New Year's Day Run: 8AM Coffee Tree

Late breaking news - meet at the Coffee Tree in Squirrel Hill at 8:00 AM for a New Year's Day run

January 7 Run: Tazzo D'Oro, Highland Park

Next Sunday's run will start at Tazzo D'Oro at 1125 N. Highland Ave and wander through Highland Park (we will make it up as we go).

For those wanting to run to the run, meet at Shady and Wilkins at 6:25 AM.

Happy New Year to all of you!

December 31 Sunday Run - Tom's House

The subject line says it all - meet at Tom's house for a New Years Eve Run: 5434 Aylesboro (near Forbes Ave.).

NY Times Article: To Avoid ‘Boomeritis,’ Exercise, Exercise, Exercise

Thanks to Virginia for sending another interesting article from the NY Times:
To Avoid 'Boomeritis,' Exercise, Exercise, Exercise

If this link above does not work you can cut and paste this URL into your browser:
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/19/health/19brody.html?ei=5070&en=25f34fb97f894bea&ex=1167368400&adxnnl=1&emc=eta1&adxnnlx=1166733234-ztOOtZFoShMmS4iFNvpkpg

Christmas Day Run - Coffee Tree at 7AM

Just in case you
a) are in town
b) do not celebrate Christmas or
c) have children that no longer get up at 5:30 AM on Christmas and
d) think you would enjoy a run on Monday

Meet at the Coffee Tree in Squirrel Hill at 7AM on 12/25. If anyone turns up (including me) we will have a "runner's choice" run.

Anne Jane

December 24, 2006 Sunday Run

Next week's run will begin at the Coffee Tree in Squirrel Hill. No specific direction has been chosen yet so if you have an interesting idea bring it with you, if not we can run in Homewood Cemetery.

Thanks to Tom for a truly memorable downtown run this morning!

NYTimes Article: Is Marathoning Too Much of a Good Thing

Thought you might find this interesting:
Is Marathoning too Much of a Good Thing

Or if the link does not work you can paste this URL into your browser:
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/07/fashion/07Fitness.html?ei=5087%0A&em=&en=f7e430887d7518d0&ex=1165899600&adxnnl=1&adxnnlx=1165768158-Ae19Gaao3/K0DS5meQW2TQ

December 17, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday we will explore downtown's holiday offerings - meet in PPG Place at the ice skating rink/Christmas Tree, which during the summer months is known as the tomb of the unknown bowler.

For those wanting to run to the run, meet at Phipps at 6:15 AM.

December 10, 2006 Sunday Run

All,
Tom will take us through a merry run through Oakland this coming Sunday. Meet at Phipps Conservatory.

Anne Jane

December 3, 2006 Sunday Run

The Sunday run for December 3rd will begin at the Wendy Bennett trail head at the start of Overlook Drive in Schenley Park (corner of Bartlett St and Blvd of the Allies). We are trying to get in as many park runs as possible while we have light.

At coffee this morning it was suggested that we organize a one or two night runners group get away. One possible location is the Felicita Resort which is not far from Harrisburg. Think about it :-)

Friday, November 24 - Two runs

There will be two runs tomorrow, 11/24:

• 5:45 at Murray and Forbes - the regular Friday run
• 7:00 at Coffee Tree

Not sure who will show up at either but if today was any indication there could be quite a few folks.

And as a reminder the Sunday run will start at the entrance to Frick Park at Reynolds street, across from the Frick Art Museum.

Happy Thanksgiving - we all have so much to be thankful for, not the least of which is our great running group!

Anne Jane

Recipe for Spinach Balls

From Teri Malstrom

SPINACH BALLS

2 boxes of frozen shopped spinach, defrosted and drained well
2 cups of Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing Mix
2 large onions chopped very fine
6 beaten eggs
3/4 cup melted butter
3/4 to 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 Tablespoon black pepper

Mix all ingredients together and chill well. Form into small balls and freeze in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Once frozen, place them in a zip-loc freezer bag.

Bake, frozen at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes. Make sure the bottoms are browned.

Thanksgiving 2006 Run

For those people who will be around on Thanksgiving morning the default holiday run starts at the Coffee Tree at 7AM. I might be there but I am not sure of my schedule yet - otherwise just show up and take your chances.

