Hey Runners,

Two announcements:

First off, make sure you pick up the March Runners World to see a mention of Jack Quinn's running club and a picture. We are mentioned as a great combination of running and drinking, the newest trend for 2008!

Also a quick reminder for you to sign up for the Jack Quinn's 5K St. Paddy's Day Race that takes place on Saturday March 15th.  This race takes place in downtown Colorado Springs and is the first race of the season. Next Tuesday is the last day to sign up through JQ running club for a chance to win some prizes through the club. Registration papers will be available at our run next week. More details:

5K FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY RUN: The 10th Annual Grand Prix of Running series officially kicks off on Saturday, March 15, with the "5K For St. Patrick's Day" Run in Downtown Colorado Springs. The Series includes "Take 5 in the Garden of the Gods" (5K & 5 Mile), the "Classic 10K" and the "Great Pumpkin Race." Times from the popular "Sailin Shoes" run are also included as part of the Grand Prix Series results.

The course is a flat 5K run that starts and ends at "Acacia Park" (located at Platte and North Tejon.) This loop course gives every runner a chance to stretch their legs and work out the winter cobwebs and prepare for the new season! Chip timing is used and limited to the first 1,500 runners to register! In the Irish tradition of St. Patrick's Day, there will be Irish music and plenty of refreshments at the finish line!

"The Leprechaun Fun Run" for children 12 & under will start at 11 am also at Acacia Park. The run is "As long as a Rainbow" -- about 4 blocks. Parents can run with their wee ones, but no baby joggers, wheels, or pets are allowed in any of the races!

The 25th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade follows the races and steps off at Noon! The parade starts at St. Vrain and Tejon Street and goes south on Tejon to Vermijo. Visit www.csstpats.com  for more Parade information.

Running Beerdrinking Treadsetter,
Lauren Johnson

Hey JQRunners! Ever think of training for a triathlon, marathon or
half-marathon but didn't know how to get started?  Or maybe you've
done some events but would like to meet other people with similar
interests and support a great cause?  The Leukemia and Lymphoma
Society's Team in Training is celebrating its 20th year in the fight
against blood cancers and we would love to have you join the Summer
2008 Colorado Springs Marathon/Half-Marathon or Triathlon Team. If
you or someone you know may be interested, information meetings are
being held on the following dates (note the first is tonight):

Thursday, January 17
6:00pm
REI
1376 E. Woodman Rd.

Monday, January 28
7:00pm
Colorado Running Company
833 N Tejon

Kickoff
Tuesday, February 12
6:00pm-8:30pm
Penrose Cancer Center
110 E. Monroe Street


I'd be happy to answer any questions you have or you can visit the
Team in Training website: http://www.teamintraining.org/rm

Cheers,
Nicole Drummer

 Hey Runners,
 
Gold's Gym will be closing their phase three pricing at the end of the month. They would like to do is  see if any of the JQR group would like to have a special membership rate. Currently a charter membership is $28.99 per month with a one time  processing fee of $69.99.

Gold's Gym would like to enroll runners from Jack Quinns next week for a one time processing fee of $24.99 and only $24.99 per month. This would only be open to members of the JQ running club, and of course any close friends that you wanted to get started on that rate. 

Prices would be:
 24.99 single
44.99 couple
62.99 family of three or more
 
and of course any option would only have a single 24.99 processing fee. More information about Gold's Gym can be found at their website www.goldsgym.com/coloradospringsnorthco. JQ runners can sign up at next Tuesday's run or by visiting Gold's Gym.

See you on Tuesday Night,
-Lauren

The Spirit of the Marathon movie is going to be in COS January 24th at 7:30 pm at Tinseltown and the IMAX theatre on Powers and Carefree. Attached below is a blurb about the movie.  There are a few Quinn's people already planning to go to the Cinemark Carefree Circle showing and we would love to see more of our running partners (that means you) there.  Tickets may go fast, order online...
http://www.fandango.com/spiritofthemarathon_113128/movietimes?date=1/24/2008

"Spirit of the Marathon is the first ever non-fiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event. Filmed on four continents, the movie brings together a diverse cast of amateur athletes and marathon luminaries.

