Tuesday Run/Walk Moves to Union Station - Tuesday, September 23
Posted September 1
The Tuesday night run/walk meeting place moves back to Union Station on September 23, 7 PM. September 16 is the last run/walk that meets at 23/P St NW until April 2009.
Visit our Run and Walk pages for more details about club run/walks.
Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run - Saturday, September 27
Posted September 13
Are you curious about DC Front Runners and want to check out one of our weekly Saturday walks/runs? Come out and give us a try! DC Front Runners is hosting a “Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run” on Saturday morning, September 27. Our walks start at 9:30 am and runs begin at 10 am. We’ll meet at 23/P St NW. Our guests will have an opportunity to experience a club walk or run, meet our members and ask your questions about our club. Bring your friends!
Can’t make it to our Newcomer events? Please join us at one of our regular weekly club runs and walks. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Blake and Alex at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.
DCFR Anniversary Party and Board Elections—Sunday, September 14
Posted August 13
Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008
Time: 4 pm - 7 pm
Place: Home of Tony Anderson and Kevin Lorei
(Please check Member eNews for location)
Join your fellow DC Front Runners as we commemorate our 27th anniversary, announce the results of the 2007-2008 race circuit and elect the club's officers. This is also a time to honor the achievements of our members over the past year. DCFR members Tony Anderson and Kevin Lorei have generously offered to host the Anniversary Party at his home. This is a potluck so bring a dish to share. This year, we are offering door prizes (shirts, gift certificates and massage) to current members who attend the party (so remember to renew!)
If you wish to run or volunteer for a Board position, please contact Seth Kalish at coordinator@dcfrontrunners.org. In particular, we are seeking members who would like to be considered for the following vacated positions: Treasurer, Race Co-Director and Newsletter Editor (appointed position).
Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run - Saturday, September 6
Posted August 13
Are you curious about DC Front Runners and want to check out one of our weekly Saturday walks/runs? Come out and give us a try! DC Front Runners is hosting a “Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run” on Saturday morning, September 6. Our walks start at 9:30 am and runs begin at 10 am. We’ll meet at 23/P St NW. Our guests will have an opportunity to experience a club walk or run, meet our members and ask your questions about our club. Bring your friends!
Can’t make it to our Newcomer events? Please join us at one of our regular weekly club runs and walks. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Blake and Alex at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.
Labor Day Holiday Run and Walk - Monday, September 1
Posted August 13
A special DCFR Labor Day Holiday Run/Walk will be held on Monday, September 1 at 10AM. Meet at 23/P St NW.
DC Front Runners On-Line Membership Survey Closes August 20
Posted July 23, Updated August 20
If you are a DC Front Runners member, we invite you to take our 2008 On-Line Membership Survey! We are interested in learning more about your views, experiences and ideas for our organization. Through your participation in this survey, the Board of Directors can consider changes to make the club more responsive to the needs and expectations of its members. The survey closes on Wednesday, August 20.
Your responses to our survey will remain confidential and are submitted to us anonymously.
The overall survey results will be reported in the upcoming edition of FrontPages, the club's quarterly newsletter. We are also preparing a separate article about our members' favorite running/walking routes, races and social events.
The link to our on-line survey can be found on the club’s Member Weekly eNews webpage and in our weekly e-mail blast. If you are not receiving our weekly e-mail blast or do not have the address to our private eNews website, please e-mail membership@dcfrontrunners.org
Independence Day Holiday Run/Walk Cancelled - July 4
Posted June 21
Please note that we are not holding a Federal holiday run/walk on Independence Day, Friday, July 4. We will hold a regular Thursday night run on July 3 and a Saturday morning run/walk on July 5.
Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run - Saturday, June 28
Posted June 16
Did you stop by our outreach booth at the Capital Pride Festival or see us in the Capital Pride Parade? Interested in joining us for one of our weekly Saturday walks/runs? DC Front Runners is hosting a post-Pride weekend “Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run” on Saturday morning, June 28. Our walks start at 9:30 am and runs begin at 10 am. We’ll meet 23/P St NW. Our guests will have an opportunity to experience a club walk or run, meet our members and ask your questions about our club. Bring your friends!
Can’t make it to our Newcomer runs? Please join us at one of our regular weekly club runs and walks. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Blake and Alex at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.
DCFR Capital Pride Week Events - June 6 - 15
Posted May 26
Capital Pride 2008 is right around the corner! We have planned some great Pride week activities—from our First Friday Happy Hour, the 5K Run for Pride to our annual Pride parade entry and festival outreach booth!
CLICK HERE to view the complete DCFR Pride Week activities schedule.
5K Run for Pride - June 8
Posted April 6
Start off your Pride Week by joining Targeting a Dream and DC Front Runners for the 5K Run for Pride on Sunday, June 8. This race will benefit the Just A TAD Scholarship Fund! Come out and run or walk to support future leaders of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community (rain or shine)!!! This is a target race for our 5K training program participants.
The Just a TAD Scholarship Fund provides three $1000 scholarships to student leaders who are members or allies of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community.
The 5K run/walk will begin behind the Fitzgerald Tennis Center in Rock Creek Park and proceed on paved roads closed to motor traffic along Morrow and Beach Drive.
We’re looking for a big turnout of DC Front Runners and invite other Washington DC runners and walkers to participate. For further information and to register, please CLICK HERE
Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run on the Mall- Saturday, May 17
Posted May 3
Are you interested in joining us for one of our weekly Saturday walks/runs? DC Front Runners is hosting a special “Welcome Newcomers Fun Walk/Run” on Saturday morning, May 17 along the National Mall. Our walks start at 9:30 am and runs begin at 10 am. We’ll meet in front of Union Station and gather at Columbus Plaza (by the taxi stand). Our guests will have an opportunity to experience a club walk or run, meet our members and ask your questions about our club. Bring your friends! We’ll even buy our guests a free bagel and coffee.
And please join us for our Front Runners Night Out on Friday, May 16, starting with a 6:30 pm Happy Hour at Nellie’s (900 U St NW)!
Can’t make it to our Newcomer runs? Please join us at one of our regular weekly club runs and walks. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Blake and Alex at outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.
DC Front Runners Spring Fling 2008 Weekend - May 16-18
Posted April 13
Join DC Front Runners for a weekend of running, walking, socializing and fun—our annual Spring Fling! We have some great events—ranging from a Front Runners night out to a wonderful dinner at the Human Rights Campaign Headquarters--planned for this year’s Spring Fling. This year’s Spring Fling weekend (May 16-18) coincides with the annual Capitol Hill Classic 10K race. Members, visitors and newcomers are welcome!
CLICK HERE for further details about Spring Fling 2008 events.
Skate with the DC Ice Breakers - April 16
Posted March 23
The DC Front Runners is co-hosting a special ice-skating event with the DC Ice Breakers, our local GLBT skating group! The DC Ice Breakers skate at the Kettler Capitals Iceplex at Ballston Common (the practice home of the Washington Capitals!) The festivities start at 8 PM on Wednesday, April 16 and will have a nice social time afterwards with munchies and drink specials. For more about this fun group, go to www.DCIceBreakers.org. Beginners or experts...all members and friends are welcome!
For directions to the IcePlex, CLICK HERE.
Tuesday Night Runs Return to 23/P - March 25
Posted March 2
The Tuesday night run/walk meeting place changes back to 23rd and P Streets NW on March 25th. March 18th will be the last run at Union Station until September.
Visit our Run With Us page for more details about club run/walks.
DC Front Runners Beginner’s 5K Training Program
10 week program begins on March 29, 2008
Posted March 2
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
The DC Front Runners is offering a special ten-week 5K race-training program for beginning runners starting on Saturday, March 29, 2008.
Participants will train to complete their first race: the Mutts Strut 5K at American University on Sunday, June 1 or the new 5K Run for Pride on Sunday, June 8. The training programs are designed for both first-time runners who want to get into shape and more advanced beginners who would like to cross-train or improve their running abilities in a supportive and social environment.
Participants will meet for consecutive group training sessions on Saturdays, 10 am from March 29 through May 31. The assembly place for the group is Shevchenko Park, 23rd and P Street NW in Washington’s Dupont Circle neighborhood. DC Front Runner Blake Rushin, a Road Runner Club of America certified running coach and other experienced club members will provide coaching and advice.
By using a run-walk approach, our beginner’s program focuses on completing a race, gaining fitness and establishing a healthy lifestyle through running. The advanced beginner’s program is designed for those who have some running experience or conditioning and may include more intensive speed work and distances.
There are no minimum speed or fitness requirements to participate in this program. All are welcome to register regardless of age, pace, sexual orientation, or running experience.
Participants are asked to join DC Front Runners ($25 annual membership fee) and can register or send questions via e-mail to train@dcfrontrunners.org. Race registration is not included. Inquiries should include your name, phone number, e-mail address and beginner/advanced beginner program preference. Further details about the program can be found in the club’s 5K Race Training Program brochure that is available for download at www.dcfrontrunners.org.
DCFR Williamsburg Weekend
February 23-24, 2008
Posted January 14
Winter doesn't stop the DC Front Runners! Join us as we take our annual road trip to Virginia's former capital for the Colonial Half Marathon & 5K, the first circuit race of 2008. The half marathon starts at 1pm on Sunday Feb. 24 from the College of William and Mary campus. Register online at http://tribeclub.com/events.htm#022408 .
We recommend the Howard Johnson Inn at 505 York Street (ph: 757-220-3100) or next-door at the Sheraton Four Points 351 York Street (ph: 757-229-4100) for overnight accommodations. Contact them directly to reserve your room. There is no DCFR room block this year.
Join us for dinner Saturday night Feb. 23rd at Williamsburg's Blue Talon Bistro. Seating is limited to 20 persons. Reserve your space at dinner by sending your email address and a check for $15 made payable to Kevin Lorei, <address removed>. Deadline for the dinner reservation is Feb. 15. Expect dinner costs of $40 to $55 per person including beverage, taxes and tip.
On Sunday morning we breakfast together at a local pancake emporium, 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.
If you need transportation, additional information, or are looking for someone to share a room with, contact Kevin Lorei for more information at <address removed>.
President’s Day Run and Walk
Monday, February 18, 10 AM @ 23/P Street NW
Posted January 29
Please join us for our President’s Day run and walk on Monday, February 18 at 10 AM. We will meet at 23/P Street NW.
Martin Luther King Day Run and Walk
Monday, January 21, 10 AM @ 23/P Street NW
Posted January 5
Please join us for our MLK holiday run and walk on Monday, January 21 at 10AM. We will meet at 23/P Street NW.
New Years Day Resolution Run and Walk - Newcomers Welcome!
Tuesday, January 1, 12 Noon @ 23/P Street
Posted December 4
Are you making a New Years resolution to start running or walking, improve your time and distance, run your first race or marathon, or get fit with a new group of friends? DC Front Runners is hosting a special “New Years Resolution Walk/Run” to help you get started with your resolution. The group will meet on Tuesday, January 1, 12 noon at 23rd and P St NW. We encourage all people who want to start running or walking or improve their abilities to give DC Front Runners a try. You‘ll have an opportunity to experience a club walk or run, meet our club members and ask your questions about our club. And don’t worry about your age, pace or fitness level...
Newcomers are also welcome to join our club members at a special New Years Brunch afterwards. The brunch will be held at the home of Lennie C. and Charlie D., 1616 Taylor St NW, starting at 1PM. The hosts will provide food and drink, but ask that guests bring drinks (champagne, fruit juice) or some pastries!
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to outreach@dcfrontrunners.org.
CLICK HERE for MapQuest Directions
** NO TUESDAY NIGHT RUN ON JANUARY 1
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