New Year's Day Run and Open House - January 1st, NOON!  (posted 12/23/03)

For the New Year's Day Run/Walk we make an exception to the 10 am rule.   We'll assemble at noon (i.e., 12 o'clock high) for the run/walk to give everybody enough time to wake up.   There will be NO evening run/walk even though it's Thursday.

Also on New Year's Day, DCFR's own Tony and Kathy will once again treat the runners to an open house.   Come on over to 1953-C Calvert Street NW at two-ish (Kathy's term) for lots of food and camaraderie with members of DCFR and the gang from Fleet Feet.

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  Christmas Day Run and Brunch - December 25th, 10am  (posted 12/23/03)

We will get together at 10 for the run, and then Charlie and Lennie will host a post-run brunch.   After the run, we will car pool to their house at 1616 Taylor St (1/2 half block west of the 4100 block of 16th St. NW).   There will be NO evening run/walk even though it's Thursday.

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  Boxing Day Run and Walk - December 26th, 10am  (posted 12/23/03)

"Boxing Day, a day on which one is nice to one's lessers," a sardonic quote from one of the Brits in DCFR.   If you're one of the folks who has not decamped and you're not at work, come on down to 23rd and P.   We'll run, we'll walk, we'll dish, we'll eat.   And then some of us will join the hordes who are shopping for bargains.

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  DCFR Holiday Party is Still On! - December 7th, 5pm  (posted 12/06/03)

Based on the weather forecasts, we expect that this weekend's snow mess will be over by Sunday.   Accordingly, we see no reason to postpone the party at this time.   However, if the weather forecast changes, or if snow or sleet continues to fall into Sunday, we will take a second look at this decision.   Please check the website and your email on Sunday for any announcements pertaining to a last minute cancellation should conditions so warrant.   However, our intention at this time is that the party will be held as planned.   Happy Holidays!

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  DCFR Holiday Party - December 7th, 5pm  (reposted 11/30/03)

Date:   Sunday, December 7th, 2003
Time:   5pm - 9pm
Place: All Souls Episcopal Church, 2300 Cathedral Ave, NW

The grand tradition continues! Please join us for food, dancing, conversation, comradery and a bit to drink to celebrate the season and each other at this annual festive event.   As usual, the event is pot-luck, so we ask that you again test your culinary skills and create a special dish for you and about six others.   Drinks are welcome too; soda, juice, beer and wine are always needed.

Location, location, location! 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.

Volunteers are needed to make this event a success.   "Elves" are needed to set things up, to clean things up, and to help out in general.   We thank you for in advance for your support.   Please e-mail Taneen at party@dcfrontrunners.org, or Paul at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org for more information.

Special thanks goes out to Taneen Carvell for organizing this event. Isn’t she fabulous?!?!

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  "Women Running Away"?  The Blade Examines DCFR... (posted 11/26/03)

The November 21st issue of the Washington Blade takes a look at the gender disparity in our club.   Read the article at washingtonblade.com.   You can tell us what you think about it all by visiting our Contact Us page and sending us a message.   Your feedback and ideas are appreciated.  

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  Thanksgiving Day Runs and Races - November 27th  (posted 11/16/03)

DCFR will not be holding its regular Thursday evening run.   However, there is both a DCFR Circuit race and a DCFR Holiday Fun Run that morning...

THANKSGIVING DAY TROT - The Second Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger will take place at 8:30am at the Awakening Statue on Hains Point.   It's a 5K, it's part of the DCFR Race Circuit, and proceeds will benefit So Others Might Eat (SOME).   Details and registration at http://www.some.org/trot-main.html.

DCFR HOLIDAY FUN RUN - Before the feasting.   Before the football games.   Before the family visit.   Try a stress-breaking run or walk of a few miles.   Gather at 10 am at 23rd & P, exercise a bit, and then go off to the rest of the day's activities.

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  Race Director's Report - Veterans Day 10K  (posted 11/13/03)

The race directors were extremely pleased to see 22 of their teammates show up on a cold, blustery Sunday morning to run the Veterans Day 10K.   Kip Pierson, who was the first Front Runner to finish, and Chase Maggiano, who ran his first 10K, both placed third in their age groups.   This was also the first 10K for Kei Koizumi and the first race ever for Rich Lewis, who started the year as a walker.   In addition to Kip and Chase, Michael Glikes, John Bean, Mac Meccariello, Lennie Carter, Mark Rozanski, and Michael Mullen also placed in the top 10% of all runners.   Allen Haywood should be noted for running 3 miles with the group Saturday morning, running a 5K Saturday afternoon, and running the 10K Sunday morning.   Check out DCFR results on the Race Circuit page.

