DCFR Run/Walk Schedule for the Holidays  (updated 12/22/05; posted 11/15/05)

Update: Please note that the New Year's Day run starts at Union Station (meet in the Great Hall), and not at 23rd and P Streets as previously posted.

Thanksgiving
November 24th - Trot for Hunger Run/Walk (circuit race) at 8:30 a.m.
There will be not be a DCFR sponsored run/walk at 23/P on Thanksgiving.

Christmas Weekend
Saturday 24th - 9:30 walk, 10:00 run at 23/P
Sunday 25th - 9:00 run at 23/P
Monday 26th - 10:00 run/walk at 23/P

New Year's Weekend
Saturday 31st - 9:30 walk, 10:00 run at 23/P
Sunday 1st - 12:00 noon run/walk at Union Station
Monday 2nd - 10:00 run/walk at 23/P

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  Tuesday Night Run Cancelled - December 13th  (posted 12/08/05)

The regular Tuesday evening run at Union Station on 12/13/05 will be cancelled so that our members can participate in the Christmans Light Run (see the next item).

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  Christmas Light Run - December 14th, 7pm  (posted 12/08/05)

Date:   Wednesday, December 14th, 2005
Time:   7pm
Place: Union Station (start and finish)

The Fourth Annual Christmas Light Run along the National Mall will be held December 14th at 7:00pm and will start and end at Union Station.   For those of you who have not done this before, a large group of us gather each year for an easy 4-5 mile trot through the city enjoying Christmas lights and singing carols.   Last year was our best year yet as this tradition continues to grow year after year.   New this year is our walking group, in addition to our two jogging pace groups.   You can register (it's free) for this great event at www.christmaslightrun.com.

Note: This is not a DCFR sponsored event, but our regular Tuesday evening run at Union Station on 12/13/05 will be cancelled so that our members can participate in this event.

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  DCFR Holiday Party - December 11th, 5pm  (posted 11/15/05)

Date:   Sunday, December 11th, 2005
Time:   5pm - 9:30pm
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.   If you need guidance on what to bring, e-mail Orlando at apparel@dcfrontrunners.org

This year we are also sponsoring a Toy Drive. Please consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy and it will be donated to the USMC Toys for Tots program.

If you're unsure how to get to All Souls Episcopal Church, the church has posted directions at www.allsoulsdc.org/contact/directions.html.

Volunteers are needed to make this event a success.   Please e-mail Jim at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org for more information.   We thank you for in advance for your support.  

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  Women's Run/Walk and Pot Luck Brunch - October 23rd   (posted 10/19/05)

Date:  Sunday, October 23rd, 2005
Time:  10am - noon
Place: Joan Nugent's home  
          Wheaton, MD
          301-xxx-xxxx

We will meet at 10:00 and start both the run and walk by 10:30.   Afterwards, we will meet again for brunch.   Please bring a brunch-type dish to share.   Call 301-xxx-xxxx for directions and questions

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  A Thank You Message...  (posted 10/19/05)

A Message from Lennie Carter...

John Noran and I would like to thank the 22 volunteers who assisted with the Army Ten Miler water station.   I know it was not easy to get up at 5 a.m. on a Sunday morning to pour water and gatorade for 20,000 runners but everyone pitched in to make it a success.   It was rather awe inspiring to watch the sun rise with the Capital in the back and the Washington Monument in the front, with 20 soldiers and 22 Front Runners working side by side.   The volunteers included Adam H, Anne R, Charlie, Chase and his brother, Chris T, Doug, Felip, Hugh, Jeff H, Kevin L, Kurt, Marcel, Michael L, Paul K, Ralph W, Rafael, Robert F, Warren plus a friend of one of the Front Runners.   You all were terrific.

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  Tuesday Runs return to Union Station - September 13th   (posted 09/12/04)

September 6th was the last time this year that the Tuesday run/walk met at 23rd & P Streets.   Starting on September 13th the Tuesday night run/walk meeting place changes to Union Station.   We meet in the Great Hall, towards the east end of Union Station, next to Thunder Grill.   Don't forget to bring some money as we like to share a meal downstairs after the run/walk.   The Tuesday night run/walk will switch back to 23rd & P Streets in the spring - April 11, 2006 to be specific!

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  DCFR Anniversary Party - September 11th   (posted 08/06/05)

Date:  Sunday, September 11, 2005
Time:  4pm - 7pm
Place: home of Rob Bartolo and Cletus Durkin  
          3219 Cathedral Ave. NW
          Washington, DC
          (corner of Cathedral and Cleveland NW near Woodley Park/Zoo Metro station)

Join your fellow DC Front Runners as we commemorate our 24th anniversary, announce the results of the 2004-2005 race circuit and elect the club's officers (see item about board vacancies below).   This is also a time to honor the achievements of our members over the past year.   This is a potluck so bring a dish and/or a beverage to share.  

