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A Ride of Farms, Water, Parks and Glass with John Neller
August 21, 2005

Five Acropolites woke up early on a Sunday to ride in the sun from southern farmland into the city of Tacoma,  Lincoln Park and then back again after a short, but memorable stop to view the outdoor exhibits the Museum of Glass. Of special note is the Chihuly Bridge of Glass -- a must for anyone in the vicinity. Over 109 Chihuly sculptures line the bridge in all forms from flowers to octopus to thorny balls to cherubs and more.  Don’t forget this “must see” bridge on your next bike ride to Tacoma! http://www.chihuly.com/bridgeofglass/wall_01.html

Mud Mountain Dam with Daniel Brown
August 20, 2005

Jerry (Weyerhauser), Anne (Microsoft), Karen (Acropolis), Ed (Microsoft), Mike (Acropolis), Camille (Acropolis), Sean (Acropolis), Daniel (Acropolis), Ron (Microsoft), Amy (Acropolis), Moe (Acropolis).  Behind the camera:  Vicki (Microsoft).  Had to leave early for a social engagement:  Khiem (Acropolis)

Hooray for inter-team networking! Eight Acropolites were joined by representatives from the only two other teams brave enough for the assault on Mud Mountain: Microsoft and Weyerhauser. Maybe Team Starbucks had caffeine jitters, or maybe they were actually quaking in fear of 2800’ elevation gain over 57 miles in the summer heat. Several survivors declared this ride “harder than MS150”.  

2nd Annual Dinner and Poker Party Fundraiser

August 13, 2005

FUN was had by all at the 2^nd Team Acropolis sponsored poker party event this past Saturday. The top honors went to Jeremy Ziskind, whose father Steve placed third (having never played before). Steve has been a long time supporter of Lisa and Glen for the MS 150 rides they have done in the past. Julie Carlton, an avid Team Acropolis supporter and volunteer last year placed 2^nd. 

Two Kinds of Play in

Falls City

A toast and gourmet lunch before the play

First, let us play cycling a very scenic 41 miles around Falls City, Carnation and Duvall.  And then let us picnic and hike down into the woods to see a play – The Taming of the Shrew by Shakespeare. Ah, never too much play!!  This was a really wonderful combo. A wonderful jaunt amongst the colorful flowers and rural settings in the Snoqualmie Valley, followed by a gourmet picnic (we brought the food and they set up the tent!) and play at the Snoqualmie Fall Forest Theatre.  If you ever get the chance to see a play there, it’s quite worth it.  The theatre is just a very small part of the extensive trails and wilderness on this beautiful piece of property.  For more information on plays and membership, visit http://www.foresttheater.org/. Thanks to Julie

Team Acropolis BBQ and Bike Clinic - July 24, 2005

A Most Excellent Sunday Afternoon

Imagine it – a cool shaded backyard, warm sunny summer Sunday, fun people, enjoyable conversation, a BBQ grilling, a bike repair specialist works with your bike while you eat and chat and you’d be in Lloyd’s peaceful backyard with Mike grilling you a hot link while Moe works his magic on your non-motorized companion. 

Team Acropolis Inauguration Ride -- July 11, 2005

Team Acropolis first official ride of the season started from our sponsor Center Cycle in Renton (near IKEA) that has generously offered a 10% discount to Team Acropolis members!!!
Pictured are Center Cycle owner, Dave, co-captains Amy and Lisa, potential Team Acropolis member Julie, and members John, Hayden and Gail. Members Linda and Will joined us enroute.  We feasted on  Round Table Pizza after the 20 mile ride that included an out and back to the Cedar River Trail.  Big thanks to John Neller for his most excellent route and ride leadership!

On June 26, Team Acropolis had a garage sale at the recent home of team member, Erin Lafferty

April 17, 2005: Amy and members of Team Virginia Mason, and Team Benaroya Research Institute after a training ride for
the Tour de Cure -- a ride in support of the American Diabetes Association scheduled for May 21, 2005.
New Team Acropolis member, John Neller (not pictured), and 2004 Team Acropolis member Gail Kronberg (not pictured) also rode
Gail will be riding in the 2005 Tour de Cure
Tour de Cure 2005 Website   Support Gail in the Tour de Cure 

Amy and members of Team Virginia Mason and Team Benaroya Research Institute