"As six unique stories unfold, each runner prepares for and ultimately faces the challenge of the Chicago Marathon. More than a sports movie, Spirit of the Marathon is an inspirational journey of perseverance and personal triumph; a spectacle that will be embraced by runners and non-runners alike."

Lauren Johnson

Come out this weekend and a few other weekends this winter to race in the local Winter Series. The series consists of four races on dirt and snow covered trails in Colorado Springs. Some pepople in this series are only training on their warm indoor treadmills, but Jack Quinn's Runners will have the advantage in this series since you actually train in the hardcore conditions of snow, cold and darkness.   As an extra incentive the committee members of Jack Quinn's Running Club are challenging you to a team race. So pull a couple of your buddies together and come race against the two committee co-ed teams (one fast team, one slo-polk team). More details http://www.pprrun.org/

As always, see you out on the run.
Lauren Johnson

Tuesday Night Field Trips!!! (since Jack Quinn's will be unable to host us these nights)
December 11th  Boulder Running Company Jingle Bell Run.  Visit our sponsor for this spirited Tuesday run. We encourage everyone to wear holiday attire such as antlers, Santa hats, costumes, whatever makes you in the holiday spirit. This is a great opportunity to get creative with the flashlight requirement!  We encourage you to bring your best homemade cookies or favorite store bought cookies to share with the crowd. Boulder Running Company is located at Austin Bluffs and Academy on the southwest corner. There will be $2.50 pints on New Belguim beers at Old Chicago across the street from Boulder Running Company. There will also be sales on apparel and some shoes at the store.

December 18th:  Bristol Brewery Run 
Meeting at Bristol at 6pm. 
Details to come

January 1st: New Years Day run at Old Chicago in downtown Colorado Springs downtown. Happy hour prices on food and beer.  Run starts at 6pm, and there will be 3 TV's for New Year's day football. Come start your New Year off right.

There was a little mistake in the last posting, please disregard the Dec 5th Jingle Bell run announcement. The next two runs are as follows:

December 4th - Empty Stocking Fund Run
Join in on our big fundraiser event next Tuesday. A portion of the proceeds from the bar tab will be donated to Empty Stocking Fund. We will also ask for you to donate $5.00 to eat the delicious appetizer buffet upstairs. This is a fun activity that we did last year and raised alot of money to benefit local local health and human service agencies.  See the website at http://emptystocking.coloradosprings.com/ for more information.

Tuesday Night Field Trips!!! (since Jack Quinn's will be unable to host us these nights)
December 11th  Boulder Running Company Jingle Bell Run.  Visit our sponsor for this spirited Tuesday run. We encourage everyone to wear holiday attire such as antlers, Santa hats, costumes, whatever makes you in the holiday spirit. This is a great opportunity to get creative with the flashlight requirement!  We encourage you to bring your best homemade cookies or favorite store bought cookies to share with the crowd. Boulder Running Company is located at Austin Bluffs and Academy on the southwest corner. 

Cheers,
Lauren Johnson

Hey JQ runners,

It is that time of year that flash lights are required on Tuesday night runs. This is a safety item that allows you to see the course and makes you visible to our worst enemy, cars.  Running headlamps can be picked up at Boulder Running Company, along with many other night and cold weather running equipment. Flashlights will be required at every run throughout the winter starting this Tuesday, October 23^rd. Please come prepared.

Halloween Run on October 30th
Come ready to spook the running club with your best costume.  There will be prizes for scary, funny, hardest to run in, most original, most scantily clad and many other categories. Check out last year's costumes on the website here.

Race this weekend:
Peace Officer's Memorial Run 5k Run/3k Fun Walk, October 20th 8 am Memorial Park. Go to www.peaceofficermemorial.com for more information.

Sincerely,

Lauren Johnson
Official Club Spammer

With this hot weather, it would be nice to have a Jack Quinn's logo on
a jogging bra or tank top.   Is that something that could be done?

Hi all,
I am in desperate need of volunteers for the American Discovery Trail
Marathon (http://www.adtmarathon.com/) that will be held Monday,
September 3 (Labor Day) in downtown Colorado Springs at America the
Beautiful Park.
Unfortunately, the best job (beer pourer) is already taken, but
fortunately some of the worst jobs (like water stop aides) are already
filled.  Especially needed are course marshals for the day of the
race, and strong, able bodies to help with set-up at the park the
Saturday and Sunday before the race.
What will you get out of all of this?  Good race karma for the
following year, the feeling of satisfaction from helping fellow
runners, a spiffy volunteer tshirt, and lunch if you are there on race
day!
Please contact me if you are at all interested in helping out!  Thanks!