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  Veterans Day Fun Run - November 11th, 10am  (reposted 11/05/03)

Veterans Day will be observed on Tuesday, November 11th. As a result, DCFR will host both a morning fun run at 10am, and the regular Tuesday evening run at 7pm.   The morning run will start at 23rd and P Streets.   The evening run will meet at Union Station, as usual this time of year.  

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  Race Director's Report - Marine Corps Marathon  (posted 11/01/03)

For the past 18 weeks, many DC Front Runners diligently trained for the Marine Corps Marathon.   At least 6 visitors along with 23 DC Front Runners completed the 28th running of the marathon on October 26th.   They trained in the rain and the heat (and of course never complaining).   The enthusiasm of the group was contagious.   Some of the runners were gunning for a Boston qualifying time, some wanted to do PRs, while others just wanted to finish and not be in last place.   Maybe everyone did not achieve his or her personal goal, but each runner should be very proud that he or she completed the marathon.   Check out DCFR results on the Race Circuit page.

A special acknowledgement should go to Boston qualifiers Mac Meccariello and Vince Micone.   Special thanks goes to Allen Haywood for hosting the post marathon party.   Alex Carrion arrived with his four marathon medals that he earned over the past year.   Also, thanks go to the many Front Runner cheerleaders and pacers that helped to motivate all of us.

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - November 9th   (posted 10/20/03)

Date:  Sunday, November 9, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Mary Ann Krayer and Susan Messina's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.  
Call the phone number listed above for more information.   Children are welcome.

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  Marine Corps Marathon Cheerleaders - October 26th, 9am  (posted 10/17/03)

DCFR needs a cheering squad so mark your calendars for October 26, 2003, to cheer on your friends and fellow Front Runners who will be running this year's 28th Marine Corp's Marathon.   The race begins at 8:30 am sharp and don't forget to set your clocks back the night before!   The DC Front Runners will be gathering in front of the Front Runner banner to support the runners at the 13 mile point on the North Side of the Lincoln Memorial.   We plan to meet at 9 am.   That way, you will get to see the elite runners pass.   After 9 am, it will become congested and may be difficult to get to the Lincoln Memorial.   Wear a DC Front Runner shirt and bring something to wave as the runners pass.   After our runners pass mile 13, go around the corner of the Lincoln to mile 18 and continue to cheer.   Bring cameras and share the photos with our webmaster.

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  Marathon Party - October 26th, 3pm  (posted 10/17/03)

Date:  Sunday, October 26, 2003
Time:  3pm
Place: Allen Haywood's home  

DCFR continues our tradition of honoring the club's marathoners and supporters by hosting a post-Marine Corps Marathon party.   We encourage you to adorn yourselves with running medals that you earned since last year's Marine Corps Marathon.   The event is pot luck, so please bring a dish or drinks to feed approximately six people.   Special thanks goes out to Allen to opening up his home for the afternoon (and it's near the Eastern Market Metro!).   Best of luck to all those running a marathon this fall season.  

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  Baltimore Marathon - October 18th  (posted 10/17/03)

For those of you interested in a day-trip, the third annual Baltimore Running Festival will be held on Saturday, October 18th.   In addition to the premier event, the Baltimore Marathon, runners will be offered the option to run a half-marathon, a 4-person relay or a 5K.   A festival will follow. The Baltimore Front Runners are planning a full day of events and have welcomed us to participate.   In addition to sponsoring a water stop, the Baltimore Front Runners are planning, of course, a post-marathon party that promises to spill into the evening hours.   For more information about the Baltimore Running Festival, please go to www.thebaltimoremarathon.com.   If you wish to participate in any of the Baltimore Front Runner events, please contact Dave Barnett.

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  Columbus Day Fun Run - October 13th, 10am  (posted 10/07/03)

Join us for a holiday fun run on Columbus Day!   Monday, October 13th is a federal holiday, so come on down to 23rd and P at 10:00 am.   We'll walk, we'll run, and then we'll eat.

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - September 28th   (posted 09/15/03)

Date:  Sunday, September 28, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Deirdre Joy's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.  
Children are welcome.

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  Tuesday Runs Go Back to Union Station - September 16th   (posted 09/13/03)

The Tuesday night run/walk meeting place changes back to Union Station on September 16th.   We meet in the Great Hall, toward the east end.   Don't forget to bring some money to share a meal downstairs after the run or walk.

Visit our Run With Us page for more details about club run/walks.  

