Walks: Sat to Wed, Nov. 30 to Dec. 4

Saturday morning on the Spit

Wow, look at those dates! Shall we cheer in the last month of 2013 together? Bundle up.

Saturday, 8-10K from Tim's in the construction zone at Leslie at Lakeshore.
Monday, 6-ishK from Loblaws (or check the comments for alternative start point).
Wednesday, 6-ishK again from Occasions. Follow-up hot toddy, optional.

Helen is filling in on the blog for the next two weeks. Please send any news or updates her way.

Happy Hanukkah, all the best to Debbie for her son's wedding, happy birthday to Barb S. and bon voyage to our travelling señora!

Walks - Sat. Nov. 22 - Wed. Nov. 27

The Keeners

 

Last week, we had wonderful weather for walking and the spit was the perfect place to enjoy the fresh air. Let's hope for more of the same this week. Saturday is at 8:00 am and most any distance is good - let's aim for 8-10 km.

 

Monday and Wednesday - locations are the same as always - day time group keeps in touch through Dawn; mid-town group gathers after work, and the evening gang meets at Loblaws on Monday and Occasions on Wednesday - both evenings at 7:00 pm.  Please sign in on the blog so others know your plans.

 

Announcements:

from Libby:

Let people know about the Santa Race registration deadline of November 22 for online registration for your 5k Santa Suit race in Burlington. www.santa5k.ca

The Sporting Life 10K on May 11th. 2014 has just opened for registration...for anyone not yet signed up for KW Walking Classic.

 

from Olwyn (thanks for the photos)

There are two very exciting Christmas and holiday fairs coming up; the first one is this Saturday, November 23^rd, at St. Dunstan of Canterbury Church, 56 Lawson Road.  It’s their annual ‘Holly Berry Bazaar’, with lots of seasonal treats, home-made goodies, a delightful lunch-room, a fabulous bake-sale, and a table of hand-made items by Cheryl, Cynthia and Eva, and Olwyn’s photo cards and Christmas cards.  It’s on from 9am – 2pm; 

The second is the ‘Jingle-Bell Fair’ at Lou-Ann’s church, where we had our Shore Things party.  It’s on Saturday December 7, from 11am – 3pm, and has a wonderful lunch room, bake-sale, and many fabulous hand-made items.     Come one, come all; get that Christmas and Hanukah shopping done!!

Be sure to pass along any announcements  - I'll cram them in if there's room (and I remember).

 



Walks - Sat. Nov. 16 - Wed. Nov. 20

 

Great Gathering 2013

 

Saturday promises to be a fine day so I'm suggesting a brisk 10 km starting from Tim's at 8:00 am.

 

Generally, there are three small groups walking on Monday and Wednesday.  You know your starting place and times but I'll mention the evening walks just as a reminder - Loblaws at 7:00 and Occasions at 7:00 - likely for 6 kms both evenings. Not sure about the rest of you but I find it hard to encourage myself to go out in the dark or cold or wind or rain but company makes it much more pleasant, so please join us. Sign in and let the others know your plans.

 

What a great gathering we had on Saturday! Wonderful food was shared; funny stories were told (some included truthful sections); and awards were bestowed. My thanks to all who helped to make this event such a success. Of course, a special word of thanks goes to Lou-Ann for the location.

 

Announcements:

from Libby -

We have a large group already signed up for the KW Walking Classic in May. Just a reminder to those still waiting to sign up, register as a group. Rainer is listed as the group captain for the The Shore Things!

Whitby Waterfront 5 and 10K race is this Sunday. It is walker ‘friendly’ for any of you looking for a last minute race to add to your calendar this year!

 

from others -

Several races were discussed at the Great Gathering - just to tempt us. Let's keep talking up races of interest.

 

Dawn is hoping to arrange a brunch in January and will keep us informed about a time and date. Location is TKOs on the Danforth at Coxwell - can't you just smell the bacon?

 

Walks - Sat. Nov. 9 - Wed. Nov. 13

Line Dancing

This Saturday, I suggest we meet at 8:00 at Tim's for 10 km or whatever distance suits you. Let's burn some calories before indulging at the Shorethings Year End pot luck celebration. We always have so many wonderful dishes to eat at our great gathering.

 

Monday and Wednesday:

-day time walkers know to connect with each other for their meeting time.

-Yonge & Eglinton area walkers connect with each other

-Evening walkers meet Monday at Loblaws at 7:00; Wednesday at Occasions at 7:00 - 6 km each night.  Please use the blog to let others know if you'll be joining the evening walks.

 

Let's get out there and keep up the pretense of (some) distance and fitness before the snow flies.

My thanks to Olwyn and Eileen for some great photos.

 

Announcements:

from our Social Committee:  The Year End Great Gathering is Sat. Nov. 9th and if history repeats itself, like it does at City Hall, the evening will be a delight - great food, great friends, great time. The doors crack (sorry, but I had to use that meaningful word) open at 6:30. Please join us with your pot luck creation. A separate message has been sent with the details. We have a dedicated group of volunteers who are making this possible - many thanks to all of you.

 

from Charlotte: - our coffers need replenishing and we ask that each person contributes $10. The funds help support the behind the scenes work. Charlotte is gladly accepting cash!

 

from Rainer: - Robbie Burns 8 km race on January 26th is selling out fast. Earlier this week, there were only 33 spots left. It is a short, fun event and gives you the opportunity to travel to beautiful downtown Burlington - certainly, not to be missed!

 

 

funky art





Walks - Sat. Nov. 2 - Wed. Nov. 6

Tower of Chairs - art?

 

This week, let's meet on Saturday, 8:00 am, at Tim's for 10 kms or whatever distance appeals to you. Take advantage of these snow free days while we can and get some distance in! Dianne - do you need any company for longer walks? Let us know.

 

Monday and Wednesday walks - day time walkers connect with each other through Dawn or Lou Anne to organize. Evening walks will be from Loblaws at 7:00 pm on Monday and from Occasions at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. Please be sure to sign in to let others know your intentions.

 

Announcements:

Our Year End Great Gathering is Sat. Nov. 9th at 6:30. A separate message was sent this week by Barbara B with all of the details.  

 

Please RSVP to Leverne as soon as possible. Our committee needs to have an idea of numbers in order to set up the tables and plan the event. Bring any race suggestions for 2014.

 

Thanks to all who are working on this event - it is always a nice celebration with great food.

 

From Libby - some race ideas to get you in the mood:

For those wishing to race in November- The Whitby Waterfront Race  is only 10K , an 11am start and only $55.00. Everyone gets a hat and chili!...another favorite of Rainer’s!

Check out the Chilly Half in Burlington- March 2. The jacket this year for Chilly Half are spectacular!

We already have quite a few registered for KW so those sitting on the fence may wish to reconsider so we have a strong group presence.

Early Registration rates also end soon for the Flying Pig in Cincinnati...a great race and fabulous medal. Very walker friendly and enjoyed by this years attendees.

 

See you Saturday.