Emilie Satterwhite
ADTM Volunteer Co-coordinator
esatterwhite@...

Hey Jack Quinn's Runners,

Sign up to volunteer for the Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon. The race organizers are excited to have Jack Quinn's Runners volunteer again this year. The races are on Saturday August 18th and Sunday August 19th and your help would be greatly appreciated. Sign up to volunteer on the volunteer sheet  at http://www.pikespeakmarathon.org/volunteer.htm.  Make sure to list Jack Quinn's in your volunteer group name so you can paired with your fellow running buddies. 

Also, wear your Jack Quinn's shirt and Irish flair while you volunteer. Check out photos of last years volunteers for Irish flair ideas.

See you up there!
Lauren Johnson

Now that I have your attention...

It shall be known to all Jack Quinn's Runners there is a small increase in beer prices.  Pints that were $2 are now $2.50, due to unforeseen circumstances.

Fortunately, according to this article from About.com (http://coins.about.com/b/a/000123.htm) the average car should have about 84 cents lost in the seats.  That's more than enough to cover the 50 cent difference!  So search your car for lost change and join us at the run tonight at 6pm.

Cheers,

Lauren Johnson

Greetings JQ Runners!  Welcome all newbies and thanks for sticking with us all you returnees. 

Red, white, and blue run - this Tuesday!  Show your support for the good ole US of A by sporting red white and blue!  

The club is still growing and we wanted to make sure everyone is on the same page, so please read and OBEY these rules.  Otherwise a Green Shirt (Committee Member) can and will yell at you:

You MUST sign a WAIVER to run with the club.
Jack Quinn's ain't held responsible if you injure yourself.

You are running at your OWN risk.
Obstacles such as fast moving cars, curbs, ice, parking meters, leprechauns, and confused tourists may be encountered at any time.

Do Not Jaywalk.
That is naughty and you will be BOO'ed at by the mob of runners.  And if thou witness a jaywalker, thou shall partake with the righteous mob in the BOO'ing of this fool.

TIP your BARKEEPS well.
C'mon, you're only paying two bucks a pint!

You MUST wear a HEADLAMP or carry a FLASHLIGHT during the winter season.
(Or set your hair on fire) You need to see and be seen!

Stay informed and get involved.
Join our Yahoo Group "JQRunners" and ask about volunteer opportunities.

Additionally, All Food Must Be Kept Upstairs!  Customers have been asking for pasta and it is NOT on the menu.  Please respect JQ management.

You will receive 10% off regular JQ food downstairs ONLY on Tuesdays and ONLY if you are WEARING your JQ shirt.  No exceptions.

If you ever have questions, you can email the committee members from the website or talk to us on Tuesdays - look for the bright green shirts!

Cheers!
JQ Steering Committee Members

(Sorry for the repeat message post, this one was sent as a special notice)

Greetings JQ Runners!  Welcome all newbies and thanks for sticking with us all you returnees. 

Red, white, and blue run - this Tuesday!  Show your support for the good ole US of A by sporting red white and blue!  

The club is still growing and we wanted to make sure everyone is on the same page, so please read and OBEY these rules.  Otherwise a Green Shirt (Committee Member) can and will yell at you:

You MUST sign a WAIVER to run with the club.
Jack Quinn's ain't held responsible if you injure yourself.

You are running at your OWN risk.
Obstacles such as fast moving cars, curbs, ice, parking meters, leprechauns, and confused tourists may be encountered at any time.

DO NOT JAYWALK.
That is naughty and you will be BOO'ed at by the mob of runners.  And if thou witness a jaywalker, thou shall partake with the righteous mob in the BOO'ing of this fool.

TIP your BARKEEPS well.
C'mon, you're only paying two bucks a pint!

You MUST wear a HEADLAMP or carry a FLASHLIGHT during the winter season.
(Or set your hair on fire) You need to see and be seen!

Stay informed and get involved.
Join our Yahoo Group "JQRunners" and ask about volunteer opportunities.