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  Race Circuit News...  (posted 08/30/03)

The 2002 - 2003 Race Circuit is completed!   The results have been tabulated and will be announced, and the trophies awarded, at the Anniversary Party on September 14th.   The 2003 - 2004 Race Circuit has been decided and will be posted on the Race Circuit page very soon.  

Race Directors' Report from Annapolis...

Eddie Valentine led the DC Front Runners with an amazing 1:02:34 finish to place 4th in his division and 50th overall.   Besides the basic "I had to get up at 4:30 a.m. to run a hilly 10 mile race" whining from fellow Front Runners, everyone had a good time and everyone placed in the top 1/3.   18 Front Runners completed the race.   The race, always known as a challenging course that is scheduled on one of the hottest days of the year had some slight changes.   The course did not go through the naval academy but the change made the first four miles hillier.   A loop was added at mile 7 to take you slightly downhill then back up again to go back over the Severn River.   We were spared from the heat with mild temperatures with low humidity.   Mac Meccariello and Rodney Van Nostrand, along with Eddie, were given special Annapolis pins for placing in the top 200.   Visit our Race Results page to see all the DCFR results.  

Race Updates...

Philadelphia Distance Run - Sunday, September 21 - Registration is open, fee is $40 ($45 after 9/18).
Army 10 Miler - Sunday, October 5 - Register Now! the race is almost full.
Georgetown Classic 10K - has been cancelled for 2003.

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  Labor Day Fun Run - September 1st, 10am  (posted 08/30/03)

Doing anything for Labor Day? Of course not - we have the day off.   So, if you're not at the beach, come on down to 23rd and P at 10:00 am.   We'll walk, we'll run, we may even try to answer a trivia question or two.   And then we'll eat. The routes - as always - are a surprise.

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  DCFR Anniversary Party - September 14th   (posted 08/19/03)

Date:  Sunday, September 14, 2003
Time:  2pm - whenever
Place: Brian Reagan's home  

Front Runners and their guests are invited to the DC Front Runners Anniversary Party.   Mark your calendars to join in the festivities, including: Race Circuit Awards and Prizes, Election of DCFR Officers, and a host of food and fun as always.   Brian Reagan has graciously offered his home for the occasion.   Directions and offers to car pool will be provided in upcoming weekly emails and online.   People are asked to bring a dish to pass and/or beverages to share.
In celebration of Mexico's celebration of Independence on September 16, 2003, a salsa flare to the festivities is encouraged.

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  Philadelphia Frontrunners 20th Anniversary Celebration - Sept 19-21 
(posted 08/12/03)

DCFR has been invited to join the Philadelphia Frontrunners for their 20th Anniversary Celebration Sept 19-21, 2003 and the party of the decade!   The Philadelphia Distance run, a fabulous all you can eat Dinner, Brunch and very cool entertainment will be the highlights of the weekend.  

Download a copy of their flyer - Acrobat (PDF) Version or MS Word (DOC) Version.   For more information visit their web site at www.frontrunnersphila.org.   If you have additional questions, or need hosted housing etc., please email Bob Andress directly at @hotmail.com.

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  Membership Renewal  (posted 07/17/03)

The DCFR membership year has ended (5/31/03) and it's time for most members to renew their memberships.   Excepted are those new members who joined in 2003 and whose memberships already run through in May 2004.   This year DCFR is offering 3 options for renewing membership:

• Online Membership Registration using Sign me up SPORTS (accepts new members too)
• A Printable Membership Form - fill out this form online, print it out and mail it to us with a check.
• Offline Renewal - receive a form by email or mail, complete and return with a check by mail.

  2004 DC Marathon Needs Your Help   (posted 08/19/03)

DC Front Runners recently sent the Mayor's Office a letter of support for the cause below.   Please consider signing the email petition below to show your individual support...  

From the organizers of the "Unofficial" 2003 DC Marathon:
We need your help to make sure there is a 2004 DC Marathon.   We are ready for this fantastic event to happen, but we need to encourage the District of Columbia to take action now - and designate us as the marathon event organizer.
Please visit this link (www.dcmarathon.org) by Thursday, August 21st and send an electronic petition to the Mayor's Office.  

