BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New York Flyers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New York Flyers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nyflyers.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New York Flyers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T184000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220722T143304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T143532Z UID:18735-1658774400-1658779200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:SpeedPass DESCRIPTION:A Summer/Fall Training program for runners of all ability levels every Monday night through October 31st. Join on the Training page! URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/speedpass/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220529T005141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T135700Z UID:17670-1657650600-1657657800@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:July 12\, 2022 | DEBS' Book Club DESCRIPTION:Our next Book Club event will be held at the outdoor seating area at Good Enough To Eat Restaurant.  The book we will be discussing is\, "The Long Run" by Matthew Long - which is about a New York City firefighter's emotional and inspiring memoir of learning to run again after a debilitating accident\, based on the wildly popular March 2009 article in Runner's World. \nOn the morning of December 22\, 2005\, Matt Long was cycling to work in the early morning when he was struck by and sucked under a 20-ton bus making an illegal turn. The injuries he sustained pushed him within inches of his life. Miraculously\, more than 40 operations and months later\, Matt was able to start his recovery. In spite of the severity of his injuries\, Matt found the psychological consequences of the accident nearly as hard to process. He would no longer be able to compete at the highest level.In the 18 months before the accident\, he had competed in more than 20 events including several triathlons and marathons and had qualified for running's most prestigious race\, the Boston Marathon.After the accident\, his doctor told him he'd be lucky if he could even walk without a cane. \nThe Long Run is an emotional and incredibly honest story about Matt's determination to fight through fear\, despair\, loneliness\, and intense physical and psychological pain to regain the life he once had. The book chronicles Matt's road to recovery as he teaches himself to walk again and\, a mere three years later\, to run in the 2008 New York City Marathon—a gimpy seven-and-a-half hour journey through the five boroughs. "Running saved my life\," Matt says\, and his embrace of the running community and insistence on competing in the marathon has inspired many\, turning him into a symbol of hope and recovery for untold numbers of others. \nWhen: 6:30 pm Tuesday\, July 12th\, 2022 \nWhere: Good Enough To Eat Restaurant at: 520 Columbus Ave\, New York\, NY 10024 (at 85th St) \nHosts: Debi Unger & Deb Saat \nGroup Size: 20 \nYou can order the book  HERE \nView Attendees HERE URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/july-12-2022-debs-book-club/ LOCATION:Good Enough To Eat\, 520 Columbus Ave at 85th St\, New York\, New York\, 10024\, United States CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-28-at-8.34.30-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Saat":MAILTO:mcsaat@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220701T223417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T193517Z UID:18463-1657436400-1657447200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:3 Parks 3 Tracks 3 Bridges Run DESCRIPTION:Run Start Time: 7:00 AM \n\n\n\nDistance: Approximately 13 miles \n\n\n\nRoute: https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/xDSXdBH7dg \n\n\n\nLink to TURN-BY-TURN Directions \n\n\n\nStart/Meet: SW corner of 60th St and 1st Ave by the Queensboro Bridge \n\n\n\nMeet-up after the finish: Remedy Diner at 245 East Houston Street \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members of all paces - All are welcome! \n\n\n\nOrganizer/Event Captain: Jeanhie Hahn and Deb Saat \n\n\n\nDetails: This 12 mile route includes running over 3 different bridges: Queensboro\, Pulaski & Williamsburg and running a loop at 3 different tracks located in 3 different parks: Astoria Track\, McCarren Track and ending at the East River Track where we will provide cold water and gatorade. Then we hope everyone can join us for breakfast at Remedy Diner at 245 East Houston Street. Make sure you bring enough fluids and fuel for this run. There are drinking fountains at each track and along the way but be ready for a hot day! More details will be posted with turn-by-turn directions and a link to the route. \n\n\n\nNOTE: PLEASE SIGN UP for this event using the HEYLO app. (We are no longer using the MyCrew App due to technical issues). Download Heylo onto your phone\, set up an account using an email address\, then join a group by typing in "NEW YORK Flyers" (Not NY Flyers) then click on the 3 Parks 3 Tracks 3 Bridges Run event and you're in! We encourage you to sign up through the app because it allows us to easily communicate with one another via it's CHAT feature - in case there are any questions\, announcements\, changes\, etc. THANK YOU! \n\n\n\nContact for More Info: Use the CHAT feature in the HEYLO App OR email: deb.nyflyers@gmail.com \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: Please bring enough fluids and fuel for this run. There are options for water fountains along the way but please be prepared. And as mentioned above\, there will be cold water and Gatorade at the finish. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/3-parks-3-tracks-3-bridges-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Screen-Shot-2022-07-01-at-5.45.04-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T093000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220609T013521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T013525Z UID:17989-1655625600-1655631000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth Run DESCRIPTION:New York Flyers Special Event \nStarting Point: Maine Monument at Columbus Circle \nPaces: 9:30 mm and 11:00 mm \nDistances:  approximately 4.5 miles \nMajor stops along the route:  Grand Army Plaza\, Washington Square Park\, African Burial Ground\, Slave Market \nEvent Captains- Brad Goz  \nRSVP below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/juneteenth-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/juneteenth.