Anne Jane

November 26 Sunday Run and a few events of note

The post Thanksgiving Sunday run will start at the entrance to Frick Park on Reynolds Street - just across from the Frick Art Museum.

Below are some interesting upcoming events that have been discussed by the group:

Today, November 19 - Open House and Jewelry Sale at Teri's house
check your mail for the invite

November 29 Le Mystere Des Voix Bulgares - if you like ethnic music this will be a treat
http://www.pgharts.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=6046

December 1 & 2nd Pittsburgh Glass Center Annual Holiday Glass Sale
http://www.pittsburghglasscenter.org/


December 2 The Craft Factory - an alternative craft fair at the Mattress Factory http://www.mattress.org/index.cfm?event=Events

December 2 & 3rd The Riverside Design Group Holiday Sale
http://www.post-gazette.com/events/venueinfo.asp?id=1012

Pittsburgh Figure Skating Club Information

Runners-

Several of you have asked me for info re the Pittsburgh Figure Skating Club lessons offered Saturday mornings at Schenley Park. Here is the link to info re this winter’s session. An online application is at the bottom. Lessons are for kids and adults and are followed by club free skate time. There are usually a few of us who run in the park while our kids are in the lessons…then we skate with the kids a bit.

http://www.pittsburghfsc.com/Learn%20to%20Skate.htm

Elaine Mormer, M.A.

November 19, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will start at Tom's house: 5434 Aylesboro (near Forbes Ave.).

Welcome back to Julie who was the surprise leader on today's run!

November 12, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday meet at Colfax School for an impromptu Frick Park run (still taking advantage of the morning light). There is no designated leader or planned route so there is lots of room for creativity.

November 5, 2006 Sunday Run

Sunday run for November 5th will begin at the Wendy Bennett trailhead at the start of Overlook Drive in Schenley Park (corner of Barlett St and Blvd of the Alies). We wanted to take advantage of the morning light to get in another park run.

October 29, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will begin at Susan Hunt's house. Meet where Selwyn runs into Reynolds Street - very close to where Reynolds joins Beechwood Blvd and just up from 5th Avenue.

The 3 Bridge/3 River Run was a great success - a definite keeper.

Good luck to Pam Murray running her first marathon (various aches and pains permitting) this coming Sunday!

Oct 22, 2006 Sunday Run

The 10/22 Sunday run will be a 'Bridges Run' co-led by Elaine Mormer and Paula Clemens. It will start from the Hilton Hotel downtown. The run crosses all 3 rivers downtown circling the confluence. Just a word to the wise--it is slightly longer than our usual run--about 5 miles. Elaine and Paula were not planning on doing a 'run to the run' given the added distance; however, there may be those more intrepid - please reply to this email if you are interested.

October 15 Sunday Run

This coming Sunday's run will start at the Wendy Benett Trailhead at the corner of the Boulevard and Bartlett Street. Wendy may or may not be able to be there so if she is not, the group can either do the regular run from that spot or create a new one.

Enjoy this lovely autumn weather!

October 8 Sunday Run

[Sorry I missed last week!]

Since there were only three of us at today's run the options were limited for next week - we will meet again at the Coffee Tree where Elaine will lead us on a run through Squirrel Hill.

See you then!
Anne Jane

The note below is from Paula:
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Dear Running Friends,

Some of you participated in the Walk for Racial Harmony at the inaugural event last fall which took place on a gorgeous fall day. The second annual Walk for Racial Harmony will take place October 21, 2006. I am part of the group that is organizing this community event. Please participate if you can, and spread the word to anyone or any groups who you feel would be interested. We are hoping for a really good turn-out. The Masters of Ceremony and musical entertainment that will be part of the walk are shaping up really well. The email announcement of the walk (pasted below) has a weblink for the registration form. People can certainly register on the day of the walk by just showing up and paying the registration fee then, but advance registration is encouraged, and for obvious reasons, is required in order to have a T-shirt. This event is meant for all races, all genders and all ages. Please come!

