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Bicycle & Adventure Schedule
as of Sept. 2, 2010
 
 


ANNOUNCEMENT
from Chris Patterson
(not an official Chain Gang event)
Sept. 11, 2010
RIDE FOR A CAUSE Cadillac, MI

See details & application:
 www.pinegroveathleticclub.com

 

 

 



 

 Want to lead a ride, hike, ski or kayak event?  E-mail Kate at ckpeople@aol.com
Leaders:  e-mail mileage reports to our Stat Master Mike at madair1960@sbcglobal.net
Join the e-list to receive ride updates:  life@chaingangbicycle.com

NEW MORNING ICE CREAM RIDE:  
Friday, September 3.  Harbor Beach to Grind Stone City, along the lake shore
Paved - apprx. 40 miles round trip.  For a shorter ride, join us in Port Hope for a 25 mile bike ride.  Ice cream stop in Grind Stone City General Store.  Meet at St. Denis in Lexington at 8:30 am to carpool to Harbor Beach or meet in Harbor Beach at 9:30.  There is a free parking lot behind the Harbor Drug Store, 114 S. Huron (turn right at the light, parking lot is behind the store).  If you want to meet us in Port Hope, meet at Stafford Park, 4451 Huron.  Apprx. 7.7 miles north of Harbor Beach, turn right at Portland, then slight right at State.  We will be in Port Hope around 10:00.  Coordinator:  Gail N.  810-385-3182 or gnawrock@tir.com.  RSVP only if you are meeting us in Port Hope so we stop for you.  Otherwise - just show up.

NEW RIDE:  
Sunday, Sept. 5 Sunday Spin
Meet at 8 a.m. at Birchwood Mall behind Sears. Coordinator: Judi F. jfriend_delacy@hotmail.com

NEW RIDE:  
Monday, Sept. 6 Washington Park Cycle, near Port Sanilac
Meet at 8:30 a.m. at Washington Roadside Park (on US-25 just one mile south of Port Sanilac) for a 30-mile ride with nice rolling hills and very light traffic. You will be back in plenty of time for that holiday picnic with your family. Coordinator John L. johnlombardi@att.net

Thursday, Sept. 9  Lexington to Port Sanilac Streak (or Stroll)*
Meet at 5:30 p.m. at St. Denis parking lot in downtown Lexington.
*Ride at your own pace. This is one of my favorite easy rides from the CG early days. Coordinator: Kate K. ckpeople@aol.com

 

 

Lexington Arts Council   -   2010 Bach Festival ​
Sept. 12 - 19

(Please excuse formatting issues. Visit www.lexarts.com for details and/or contact John L. to request better e-mail version of the notes below: johnlombardi@att.net )

Sunday, Sept 12, 2010, 4:00 PM.   -   First Congregational Church of Port Huron

“European Organ Masterworks”, Dr. Dave Wagner, Organist.
Ticket price of $15 and includes a reception after the concert.

 

Friday, Sept 17, 2010, 7:00 PM   -   St. Denis Catholic Church, Lexington

“Thomas Brown in Concert”, Thomas Brown, pianist. ​Mily Balakirev​ Au Jardin. ​Frederic Chopin ​Ballade in G Minor, Op. 23. ​Maurice Ravel​ Sonatine. ​Robert Schumann​ Carnaval, Op. 9.
Ticket Price of $20

 

Saturday, Sept 18, 2010, 7:00 PM   -   St. Denis Catholic Church, Lexington

“From Bach to Rock”, Featuring Carl Ellenberger and Alexander Mishanevski. Bach Festival Orchestra under the direction of Don Th. Jaeger. ​J. S. Bach​ Suite No. 2 in B minor, ​Carl Ellenberger, flute. ​Telemann ​Concerto for Viola in G Major, ​Alexander Mishnaevski, viola ​(Principal Viola, Detroit Symphony Orchestra). ​Stuart Zaltz​ World Premiere of New Composition. ​Alexander Mishnaevski, viola. ​Mozart ​Sinfonia Concertante for Winds and Orchestra.
Ticket Price of $25

 

Afterglow Celebration of the Lexington Bach Festival

St. Denis Parish Center – Immediately after the concert

A gala party with the performers featuring music, food, wine, and friendship.
Tickets are $75, or are included with some patron levels.

