New Year's Day Run and Party - January 1, 2003   (posted 12/31/02)

You've heard all about it and we're having it again - New Year's Day, Noon, at 23rd & P St.s.   A costume or two.  A kick-ass trivia contest.  Prizes.  A little bit of running and walking.  A spot of coffee or tea.

And then it's on to Tony and Kathy's on Calvert St. for the Front Runner/Fleet Feet party from 2 to 6.

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Cherry Blossom Registration: Mail-in Open; On line Closed   (posted 12/22/02)

As of December 21st, 9:30am the on line registration process for the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run is closed.   Mail-in applications are still being accepted - Click here to download a PDF registration form from our site.   Or, get more information and a PDF registration form at www.cherryblossom.org.

If you want to run this race act now, it will fill up very soon.

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Christmas Fun Run and Refreshments - December 25th   (posted 12/19/02)

We will have a fun run Christmas Day at 10am at 23rd and P.   Feel free to wear your Santa hat and bells.   Following the run, you are invited to Lennie and Charlie's for refreshments. E-mail Lennie & Charlie for more information or if you need directions.   We can also car pool and return you to 23rd and P.

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DCFR Race Circuit to Sponsor Eight Runners  (posted 12/19/02)

Are you considering your first marathon but are a bit nervous?  DC Front Runners are here to help!   We will be offering sponsorship to four members to participate in the upcoming 2003 DC Marathon.   In addition to paying your $80 entry fee, we will provide you with weekly training schedules and tips absolutely FREE!   We will even be there to pace you in the marathon if necessary.

A random drawing will determine the four winners, whose names will be posted here on December 30th - and be announced in the subsequent weekly e-mail.   To get your name in the hat, e-mail the Race Director.   If you have already paid to enter the DC Marathon, you can still participate;   If your name is selected, your entry fee will be reimbursed. Act quickly, because the deadline is noon, December 27th.

In addition, the club is sponsoring four members to run the St. Patrick's Day 10K on March 15th.   Our goal is to increase participation and support inclusiveness in the Race Circuit.   E-mail the Race Director.   For the 10K sponsorship, the deadline is January 31, 2003.   The winners will be announced February 1st.

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Cherry Blossom Registration Open - December 16th   (posted 12/16/02)

The registration process for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run is now open.   Beat the crowds (and the Server Busy messages) and go directly to the Registration Page.   Get race information and link to the registration page at www.cherryblossom.org.

The race fills up very quickly, so register soon.  And remember, this one's on the DCFR Race Circuit!

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That's a Wrap! (a message from our Coordinator)   (posted 12/12/02)

Once again DC Front Runners came together in the festive spirit of the season to eat, drink and be ever so merry!   On Sunday, December 8th, over 140 DC Front Runners, loved ones and friends gathered at our adored All Souls Church to kick off the Holiday season.   As always, we were treated to a wide array of culinary delights made by our own running chefs.   Though the food line was long at times, it was given it's own source of entertainment thanks to Jerry Hadsell who provided us with a grand video display of club photos from the 2002 DCFR season.   We also thank Myra and Alcia (HB Productions) who kept the evening's activities in motion with their DJ talents.

A personal note of thanks to those adorable elves who arrived early and stayed late to help make the party simply great!!   Hanging lights, getting ice, setting tables, serving food and cleaning dishes, tables and more - such efforts deserve an award.   And most of all to everyone who came, who ate and chatted, danced and sang - thanks for sharing in the joy of the season with us all!

Wishing everyone the merriest of holidays and a happy new year!

Taneen

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DCFR Members Win Medals in Sydney   (posted 12/10/02 - updated 12/19/02)

Six DCFR members won medals at the Gay Games VI in Sydney, Australia.   Richard Strange won medals in 2 events - a Gold in the 4 X 200 Relay, and a Bronze in the Half Marathon. Jeff Dutton, Max Aguilar and Sonny Koerner won the Bronze medal in the 4 X 200 Relay (along with Tony Rodriquez of Philadelphia).   Brand new member Joan Darrah also won a Bronze medal; it was in the 10K (Track & Field).  A special thanks goes out to Chris Jameson who helped pace the marathoners at the end of his 10K. Congratulations to all the medal winners, and all who participated.

UPDATE - Raul Martinez won a Bronze medal in the Half Marathon!  Sorry for the omission, Raul.

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Cherry Blossom Registration Opens - December 16th   (posted 12/5/02)

The registration process for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run will open at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 16.   Entries will be taken on line at www.cherryblossom.org or through the mail.

The race fills up very quickly, so register soon.  And remember, this one's on the DCFR Race Circuit!

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George Washington Birthday Classic 10K - February 15th   (posted 12/5/02)

Date:   Saturday, February 15, 2003
Time:   8am (Rain or Shine)
Place: Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria VA

The City of Alexandria is running the George Washington Birthday Classic 10K on a fast, mostly flat, certified, paved course.   Beneficiaries include: Alexandria Police Youth Camp Foundation, Camp Virginia Jaycees and T.C.Williams High School Band Boosters.  

Click here to download a registration form from our site.  The form is in MS Word format (size 1.3MB).

For information call: 703-683-5561 (mention GWB 10K); or on line at www.washingtonbirthday.net

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Special Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - December 8th

Date:   Sunday, December 8th, 2002
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Mary Buonanno's home

We'll gather for a walk/run at 10 AM followed by a pot luck brunch. Please bring a dish to share. Near Takoma Park Metro's red line Station; please call 301-xxx-xxxx for information and directions.