Thanks, Paula


Walk for Racial Harmony - October 21, 2006

Sponsored by Women of Pittsburgh 2000 & CCO

Where: Schenley Park - Pittsburgh, PA

When: Saturday, October 21, 2006

Cost: $10 for adults
$7 for students
Free for children under 10
Entrance fee waived for anyone who raises a minimum of $25 in
pledges ($15 for students) (must show up at Walk with cash/checks in
hand).

Groups of 10 or less can raise pledges (minimum $150) to
compete for prizes IPod shuffles, iTunes gift cards and movies passes
and Cheesecake Factory gift cards.

Weblink to the registration brochure: http://www.ccojubilee.org/walk/


Purpose of the Event: To bring together people from every sphere of
life in greater Pittsburgh in an effort to promote racial harmony, and
create a time of community which encourages the formation of
relationships between people of different races and backgrounds.

What is the format of the event?

* On Saturday, October 21, hundreds of people, from all ages,
races and walks of life will gather at Schenley Park for a 5K Walk/1
Mile Fun Walk. The goal of the event is to bring together people and
groups who care about racial harmony. Immediately following the walk,
participants will gather at the oval in Schenley Park to celebrate.
This brief gathering will include entertainment and food.

* Participants will either pay a modest fee or raise a small
amount of pledges to enter the walk. Participants will have the
opportunity to enter the walk as a "group," and raise pledges for that
group. The groups raising the highest amounts of money will win prizes
(restaurant gift certificates, movie passes, tickets to sporting events, etc.)

Contact for questions: Jessica Davis 412-363-3303

September 24 Sunday Run

Sunday, September 24 is the day of the Great Race which begins at 9AM this year. Pam Murray welcomes all those running to convene at her house anytime after 7:45 - 8:00AM. She lives at 2200 Beechwood - about 1/2 between the start line and Colfax school on the big bend.

For those not running the race, I would suggest meeting at the holiday run default gathering place, The Coffee Tree, at 7:00 AM.

For Susan Hunt and other interested recyclers, there is an open air recycling place at the foot of 30th st. in the Strip. The address is 30th and Water Street. You can recycle your magazines, corrugated cardboard, white office paper and phone books there (as well as all the items we can recycle at the curb). There is no gate, the dumpsters are outside and so you can recycle at any time.

September 17 Sunday Run

The run this coming Sunday will start at the parking lot of the UPMC Sports Medicine building just over the Hot Metal bridge on the South Side (first left as you cross from Second Ave). Tom - I hope you (and your van) are going to be there :-)

The run to the run will start at the corner of Forbes and Murray at 6:15AM. Hopefully someone will remember how to get to Greenfield via Schenley Park but if not we will just run down the Boulevard of the Allies to Bates Street to Second Avenue.

September 10 Sunday Run

The September 10th Sunday run will return to the Wendy Bennet Trailhead - the corner of Bartlett and the Blvd of the Allies.

Labor Day Run

Whoever would like to run on Labor Day show up at the Coffee Tree at 7AM.

September 3 Sunday Run

The Labor Day weekend Sunday run will begin at the Wendy Bennet Trail head - Schenely Park at the intersection of the Blvd of the Allies and Bartlett.

August 27 Sunday Run

Continuing on even longer with the cemetery theme, this coming Sunday (8/27) we will run through Calvary Cemetery which is in Greenfield/ Hazelwood. We will meet at the entrance on Greenfield Avenue, just up Greenfield Ave from the big intersection of Beechwood, Browns Hill Road and other roads, just a little bit beyond the mini-mall that has a Hollywood video in it.

The run-to-the-run will start at the corner of Forbes and Murray (the Wednesday/ Friday meeting place) at 6:30AM.

August 13, 2006 Sunday Run

Pam will lead a run in Allegheny Cemetery starting at the Penn Ave entrance, which near the interection of Penn and Frendship.

The run to the run will start at Shady and Wilkins at 6:30 AM.

August 6, 2006 Sunday Run

Next week's run will start at the Wendy Bennett trail head to Schenley park (junction of Bartlett and the start of the Blvd of the Allies). Sharon is leading.

July 30 Sunday Run

The run for the last Sunday in July will start at the same place as last Sunday: the parking lot by the tennis courts on Braddock Avenue. Michelle (welcome back!) will lead the run.