 

Sunday, Sept 19, 2010, 4:00 PM   -   St. Denis Catholic Church, Lexington

“An Afternoon Delight” featuring Thomas Brown and Festival Musicians. Bach Festival Orchestra under the direction of Don Th. Jaeger. ​Handel​ Concerto Grosso, Op. 3, No. 1 in B Flat Major. ​Barber​ Adagio for Strings. ​Stravinsky​ Dumbarton Oaks Concerto. ​Bartok ​Romanian Fold Dances ​Tchaikowsky ​Sextet. ​J.S. Bach​ Concerto for Piano no. 1 in D minor. ​Tom Brown, piano.
Ticket Price of $25

 

Brunch for musicians, guests, and patrons

St. Denis Parish Center 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Tickets are $25 or are included with some patron levels.

Tuesday, Sept. 14  St. Clair to Marine City - Wayne's Way
Meet at 5:30 p.m. at park on Carney just west of the south end of Range Road in St. Clair. Coordinator: Wayne B. waynebank@sbcglobal.net

Wednesday, Sept. 22  Wadhams to Avoca Trail
 Meet at 5:15 p.m. at trailhead on Wadhams Road. Coordinator: Kate K. ckpeople@aol.com

Sunday, Sept. 26 Southern Links Trailway – Columbiaville to Vassar
 About 35 miles, paved, on rail-trail and country roads. Background information: http://www.southernlinkstrailway.com/index.html  Coordinator: Mike A. madair1960@sbcglobal.net

CARPOOL: Meet & be ready to leave from the Wadhams to Avoca Trailhead next to Speedy Q Market at 8:30 am.

 

Directions from PH area to Columbiaville Trailhead:

  • Take I-69 West toward Flint
  • Take Exit 155 for M-24 toward Lapeer
  • Turn right at M-24 N/S Lapeer Rd Continue to follow M-24 North
  • Turn left at Columbiaville Rd/Co. Rd 500
  • Continue onto Pine St
  • Turn right at Central St to Trailhead Parking Area

Tuesday, Sept. 28 Running out of Daylight Ride, downtown Port Huron and beyond
Meet at 5 p.m. at Quay Street Brewery parking lot  (Sunsets at 7:19 p.m.!) Coordinator: Kate K. ckpeople@aol.com


LEXINGTON ARTS COUNCIL EVENT -- contact John Lombardi for details: johnlombardi@att.net :

Wednesday, Sept. 29, there will be a wine tasting and dinner at the Hoffman residence.  Dinner is being prepared by Andy Fabien, owner and chef at Vancamp House. Food will be prepared in the outdoor kitchen and the party for 50 will be inside/outside depending on the weather. Wine from Chateau Chantal will be featured. Tickets are limited.

Sunday, Oct. 3 Blue Water Ramble, St. Clair
 Hosted by League of Michigan Bicyclists.
Not an organized CG ride -- but miles count! So let Mike A. know if you participate and how many miles you do, via e-mail to:  madair1960@sbcglobal.net
Deadline for the early registration discount is before Aug. 23.  Details and application: http://www.lmb.org/index.php/component/option,com_eventlist/Itemid,200/id,42/view,details/

Sunday, Oct. 24 Harsens Island, PLUS! – Season Finale Ride
 Meet in Marine City in the Kmart Parking lot, details TBA. Coordinator: Gail N. gnawrock@tir.com


LEXINGTON ARTS COUNCIL EVENT -- contact John Lombardi for details: johnlombardi@att.net :

Saturday, Nov. 13, There will be a wine tasting and light dinner at Trinity Church in Lexington. Food is being prepared by Diane's Bakery and wine from Blue Water Winery will be featured.

 
 
 

Chain Gang Bicycle and Adventure is a lifestyle focused on "sucking all the fun" out of every day.  Adventure types (dubbed Adventureers) attracted to this lifestyle enjoy non-competitive bicycling, hiking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, and just about any outdoor activity that involves exercise, challenge and having a really good time (especially cycling).  Chain Gang bicycle and adventure activities are based in St. Clair and Sanilac counties in southeast Michigan (Blue Water area),  but have expanded to include statewide, out-state and international destinations.   For more information:  life@chaingangbicycle.com  or (810) 325-1630.  

DISCLAIMER:  People engaging in Chain Gang activities do so at their own risk.  The experience is not supported or sponsored by any organized or official group or institution.  All participants are unpaid volunteers.  There are no official members or leaders, no dues, and no guarantees.