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  Race Directors' Report from Rockville...  (posted 07/30/03)

Raul Martinez led the pack of 27 FrontRunners in the 18th running of the Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest 8K.   The DC FrontRunners Geezers came in third place in the masters division.   The team consisted of:

1. 34:04   Brian Ray
2. 34:30   Lennie Carter
3. 35:34   Charles Divan
4. 37:41   Joan Nugent
5. 38:07   Blake Rushin
6. 35:49   Kurt Kehl

  DCFR Members Appear in the Current WRR  (posted 07/02/03)

J Ford Huffman makes a cameo appearance in the July - August 2003 issue of Washington Running Report.   Pick up a copy and turn to page 22 for nice captioned picture of J Ford finishing the Sallie Mae 10K.   Also in the Sallie Mae spread (on page 20), Rembert Peiper gets a color picture, but no mention. He's wearing a Team DC shirt in the very first photo.   For those with really sharp vision, check out the photo to the right of Rembert.  On the right hand side, waaayyy in the background is Charlie Divan in this trademark blue bandana.   Scott Walsberger sneaks into this issue on page 43.  He's not mentioned in the caption, but that's him in the background of the lower, left-hand photo.

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  DC Road Runners Sponsored Races - July 23rd & 30th   (posted 07/17/03)

Looking for some good, short (and cheap!) races to run in the heat of July?   Consider these 2 sponsored by the DC Road Runners:   The Belle Haven 8K will be held on Wednesday, July 23 and the Track championship (one mile and 3K) is on Wednesday, July 30.   Visit the DCRR web site and check out their Race Calendar.

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - July 20th   (posted 07/07/03)

Date:  Sunday, July 20, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Ann Ross and Blake Rushin's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.  
Call 703.xxx.xxxx for more information and directions.   Children are welcome.

Equality Fairfax is having their picnic that afternoon. Ann and Blake think it might be fun to go there after the DCFR brunch. Lots of nice people tend to go to those (many women) and all are welcome, not just Fairfax Residents. It's...

Sunday, July 20th
noon-4:00pm
Nottoway Park, Vienna
Children and dogs welcome. Sorry, no alcohol.
RSVP to picnic@EqualityFairfax.org
Click here for more information: www.equalityfairfax.org

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  Independence Day Fun Run - July 4th, 10am  (posted 06/30/03)

DC Front Runners will get together to observe Independence Day with exercise and eating.  Now that's a surprise!  
We may have a special route; we may have a trivia contest.   It's a secret.  

If enough of us bring food to eat and to share, we can make ourselves a picnic afterward either at Shevchenko Park or down on P Street Beach.   We'll start both the run and walk at 10:00am.

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  Spotted in the Blade - Glances / Men - June 20th  (posted 06/24/03)

SAT @ 10:30 AM 22ND & P After your Run.  Me: outside my apt bldg waiting for a friend.   You: Walking down P St w/group of guys. We caught each others attention.   I would like to actually say "hi" next time.  

If you're the lucky boy just call OutLine 9717.   And let us know the outcome.   Read it at WashingtonBlade.com

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  From the Race Director...  (posted 06/17/03)

It's too hot.  It's too hilly.  What am I doing here?   So went the Lawyers Have Heart 10K race and whine-athon.   Regardless, the women had a great day as Joan Nugent placed 1st, Blake Rushin placed 6th, and Susan Clay placed 9th in their divisions.   Mac Meccariello was the first Front Runner to cross the finish line in a personal record time and placed 10th in his division.   Visit our Race Results page to see all the DCFR results, and see some photos.

DCFR Race Circuit Update: The 2003-2003 race circuit ends on August 24th and there are only 2 DCFR circuit races left (listed below).   Visit our Race Circuit page for complete information about the Race Circuit and web links for more information about the remaining races.

Twilight Runfest 8K - Saturday, July 19, 8:45pm - Registration is open, fee is $22 ($25 after 7/12).
Annapolis 10 Mile Run - Saturday, August 24, 7:30am - Registration opens June 1, fee is $35.

Also, the 2003 Army Ten-Miler will be held on Sunday, October 5th. Registration is now open.

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  Lottery Results for Marine Corps Marathon Entries  (posted 05/30/03)

The Race Directors received 16 requests for our 10 entries to the Marine Corps Marathon (for guaranteed entry to the race).   Hence, a lottery was held and the 10 winners are...

Kurt Kehl, Ken Buja, Joan Nugent, Susan Clay, Mac Meccariello, Mary Ann Krayer, Kip Pierson, Murray Scheel, Alan Teitzman and Jason Currington.  

Please contact Lennie Carter at racedirector@dcfrontrunners.org if you have any questions.  

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  DCFR Needs Volunteers for Capital Pride - June 7th & 8th   (posted 05/21/03)

We need your help!  DCFR has signed up for both the Saturday parade and the Sunday festival (our own booth) for this year's Capital Pride.   We need coordinators for the DCFR parade contingent and DCFR booth, as well as parade participants, and people to staff the DCFR booth.   If you are interested, please let us know what you'd like to do and when you're available by sending an email to pride@dcfrontrunners.org.

Visit the Capital Pride web site for more information about this year's pride week.

