Monday, February 26, 2018

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - February 26th to March 4th



GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!!
THANK YOU!!!!!! - To our wonderful volunteers who managed the Darling Dash on a damp Sunday morning. BCRR greatly appreciates your hard work!!!
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First Sunday of the Month Bayou Run & Breakfast

Join us Sunday, March 4th for a break from the routine by running along the Buffalo Bayou.

Afterwards, join us for breakfast at Lee’s Fried Chicken and Donuts (601 Heights Blvd) for a delicious brunch with tacos, kolaches, and of course - fried chicken & donuts!!
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Bayou City Classic - March 17th
The Bayou City Classic is quickly approaching as the next HARRA race of the Spring Series. Choose from a 5K, 10K, and 10K Centipede option - where you can run tethered to your closest running buddies in themed costumes. Registration and race information can be found HERE

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BCRR Spring Family Picnic – Sunday, April 8th - The President’s Home
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2018 HARRA Spring Series
Date:
Name:
Location:
February 17, 2018
Sam Houston Park Downtown
March 17, 2018
Houston City Hall
April 14, 2018
Bellaire City Hall
April 28, 2018
Rice University Track
May 12, 2018
T.C. Jester Park
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our newest members! We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event!!

BCRR Birthdays:  
Happy Birthday to:
·        Molly Regan – February 28th
·        Jason Burris & Rosie Schmandt – March 2nd
·        Nancy Greig – March 3rd  
Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
* = New Age Group
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:
Happy Hour – Around the Corner

(Friday, March 2nd, 2018) Join us at Around the Corner (1510 Hutchins St) for a crafty cocktail or draft beer at a bar located just - down the street - from 8th Wonder! Enjoy a back patio with a great Houston skyline view! Please join us at 6:30 PM.
Sunday – Whole Foods - To return next week
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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. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun.
Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:30 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:40 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.
**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**

WORD FROM THE BIRD
See the latest newsletter here!  http://www.bcrr.org/news- archive.html
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Your BCRR Board!!!
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Looking for an extra Reason2Race in 2018? Every mile you run or walk can get us a step closer to a world free from hunger and poverty when you run for Heifer International! Whether you are a triathlete, you want to get your whole family out on the course for fun, or you just want to make the world a better place, we NEED you! We have never been closer to finishing hunger for good than we are right now and you can help us reach the end. Join the team right here in Houston: https://my.reason2race.com/ cause/heiferinternational or anywhere in the world at www.teamheifer.org

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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 

Monday, February 19, 2018

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - February 19th to February 25th


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!!
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Law Week 8K
Congrats to all who raced this weekend at the Law Week 8K!! Next up – Bayou City Classic 10K – March 17th

If you left a BCRR singlet or your 8K shirt at the tent this weekend, John Phillips has them and will return them if you offer a good enough bribe.
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BCRR Spring Family Picnic – Sunday, April 8th - The President’s Home
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2018 HARRA Spring Series
Date:
Name:
Location:
February 17, 2018
Sam Houston Park Downtown
March 17, 2018
Houston City Hall
April 14, 2018
Bellaire City Hall
April 28, 2018
Rice University Track
May 12, 2018
T.C. Jester Park
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our newest members! We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event!!
BCRR Birthdays:  
Happy Birthday to:
·        Daniel Crowell & Nichole Starke Halbert – February 20th
·        Lisa Albrecht – February 23rd
·        John Koenig – February 25th  
Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
* = New Age Group
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:
Happy Hour – Cottonwood
(Friday, February 23rd, 2018) Join us at Cottonwood (3422 N Shepherd Dr.) for a draft beer at a cozy bar in the Heights. There’s a great outdoor space to enjoy the wonderful weather! Please join us at 6:30 PM.
Sunday – Whole Foods
(Sunday, February 25th, 2018) Join us immediately following the long run for coffee and breakfast at Whole Foods on Waugh.
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WEEKLY EMAIL:

Tired of amateur hour for the weekly email? Next week welcome back our regular correspondent from foreign adventures!

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. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun.
Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:30 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:40 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.
**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**
WORD FROM THE BIRD
See the latest newsletter here!  http://www.bcrr.org/news-arch ive.html
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Your BCRR Board!!!
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Looking for an extra Reason2Race in 2018? Every mile you run or walk can get us a step closer to a world free from hunger and poverty when you run for Heifer International! Whether you are a triathlete, you want to get your whole family out on the course for fun, or you just want to make the world a better place, we NEED you! We have never been closer to finishing hunger for good than we are right now and you can help us reach the end. Join the team right here in Houston: https://my.reason2race.com/ cause/heiferinternational or anywhere in the world at www.teamheifer.org

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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

Monday, February 12, 2018

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - February 12th to February 18th



GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!!
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Looking for a Valentine for your favorite runner, CHECK HERE
Happy Valentine’s Day BCRR!
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**Alternate Parking for Wednesday Run**
There will be NO PARKING at First Christian Church this Wednesday, due to Ash Wednesday services. Please respect the church’s request and park in the surrounding neighborhoods, $2 Rice Lot, or bike to the run.  
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Law Week 8K – Saturday, February 17th
The Spring HARRA Series is quickly approaching! First up - the Law Week Fun Run 8K on Saturday, February 17th . Details and registration can be found HERE.
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BCRR Spring Family Picnic – Sunday, April 8th - The President’s Home
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2018 HARRA Spring Series
Date:
Name:
Location:
February 17, 2018
Sam Houston Park Downtown
March 17, 2018
Houston City Hall
April 14, 2018
Bellaire City Hall
April 28, 2018
Rice University Track
May 12, 2018
T.C. Jester Park
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
We'd like to extend a warm Bayou City welcome to our newest members! We look forward to seeing you at the next club run or social event!!
BCRR Birthdays:  
Happy Birthday to:
·        Audriana Schulz – February 12th
·        Georgia Albrecht & Karen Hasson – February 14th
·        Dexter Handy*, Margie McCarthy, & Robert Swanson – February 16th  
·        Don Hilber – February 17th
·        Mirka Jalovkova* & Helena Cheng* – February 18th  
Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
* = New Age Group
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:
Happy Hour – FM Kitchen & Bar
(Friday, February 16th, 2018) Join us at FM Kitchen & Bar (1112 Shepherd Dr.) a low-key gastropub with craft beers, Southern bar fare, & a roomy, dog-friendly patio. We will meet at 6:30PM
Sunday – Whole Foods
(Sunday, February 18th, 2018) Join us immediately following the long run for coffee and breakfast at Whole Foods on Waugh.
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. Following a loop around Memorial, we head to a dinner venue for post running fun.
Wednesday at Rice University: Every Wednesday evening we meet at 6:30 at Rice University (run leaves at 6:40 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.
**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**
WORD FROM THE BIRD
See the latest newsletter here!  http://www.bcrr.org/news-arch ive.html
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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