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220415T020117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T172759Z UID:17396-1654934400-1654945200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:June 11 | Mini Cheer Zone DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers NYRR Mini-Cheer Zone \n\n\n\nDetails: Let's get a big Flyer turnout for the 50th Anniversary of Mini\, the world's original woman's-only road race. NYRR has invited Jackie Marsh Dixon (the winner of the first Mini)\, along with Kathrine Switzer\, Deena Kastor\, and Nina Kuscsik\, Lynn Blackstone\, Pat Barrett\, and Jane Muhrcke (4 of the "Six Who Sat" at the 1972 NYC marathon. The professional field includes Peres Jepchircher (the current Olympic\, NYC\, and Boston Marathon Champion (only person male or female to have won all 3); Senbere Teferi (the 5k world record holder); and 2 time Mini champion Sara Hall. \n\n\n\n“I have heard about the Mini and how it is a wonderful celebration of women and running\,” Jepchirchir said. “It is very important to me that I use my success to inspire young women and girls coming after me. It is very special to be able to return to New York City after my marathon victories in New York and Boston to be a part of the 50th anniversary of this race. \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, June 11th - Professional wheel chair division starts at 7:50 and field at 8:00 A.M. Runners will enter park around mile 1\, and we will be at about mile 6- so the professional women will go by our cheer zone at approximately 8:30. \n\n\n\nWhere: CHANGE OF LOCATION. West side slightly North of the 72nd Street transverse. Look for Wendy and the Flyers sign. (Due to NYRR course change this will allow us to see runners coming into the park slightly south of 72nd street and for right before the finish and will also be easy for runners to stop by after they finish and say hello and cheer) URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/june-11-mini-cheer-zone/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/2018-Mini-10K-cheering-2-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220324T174636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T174432Z UID:17028-1653332400-1653336000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:May 23\, 2022 | DEBS' Book Club Zoom Event DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to have NY Flyers Members and Non Members join us for a ZOOM session with author\, ROBYN K. SCHNEIDER\, to discus her book\, "SILENT RUNNING: Our Family's Journey to the Finish Line with Autism." \n\n”The Schneider family represents the unrelenting determination of the human spirit that we find in long distance runners. We see time and again how those who discover the power of running are able to transform and improve their lives\, and this story is a profound representation of running's life-changing qualities. Silent Running celebrates Alex and Jamie's extraordinary and inspirational journey while encapsulating the everyday essence of a runner -- the triumphs\, struggles\, and joy that can emanate from putting one foot in front of another."  -- Mary Wittenberg\, Former President & CEO New York Road Runners\, Race Director NYC Marathon\nAt 21 months old\, identical twin brothers Alex and Jamie were diagnosed with autism. It was 1992\, a time when autism was far from a household word. Robyn and her husband Allan were heartsick\, but determined to find a cure for their sons\, and thus their journey into the world of autism began.  \n\nIn Silent Running\, Robyn Schneider takes readers on an intimate journey from a double diagnosis of autism\, through many years of heartache\, to a place of joy. Silent Running is a story of unrelenting love\, of parents who never stop chasing after the silver lining\, intent on finding happiness for their sons.\n \nAnd find happiness they do—in running. In Schneider’s moving memoir\, readers see Alex and Jamie transformed through running\, their lives enriched. And eventually they reach a place where running\, rather than autism\, defines them. Along the journey\, both Robyn and Allan face their own personal challenges. Allan begins running to help manage his symptoms of multiple sclerosis\, and Robyn\, while undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer\, laces up her own running shoes\, determined to run her way to recovery—for her family and for herself. And she hasn’t stopped.\n\n“Silent Running is an inspiration. Robyn Schneider is a warrior who has overcome one heartbreaking setback after another\, from her twin sons' diagnosis of   autism to her husband's MS to her own diagnosis with breast cancer. But through it all Robyn and her family never gave up on life\, instead finding joy and healing through running. You won't want to put this book down."  -- Geri Barish\,  Three-time breast cancer survivor & Founder 1 in 9\, The Long Island Breast Cancer Coalition \n\nWhat: DEBS' Book Club - Zoom Session with the AUTHOR! \nWhen: 7:00 pm Monday\, May 23\, 2022 \nHosts: Debi Unger & Deb Saat \nDuration: Approx. 60 minutes \nGroup Size: unlimited \nJOIN ZOOM MEETING at:  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89142038435?pwd=dTZtNW5SVXVKQWUvQWNFZzlZc2xEZz09Meeting ID: 891 4203 8435Passcode: 077174One tap mobile+16465588656\,\,89142038435# US (New York)+13126266799\,\,89142038435# US (Chicago)Dial by your location        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nYou can order the book (new\, used or on Kindle)  HERE \nView Attendees HERE \n  URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/may-23-2022-debs-book-club-zoom-event/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/silent-runner2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Saat":MAILTO:mcsaat@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220415T021258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220415T021303Z UID:17399-1653123600-1653134400@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:May 21 | Brooklyn 1/2 After Party DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers after party at Ruby's Coney Island \n\n\n\nDetails: Come out and celebrate after the Brooklyn 1/2 with your Flyers teammates at the Ruby's Bar & Grill just a few feet from the finish line of the boardwalk\, also close to Nathan's. \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, June 11th \n\n\n\nWhere: Ruby's Bar and Grill\, Coney Island Boardwalk. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/may-21-brooklyn-1-2-after-party/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/278363872_406709724521311_1753081208519824758_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T051500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220321T132357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T131436Z UID:16633-1653110100-1653134400@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:May 21 | Bus to Brooklyn Half DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers Bus to the Start of Brooklyn Half \n\n\n\nDetails: Take a bus to the Brooklyn Half start line with the New York Flyers. Bus holds up to 54 Flyers and has a bathroom on board. Members and Non-members are welcome! Tickets will be limited to members until March 20th\, at which time tickets will be available to anyone. The bus holds 54 and we need at least 35 reservations to secure the bus. \n\n\n\nCost: $20 \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Richard Brounstein richard.brounstein@gmail.com \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, May 21st \n\n\n\nWhere: West Side- 75th and Broadway at 5:15 A.M. \n\n\n\n East Side- 86th and Lexington at 5:40 URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/may-21-bus-to-brooklyn-half/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Long Runs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/54-PassengerVanHoolCoach_G1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220415T193514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220415T202441Z UID:17412-1652000400-1652007600@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:May 8th | Dog Run DESCRIPTION:Sunday Dog Run & Brunch \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, May 8th\, 2022 \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nWhere: Central Park. Meet at the lamp post at East Drive and 72nd Street. Same spot where the Saturday 9am run meets. \n\n\n\nDistance: As you like. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Joanna Gunderson \n\n\n\nDetails: Start your Mother's Day celebrations by joining the gang and their furry friends at 9am for a fun and friendly Central park run/walk/dog party followed by Brunch at 10am (approx.) at The Boathouse patio (outside on the North-East Side). Can't run? Join us for Brunch! All Flyers are welcome at the run\, with or without their furry friends. Flyers can run-walk their dogs along the 1.66 mile lower loop or more of the park. \n\n\n\nNo need to RSVP. Just show up! URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/may-8th-dog-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dog-run-large.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T123000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220415T012801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220415T013211Z UID:17382-1651917600-1651926600@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:May 7 | Run the Bronx DESCRIPTION:Run the Bronx 10k\, 5k and 2 mile walk \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, May 7th \n\n\n\nRun Start Time: 10:00 A.M. \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members - all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: $30 up until 4/29 ($50 4/30 and after) \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Bronx Community College\, please go to the organizer's website for signup and other details \n\n\n\nRun the Bronx (runsignup.com) \n\n\n\nDetails: Co-founded in 1978 by the late and distinguished Bronx Community College President and Tuskegee Airman Roscoe C. Brown\, Jr. the race was developed to promote health and fitness in the Bronx. The race draws 2\,000 people annually and is in its 44th year. Part of the proceeds go to help fund Bronx Community College Scholarships. \n\n\n\nRun the Bronx – Bronx Community College (cuny.edu) URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/may-7-run-the-bronx/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/rtb22-savethedate-171x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220312T000000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T021958Z UID:16651-1649358000-1649365200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:April 7 | NY Flyers Social DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers Social \n\n\n\nDetails: Come hang out and have fun with your fellow Flyers to have a drinks and hors d'oeuvres at the All Stars Bar & Grill. We've reserved the back room for this event! \n\n\n\nCost: Only $10 for 2 drinks and hors d'oeuvres! What a deal! \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Guy Simoneau \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, April 7th\, 7-9 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: All Stars Bar & Grill - 327 W 57th St\, New York\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nList of Attendees URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/april-7-ny-flyers-social/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-09-at-7.51.37-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220221T205214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220312T002910Z UID:16526-1648889100-1648900800@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Date Change April 2 | Little Red Lighthouse Long Run DESCRIPTION:Details: Please come out and join us for this 14.5 mile run (with optional shorter or longer versions) and complete with baggage check and fluid stations with water\, Gatorade and gels (now featuring GU and Untapped).   \n\n\n\nStart Time: Meet at 8:45am and begin running promptly at 9am \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: Free for all runners. \n\n\n\nWhere: Start/Finish at the FLEET FEET Store (formerly Jack Rabbit/NY Running Company) on the 2nd floor of Time Warner Center. \n\n\n\nRoute map: For a link to the Map My Run Route\, Click HERE \n\n\n\nPaces: Pace groups will range from 8:00/min to 12:00/min at one minute increments. We will not have pacers\, but will help arrange runners into different pace groups. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: New York Flyers \n\n\n\nAid Stations: will be located at the start/finish and the 5 mile & 10.5 mile marks along the course. Water\, Gatorade and gels will be available.Baggage: There will be a bag check at the Fleet Feet Store located on the 2nd floor of the Time Warner Center from 8:45 AM - 12:00 Noon. \n\n\n\nTo make this event happen\, we need volunteers at the start/finish and at the 5/10.5 mile fluid station. Please sign up to volunteer by sending an email to: deb.nyflyers@gmail.com \n\n\n\nNOTE: Please SIGN UP for the event by using the MYCREW APP on your phone. Download the myCrew app onto your phone and set up an account by providing an email address. Click on "Explore" located on the lower left\, type in and spell out completely "New York Flyers." Select "COMMIT" to sign up. We will be using the app's CHAT feature for all updates and answering any questions that come up. You can also see who else is running when using the app. \n\n\n\nEvent Captains: John McCreesh & Deb Saat \n\n\n\nQuestions: Use the CHAT feature in the myCrew app on your phone or send an email to: deb.nyflyers@gmail.com. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/march-12th-little-red-lighthouse-long-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Long Runs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/LRL-2021-NYF.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220217T132743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T183735Z UID:16449-1647889200-1647892800@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:March 21\, 2022 | DEBS' Book Club Zoom Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ZOOM session with author\, DANA AYERS\, to discus her book\, "Confessions of an Unlikely Runner: A Guide to Racing and Obstacle Courses for the Averagely Fit and Halfway Dedicated." \nThis event is open to NY Flyers Members and Non Members. \nWe are delighted to have author\, DANA AYERS\, join us to share all her experiences and behind the scenes in writing her book - which is described as witty\, observant\, and full of cringe-worthy confessions and heartwarming encouragement\, Confessions celebrates both running and life. \nPart Bridget Jones\, part Forrest Gump\, Dana Ayers chronicles her awkward mishaps and adventures in transitioning from childhood bookworm to accidental accomplished athlete. Over the last 10 years\, Ayers has completed a vast array of races and endurance challenges. She runs them all while admittedly not getting much faster\, much thinner\, or much more disciplined — though she has managed to be on national television\, split open her pants\, and get electrocuted. Ayers intersperses her hilarious yet relatable struggles with insights about how and why she keeps running. \nA self-proclaimed ambassador of slow runners\, Ayers has completed dozens of endurance challenges\, including Tough Mudder\, the Ragnar Relay\, Muddy Buddy\, Warrior Dash\, Run Amuck\, the Army Ten-Miler\, the Country Music Marathon\, and many more mud runs\, obstacles courses\, and races. Her race descriptions will entertain seasoned runners and non-runners alike. Woven into the chaos of her running adventures is compassionate reassurance for anyone who feels like they aren’t fast enough\, athletic enough\, or strong enough to finish a tough race. Though told with humor\, Confessions’ stories share an underlying theme of Ayers’ serious reverence for the sport of running and the running community. Ayers describes experiences such as participating in a 1\,000-mile relay for Boston Marathon bombing victims\, and being overcome by emotion while observing wounded veterans struggling to finish a race. Her stories prove how life-enriching it can be to physically fight for something and to cheer on others who are doing the same.  \nWhat: DEBS' Book Club - Zoom Session with the AUTHOR! \nWhen: 7:00 pm Monday\, March 21\, 2022 \nHosts: Debi Unger & Deb Saat \nDuration: Approx. 60 minutes \nGroup Size: unlimited \nYou can order the book HERE \nView Attendees HERE \nRSVP below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/march-21-2022-debs-book-club-zoom-event/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/confessions6.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Saat":MAILTO:mcsaat@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220215T153521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220319T015212Z UID:16309-1647752400-1647777600@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:March 20 | Bus to NYC 1/2 DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers Bus to the Start of NYC 1/2 \n\n\n\nDetails: Take a bus to the NYC 1/2 start with the New York Flyers. Bus holds up to 54 Flyers and has a bathroom on board. Members and Non-members are welcome! Tickets will be limited to members until February 21st\, at which time tickets will be available to anyone. The bus holds 54 and we need at least 35 reservations to secure the bus. \n\n\n\nCost: $20 \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Richard Brounstein richard.brounstein@gmail.com \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, March 20th . \n\n\n\nWhere: West Side- 75th and Broadway at 5:00 A.M. \n\n\n\n East Side- 86th and Lexington at 5:30 A.M. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/march-20-bus-to-nyc-1-2/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Long Runs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/54-PassengerVanHoolCoach_G1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220306T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220306T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20210414T145543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T211644Z UID:10724-1646596800-1646600400@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Flyers Virtual Gala DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the NY Flyers first and hopefully only Virtual GALA This year would not be complete without having a NY Flyers Gala Event\, so we are going VIRTUAL. Date: Saturday\, March 6th Time: 8:00 - 9:00 PM Cost: Free A Zoom screen of your choice • Hosted by the best EmCees around\, Guy Simoneau and Rachel Duncan • FREE Open Bar BYODTJ (Bring Your Own Drink & Tip Jar) • The most imaginable FREE dinner buffet you can think of • A FREE Raffle of REAL\, Non-Virtual Prizes • Fun & entertaining videos starring YOU\, the NY Flyers • Live music and singing performances • Virtual Break Out Rooms throughout the evening so we can all mingle with one another • A Surprise Special Guest Speaker • Some fun Awards & Coach's Award We can’t wait for you to join us in the ZOOM where it happens. Sign Up