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - June 1st   (posted 05/20/03)

Date:  Sunday, June 1, 2003

What:  The Mitzvah 5K Run - 2.5K Walk - and Wheel Chair Roll
Time:  10am
Place: Arlington-Fairfax Jewish Congregation  
          2920 Arlington Blvd
          Arlington, VA
          www.arfax.org/entry.html

What:  Women's Pot Luck Brunch
Time:  11:30am
Place: Susan Clay and Dianne Driscoll's home  

Join the DCFR women for something a little different this month.   We are combining the Pot Luck with the Mitzvah 5K - Susan said its a fun race.   You can enter on line at www.arfax.org/entry.html.   If there are people who don't want to participate in the 5K run or 2.5K walk, we can accommodate.   You'll still get some exercise!

We can pack our food in coolers and go to Susan and Dianne's after the race to eat.   They will have maps to give out to anyone going from the race to the pot luck.   The race is one mile from their place so it's a very easy trip.

Call 703-xxx-xxxx for more information and directions.  

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  DCFR Turns Out For Capitol Hill Classic - May 18th  (posted 05/20/03)

As DCFR runners awoke to dark, rainy skies, a handful promptly returned to bed.   The other 26 of us braved the rain and completed the 24th Annual Capitol Hill Classic 10K.   Highlights of the race included Scott Walsberger finishing 17th overall, Blake Rushin finishing 2nd in her division, Scott Palmer injuring his leg at mile 1 but still finishing, and the Ben & Jerry's ice cream sandwiches at the end of the race (low turnout meant more for us!).  It has been said that we are an eating club with a running disorder.

Visit the Race Results page and the Photo Gallery to see results and pictures.

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  Sallie Mae: Challenge Met; Record Set - May 11th  (posted 05/15/03)

The Race Directors are extremely pleased that 52 DC Front Runners met the Sallie Mae Challenge and ran the Sallie Mae 10K.   The challenge was to set a record of more than 50 runners in a circuit race.   The prior record was set in this year's Cherry Blossom Ten Miler.   We also easily surpassed last year's Sallie Mae tally of 22 runners.   In addition, 10 Front Runners from New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Baltimore joined us in this year's race.

Visit the Race Results page and the Photo Gallery to see results and pictures.

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  DCFR Has 10 Marine Corps Marathon Entries  (posted 05/01/03)

Our club has received 10 guaranteed entries for the Marine Corps Marathon.   If you are interested, please contact Lennie Carter at racedirector@dcfrontrunners.org by May 31.   If more than 10 responses are received, a lottery will be held to select 10 runners.

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  Race Circuit Updates   (posted 04/29/03)

Here's the latest on upcoming DCFR Circuit Races.   Visit our Race Circuit page for web links & more information.

Bay Bridge Run 10K - Sunday, May 4, 7:00am - Race has been CANCELLED.
Sallie Mae 10K - Sunday, May 11, 8:00am - Registration is open, fee is $25. This is Spring Fling weekend!
Capital Hill Classic 10K - Sunday, May 18, 8:30am - Registration is open, fee is $22 ($25 race day).
Race for the Cure 5K - Saturday, June 7, 8:30am - Registration is open, fee is $30 online; $25 mail-in.
Lawyers Have Heart 10K - Saturday, June 14, 8:00am - Registration is open, fee is $25 ($32 after 5/31).
Twilight Runfest 8K - Saturday, July 19, 8:45pm - Registration is open, fee is $22 ($25 after 7/12).
Annapolis 10 Mile Run - Saturday, August 24, 7:30am - Registration opens June 1, fee is $35.

Also, the 2003 Army Ten-Miler will be held on Sunday, October 5th. Registration is now open.

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  Sallie Mae Challenge - May 11th   (posted 04/28/03)

The gauntlet has been thrown down, and the race is approaching quickly.   The challenge is to surpass a record participation of 50 Front Runners who ran the Cherry Blossom Ten Miler, so register now.   Click here for details and registration Be sure to wear something to identify yourself as a DC Front Runner.   If you do not have a shirt, immediately contact Buddy Ward. Make a fashion statement.   You'll also want to collect the fabulous circuit points.

Come to packet pick-up on Friday or Saturday only and receive an Improv Comedy Club VIP pass good for two at the Improv in the District.   For more details and course map, see link above.

Don't forget to register for the DCFR Spring Fling events the same weekend!