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  DCFR Board of Directors Vacancies  (posted 08/06/05)

Sandra Day O'Connor is not the only one making a retirement announcement this summer.   After several years (decades?) of service, Lennie and Charlie have announced that they will retire as Race Directors, and Adam F. has indicated that he seeks to pass the checkbook to a new Treasurer.   Unlike Chief Justice Rehnquist, Paul K. has already signaled his intention to leave the Coordinator's position this fall.   Elections will be held at the Anniversary Party (see above).   If you are looking to get involved, now is your chance.  

If you are interested in these or any of the other elected or appointed positions, please contact Paul Kugelman at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org to discuss further.   The DCFR depends on the time contributions of volunteers in order to sustain its current level of activities.   Don't assume that someone else will do it. WE NEED YOU!!!!!  

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  Membership Renewal  (posted 07/20/05)

The DCFR membership year has ended (5/31/05) and it's time for most members to renew their memberships.   You will be sent a renewal reminder if you need to renew this year.   New members who joined anytime in 2005 do not need to renew - your membership runs through May 2006.   There are 3 options for renewing membership:

• Online Membership Registration using Signmeup.com (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.

  Volunteers Needed!   (posted 05/25/05 - updated 07/31/05)

DCFR needs volunteers to staff an Army 10 Miler water stop on October 2nd.   Please email John Noran at walkers@dcfrontrunners.org or Lennie Carter at racedirector@dcfrontrunners.org. 

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  Front Runners Brunch - August 7th   (posted 07/31/05)

Date:  Sunday, August 7, 2005
Time:  10am
Place: Bert Kubli's home  
          521 2nd St, SE (near the Capitol South Metro station)
          Washington, DC
          202-XXX-XXXX

All DC Frontrunners are invited to a brunch with members of the Baltimore Frontrunners.   A Run/walk starts at 10:15 a.m. and goes from Bert's Capitol Hill home to the National Mall, where runs and walks of various lengths are possible.   Everyone is expected back by 11 a.m. for brunch.   Please RSVP by Saturday, August 6th, by calling Bert or emailing him at {email address removed}.   A $5 contribution will be appreciated but not required.   Please bring your friends.  

For more information, call Mark McElreath or Bert Kubli at 202-XXX-XXXX.   Click for a map to Bert Kubli's home.

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  Race Circuit News...  (posted 07/31/05)

Race Directors' Report from the Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest...

During the middle of the 8K race, lightning bolts shot from the sky, followed by a down pour.   The balloons at the finish line were removed and we were not sure where the finish was.   To add insult to injury, they closed the beer garden.   At the finish line, the announcer said to just go home!   Regardless, 26 Front Runners completed the 8K race.   Jonathan Horsford led the club with an impressive 30:55.   Four of the runners (Kip, Charlie, Lennie and Rich) ran 14 miles 10 hours later.

Check out the DCFR Race Results page for the complete results.  

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  Race Circuit News...  (posted 05/25/05 - updated 06/15/05)

Race Directors' Report from the Capitol Hill Classic...

The DC Front Runners did what they do best - they ran, and they ran well.   The club was represented by 54 runners, including two teams, and five volunteers at the water station, coordinated by John Noran.  

Eddie Valentine led the club with an impressive 36:17, placing 17th overall.   Others in the top 100 included Mac Meccariello (39:28 and a PR to boot), Jonathan Horsford, Jeff Dutton, Rembert Peiper, Rich Robinson, Ken Buja, Miles Harter, Gabe Hollis, and Anston Bosman (who ran his first 10K).   The DCFR Flyers, captained by Rich Robinson, came in 2nd place.   The top three scores were counted: Eddie Valentine, Mac Meccariello, and Taneen Carvell (who was the 25th woman overall).  

Check out the DCFR Race Results page for results and pix.   Visit www.runwashington.com for more coverage and a photos of 3 DC Front Runners (Jonathan Horsford, John Bean and Taneen Carvell).

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  Volunteers Needed!   (posted 05/25/05)

DCFR needs volunteers for Black Pride (5/29), Youth Pride (6/4), DC Pride (6/11 - 6/12) and the Army 10 Miler waterstop (10/2),  

If you can help out with any of the Pride event please email Mac Mecarriello at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.  

To join us at the Army 10 waterstop please email John Noran at walkers@dcfrontrunners.org or Lennie Carter at racedirector@dcfrontrunners.org. 

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  DCFR Rummage Sale Recap   (posted 05/25/05)

Outreach Coordinator's Report from the DCFR Rummage Sale...

Sunday, May 1st, DC Front Runners held their second annual rummage sale. Thanks to: Rich Lewis, Marcel Acosta, John Bean, John Noran, Murray Scheel, Chase Maggiano, Todd Rosenthal, Rob Bartolo, Allen Greenberg, and Paul Kugelman for all their help. It was their hard work that helped raise $307.37 for Food and Friends. A special thanks to Rich Lewis who helped with the setup and stayed all day and Marcel Acosta for helping lug the heavy tables back to church. Thanks also to those who donated and helped us raise the amount we did. We would also like to thank the DC Front Runners board for matching the contributions made to the rummage sale. This will make a grand total of $614.74 that will be going to Food and Friends on behalf of the DC Front Runners.