Additionally, All Food Must Be Kept Upstairs!  Customers have been asking for pasta and it is NOT on the menu.  Please respect JQ management.

You will receive 10% off regular JQ food downstairs ONLY on Tuesdays and ONLY if you are WEARING your JQ shirt.  No exceptions.

If you ever have questions, you can email the committee members from the website or talk to us on Tuesdays - look for the bright green shirts!

Cheers!
JQ Steering Committee Members

Hey Jack Quinn's Runners,

Adidas wants you to try their shoes. Adidas will be at the run
tonight, June 26th, to have you try on shoes and give them a test run.

Wear adidas tonight and receive a free gift while supplies last! Three
pairs of shoes will be raffled off, so get your ticket when you come
in to get your FREE shoes!

-Lauren Johnson

Everyone,

I apoligize for the two spam postings that were made to the Yahoo
Group. New members that want to post will be moderated by me from now
on. This will take care of the problem.

As members of this group please feel free to post to
JQRunners@yahoogroups.com.

See you out on Tuesday night!
Lauren Johnson

Jack Quinn's Runners-

We just wanted to remind everyone that tomorrow, Tuesday June 12th is our 1st anniversary run, you don't want to miss this!  We will be meeting at the normal time and place (6pm at Jack Quinn's Pub) but the post run party will be held at City Auditorium on the southwest corner of Kiowa and Weber (a map will be available at the run tomorrow).  Here are some additional details about the post run party:

$2 Bristol Beers

We will be honoring our normal $2 Bristol Beers (Laughing Lab and Beehive).  There are a couple differences that should be noted.  First, the bar will be accepting CASH ONLY so leave your credit cards at home.  Second, the proceeds will be donated to the Trails and Open Space Coalition.  So bring a lot of cash and plan to put it toward a really good cause (and the Trails and Open Space Coalition).

Live Music

Live music will be performed by "The Tribe" from 7-9pm.   The Tribe also plays on most Wednesdays at Jack Quinn's so check them out in the future too.

Boulder Running Company Raffle

Boulder Running Company will be raffling off 10 pairs of running shoes compliments of Nike, Reebok, Adidas, New Balance, and Brooks in addition to some Timex running watches.  Raffle tickets can be purchased at the Boulder Running Company table in the auditorium after the run.  Again, all proceeds will be donated to the Trails and Open Space Coalition.  You must be present to win so be sure to stick around for the drawing!

Parking

The parking situation will be the same as usual: Good Luck!

Charity Event for Trails and Open Space

Finally, we wanted to restate that in addition to our 1st anniversary party this also serves as a CHARITY event to benefit the Trails and Open Space Coalition.  To learn more about the organization, check out their website here: http://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/.  Jack Quinn's Running Club has expended a lot of effort to keep membership completely free for the general public so we think it's time that we give back to a worthy cause that benefits us all.   In addition to beer and raffle proceeds, we also welcome and encourage cash donations of any amount, so please bring cash.

See you on Tuesday...

Ryan

On Thursday June 7th, at 6pm, Boulder Running Company is having a
Fitness night that you don't want to miss. There will be free massages,
full body gait analysis and lots of giveaways!  Representatives from
Brooks, Ahru, Tsogna, and Sporthill will be on hand to show product and
answer questions.  We will have discussions on supplements as well as
pre and post run nutrition.  There will be discounts and $5.00 bins for
you to take advantage of!  See you there!

Jack Quinn's Runners-

1st Anniversary Party, June 12

Mark your calendars!  Jack Quinn's Running Club will be celebrating our first anniversary at our run on Tuesday, June 12th.  Due to a higher than normal anticipated turnout, we have reserved Historic Colorado Springs City Auditorium to host the after party.  There will be free food, beer, music, and lots of celebrating!  In addition, 100% of the proceeds from beer will be donated to the Trails and Open Space Coalition, thanks to our sponsor Bristol Brewing Company.  This is the run that you don't want to miss this summer!  So show up thirsty and be prepared to have a good time!

Is JQ Runners keeping results for the GPR series?