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  GW Parkway Classic 10 Mile Run - April 27th   (posted 04/11/03)

Race along the GW Parkway from Mount Vernon to Old Town Alexandria on Sunday, April 27.   Park in Old Town and a shuttle bus takes you to Mount Vernon for the start of this one way, point-to-point course from Mount Vernon to Oronoco Bay Park.   With views of the Potomac at its widest and picturesque Old Town, this is a unique race and a fast course.   Not up to running ten miles? There also is a 5K race starting at Belle Haven Park.

After the race, you are invited for refreshments at the home of Michael Glikes: 1004 Pendleton Street, only a few blocks from the finish line.   Weather permitting, bagels, juice, and coffee will be served in the backyard.   You can register at Pacers at 1301 King Street, Alexandria, or on-line: www.gwparkwayclassicrace.com.   For more information or to RSVP, please contact Michael Glikes.

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - April 27th   (reposted 04/11/03)

Date:  Sunday, April 27, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Joan Nugent's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.   Call 301.xxx.xxxx for more information and directions.   Children are welcome.

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  Tuesday Runs Go Back to 23rd and P Streets - April 8th   (posted 04/01/03)

After much deliberation, consultation and constipation, it's finally settled!   The Tuesday night run/walk meeting place changes back to 23rd and P Streets NW on April 8th.   (NOT April 15th, as previously announced/posted - Sorry for the confusion!).   April 1st will be the last run at Union Station until September.

Visit our Run With Us page for more details about club run/walks.  

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  Unofficial DC Marathon Happy Hour - April 2nd   (posted 03/31/03)

From Bob Schneider (and the folks who organized the Unofficial DC Marathon) to the DC Front Runners...
"We really appreciated your help with the Unofficial Marathon last weekend, so we wanted to invite you to join us for an Unofficial Happy Hour this Wednesday.   Below is a message that we sent to registered race participants, but we want to invite everyone in the local running community, even if you did not run or volunteer last weekend.   Let's celebrate! See you Wednesday!"

UNOFFICIAL HAPPY HOUR ANNOUNCEMENT:
Many, many thanks to all of you for coming out to show your support for running a marathon in Washington, DC!   We were so happy to see so many runners prove what months and months of training can do, and we were overwhelmed by the positive responses by the dedicated volunteers; without them, this marathon could not have happened. All of you are awesome!  

Come and celebrate with us! You are invited to an Unofficial DC Marathon Happy Hour on Wednesday, April 2nd from 6 - 9 p.m. at Garrett's in Georgetown, 3003 M Street.   There will be a live band and drink specials. Bring your pictures and stories!   Bring family and friends! We'd love to see you all there!  

Visit picnet.net/runforamerica to see pictures, results, and read personal stories.  

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  Unofficial DC Marathon is a Success (and so was our party!)  (posted 03/26/03)

The Unofficial DC Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, March 23rd with about 400 runners participating.   At least 2 DC Front Runners completed the run - Jay Vilar and Mac Meccariello.   DCFR volunteered at the Mile 19 fluid station as we had planned for the Official (but cancelled) version.   The club thanks all those who volunteered and made the DCFR station one of the best staffed.   Visit picnet.net/runforamerica to see pictures, results, and read personal stories.  

Later the same day, the DCFR Marathon Recognition Party was held and was also a big success.   In addition to honoring all those who completed marathons in the last year, the club awarded medals to the 9 members that completed the the Gay Games Marathon (medals were not awarded at the Games).   Receiving their medals Sunday were Kurt Kehl, Lennie Carter, Cletus Durkin, Rob Bartola and Ken Buja.   Not present, but completing the marathon were John Peters, Brian Reagan, Vince Micone and Rembert Pieper.

Many thanks to Lennie and Charlie for hosting the party, thanks to all who came and brought food and drink, and thanks to Mother Nature for the beautiful weather.   Visit the Gallery page to see the party pictures.

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  DC Marathon Cancelled - DCFR Party Still On   (posted 03/20/03)

The Washington DC Marathon has been cancelled.   Visit www.washingtondcmarathon.com to read the statement.

The DCFR Marathon Recognition Party will occur as scheduled.   For details about the party Click Here.

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  Marine Corps Marathon Offers Entry for DC Marathon Entrants   (posted 03/20/03)

The Marine Corps Marathon has extended a special offer to DC Marathon entrants.   The offer allows guaranteed entry (to the 2003 Marine Corps Marathon) to the first 1000 registered DC Marathon entrants to submit a request.

Visit www.marinemarathon.com for details

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  Marine Corps Marathon Lottery and Race Circuit Updates   (posted 03/18/03)

The Marine Corps Marathon is conducting an entry lottery beginning March 15, 2003 and open through April 19, 2003.   You register for the lottery online and then are notified by e-mail if you were selected.

Here's the latest on upcoming DCFR Circuit Races.   Visit our Race Circuit page for web links & more information.