Below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/flyers-virtual-gala-2/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Weekly Runs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220202T152538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T155307Z UID:16280-1644656400-1644669000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:February 12th | NYC Black History 50 DESCRIPTION:NYC Black History 50 \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 12th \n\n\n\nRun Start Time: see website nycblackhistory50.com \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members - all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: $25 minimum donation (Go Fund Me to support Sandy Ground) \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Headtrip Running (note this is not a Flyers organized run- please go to the organizer's website for signup and other details) https://nycblackhistory50.com/ \n\n\n\nDetails: Route totals 50.9 miles (though you can do any distance you want joining at different points on the route) It starts at South Staten Island and ends at Ralph Ellison Memorial in Harlem \n\n\n\nIn celebration of Black History month Headtrip Running is planning a NYC Black History 50 interactive running experience taking runners to key locations for NYC Black history. More information can be found on their site. \n\n\n\n https://nycblackhistory50.com/ \n\n\n\nLength: 5k\, 10k routes in all boroughs or longer distances can be linked together up to a total of 50.9 miles \n\n\n\nPace- all pace groups\, slow\, medium\, fast \n\n\n\nNote this is an untimed\, unsupported run so please bring your own nutrition. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/february-12th-nyc-black-history-50/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/272803180_10223095200103143_8738348206844542231_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220117T030820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T151705Z UID:16218-1644051600-1644058800@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Feb 5th Bridge Repeats 4 Donuts DESCRIPTION:Run Start Time: 9:00 AM (Depart at 9:05 am) \n\n\n\nDistance: Approximately 7 miles depending on how many bridge repeats you choose to run \n\n\n\nStart/Meet: 60th St & 1st Ave at the base of the Manhattan side of the Queensboro Bridge \n\n\n\nEnd / After Run Meet-up: Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop\, 727 Manhattan Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11222 \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members of all paces - All are welcome! \n\n\n\nOrganizer/Event Captain: Jeanhie Hahn \n\n\n\nDetails: Join the NY Flyers on this 7 mile run that includes up to 7 repeats on the Pulaski Bridge (800m each) finishing up with a short run to Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop! \n\n\n\nNOTE: SIGN UP for the event using the myCrew App. Download the app onto your phone\, set up an account then click on "Explore" on the lower left and type in "New York Flyers" then select "COMMIT" to sign up. \n\n\n\nView / Download: Link to ROUTE \n\n\n\nContact for More Info: Use the "View Chat" feature on MyCrew App \n\n\n\nWhat to Wear & Bring: As always\, running during the winter requires wearing layers. This is an unsupported run so you may want to bring your own fluids and fuel. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/bridge-repeats-4-donuts/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/pulaski-peterpan3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20220105T145713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T191657Z UID:16145-1642237200-1642244400@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:January 15 | Mini 3X3 Run DESCRIPTION:Mini 3X3 Run: 3 Boroughs + 3 Bridges + 3 Parks = 9 Miles \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, January 15\, 2022 \n\n\n\nRun Start Time: 9:00 AM (Depart at 9:05 am) \n\n\n\nDistance: 9 miles with the option to add miles in Central Park \n\n\n\nStart/Meet: Essex Market (SE corner of Essex Street & Delancey Street) \n\n\n\nEnd / After Run Meet-up: Loeb Boathouse in Central Park \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members of all paces - All are welcome! \n\n\n\nOrganizer/Event Captain: Jeanhie Hahn \n\n\n\nContact for More Info: deb.nyflyers@gmail.com \n\n\n\nDetails: Join the NY Flyers on this 9 Mile Mini 3X3 Run: 3 Boroughs (Manhattan\, Brooklyn & Queens); \n\n\n\n3 Bridges (Williamsburg\, Pulaski and Queensboro); 3 Parks (Domino\, Queensbridge & Central). \n\n\n\nView / Download: Link to ROUTE \n\n\n\nView / Download: Turn by Turn DIRECTIONS \n\n\n\nWhat to Wear & Bring: As always\, running during the winter requires wearing layers. This is an unsupported run meaning you may want to bring your own fluids and fuel. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/mini-3-bridges-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/williamsburg-bridge-run.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211016T130317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T184734Z UID:15655-1642100400-1642104000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:January 13\, 2022 | DEBS' Book Club Zoom Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ZOOM session with author\, GEOFFREY SIMPSON\, to discus his book\, The Slummer. \nThis event is open to NY Flyers Members and Non Members. \nIt is a compelling\, futuristic novel that features a sport scarcely written about: running.  \nSet in the year 2083\, Benjamin Brandt is among the millions of “slummers” who are relegated to poverty and struggle on the outskirts of society. As a minority growing up in the gritty underbelly of Cleveland’s Industrial Valley\, Ben sees the way genetically designed “elites” live only from a distance: from the shadows of public spaces people like him are forbidden to use\, and on TV\, where he watches the enhanced athletes compete at an extraordinary level. For years\, a national track championship has inspired Ben to ferociously cultivate his own talent as a runner. \nAs Ben logs miles through the potholed\, darkened streets of his community\, an idea takes hold of him that could turn his highly stratified society upside down. He isn’t prepared to lead a revolution; however\, he is prepared to run like a slummer with nothing to lose. \n"This is the first running book I've read that I think\, wow this is like peeking into my brain and my way of thinking. I will be reading it again and again." CHRIS SOLINSKY\, Former American Record Holder - 10\,000 m (26:59.60) \n"The Slummer's inspiring story pits the indomitable spirit of a runner against economic disparity and genetic engineering in a believable\, dystopian tomorrow." JONATHAN BEVERLY\, Editor in Chief - PodiumRunner \nWhat: DEBS' Book Club - Zoom Session with the AUTHOR! \nWhen: 7:00 pm Thursday\, January 13\, 2022 \nHosts: Deb Saat & Debi Unger \nDuration: Approx. 