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DCFR Holiday Party - December 8th

The DC Front Runners' Annual Holiday Party is scheduled for:

Date:   Sunday, December 8th, 2002
Time:   5pm - 10pm
Place: All Souls Episcopal Church, 2300 Cathedral Ave, NW

It's the grand bash that you've been waiting for. Tables groaning under their loads of food. Dancing. A little bit to drink. And conviviality like you wouldn't believe.

What do I bring? Let's start cooking now - a special dish for us and a few others. And also bring something to drink (soda, beer, wine, etc.).

How do you get there? We'll be at All Souls Episcopal Church at 2300 Cathedral Avenue NW. If you're unsure how to get there, the church has posted directions at www.allsoulsdc.org/contact/directions.html.

Can I help? Elves are always needed. If you would like to volunteer as a set-up elf, kitchen elf, clean-up elf, or one of the other positions, please e-mail Taneen at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org.

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Turkey Trot Update...

You must register in advance for the Thanksgiving Day Trot 5K. There will be no numbers issued and it is being treated as a fun run. Everyone should keep their own time and send to the race director to count as a circuit race (we are using the honor system). You should arrive at the Jefferson Memorial by 8:30 on the 28th.

Click here to download a registration form from our site. Or go to the Race Web Site to get a registration form and more info.

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Jingle Bell 10K - December 7th

The United We Stand 10K is scheduled for 11/9/02 at 8am.  Get more Information and online registration.

The Jingle Bell 10K is scheduled for 12/7/02 at 9am.  Get more Information and online registration.

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DCFR Members are "Bound for Glory" - October 24th

DCFR members Taneen Carvell, Richard Strange, Jorge Castillo, and Kevin Lorei appear in the October 24th edition of MetroWeekly (MW).  The article "Bound for Glory" includes portraits of these and other TeamDC members who are heading off to Sydney, Australia for the Gay Games in November.  Taneen (looking great) shares the cover photo with basketball player Derek Price.  Visit the MW web site to see the article and the accompanying pictures.

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Race Circuit Changes...

The DCFR Race Circuit has been updated to reflect the cancellation of the Nasdaq Veterans' Day 10K. The Race Directors have substituted the Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger (5K). Check out the Race Circuit page for more details.

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DCFRers Complete the Chicago Marathon - October 13th

Paula Radcliffe set a women's world record in the Chicago Marathon and a bunch of DCFR runners weren't far behind (it's all relative).  Listed in no particular order with Chip Time in parentheses:

• Mark Rozanski  (3:12:59)
• Taneen Carvell  (3:35:31)
• Dennis Amari  (3:41:47)
• Brian Ray  (3:17:59)
• Anthony Redman  (4:32:42)
• Allen Greenberg  (3:13:55)
• Tony Santucci  (3:45:24)

Marty Rouse in the News

DCFR member Marty Rouse is featured in the Community Profile section of this month's Out in the Mountains newspaper.  He talks about Vermont politics, working in the Clinton administration, and moving back to Vermont.  There's a great photo of Marty with his son Sasha, and DCFR even gets a minor mention at the end. Click here to see the article.

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IFR Sponsors Events in Sydney

The International Front Runners is sponsoring group activities before and during the Gay Games for runners from the various clubs.  Click here get more information from IFR.  You may also want to visit the Sydney club's site.

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Team DC Fundraiser in MW - September 17th

The Team DC Wine Tasting Fundraiser was featured in the 9/26 edition of MW (MetroWeekly). See the pictures on the MW web site.

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DCFR Anniversary Party and Elections 2002 - September 22nd

The DC Front Runners' 2002 anniversary party was held on September 22 and was a great success. Thanks again to Phil and Brian for hosting the party!   In addition to all the food and fun, elections were held for the Executive Team, and awards were presented as follows:

The first place award for the 2001-2002 Race Circuit went to Scott Walsberger. Other top winners were: Jeff Green - second place, Lennie Carter - third place, Charlie Divan - fourth place, and Michael Glikes and Taneen Carvell - tied for fifth place.

Other awards went to Allen Greenberg and Scott Walsberger for Most Improved runners and to Joan, Sarah and Liam for Best Front Stroller.

The recipient of the annual Race Director Award was Warren Snaider for his significant contributions to the club.

If you missed the awards ceremony, please contact Lennie Carter to pick up your certificate.

Visit the DCFR Gallery for pictures of party goers and award winners.

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Team DC Pep Rally with Mayor Williams - October 8th

Tuesday, October 8th, 6 PM
Location: Cobalt - 17th & R Streets

It is our opportunity to introduce our Team DC in Uniform. Plan to wear it that day for the Photo Op. Tony Anderson hopes to have our Singlets back from the manufacturer too, so plan to pick yours up. Team DC members will get a complimentary drink.

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Special Women's Run/Walk and Potluck - October 6th

Save the date for this special event! Sunday, October 6th, 10 AM
Joan & Sarah's

We'll gather for a walk/run at 10am followed by a potluck brunch. Please bring a dish to share!

Please call for driving directions; 'Ride On' is number 16; get off at Elm Avenue Stop. Cross the Street, walk down Elm 3 blocks.

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Army Ten Miler 2002 - October 20th

Registration is CLOSED.

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