Tuesday, December 31, 2019

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 30 to January 5


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!
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Happy New Year BCRR!!
There will be no supported run on Wednesday, January 1st. Check Facebook if you’re in search of a running buddy! 
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Bayou Run Redo - Sunday, January 5th
Join us for a break from River Oaks and run the Buffalo Bayou.
Afterwards - head to Tacodeli (1902 Washington Ave) for delish breakfast and lunch tacos! 
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Sunday Funday @ April Murphy’s Art Studio
January 5th
Celebrate the end of marathon training with a Sunday Funday, January 5th at April Murphy’s Art Studio (2101 Winter St. Studio 3B). The 2020 Houston Marathon artwork by April Murphy (pictured above) will be on display! BCRR will provide pizza, just BYOB! 
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2020 Chevron Houston Marathon & 
Aramco Half Marathon
Full details will be posted in next week’s BCRR email. For additional information visit the Marathon Info Page on BCRR.org 

**Anyone interested in volunteering for the Mile 20 Hoopla Tent with Susan Cita - register HERE using the code BCRR20 - you will receive all the volunteer swag including a jacket!**
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John’s Looooooong Run - Sunday, December 29th

Thanks to all who ran, cooked, supported, and listened to the stories of John’s Looooong Run!! The weather thankfully took a turn for the better and we got our miles in. And now…..


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2019 HARRA FALL SERIES
Date
Race
Location
October 6, 2019
University of Houston - Clear Lake
October 27, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
November 9, 2019
December 1, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
December 15, 2109
Sugar Land Town Square, Sugar Land
January 19, 2020
George R. Brown Convention Center, Downtown Houston
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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:
  • Anna Helm - December 30th
  • Ralph Castillo - January 1st
  • Vicki Jones & Manpreet Kaur - January 2nd
  • Justyna Paczkowska - January 3rd

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour - Gingerman
(Friday, January 3rd, 2020) Head over to Gingerman (5607 Morningside Dr.) A cozy dive bar with draft beer and just down the street from Torchy’s Tacos! See you starting at 7PM.

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 7:00 PM. 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 PM 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 Tennis Center (Old 0 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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Monday, December 23, 2019

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 23 to December 29


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!
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Merry Christmas BCRR!!
There will be no supported run on Wednesday, December 25th. Check Facebook if you’re in search of a running buddy! 
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John’s Looooooong Run - Sunday, December 29th
Please see the below for details firsthand from John Phillips:
OK people, it’s time to make plans for John’s Loooooong run, the last long run before the marathon. The program is the same as the last 3 years. The date is Sunday December 29th.  We will be starting at 326 Terrace Drive, less than a mile from the tennis center. The start is 6:30am rain or shine, so arrive early enough to drop your bags at the house and meet everyone. Late arrivers may have a long walk due to parking. We will have 6 water/Gatorade stops along the way. Also a clothing drop next to the water fountain as you leave the park. (~mile 3) The whole loop is 21 miles. But there are many ways to shorten as needed. Check out the route map. After the run join everyone for a multi-course breakfast including adult drinks. There will be a hot tub and pool to relax in also so bring a towel. If it’s raining or you are really sweaty please try to dry off a little before coming inside. We are pleased to have the Houston Striders joining us. So you vets help guide them along, we don’t want to lose anyone on the road. 

For all this great food and fun we only ask 2 things. 

  1. First please RSVP to Christina - christinabcrr@gmail.com so we can get a headcount to make sure there is enough food. And sending an e-mail 12 hours before the run doesn’t count. 
  2. Second - we ask for a $8-$10 donation to help cover the cost (this run does not turn a profit). The donation can be placed before or after you run just don’t forget. Also if the fee is too high for your budget donate what you can. We don’t want a few dollars keeping you from joining the fun.   

Let’s have another great BCRR event.
~John Phillips
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2019 HARRA FALL SERIES
Date
Race
Location
October 6, 2019
University of Houston - Clear Lake
October 27, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
November 9, 2019
December 1, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
December 15, 2109
Sugar Land Town Square, Sugar Land
January 19, 2020
George R. Brown Convention Center, Downtown Houston
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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:
  • Gary Wood - December 27th
  • Sarah Diez - December 29th

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour - Axelrad
(Friday, December 27th, 2019) Head over to Axelrad (1517 Alabama St) A brightly lit craft beer house with a patio and pizza nextdoor! See you starting at 7PM.

Sunday – Whole Foods

(Sunday, December 29th) - Join BCRR at the Whole Foods on Waugh for coffee and breakfast following the Sunday long run!

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:
Mellow Monday- Join us every Monday for a 3 mile recovery run around Memorial Park at 7:00 PM. 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 PM 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 Tennis Center (Old 0 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
******
Your BCRR Board!!!
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Monday, December 16, 2019

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - December 16 to December 22


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS!
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Christmas Recap:
Christmas Lights Run
Thanks to all who joined for the Christmas Lights Run! It was a lovely evening filled with Christmas lights of River Oaks!
Christmas Party
The BCRR Christmas Party was a festive event with live music, Moscow Mules, and plenty of crazy sweaters to go around. Thanks for attending!!
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John’s Looooooong Run - Sunday, December 29th
Please see the below for details firsthand from John Phillips:

OK people, it’s time to make plans for John’s Loooooong run, the last long run before the marathon. The program is the same as the last 3 years. The date is Sunday December 29th.  We will be starting at 326 Terrace Drive, less than a mile from the tennis center. The start is 6:30am rain or shine, so arrive early enough to drop your bags at the house and meet everyone. Late arrivers may have a long walk due to parking. We will have 6 water/Gatorade stops along the way. Also a clothing drop next to the water fountain as you leave the park. (~mile 3) The whole loop is 21 miles. But there are many ways to shorten as needed. Check out the route map. After the run join everyone for a multi-course breakfast including adult drinks. There will be a hot tub and pool to relax in also so bring a towel. If it’s raining or you are really sweaty please try to dry off a little before coming inside. We are pleased to have the Houston Striders joining us. So you vets help guide them along, we don’t want to lose anyone on the road. 

For all this great food and fun we only ask 2 things. 

  1. First please RSVP to Christina - christinabcrr@gmail.com so we can get a headcount to make sure there is enough food. And sending an e-mail 12 hours before the run doesn’t count. 
  2. Second - we ask for a $8-$10 donation to help cover the cost (this run does not turn a profit). The donation can be placed before or after you run just don’t forget. Also if the fee is too high for your budget donate what you can. We don’t want a few dollars keeping you from joining the fun.   

Let’s have another great BCRR event.
~John Phillips

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Ft. Bend KIA 30K - Sunday, December 15th
Congrats to all who braved the humid conditions during the Ft. Bend KIA 30K.
Next up… Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon!
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2019 HARRA FALL SERIES
Date
Race
Location
October 6, 2019
University of Houston - Clear Lake
October 27, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
November 9, 2019
December 1, 2019
Sam Houston Park, Downtown Houston
December 15, 2109
Sugar Land Town Square, Sugar Land
January 19, 2020
George R. Brown Convention Center, Downtown Houston
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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:
  • Jackie Tobin - December 13th
  • Claire Daum & Tina Reynolds - December 16th
  • Priya Pisipati - December 17th
  • Maria Hutchinson - December 19th
  • Claudia Verm - December 20th

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

Happy Hour - Buffalo Bayou Brewery
(Friday, December 20th, 2019) Head over to the Buffalo Bayou Brewery (2101 Summer St) Check out the new brew house of Houston’s growing brewery . See you starting at 7PM.

Sunday – Whole Foods

(Sunday, December 22nd) - Join BCRR at the Whole Foods on Waugh for coffee and breakfast following the Sunday long run!

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:
Mellow Monday- Join us every Monday for a 3 mile recovery run around Memorial Park at 7:00 PM. 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 PM 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 Tennis Center (Old 0 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
******
Your BCRR Board!!!
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