60 minutes \nGroup Size: unlimited \nYou can order the book HERE \nView Attendees HERE \nRSVP below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/december-2nd-debs-book-club-in-person-outdoor-event/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-16-at-8.44.54-AM-e1634556267468.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Saat":MAILTO:mcsaat@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211230T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211230T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211210T193400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T202932Z UID:15941-1640887200-1640894400@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:December 30th | Dyker Heights Run DESCRIPTION:NY Dyker Heights Run \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, December 30th\, 2021 (DATE CHANGED) \n\n\n\nRun Start Time:  6:15 P.M. \n\n\n\nAfter Run Toast: 7:30 (approx) Lone Star Bar (8703 5th Avenue) \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Kristel McKanna \n\n\n\nEvent Captains: Kristel McKanna \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nNote the date was changed to Thursday b/c event organizer flight was delayed. Hopefully Kristel makes it back by Thursday- Check here and/or facebook for anymore updates. \n\n\n\nJoin the NY Flyers to take a field trip to visit the The Dkyer Heights Christmas lights display home to the most over-the-top holiday season decorations. \n\n\n\nRunners of all paces are welcome to join us for this run to visit the spectacular light show on Thursday December 30th at 6:15 P.M. We will meet outside the Target Store on the 2nd Floor of the Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn. We will run south along Fifth Avenue to 83rd Street\, where we will see the lights in all their glory. After the run please join us for an early toast to celebrate the New Year at Lone Star Bar (8703 5th Avenue). \n\n\n\nWhat to Wear/ Bring. This is a festive run\, so holiday-themed clothing (AND LIGHTS) are encouraged! Because there will be no bag drop\, runners are encouraged to bring an extra layer of clothing for the trek home. \n\n\n\nMeet Point:  Target Store (2nd Floor of Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn) Meet Time: 6:00 P.M;  RUN START: 6:15 P.M. \n\n\n\nStart: Atlantic Ave LIRR\, B\, Q\, 2\, 3\, 4\, 5 \n\n\n\nFinish: 86th Street R \n\n\n\nRoute: \n\n\n\nRunGo | NYF Dyker Lights (rungoapp.com) URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/december-29th-dyker-heights-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Dyker-Heights.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211210T190843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T165916Z UID:15943-1639812600-1639821600@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:December 18th | HOLIDAY WINDOWS RUN DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers Holiday Windows Run \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 18th\, 2021 \n\n\n\nRun Start Time:  7:30 A.M. \n\n\n\nBrunch Start Time: 8:30- 9:00 at Apple Jack Diner (55th and Broadway) \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Rachel Duncan \n\n\n\nEvent Captains: Rachel Duncan \n\n\n\nDetails: Join the Flyers to take in the spirit of the holidays! We'll start at Columbus Circle and hit some of the biggies before the tourists come out in force. Bloomie's\, Bergdorf's\, Saks\, Rock Center\, Macy's and Times Square. Finishing with breakfast at Apple Jack Diner on 55th and Broadway. \n\n\n\nApproximately 5 miles\, there are no pace groups\, but it will be an easy social pace\, with stops for traffic lights\, major landmarks\, and photo ops! \n\n\n\nBelow is link to the route. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUntitled Route | Footpath Route Planner (footpathapp.com) \n\n\n\nMeet Point:  Columbus Circle (Maine Monument) Meet Time: 7:15 A.M. RUN START: 7:30 A.M. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/december-18th-holiday-windows-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Holiday-Windows.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211129T131116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T000121Z UID:15860-1639299600-1639312200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:December 12th | Abebe Bikila Run & Brunch DESCRIPTION:NY Flyers Extend Your Run Family Mixer honoring Abebe Bikila \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, December 12th\, 2021 \n\n\n\nRun Start Time: see below \n\n\n\nBrunch Start Time: 11:30 at Harlem Shake \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nOrganizer: New York Flyers Diversity\, Inclusion and belonging Committee \n\n\n\nEvent Captains: Brad Goz\, Melida Barbosa\, Tim Decker \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nPoint-to-Point Ending at Marcus Garvey Park\, 124th Street & Fifth Avenue. \n\n\n\nMeet Point One:  Dyckman St & Payson Ave (Bathroom nearby) Meet Time: 9:00am. Bag Check closes at 9:15. RUN START: 9:30!!! \n\n\n\nMeet Point Two: Fordham Road & Grand Concourse (The Children’s Place) Meet Time Two: 10:00am. Bag Check closes 9:55. Leaves at 10:00!  \n\n\n\nFour Pace Groups: 9\, 10\, 11 & 12 m/m.11&12 m/m groups will run 12K\, 7.50 miles. 9&10 m/m groups will run 15K\, 9.25 miles. \n\n\n\nAll crews should finish at Marcus Garvey Park w/i 10 mins of each other and walk over to Harlem Shake by 11:30. \n\n\n\nTwelve crews from North Manhattan and the Bronx are celebrating the Abebe Bikila 12/12 Run. Much like Bikila\, the running crews of North Manhattan and the Bronx are transforming the health of their communities by bringing our sport to every doorstep. They will be joined by the New York Flyers\, one of New York’s largest crews. Designed to touch at or close to the home base of many of our crews\, the routes explore the terrain of North Manhattan and the Bronx and remain easy to follow. \n\n\n\nBefore there was Ted Corbitt or Fred Lebow\, before Grete Waitz or Eliud Kipchoge\, Abebe Bikila of Ethiopia changed the world of running. In 1960\, Bikila broke the world Marathon record running the Rome Olympics Marathon…barefoot. His sensational performance and pictures of his bloodied finish captured the world’s imagination and put Marathon running on the global athletics map. Four years later\, Bikila wore running shoes to break his Rome record by 3 minutes in the Tokyo Olympics. Today\, New York Road Runners presents the Abebe Bikila Award to athletes or non-athletes who have made outstanding contributions to the world of running.  URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/december-12th-abebe-bikila-run-brunch/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Long Runs,Social,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_0840-e1638361876212.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211115T205843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T210203Z UID:15843-1638694800-1638702000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Dec. 5th | Dog Run DESCRIPTION:Sunday Dog Run & Brunch \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, December 5th\, 2021 \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nWhere: Central Park. Meet at the lamp post at East Drive and 72nd Street. Same spot where the Saturday 9am run meets. \n\n\n\nDistance: As you like. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Joanna Gunderson \n\n\n\nDetails: Join the gang and their furry friends at 9am for a fun and friendly Central park run/walk/dog party followed by Brunch after the adventures at 10am (approx.) at The Boathouse patio (outside on the North-East Side). Can't run? Join us for Brunch! All Flyers are welcome at the run\, with or without their furry friends. Flyers can run-walk their dogs along the 1.66 mile lower loop or more of the park. \n\n\n\nNo need to RSVP\, just show up. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/dec-5th-dog-run/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Social,Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20210624T173944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T123428Z UID:12766-1638687600-1638705600@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:NYRR Ted Corbitt 15k DESCRIPTION:Points race to be determined. Details to follow. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/nyrr-tedcorbitt-15k/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T203000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211018T145813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T145817Z UID:15695-1638471600-1638477000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Dec. 2nd | Annual General Meeting (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, December 2nd \n\n\n\nTime: 7pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Zoom (link will be sent to those who sign up closer to the event) \n\n\n\nOrganizer: The New York Flyers Executive Board & Election Committee \n\n\n\nContact: eb@nyflyers.org \n\n\n\nDescription: Join us at our general meeting where the election committee will tabulate the results of the votes for the Executive Board\, along with any votes cast in person at the general meeting\, and will announce the results. All Flyers are welcome to attend.  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/dec-2nd-annual-general-meeting-virtual/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211112T154517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T155201Z UID:15547-1636866000-1639774800@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:NY Flyers Food Drive Fundraiser 2021 DESCRIPTION:2021 NY Flyer Food Drive Fundraiser\, benefiting City Harvest \n\n\n\nFourteen years and stronger than ever. \n\n\n\nIn addition to being the largest running club in New York City\, the New York Flyers support a variety of community-based and charitable causes throughout the year. Since 2008\, the Flyers have partnered with local food banks to help alleviate hunger in our own community.  \n\n\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 brought with it illness\, stress\, uncertainty\, family struggles\, job losses\, the passing of loved ones\, and a staggering death toll worldwide.  While New York is well on the road to economic recovery\, food insecurity for people who were living near or under the poverty margin before the pandemic continues.  Today\, more than 1.5 million people in New York City\, including one in three children\, do not have enough to eat.  \n\n\n\nDuring 2020\, City Harvest expanded its existing food rescue and delivery\, nutrition education\, and healthy retail programs by repackaging and distributing 191 million pounds of food (twice its capacity for the same period a year before the pandemic)\, and supporting 32 new emergency food distribution sites in high-need neighborhoods\, including feeding frontline medical workers at sites close to hospitals. \n\n\n\nIf you can\, please help City Harvest continue its mission of providing access to healthy\, nutritious food by participating in the 2021 Flyer Food Drive Fundraiser.  Click the DONATE NOW button to be directed to the donation site. \n\n\n\n\nDONATE NOW\n\n\n\n\nThis year’s fundraising drive starts on Sunday\, November 14 and closes at 9:00 PM on Friday\, December 17. \n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n\n\nWhy City Harvest?City Harvest was started in 1982 by a group of ordinary New Yorkers who were troubled how much fresh\, usable food was thrown out on a daily basis by restaurants. This group of volunteers rounded up friends and cars to pick up the discarded food in order to transport it to where it was needed the most. City Harvest currently supports fresh food distribution to a network of more than 500 food pantries\, soup kitchens\, and other community partners. City Harvest also sponsors programs to increase both nutritional knowledge and the availability of affordable\, nutritious food in low-income communities. Best of all\, 93 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to helping people in need. \n\n\n\nIs there a minimum donation?No. Every dollar given is greatly appreciated and goes towards stemming the tide of hunger in New York City. \n\n\n\nHow much are we trying to raise?We set our goal for 2021 at $3500. In the twelve years the fundraiser has operated\, we have often raised significantly more. \n\n\n\nIs my donation tax deductible?Yes\, if you itemize your deductions. \n\n\n\nCan I apply for employer matching?Yes\, if your employer supports this. Please follow this link for details. If you send in a matching gifts form from your employer\, please note that the donation is in support of the 2021 New York Flyers Holiday Food Drive Fundraiser \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can help support our neighbors and fight the war on hunger this holiday season. We hope you join the battle. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/ny-flyers-food-drive-fundraiser-2021/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/682760957.custom-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211107T173000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20210628T162722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T162936Z UID:12847-1636272000-1636306200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:NY Marathon | Honey Stinger Gel Station DESCRIPTION:How to sign up on the NYRR website: Sign into your NYRR account- Use this link to find the volunteer positions.https://www.nyrr.org/GetInvolved/Volunteer/Opportunities... This is not a direct link to our shifts but a general page. Please make sure to select the Honey Stinger station labeled NY FLYERS. If you have any problems locating the shifts to sign up\, please message me and I'll try to walk you through it. Apply for the shift.***Please make sure to select "NY Flyers" under group name so the club gets credit. We get 1 non-complimentary entry to the following year's marathon for every 20 volunteers we bring out on marathon day*** \n\n\n\n** there will be 2 shifts (8am-2pm and 1pm-5:30pm) this year since an extended start process will require all stations to open earlier and stay open later. \n\n\n\nDetails: As we all now know the 50th New York City Marathon is ON! And as we have every year\, the NY Flyers will be staffing the Manhattan Honey Stinger Gel station and we need your help. If you are NOT signed up to run or think you may need to take a deferment this year\, please consider lining up with your fellow teammates to man the #1 Best Gel Station on marathon Sunday. Kimberly Alcock-Ainsworth\, Robb Cole and possibly John McCreesh will be co-captaining the station again this year and would love to have you on the line as a team handing out gels to 33\,000+ runners on marathon day. It's an AMAZING way to take part on marathon Sunday even if you're not running. \n\n\n\nIt's also a great location to arrange to meet friends and family who are running the marathon - just tell them to look for you at the Gel station and you will be able to greet them (with your course credentials) from the other side of the barricades. If you are running but have friends and family who will be cheering for you\, please consider asking them to volunteer with us. \n\n\n\nDue to new COVID protocols\, there will be a few changes to the scheduling (that we know of right now) - we'll update you as we receive word on any other changes. ** there will be 2 shifts (8am-2pm and 1pm-5:30pm) this year since an extended start process will require all stations to open earlier and stay open later. Please sign up for the one that works best for you. As always\, we can work with you if you need a little flexibility in arrival/departure time - just let us know.** the location is 93rd St and 1st Ave (approximately mile18) - the station runs for about 2 blocks. ** children are welcome - just be sure to sign them up using the selection "I am registering - for myself and my children" \n\n\n\nQuestions: email Hiromi Nobata \n\n\n\nNB: THIS YEAR ONLY\, race day course positions ARE 9+1 eligible volunteer shifts. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/ny-marathon-honey-stinger-gel-station/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Gel-Station1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211107T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211107T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20210624T173837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210624T173839Z UID:12764-1636268400-1636315200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:TCS NYC Marathon DESCRIPTION:Points Race URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/tcs-nyc-marathon/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20210719T174717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210719T174831Z UID:13670-1636054200-1636054200@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Event Planning | Pre-Marathon Pasta Party DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: NY Flyers Pre-Marathon Pasta Party \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday November 4th\, 2021 \n\n\n\nWho: Like to plan events? \n\n\n\nWhere: TBD \n\n\n\nDetails: The Executive Committee is looking for help planning this traditional NY Flyers Event! \n\n\n\nIf you'd like to volunteer to help create and organize this fun evening\, sign up below. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/event-planning-pre-marathon-pasta-party/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T051417 CREATED:20211010T122110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211010T122233Z UID:15543-1635670800-1635678000@nyflyers.org SUMMARY:Sunday Oct. 31st | Halloween Fun Run & Brunch DESCRIPTION:Halloween Fun Run & Brunch \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, October 31st\, 2021 \n\n\n\nWho: Members and Non-members- all are welcome! \n\n\n\nWhere: Central Park. Meet at the lamp post at East Drive and 72nd Street. Same spot where the Saturday 9am run meets. \n\n\n\nDistance: Loops of 4\, 5 or 6 miles as you like. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Guy Simoneau \n\n\n\nDetails: Join the gang at 9am for a fun and friendly Central park run followed by Brunch after the run at 10am (approx.) at The Boathouse patio (outside on the North-East Side). Can't run? Join us for Brunch! Photo Bombers and friends welcome. This is a great way to get to know the team in a fun\, non-competitive and relaxed way. \n\n\n\nNo need to RSVP\, just show up. URL:https://nyflyers.org/event/halloween-fun-run-brunch/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Group Runs,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nyflyers.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/easter2021-gang-e1621593746795.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Guy Simoneau":MAILTO:guyrone@icloud.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR