Please join us for a party and celebration of
What was in 2015
and
What will be in 2016
New Year's Eve
At the home of Stacey and Peggy
by December 15th
Details to follow
Friday 27 November 2015
Thursday 26 November 2015
Walks - Sat. Nov. 28 - Wed. Dec. 4
Trish's brilliant idea
Join us Sat. at 8:00 am at Tim's for a walk. The distance is flexible so please join in.
Mid week walks - those interested in day time walks, contact Dawn.
Evening walks at 7:00 pm on Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions) - please check the blog just in case there is a change in location or another option - it can happen and most often is listed in the comments.
Please note that Wed. is Doc Soup, so some regular walkers will be at the movies.
Announcements - have anything to add to the blog? Just send it along to Susan by Thurs - any and all comments/announcements welcome. This is your blog.
from Rainer:Robbie Burns race is Sunday Jan 24 entry is $40 till Dec 31.
However as of today only 50 walker spots left ... always a good event ...
from Libby:
GoodLife
on May 1 has added a 10K route to their race. A good option for
consideration for Spring!
Montreal Rock and Roll is open for registration.
There is interest in this race. Check it out www.runrocknroll.com/montreal/en
Registration fee Half Marathon is $75; $45 for 10K. Libby
will post more information on potential hotels in the coming weeks. The train
is an excellent mode of transport with great pricing if we book early. Anyone
interested in a marathon distance?
Let Libby know if you have signed up for any races, as
usual!
from David: Thought some might be interested in a series of articles on financial readiness and implications for retirement recently in the Globe.
Check this out - mix of retirement income to reduce tax implications:
Once you click on the above link, you will find other articles also listed, such as will we outlive our retirement savings? Check out this series of articles.
Thursday 19 November 2015
Walks - Sat. Nov. 21 - Wed. Nov. 25
It's a Great Find, Cheryl
Join us Sat. at 8:00 am at Tim's for a walk - any distance is good distance. Mid week walks:
If you are interested in day time walks, please check with Dawn.
Evening walks on Mon (Loblaws) and Wed (Occasions) at 7:00 pm. There may be other locations which suit you better so please check the blog.
What a great year end gathering we had thanks to our charming and generous hosts, Paul and Lou-Ann. Great food; great folks; a lovely event. Thanks so much Paul & Lou-Ann.
Announcements: from David - an article on "Use it or Lose it" just to encourage us to keep moving. Check it out:
from Libby: Some discussion seems to indicate interest in the fall Montreal Rock
and Roll Race and perhaps the Run for Toad Trail Race with a new 12k
course and walk start.
We should plan for at least one or two spring races to keep
us walking this winter!. The GoodLife
Half Marathon is a nice course. Both Sporting Life and K-W Minds in Motion on
the same day in May (8th) are great races. The WALKER ONLY K-W has 5, 10 and
Half Marathon distances and it is always great to support this race. Let Libby know any decisions!
from Eileen:
Helen did a fabulous job with the calendar again! Thank
you for keeping up that tradition.
Be safe if you are travelling - we live in sobering times.
Thursday 12 November 2015
Camera magic by Olwyn
Join us Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am for any distance that seems good for you. Just do it! Remember, it is great to walk with friends.
Mid-week walks - There might be interest in Monday day time walks- check with Dawn.
Evening at 7:00 pm. Monday (Loblaws); Wednesday (Occasions). Others may suggest meeting at different spots and times, so it is worth using the blog to convey messages.
Let me repeat - If you have been missing in action, this is the ideal time to come back - no questions asked - the distances are manageable for anyone.
For those who are injured or ill, please take care - hugs to you.
For those travelling, be safe and enjoy.
Announcements: from Lou-Ann - remember our year end gathering is Sat. Nov. 14th, 6:30 pm. RSVP (urgently required) to Lou-Ann.
from Libby: Training for races helps motivate us to walk longer and
faster and push us out the door no matter the weather! The social part of
training as a group is much more appealing! So let’s plan for a race or
two in 2016! Check out the right side of blog for race
information listed by month. It has races we have done and some we may want to
consider.
Also, the Race
Site link at the top of page. Browse for races further
afield. Walker friendly marathons (or half) in Bermuda, Honolulu, London
and Dublin. Need I say more?
Reminder-
A last minute consideration- this Sunday at
Whitby Waterfront Race- Walker friendly. Distances 5K, 10K. www.events.runningroom.com.
Some have signed up for December races- Santa Shuffle
December 12th in Burlington and the Resolution Run December 27 at the CNE
grounds.
Canada Running Series opens registration for 2016 Race
season next week- Includes Harry’s Spring Fling (April 2), Yonge
Street 10K, Scotia Bank Marathon/Half and Oasis Zoo Run. Discount for
registration for more than one race.
Let Libby know when you register for a race and she
will ensure you have a training schedule on the blog!
from David: recommended reading article in the Globe (Sat. Nov. 7) on issues re: when to apply for OAS and CPP - the pros and cons of taking it before 65, at 65, or after 65. I can't post it here (technically challenged) but if you email David or me, we can send you a scanned copy of the article.
Thursday 5 November 2015
Walks - Sat. Nov. 7 - Wed. Nov. 11
View from the spit
Join us on Saturday at 8:00 am at Tim's. We have had glorious weather this week - may it continue all month. There is no required training distances so I'll suggest that we head out for 6-8-10-12 kms - whatever works for you.
Mid week walks - the day time group is struggling - if you are available and interested, please let Dawn or Susan know. Evening walks at 7:00 pm on Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions). Please sign in. There may be alternate locations announced in the comment section or arranged by sub-groups. Again, whatever works - we aim to please.
Remember our year end gathering is coming soon - think of some race to inspire you and others to get training - bring your ideas to the gathering.
To all who are travelling, be safe and enjoy.
To anyone who is dealing with illness or injury, we miss you and wish you well.
To anyone who is missing in action, this is the ideal time to return - no questions asked.
I need photos - please forward some.
See you Saturday.
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