On Thursday, July 8th I stormed the Bastille! Viva La France!

I'm talking, of course, about the "Storm the Bastille" Run at Bastille Days. This is sort of a "goof-off" run for a lot of people. The run starts at 9 pm and runs through downtown Milwaukee and the Third Ward. Is is not accurately timed. There were tons of people and lots of people were drinking before, during and after the race. (Personally, I recommend waiting until after the race is over!). This race is unusual in that there are actual "beer stops" in addition to "water stops" so if you're really thirsty during the race you can stop and have a beer. Yikes!

I got new running shoes for Father's Day and I love them. They are my favorite running shoes. I am looking forward to doing some serious running and biking this summer. I am also volunteering to work at the bike race on July 15th.

Looking ahead, don't forget to mark your calendar for the Cudahy Lion's Sweet Applewood Festival which starts on July 30th! I will be working at the food tent. This is always fun with great food, great music and an all-around excellent time.

I will also be running in the Badgerland Strider's Cudahy Classic 5/10-Mile Race on Sunday morning, Aug. 1st. This is one of my favorite runs and is the Club's longest-running race. The race actually pre-dates the formation of the Club. The race is held in Sheridan and Warnimont Parks. http://www.badgerlandstriders.org/home/Races/CudahyClassic.htm

I hope you are enjoying your summer as much as I am.

The South Shore Cyclery Bike Ride on July 15th was a huge success! I took off from work to attend this bike race and it was well worth it. I worked as as Safety Marshall and I really enjoyed having the opportunity to be a part of this historic event.

As far as I know, this is the first time people have traveled from Germany and Australia to visit Cudahy. This was truly a world-class bicycle-racing event and I was thrilled to be able to see it and even to play a small role in it as a Safety Marshall. I will never forget this day as long as I live.

I am already looking forward to next year's race!

The race was sponsered by South Shore Cyclery on Packard Ave. I have purchased two bicycles there (both are FUJI models) and they are exceptional bikes. ( I have a great passion for bicycling and I love riding my bike).

In other news,  mark your calendar for Sunday, July 18th. There will be a day-long celebration of 100 years of Grant Park! Activities will include a 5k run/wan, a pancake breakfast, color guard, open house, sandcastle competition, pony rides, petting zoo, a blessing by the Archbishop, and a concert with Elvis. For more info go to www.milwaukee.gov/Community8455.htm ot www.southmilwaukee.org .
 

Sounds like a party! I am especially looking forward to the 5k run. I am so thankful for all the people who have supported Grant Park over the past 100 years. Thank You! I hope everyone enjoys the day and appreciates the precious resource we have in our County Parks.

If you are a dog lover like I am mark your calendar for Friday, Aug. 6th ! Supervisor Jursik is extending an invitation to the GRAND OPENING of the Warnimont Dog Exercise Area ! The Grand Opening starts at 10 am.

This event will feature a leash-cutting ceremony with Parks Director Sue Black ( and possibly her dog, Ranger), Cudahy Mayor Tony Day, Cudahy Police Chief Poellot and other community members. Dogs will enjoy door prizes and a special peanut butter carob cake donated by ROMP ( Residents for Off-leash Milwaukee Parks). The invigorated Sheridan Park Friends are sponsoring banjo music. Fixx Coffee House of St. Francis will operate a kiosk serving delicious beverages until mid-November.

If you are driving there you can park your car at the Kelly Senior Center at 6100 S. Lake Dr. Dogs must be licensed and have proof of current rabies vaccination. Annual permits for Milwaukee County residents are $25 per dog and $5 for each additional family dog. Seniors, or people with disabilities, pay only $15 per year. Daily permits are $5. (Prices are $5 higher for non-residents of Milwaukee county.)

License and permits will be available at the Grand Opening. If you would like more general info go to http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/Dogs9203/DogExerciseAreas.htm or call (414) 257-7275.

How exciting! My dog is sleeping on the couch right now but I'm sure she will be thrilled once I take her to this !