I will be away this coming Sunday. If someone will send the location of the following Sunday's run I can send it out to the group later in the week

Run to the Run Times

From Wilkins & Beechwood to the Hilton Downtown 1 hour
From Shady & Phillips to UPMC on the South Side via the Park 45 mins (much nicer)
From Shady & Phillips to UPMC on the South Side via Bates St 40 mins

July 23, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will begin at the tennis court parking lot on Braddock Avenue, in Regent Square. Virginia will lead.

I think this Sunday's run was one for the record books - 5 of us met and ran to the run but ... no one else showed up so we had to run home - uphill all the way! It was a good reminder to always carry bus fare :-)

Anne Jane

July 16, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will begin at the UPMC parking lot on the South Side - turn left as soon as you cross the Hot Metal Bridge and it is on your right.

There will be a run to the run starting at the "J" corner: the corner of Shady and Phillips. I did not hear a time but Mapquest says it is 3.12 miles using the Parkway and I think the last time we ran there it took longer than a 1/2 hour. So how about starting at 6:20AM?

July 9, 2006 Sunday Run - CORRECTION

Saw the fences going up this morning for the annual Vintage Gran Prix in Schenley Park.Let's meet instead, Sun @ 7 am, at the Fire Trail opposite the Irish Centre on Commercial Road.

Wendy

July 9, 2006 Sunday Run

The run will start at the Wendy Bennet Trail head (corner of the Boulevard and Bartlett) at 7AM.

July 2, 2006 Sunday Run

For those who are in town this weekend the Sunday run will begin as usual at 7:00 AM at the Coffee Tree in Squirrel Hill.

June 25, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will begin at Susan Hunt's house. Meet where Selwyn runs into Reynolds Street - very close to where Reynolds joins Beechwood Blvd.

I will not be around the next two Sundays. If Paula or Teri are not at those runs will someone please send mail to everyone?

June 18, 2006 Sunday Run

The Father's Day (just a gentle reminder) Sunday run will begin at Julie's house: 6693 Kinsman - it is the second one in from Dallas.

Running Routes Websites

You can map out a running route and it will tell you the distance - using Google maps. Apparently you can save and share runs as well.

http://www.usatf.org/routes/

Go to the link and on the search page, enter "Sq. Hill" for the location and "Pittsburgh" for the city. The regular Wednesday/ Friday run is called the "East End Runners Wed Fri Loop" - it should be the only one that comes up with those search terms.

Here are two more to try out:
http://www.mapmyrun.com/
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/

These sites should also be good for mapping out walking routes when you are visiting a new place. I get frustrated with the mapping sites geared to cars that will not let you go the wrong way on a 1-way street :-)

June 11, 2006 Sunday Run

Next Sunday's run will be downtown (an Arts Festival run!) - starting at the Hilton. The Run to the Run will start at Beechwood and Wilkins at 6 - we'll head straight down Wilkins to Fifth and take that all the way into town.

June 4, 2006 Sunday Run

The run will be in Schenley park - meet at the WB trailhead (intersection of the Blvd and Bartlett).

May 28, 2006 Sunday Run

Starts at the Coffee Tree, 7AM as usual.

May 21, 2006 Sunday Run

Virginia will lead from Mellon Park - at the bottom of Beechwood where it hits Fifth near Ellis.

May 14, 2006 Sunday Run

Next week is the Race For the Cure, so there won't be a formal group run; we'll probably still all see each other there. Happy Mother's Day to all Moms in the group!

May 7, 2006 Sunday Run

Elena was going to lead from Tom's house. Pam will be a back-up if the other plan doesn't work.

April 23, 2006 Sunday Run

Starts again at Pam Murray's house on Beechwood.

April 16, 2006 Sunday Run

For those who will be in town this weekend, Pam leads from her house on Beechwood Blvd. - right near Elena's house.

Happy Passover, Happy Easter, Happy Spring

April 9, 2006 Sunday Run

The run starts at Elena Swan's house which is on Darlington just up from the S bend on Beechwood Blvd.

April 2, 2006 Sunday Run

Karen will lead through Frick Park; meet at the entrance near the Frick Art Museum on Reynolds Street.

Don't forget to turn your clocks forward an hour on Saturday night (or more accurately, Sunday morning).

March 26, 2006 Sunday Run

Wendy Bennet Trailhead again.