Cherry Blossom 10 Mile - Sunday, April 6, 8:00am - Registration closed as of 12/31/02.
Bay Bridge Run 10K - Sunday, May 4, 7:00am - Race has been CANCELLED  (updated 4/25/03).
Sallie Mae 10K - Sunday, May 11, 8:00am - Registration is open, fee is $20 ($25 after 4/22). Spring Fling weekend!
Capital Hill Classic 10K - Sunday, May 18, 8:30am - Registration is open, fee is $20 ($22 after 4/30, $25 race day).
Race for the Cure 5K - Saturday, June 7, 8:30am - Registration is open, fee is $30 online; $25 mail-in.
Lawyers Have Heart 10K - Saturday, June 14, 8:00am - Registration is open, fee is $25 ($32 after 5/31).

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - March 30th   (posted 03/16/03)

Date:  Sunday, March 30, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Mary Ann Krayer and Susan Messina's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.   Call 202.xxx.xxxx for more information and directions.   Children are welcome.

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  DCFR Still Needs Volunteers for DC Marathon - March 23rd   (posted 3/12/03 & 1/28/03)

DCFR has volunteered to staff a fluid station at mile 19, just east of Dupont Circle.   If you'd like to participate, please register online.   Step 2 (Complete Form) includes the selection "If you are a member of a charity, club... " - Please select "DC Front Runners..." from the list.   Continue on and indicate that you want to volunteer on race day (23rd) for a fluid station.   Step 3 (Submit Payment) suggests that there is a payment; it is $0 so please proceed.

Once you have completed the registration process, please notify Warren Snaider at membership@dcfrontrunners.org.   Mile 19 is late in the race, so we'll try to get at least 75 volunteers and spread them out during the day.   Thanks for signing up and letting us know.

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  DCFR Marathon Recognition Party - March 23rd   (posted 03/05/03)

Date:  Sunday, March 23, 2003
Time:  4 pm
Place: Lennie's & Charlie's  
          1616 Taylor St. NW
          Washington, DC

DCFR is holding it's (belated) annual Marathon Recognition Party, so please join us in recognizing all those who ran a marathon this past year (after the 2001 Marine Corps Marathon through the 2003 DC Marathon).   We will have a poster listing everyone that completed a marathon(s) during this period. Wear your medals from any marathon after the 2001 Marine Corp Marathon.   Special recognition will be given to the finishers of the brutal Sydney Marathon.  

Everyone should bring a covered dish and drink, unless you ran the full DC marathon.   For more information contact Lennie by email.

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  5K Race in New Hope, PA - April 6th   (posted 03/04/03)

The daughter of Bob Lange (a long-time DCFR member) has invited us to a 5K race in New Hope, PA, on April 6.   Note: It's the same day as the Cherry Blossom.  

New Hope is a small Bucks County town on the Delaware River 45 minutes north of Philadelphia.   It and Lambertville, NJ, its neighbor across the river, are well known for being gay friendly and for antique shops, art galleries, inns, restaurants, and bars.   The towns are linked by a century-old vehicle/foot bridge.

For more information about the race (part of series of races) visit the Bucks 5K Series web site.   If you have any further questions about the weekend, feel free to get in touch with Sarah Lange by email.

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  Race Circuit Update - Sallie Mae 10K   (posted 03/01/03)

Registration for the Sallie Mae 10K is now open.   The race is on Sunday, May 11th and starts at 8am.   This is the DCFR Spring Fling weekend, so don't wait until it's full!   Get more information and register online at the race web site.  

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  DCFR Included in Post Article   (posted 02/28/03)

The February 21st edition of the Washington Post includes an article about local group track workouts.   DCFR is one of the clubs mentioned and Warren Snaider get a quote into the story.   Check it out - read the article online.

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  Front Runners NY 5th Annual Indoor Track Meet - March 22nd   (posted 02/14/03)

Date:   Saturday, March 22nd, 2003.  Time - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Place: The Armory Track and Field Center.  168th Street and Ft. Washington Avenue,  New York, NY

Sanctioned by USA Track & Field;   1/4" pyramid spikes only;   $5.00 per event, register on day of event;   18 years and older

Events: 60M Dash; 1 mile; 400M; 800M; 3000M; 200M; 4x800 Relay; 4x800 Mixed Relay; 4x200 Relay.

Awards: Top three in each age category: 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

For more information about the meet, contact Martin McElhiney (212) xxx-xxxx.   Out-of-town runners in need of housing, contact Michael Orzechowski (212) xxx-xxxx.  

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - February 23rd   (posted 02/10/03)

Date:   Sunday, February 23, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Carolyn Revercomb's home  

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run around 10 AM.   We begin the actual walk/run about 10:30.   This is followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.   Call 571-xxx-xxxx for information and directions.

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  Race Circuit Updates   (posted 02/04/03)

Here's the latest on the upcoming DCFR Circuit Races.   Visit our Race Circuit page for web links to more information and online registration.  

Colonial Half Marathon & 3 Mile Run - Sunday, February 23, 1:00pm - Registration still open for 3 Mile Run only.
St. Patrick's Day 10K - Saturday, March 15, 9:30am - Registration is open. Fee of $20 increases to $25 after 2/18.
Cherry Blossom 10 Mile - Sunday, April 6, 8:00am - Registration closed as of 12/31/02.
Bay Bridge Run 10K - Sunday, May 4, 7:00am - Registration is open, the fee is $30. The race usually fills up by 4/10.
Sallie Mae 10K - Sunday, May 11, 8:00am - New date this year. Registration details will be posted when available.
Capital Hill Classic 10K - Sunday, May 18, 8:30am - Registration is open, fee is $18 ($22 after 5/1, $25 on race day).

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  Race Directors Announce Sponsorship Winners   (posted 02/01/03)

UPDATE - 2/3/02 - Jay Vilar replaces original winner Alex Carrion, who is unable to participate in the race.

The DCFR Race Directors are pleased to announce the four winners of the St. Patrick's Day 10K lottery:

William J. Coley, Jim Graziano, Dave Herring and Jay Villar

A special thanks to the board for approving the request and all those who participated.

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  Colonial Half Marathon Weekend - February 21st thru 23rd   (posted 1/13/03)

UPDATE - 2/14/03 - Although the half marathon is full you can still cheer on your fellow Front Runners.   We have room for more at the hotel and Saturday night's dinner at Christiana Campbell's Tavern.   See the Original Posting below for details, or email Kevin Lorei.   You can also reach Kevin by phone at 202-xxx-xxxx.

If you are coming to Williamsburg but have not contacted Kevin please e-mail him so he can send you an itinerary and get a final room count.

UPDATE - 1/16/03 - The Half Marathon registration is closed. The 3-Miler (previously a 5K) is still open.

Original Posting...
When the first hint of spring fills the air you know it's time for the Colonial Half Marathon & 5K in Williamsburg, VA.   The race starts at 1pm on Sunday Feb. 23rd from the William and Mary campus.   You can download a PDF format Entry Form & Race Flyer (240KB) from our web site.   Go to our Race Circuit page for links to more information.

This popular race is on the DCFR Race Circuit, and we make a whole weekend of it.   We reserved a block of 10 rooms ($63 per night) at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel (indoor pool & whirlpool).   Call them directly at 800-962-4743 to reserve a room.   Be sure to mention your DC Front Runners membership to receive this discounted rate.  

The weekend kicks off with a Saturday morning fun run/walk through Colonial Williamsburg, a great way see an overall view of the restored town.   Saturday evening's dinner will be at Christiana Campbell's, one of Williamsburg's beautiful 18th century taverns.   Expect dinner costs of $40 to $50 per person including beverage, taxes and tip.   Sunday morning's breakfast will be at Sammy and Nick's, the best of the town's many pancake emporiums.  

Reserve your space at Saturday's dinner by sending a check for $25 made payable to Kevin Lorei.   Or e-mail him for more information.  

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  DCFR Featured in Woman's Monthly (WOMO)   (posted 01/02/03)

The January issue of Woman's Monthly (WOMO) focuses on fitness, and it features an article about DCFR.   Writer Christy Brownlee interviewed Taneen Carvell for the story.   You can read the DCFR article, and other fitness news at www.womo.com, or pick up a free copy around town.

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  Special Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck - January 19th   (posted 01/01/03)

Date:   Sunday, January 19, 2003
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Sarah Barnett's home

Join the DCFR women (non-members are welcome!) when we gather for a walk/run at 10 AM followed by a pot luck brunch.   Please bring a dish to share.   Call 202-xxx-xxxx for information and directions.

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  Race Directors Announce Sponsorship Winners   (posted 01/01/03)

The DCFR Race Directors are pleased to announce the four winners of the DC Marathon lottery:

Alex Carrion, Jim Graziano, Mac Meccariello and Julie Selzer

A special thanks to the board for approving the request and all those who participated.

The club is also sponsoring four members to run the St. Patrick's Day 10K on March 15th,  and you can still enter, the deadline is January 31, 2003.   E-mail the Race Director to enter.   The winners will be announced February 1st.

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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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