Monday, April 19, 2021

BCRR WEEKLY UPDATE - April 19th to April 25th


GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS - 

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The Return of BCRR Social Events



Starting May 1st, the BCRR social scene will be up and running with the return of Happy Hour, Sunday morning breakfast, and in-person running events!


The BCRR Board kindly requests that you attend these events following receipt of the COVID vaccination or a recent negative test to minimize the risk to yourself and others. Wearing a mask is still strongly encouraged and may be required at the venues we patronize.  


Happy Hour - The FIRST 2021 BCRR Happy Hour will be Friday, May 7th @ Bacco Wine Garden (3615 Montrose Blvd) beginning at 7PM. The location has ample outdoor seating for us to gather and finally share a drink!


Sunday Breakfast - Following the Sunday morning run, join BCRR at HEB on Washington (3663 Washington Ave) for coffee and breakfast! There is an outdoor patio to sip your coffee and chat with friends. 


The Wednesday post-run beer is still on hiatus as Vahalla remains closed. 

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BCRR Bayou Bash Relay - 

Sunday, May 16th @ 9AM

This year, the Bayou Bash Relay will be held as an intraclub competition for BCRR. The 4 person x 2 mile relay will be held at Hermann Park in place of a Sunday long run, with a picnic to follow. 


Team Captains will be:

Women - Mirka: Jalovcova.mirka@gmail.com

Men - Joe:  thatsjoesmail@yahoo.com


Additional location, course, and picnic details to follow. 

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2021-2022 BCRR Board Elections

CALLING ALL NOMINATIONS!!! 

We are officially accepting nominations for each of the Board positions listed below! Please email christinaBCRR@gmail.com to nominate yourself or another club member! 


  • President

  • Vice President

  • Secretary

  • Treasurer

  • Member at Large


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Sunday NEEDS Hydration!


Who likes water during the Sunday long runs? Especially in the summer! Our Sunday morning hydration team could use a little more help as people go on vacation. Please contact Loris - Loris0105@yahoo.com for more information on how to volunteer!

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New Members:

 

We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!

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BCRR Birthdays:  

Happy Birthday to:

  • Robert Brown - April 21st

  • Kathleen Carrier - April 24th

 

Hope you have a spectacular day!!!

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SOCIAL CALENDAR:

 

All social events to return in May!  

 

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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:

Please note that times and locations have changed. 


Mellow Monday Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 7PM

Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park & dinner to follow. 


Wednesday Run:

Location: First Christian Church 

Time: **6:30PM**

Details: We are not permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time. 


Friday Speedwork:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 5:30AM

Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information-  p_griffiths@bellsouth.net


Sunday Long Run:

Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center

Time: 6:30AM

Details: Water will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. 


**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**


If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks. 

 

~BCRR Board