THE SPOKIN’ WORD
FOLKS ON SPOKES BICYCLE CLUB
Serving Chicago’s Southland July, 2017
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July Program
As the Tour de France closes, FOS member Keith Kleinfeldt will speak to club on his behind the scenes experiences working at the pro bike races that are held in the USA. What it takes to organize and run these unique events and insights on his experiences from over thirty tours held in this country over the years will be included in his presentation.
Come to the meeting Thursday, July 27th at 7:30pm at the Flossmoor Village Hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road to hear Keith.
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Gelato and Abba concert social
July is meeting month so August is a Social
On Sunday, August 6th join in for a free Gelato or Sorbetto from 5 to 6:15 pm at Mamma Rosettas at 3 Oak Street next to the bike trail in downtown Frankfort and then join in for the free concert on the green from 6:30 to 8pm featuring the music of Abba.
Questions call fern 708 747 7557 or e mail fernjmb@aol.com
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Sunday Ride, July 16
By Al Sturges
When Barbara and I showed up for our Sunday ride on July 16, we were surprised to see more than our usual 3 to 6 riders.
We weren’t in Park Forest anymore. This was Chicago, for the “Grafitti and Gears” ride, a fundraiser for West Town Bikes. Highlights were the Pilsen neighborhood, the 606 Trail and Logan Square.
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FOS UPCOMING SOCIALS for 2017
August 6, 2017-- Free GELATO or SORBETTO at MAMMA ROSETTAS, 3 Oak street, 5 to 6:15 then a free concert on Breiderts Green with ABBA music 6:30 to 8pm. Downtown Frankfort.
September 17th, 2017-ANNUAL PICNIC-Catered and food served 1pm on this sunday at Hickory Creek Presserves, LaPorte Road access, Hickory Hollow Shelter, Mokena. 3 raffells-one for those riding to this function, one for all who attend and one for those who bring a dessert to share.
October 29th, 2017-END of SEASON BIKE,HIKE, POTLUCK/chili cook off-Sunday and eating begins 1pm. Bring a dish to share-chili, hot dogs dessert, whatever. Beverages and dish ware provided. Place is Goodenow Grove, Plum Creek Shelter, located 1.25 miles east of Interstate 1 and 394 on Goodenow Grove east of Crete. Hikers meet same place 10am. Also invited are Bike Psycos, Joliet Bike Club, Calumet Crank and Major Taylor Bike Clubs.Family members also welcome
Questions call fern 708 747 7557 or e mail fernjmb@aol.com
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Active Transportation Alliance Report on Suburban Bicycling
Access the report here:
http://www.activetrans.org/sites/files/SBFA-Full.pdf
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Photo from the Wed 6/21 Turtle ride from Park Forest Village Hall, around Sauk Lake, then to Concert on the Green.
L to R Craig Oberman, Dave Bartlett, and ride leader, Judith Dunn.
Photo by Larry Mysz
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Enjoying a break at Monee Reservoir.
Back row- Joe, Bob and Bob; front row- Al, Larry and Dan
Thanks to Barbara Sturges
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FOS Miles Report
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