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Rhode Island Road Runner’s News Volume 9 Issue 1 January 21, 2005 Presidents Pen RIRR Christmas Party - Awards Banquet This is my last “Presidents Pen” that The RIRR Christmas Party will be I have to email Chuck for the news- held Saturday, February 12, letter and I have had a lot of fun serv- 2005 at 6:30 P.M. Location: ing as President. I wish to thank all Lancellotta's 1113 Charles St. of you for that opportunity, especial- North Providence, RI ly being an “outsider” in Rhode Is- Directions from Providence land. This running club is one of the (going North) Take 95 North to best organizations I have had the 146 north to exit 15 (Mineral pleasure of being affiliated with and Spring Ave.) Take a right off the it is really amazing to see all the exit, and travel approx. 1/4 mi. Turn RIRR singlets at road races and the support you as mem- left on to Charles St. Lancellotta's is bers give to the Club’s Grand Prix Series and to the annu- approx. 500 feet on right. al events, such as the picnic and the Awards Banquet. I Directions from Pawtucket (going South) Take 95 South am not going to single out individuals for their help dur- to Charles St. ext. take right off exit. Continue on Charles ing my term, but you know who you are and everyone St. approx. 1 mi. Take 146 N. to exit 15 (Mineral Spring else does as well. I look forward to seeing all of you at Ave.) Take a right off the exit, and travel approx. 1/4 mi. road races and the camaraderie that has become a trade- Turn left onto Charles St. Lancellotta's is approx. 500 ft. mark of this running club. I wish all of you good health on right. in the coming year and be well. Dave Simmons There will be appetizers, Italian buffet, desert and coffee. Election Night February 8, 2005 CASH BAR. This year’s election of Officers will be held at our next Cost is $10 per member and $20 for guests. meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. The club will be Club awards will be given out after dinner. providing a hot and cold buffet and there will be a If you would like to get in on the gift exchange (a lot of cash bar. Please come to the meeting, cast your vote fun) please bring a WRAPPED gift, serious or funny, and socialize with your fellow club members. Note the with a value of $10.00 or LESS. earlier start time of 7:00 pm. The following are the list Please call Jeanne Bolduc (401) 463-7662 or E-mail at of candidates for the next two-year term: [email protected] by Saturday February 5th. Pay- President ment will be made at the dinner. Fred Zuleger III Dress will be optional, formal, casual, etc. Vice President John Santillo Congratulations to the following club members who Secretary made Runner of the Year in New England Runner: Lori-Ann Wilde Marge Bellisle – Master Treasurer Mark Adams Linda Dewing – Veteran rd Rich Silva – 70+ 3 & Final Notice - Dues are Due Dues of $20 per member or $30 for a family of two or more Florence Dagata – Racewalker 70+ are due January 1, 2005. There is a form enclosed in the Joe Pascale – 80+ back of this newsletter that you can use. Please don’t wait, send in your check today! You need to have paid your dues in order to vote and to be listed in our club directory. This will be the last newsletter for those who haven’t paid by February 15th. 2 Meeting Minutes, January 18th by Jeanne Bolduc RIRR Grand Prix for 2005: 1st three events Grand Prix Series…the next RIRR Grand Prix will be the Fox- Jan 16 - Frostbite 15K in Raynham – 10 points boro 10 miler on Febrary 20th. Feb 20 - Old Fashion 10 miler in Foxboro – 10 points Michael Silva from the Performance Foundation invited RIRR March 13 - Raynham 5 miler – 5 points members to a clinic on a Thursday in February. He is a Physical Therapist and personal trainer located on North Main St. in Paw- The following are the Grand Prix rules for 2005 tucket across the street from Colonial Toyota. More details to Each finisher will be awarded points as scheduled. follow. The next meeting will be elections and a buffet on February 8, Additional points will be given to the first five (5) male and 2005. Buffet to begin at 7:00 p.m. th female finisher in the race on a declining scale: The Annual Christmas Party will be held on February 12 . 1st=+5, 2nd =+4, 3rd =+3, 4th =+2, 5th =+1 Please call or email Jeanne Bolduc as soon as possible. We need to give the restaurant a count. Weather conditions bonus points to be awarded as warrant- Running Heritage will have their party for the Grand Prix Series ed (extreme cold or heat, torrential rains, snow or sleet). on February 3rd at Patrick’s Pub. nd The Annual Jerry Musco Race will be held on May 22 . Coke Must run seven of the races to place in the standings. will donate $500 plus product. RIRR will also make a donation. Nominations were closed at this meeting. The nominees are Fred Bonus points for running 12 races = 10 pts, 10-11 races = 8 Zulegar President, John Santillo VP, Mark Adams Treasurer, pts, and 9 races =6 pts and Lori Ann -Wilde Secretary. Fred’s Corner RIRR Grand Prix for 2005: 1st three events The New England Grand Prix Series: New Bedford ½ Marathon Jan 16 - Frostbite 15K in Raynham – 10 points March 20th, Bedford New Hampshire 12K May 21st, Rhody 5K th th Feb 20 - Old Fashion 10 miler in Foxboro – 10 points June 5 , Methuen Mass10K June 26 , Stowe Vt. 8 miler July March 13 - Raynham 5 miler – 5 points 17th,Olie 5miler Oct. 2nd, Cape Cod Marathon Oct 30th Mt. Washington is June 18th. Looking for a volunteer to coordi- Final Results after twelve races nate the clubs entry forms. Jacques Benun 101 8 bonus pts for 10 races Jimmy Brunelle 92 10 bonus pts for all 12 races Financial Report As of December 31, 2004 Chuck Burton 84 6 bonus pts for 9 races By Janet McCoy Dave Simmons 82 8 bonus pts for 11 races Income Month Year John Santillo 73 8 bonus pts for 10 races Clothing Sales 112.00 861.00 Don Clukies 63 6 bonus pts for 9 races Jim Cotter 61 6 bonus pts for 9 races Awards Dinner 730.00 Mark Pare 56 Dues 1,150.00 5,210.00 Harry Carter 55 Interest 9.60 Fred Zuleger 52 Other income 2.00 8.00 Dave Hawkins 47 John Curran 41 Total Income $1,264.00 $6,818.60 Mark Adams 36 Expenses Females Annual picnic 557.89 Jeanne Bolduc 71 6 bonus pts for 9 races Awards Dinner 1,478.62 Sandra Curran 47 Note: you must run seven of the twelve grand prix races to be Bank Charge 3.00 106.77 eligible. Clothing 850.12 st Donation 500.00 RIRR Grand Prix for 2005: 1 three events Hall rental 25.00 Jan 16 - Frostbite 15K in Raynham – 10 points Memorial donation 75.00 75.00 Feb 20 - Old Fashion 10 miler in Foxboro – 10 points March 13 - Raynham 5 miler – 5 points Miscellaneous 153.00 Mt. Washington 384.00 Complete listing on our web site rirr.org Newsletter 200.00 1,732.34 Stamps 37.00 USATF dues 75.00 Group Runs Total Expenses $278.00 $5,974.74 Where: Colt State Park - Bristol, RI When: Saturdays @ 8:30 a.m. Distance: Various distances determined by the Net Income $986.00 $843.86 group at the time of meeting. Total Bank Accounts $3,136.56 $3,136.56 Meeting and parking location: Parking is available to your left as you enter Colt Park. As you drive into the park there is a cemetery on your right, take your first left here (U-turn), then take an immediate right onto the parking area. 3 Join the group whether you’re training for a 5K or a full fast turning out to be my favorite distance. The city of marathon. All levels and abilities are welcome. The run Richmond put on a first class show and the fans truly were a distance usually varies from week to week or whatever you very friendly bunch. Recommended running for marathoners chose to run. You can start your run early and meet up with looking for a new race city. the group at 8:30 a.m. or extend your run at the end. This is Training for marathons can be grueling as so many of you know, a great way to stay motivated through the winter months. but the reward is competing on race day. I want to say a special thanks to my family who endure early mornings of Dad tip toe- For anyone interested, the run is sometimes followed by a ing around trying not to wake anyone up - and eventually wak- trip to a local coffee shop. ing everyone up by tipping things over in the dark of the house. The more, the merrier! A special note of gratitude to my wife Krista who is a great sup- port beam for me. Thank you. Questions or directions contact: Cee Vallee (401) 253-2423 Dave Concannon 3:07:08 or e-mail: [email protected] Tom's Tavern Hangover Classic 5K, Wrentham Ma- Wednesday night – 5:00 p.m.