Andrew Young will be collecting gear to drop at the aid stations – please label your gear in a ziplock bag.
·        There will be 2 aid stations: Mile 13 & Mile 20!
·        Post-race party will be held at Sue & Alan’s house (326 Terrace Avenue, Houston 77007) at 11:00 AM. Chuck & Cheryl and Jim & Ivy will be assisting. Cost is $10 per member, $15 for non-members/guests.

Save the Date for the PRE-MARATHON CARB LOADING DINNER:  Get your carb load on Thursday, January 14th at The Spaghetti Western at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is $15. RSVP to this email:  christinabcrr@gmail.com to reserve your spot. 
Please note that space is limited!
    
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our new members Daniel Jason & Visenta Vasilescu. We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event. 


BCRR Birthdays: 

Happy birthday:
·         Katrina Zick & Susan Latimer* – Januray 6th 
·         Jan Smits* – January 7th
·         Daniel Haworth* & Russell Henderson – January 9th
·         Kelly Zhai –January 10th    

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

* = New Age Group


SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour – Gingerman

(Friday, January 8th, 2016) Please join us this Friday at the Gingerman (5607 Morningside Drive). We will meet you there at 6:30 pm, for a cold beer at a great little dive!


Sunday – Whole Foods

(Sunday, January 10th , 2016) Join us immediately following the long run for coffee and breakfast at Whole Foods on Waugh. 

HARRA FALL SERIES 2015:

·          10/11/15   One Main Financial 10 Miler,  Univ of Houston Clear Lake – Check!
·          10/25/15   Houston Half Marathon,  Sam Houston Park - Canceled
·         11/14/15    Alex’s 5 K, MacGregor Park – Check!
·          11/22/15   HMSA Classical 25K,   Wortham Center Plaza – Check!
·          12/13/15   28th Annual Fort Bend KIA 30K Run​,   Sugar Land Town Square – Check!
·          01/17/16   Chevron Houston Marathon,   George R Brown CC


WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Mellow Monday- Join us every Monday for a 3 mile recovery run around Memorial Park at 7:00p.m.Runners who are interested should park on the east side of the parking lot in front of the softball fields off of the Picnic Loop. The goal is to increase membership and recruit new members with this new social event. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun. **Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, Mellow Monday will be cancelled for safety reasons. 

Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:15 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:30 pm sharp!). All levels are welcome. And the best part is the cheap beer at Valhalla afterwards. Parking is available at First Christian Church/School (1628 Rice Boulevard). 

To park in the church parking lot, you need a BCRR bumper sticker. Please see Lisa Thompson for a sticker if you do not already have one. 

Friday Speedwork (Memorial Park 5:30 AM): Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net

Sunday Long Run (Memorial Park, 6:30 AM): Meet us at the O mile marker for a 10, 11, or 12 mile route around Memorial Park and through River Oaks. Immediately following the run, join us Whole Foods for coffee and conversation.

WORD FROM THE BIRD

See the latest newsletter here! 


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Your BCRR Board!!! 

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How would you like to see your own advertisement above in this weekly email? For all personal or business advertising inquiries, please send an email to our treasurer p_griffiths@bellsouth.net