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  Youth Pride Rescheduled - June 4th   (posted 04/28/05)

Due to a severe weather warning the Youth Pride Day Festival originally scheduled for Saturday, April 23rd was postponed.   The new date for the festival is Saturday, June 4th, at the same time and place: 12 noon to 5:30 PM, Rock Creek Park, 23rd and P Sts, NW.  

Please contact the Youth Pride Alliance for more details at filmvollie@yahoo.com.

The DC Front Runners will need volunteers to staff its booth at the rescheduled Youth Pride Festival.   If you are interested, please confirm your availability with Chase Maggiano or Paul Kugelman at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org.

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  DCFR Rummage Sale at JR's - May 1st   (posted 04/18/05)

On Sunday, May 1, DCFR will sponsor our 2nd annual rummage sale with 100% of the proceeds being donated to Food and Friends.   The sale will be out front of JR's, so we can use the overhang in case of inclement weather.  

We need donations and volunteers!   Please bring all donations the morning of the sale (which starts at dawn).   Please contact Mac Mecarriello at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org if you can help staff the event.

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  NY Times: Study Cautions Runners to Limit Their Water Intake  (posted 04/18/05)

The NY Times has published an article (4/14/05) about a study that shows that too much hydration is much more dangerous the too little.   It's a condition called Hyponatremia and it's more common than you'd think.   Click here to read the article (NY Times registration required).   Click here to download an MS Word version of the article.

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  Tuesday Run Goes Back to 23rd and P Streets - April 12th   (posted 04/01/05)

The Tuesday night run/walk meeting place changes back to 23rd and P Streets NW on April 12th.   April 5th 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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  Race Circuit News...  (posted 03/01/05)

Race Directors' Report from Williamsburg...

Two dozen DCFRers trekked to Colonial Williamsburg for the annual 3 Mile and Half Marathon.   Our cheering section included Rick Otis, Tony Anderson, Kevin Lorei, birthday boy Chase Maggiano, and Josh's parents.   Special thanks to Kevin Lorei for once again organizing the race weekend.  

Visit our Race Results page to see all the DCFR results.  

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  Manna 5K (Circuit Race) and DCFR Brunch - March 26th   (posted 01/28/04)

On Saturday, March 26, Manna Community Development Corporation will sponsor its Seventh Annual 5K Home Run/Walk at the Fitzgerald Tennis Center in Rock Creek Park (16th & Colorado Ave, parking is plentiful).   Registration for the race is $25 and it comes with a long-sleeve T-shirt and a chance at raffle prizes.   Pre-race activities begin at 8:30am and the race starts at 9:30am.   This race is on the DCFR circuit.  Register at www.mannadc.org.

All proceeds to benefit Manna, a nonprofit organization that works toward neighborhood revitalization through affordable homeownership in Washington, DC.   A portion of the revenue raised from this year's event will go towards a rehabilitation project that will produce 30 two and three-bedroom condominiums for low and moderate-income families.   This development, called "Madeline Gardens," will be a significant improvement to the surrounding neighborhood and a catalyst for continued revitalization in the Trinidad neighborhood of Northeast DC.  

DCFRers Henry Louie and Jim Gray live about a mile north of the finish line at 1630 Underwood Street, NW
(202-XXX-XXXX).   All DC Frontrunners that register for the Home Run are invited to brunch at Jim & Henry's after the run.   The food will be provided (do not bring anything).   If you want to run to Jim & Henry's from the Home Run, head north on 16th and turn left at Underwood and go one block to the dead end to Jim & Henry's.

If you would like to join us for this DCFR brunch, first, register for the Home Run and second, send an RSVP e-mail to Jim Gray at {removed} by March 23 so that Jim and Henry will know to expect you for brunch on the 26th.

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  Colonial Half Marathon Weekend - February 25th thru 27th   (posted 01/07/05)

Join your fellow DC Front Runners as we compete in the Colonial Half Marathon & 3 miler in Williamsburg, VA.   The race starts at 1pm on Sunday Feb. 27 from the College of William and Mary campus.   If you have not signed up you can register online at www.tribeclub.com.  

This popular race is on the DCFR Race Circuit, and we make a whole weekend of it.   We reserved a block of 10 rooms ($66 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, and ask for a 4pm checkout on Sunday to give you cleanup time after the race.  

The weekend kicks off with a Saturday morning fun run/walk through Colonial Williamsburg, where our 3-4 mile route will take you through the heart of the restored city.   Saturday evening's dinner will be at the Kings Arms Tavern , but seating is limited to 24 persons.   Reserve your space at dinner by sending a check for $25 made payable to Kevin Lorei, 1849 Newton St. NW Washington, DC 20010.   Deadline for the dinner reservation is Feb. 19th.   Expect dinner costs of $35 to $50 per person including beverage, taxes and tip.   On Sunday morning we breakfast at Sammy and Nick's, followed by registration/packet pickup and the race itself.   If you are not racing, cheer on your teammates as they cross the finish line inside the William and Mary gym.  

Even if you are not planning on attending the Saturday dinner, please e-mail Kevin Lorei, so he can send you the weekend intinerary.   If you need transportation or are looking for someone to share a room with, you can contact Kevin for more information at {email address removed}.  

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