Hello Jack Quinns Runners!
On Tuesday, May 29th, 2007 there will be a New Balance night at Jack
Quinn's.  New balance will be there with shoes for YOU to try out.
Take the shoes for a run, walk, sprint, whatever the case may be, just
try them out!  Representatives from New Balance and Boulder Running
Company will be on hand for your responses and comments!  And always,
please ask questions.  There will be some free give aways and sizes
will be limited, so get there early!
Hope to see you next week!

Are we running tonight?

Yes the run is still on.

Hi everyone!

Does anyone know if the 03-27-07 6pm run is still on?

New Website

Jack Quinn's Running Club has a brand new website!  Check us out at www.jackquinnsrunners.com.  The site will be updated regularly with info on the next run, announcements, latest stats, recent photos, FIT training schedule, etc.  In addition, we would like to post more "Stories" about the club.  Do you have a funny or interesting story about the club or any of our runs?  Maybe you met a significant other or witnessed a runner charge full speed into a parking meter...we want to hear about it!  E-mail our webmaster at mustangs92@....

Post to JQRunners Yahoo! Group

We are opening the flood gates on the JQRunners Yahoo! Group. Members can now post on the group and discuss any relevant topic. Everyone's email notification has been set to receive special notices only; therefore if you want to get a daily digest of forum discussions you need to change your email delivery setting. If you don't want to participate, you do not need to do anything and you will continue to receive only special notices.

Jack Quinn's Runners-

Just a few quick reminders before our run tonight...

Awards for 5K on St. Patrick's Day TONIGHT
Tonight we will be holding a small awards ceremony for those who participated in the 5K on St. Patrick's Day.   Don't think you have a chance of winning anything?  You might be surprised, we have some unique categories.  So if you ran the race on Saturday, be sure to show up tonight.

FIT Training Groups Kickoff TOMORROW NIGHT (March 21 @ 7PM)
The new FIT training groups presented by Jack Quinn's Running Club and Boulder Running Company will have a Kick-Off informational meeting on Wednesday, March 21 @ 7pm at Boulder Running Company, 3659 Austin Bluffs Parkway.  Separate groups will form based on target races people want to train for (such as the BolderBoulder 10K, Chicago Marathon, etc.) and also groups for those new to running and for walkers, depending on interest.  The groups will follow training schedules, go for group long runs (with potential day care available) and have occasional clinics and socials.  For more information, contact Karen at 574-8322 or jqfit@....

See you tonight...

Ryan

Hey Runners!
The time change allows us to enjoy the glorious sunshine during our downtown run. Therefore, flashlights are no longer required during our weekly run. Yeah!

Special Event on March 13th with Jack Quinns Running Club
In honor of St. Patrick's day we are wearing green. The greener and more St. Patrick's themed the better.  Make sure to wear your Jack Quinn's shirt too.

Registration Pick up for The 5K on St. Patrick's Day
If you signed up with the club for the race there is a special packet pickup at the run on Tuesday.  If you missed registration before there is a final chance to sign-up on the run on Tuesday.  So if you forgot before, bring your cash or check book to this Tuesdays run. You can print and fill out the application beforehand if you wish to spend more time socializing:  http://www.jackquinnsrunners.com/?page_id=10.

Volunteer for the 5K on St. Patrick's Day
Don't want to run?  Volunteer.  JQRC is coordinating a team of volunteers for the 5K.  Those of you who volunteered for the Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon know that this can be a blast!  Don't believe me?  Check out the pictures:  http://www.jackquinnsrunners.com/photos/thumbnails.php?album=17.  And to top it off, all volunteers will receive a free race shirt!

We need about 20 people total to help at various stations (water stations, finish line, course marshals).  We will have sign up sheets available at our evening runs so mark your calendars and join the fun!  If you have any questions you may contact Joel Whittington at 719-661-8329(M).

FIT Training Groups
The new FIT training groups presented by Jack Quinn's Running Club and Boulder Running Company will have a Kick-Off informational meeting on Wednesday, March 21 @ 7pm at Boulder Running Company, 3659 Austin Bluffs Parkway.  Separate groups will form based on target races people want to train for (such as the BolderBoulder 10K, Chicago Marathon, etc.) and also groups for those new to running and for walkers, depending on interest.  The groups will follow training schedules, go for group long runs (with potential day care available) and have occasional clinics and socials.  For more information, contact Karen at 574-8322 or jqfit@....