March 19, 2006 Sunday Run

Still under discussion - could be either at the WB Trailhead or at the Coffee Tree in Squirrel Hill.

March 12, 2006 Sunday Run

I am posting this after the fact (never got around to doing it this past week :-( so we have a record of the runs.

Today's run was supposed to start from the WB Trailhead in Schenley Park but it was thundering and rainy. Not sure if anyone showed up.

Women's Running Clinics at Elite Runners

Elaine Mormer is attending the one in Murrysville on March 15th.

WOMEN IN MOTION CLINICS
Mix it up with other women on the move! Women in Motion Mixers, presented to you by Brooks Sports & Elite Runners & Walkers, are fun celebrations of fitness for all women. These 2 clinics will feature a social and supportive environment, with professional bra fittings and professional gait analysis to help you find the gear that meets your individual fitness needs. Plus you get one of the first looks at our new summer clothing arriving next week.
Enjoy refreshments and a free gift with any Brooks purchase of $25 or more. You'll also get a chance to win a full head-to-toe Brooks ensemble, including an outfit from Brooks' new Motion apparel collection and the Brooks running shoes of your choice!
Join us and learn from other ladies. We have arranged for female presenters from each of the followng fields on both nights: Chiropractor, nutritionist, massage therapist (yes they will have their massage chairs there), Heart Association, a Brooks tech rep to help with bra fittings and of course our very own ultra-marathoner, Sue.
CLINIC # 1
WHEN: Tuesday March 14 - Robinson shop
TIME: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
RSVP to 412-490-0881

CLINIC #2
WHEN: Wednesday March 15th - Murrysville shop
TIME: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
RSVP to 724-733-2101
No reservation is necessary, however, we do ask that you please RSVP so we know how much food to have for each night. Hope to see you there!
Click here to RSVP

March 5, 2006 Sunday Run

Wendy will lead next Sunday from the big intersection in Schenley Park – the “Wendy Bennett Trailhead”.

February 26, 2006 Sunday Run

Sorry for the late post but the run this week will start at the Coffee Tree and wind its way through Homewood Cemetery.

February 19, 2006 Sunday Run

Tom's house .... again! He says he will take it until someone else volunteers.

February 12, 2006 Sunday Run

At Tom's house again for lack of other takers.

Group Restaurant Suggestions

Here are some Restaurants that group members recommended:

Picollo Forno in Lawrenceville - reasonably priced wood-fired pizzas and yummy pasta - BYOB

Hot Metal Grill in South Side Works - food is good but they give out coupons for free movies!

Aspinwall Grill - I (Anne Jane) have not been there but my neighbor's love it

Brugge Cafe - an East End gem

Group Knitting Event

From Teri: I am going to give a call to the owners of the new coffee shop in Point Breeze to see if they will let us use their upstairs studio for an afternoon – probably a Sunday if they are open. It’s really wonderful space that they use for art demos, etc. I’ll let you know what I find out. Everyone feel free to come, especially if you KNOW how to knit – I have a feeling that we will have more students than teachers!

For beginners who want to come, I understand that size 8 needles are good to start with, and as far as type of yarn – I have no idea. Also, my daughter Kate is coming and I recall one other mom this morning (Paula?) saying that her daughter would be into it also – so bring kids if you want as well. More details later….

February 5, 2006 Sunday Run

First February Run! Tom will lead from his house.

January 29, 1006 Sunday Run

Pam will lead from her house at 2200 Beechwood Blvd. (near where Darlington ends at Elena’s house).

January 22, 2006 Sunday Run

Elena will lead the run from her house on Darlington near Beechwood. Coffee afterwards at the Coffee Tree (as usual...).

January 15, 2006 Sunday Run

Tom will lead from Phipps on Sunday. He said that he will make sure thatthis weather sticks around until then too.

Those wanting to run to the run should meet at 6:30AM at the intersection of Wilkins and Beechwood. We don't want to miss this run again!

January 9, 2006 Sunday Run

Wendy will lead from the usual start of her run at the big main intersection in Schenley Park (at the Blvd of the Allies and Bartlett Street), but depending on how light it is we may stay on the road past the skating rink to get started (instead of heading down the trail into the park). See you then.