George Street reg'n is open
Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 9:16 am
MAJOR TAYLOR ASSOCIATION
Update -- January 2010
We've set the date for the George Street Bike Challenge, and we're seeing people across the country find new ways to keep alive the legacy of 1899 world cycling champion Major Taylor, the first African-American athlete to become an international sports superstar. Here are a few of the things going on.
GEORGE STREET BIKE CHALLENGE
Save the date: July 25
See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block quad-buster that was a training ground for 1899 world champion Major Taylor. It's one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill time trial in downtown Worcester, Mass., on the last Sunday in July. Online registration is now open for the ninth annual George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/e ... et10.shtml
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Macy's features Major Taylor
Macy's is celebrating Black History Month with recognition of Major Taylor and other African-American leaders, past and present, at February events in 10 cities. "BYOB - Be Your Own Brand" creator Sheila P. Coates will lead panel discussions on making a statement and staying true to yourself, at these Macy's stores:
Feb. 4 -- LOS ANGELES: Beverly Center -- 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 6 -- ATLANTA: Lenox Square -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 9 -- NEW YORK: Herald Square -- 6 p.m.
Feb. 13 -- MIAMI: Aventura -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 17 -- WASHINGTON, D.C.: Metro Center -- 5:30 p.m.
Feb. 18 -- PHILADELPHIA: Center City -- 5:30 p.m.
Feb. 19 -- CHICAGO: State Street -- noon
Feb. 20 -- CINCINNATI: Kenwood Towne Center -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 27 -- DETROIT: Somerset -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 28 -- HOUSTON: Houston Galleria -- 6 p.m.
Read more ... http://www.macys.com/blackhistory
MAJOR TAYLOR CYCLING JERSEYS
Ordering deadline is Feb. 15
We're all out of our custom Major Taylor cycling jerseys, but we'll get another batch produced for spring delivery if we receive enough orders by Feb. 15. You can get one for a $79 donation, shipping included. The same picture is on the front and back, with sponsor logos from AdventureCORPS and BikeAttorney.com on the back pockets.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/jersey.shtml
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Where can I get Major Taylor's autobiography?
Ayer Company Publishers in New Hampshire sells "The Fastest Bicycle Rider in the World" by Marshall W. "Major" Taylor for $43.95 plus shipping. It's a reproduction, true to the 1929 original, with photos and all. Also, your public library may have the book or may be able to get it on interlibrary loan from the Worcester Public Library or another collection. Various booksellers offer original copies for sale from time to time, online or in shops; prices vary, depending on condition.
http://ayerpub.com/Product.asp?ProductI ... 8787&Res=T
Spread the word: Major Taylor posters, books and curriculum guides are available for your Black History Month projects, or any time.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/d ... ml#posters
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/news.shtml#guide
Tell us how you plan to honor the champ, and we'd love to see pictures. Here are some examples from last year.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/e ... th09.shtml
Tailwinds,
Lynne Tolman
info@majortaylorassociation.org
Major Taylor Association
Update -- January 2010
We've set the date for the George Street Bike Challenge, and we're seeing people across the country find new ways to keep alive the legacy of 1899 world cycling champion Major Taylor, the first African-American athlete to become an international sports superstar. Here are a few of the things going on.
GEORGE STREET BIKE CHALLENGE
Save the date: July 25
See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block quad-buster that was a training ground for 1899 world champion Major Taylor. It's one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill time trial in downtown Worcester, Mass., on the last Sunday in July. Online registration is now open for the ninth annual George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/e ... et10.shtml
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Macy's features Major Taylor
Macy's is celebrating Black History Month with recognition of Major Taylor and other African-American leaders, past and present, at February events in 10 cities. "BYOB - Be Your Own Brand" creator Sheila P. Coates will lead panel discussions on making a statement and staying true to yourself, at these Macy's stores:
Feb. 4 -- LOS ANGELES: Beverly Center -- 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 6 -- ATLANTA: Lenox Square -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 9 -- NEW YORK: Herald Square -- 6 p.m.
Feb. 13 -- MIAMI: Aventura -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 17 -- WASHINGTON, D.C.: Metro Center -- 5:30 p.m.
Feb. 18 -- PHILADELPHIA: Center City -- 5:30 p.m.
Feb. 19 -- CHICAGO: State Street -- noon
Feb. 20 -- CINCINNATI: Kenwood Towne Center -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 27 -- DETROIT: Somerset -- 2 p.m.
Feb. 28 -- HOUSTON: Houston Galleria -- 6 p.m.
Read more ... http://www.macys.com/blackhistory
MAJOR TAYLOR CYCLING JERSEYS
Ordering deadline is Feb. 15
We're all out of our custom Major Taylor cycling jerseys, but we'll get another batch produced for spring delivery if we receive enough orders by Feb. 15. You can get one for a $79 donation, shipping included. The same picture is on the front and back, with sponsor logos from AdventureCORPS and BikeAttorney.com on the back pockets.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/jersey.shtml
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Where can I get Major Taylor's autobiography?
Ayer Company Publishers in New Hampshire sells "The Fastest Bicycle Rider in the World" by Marshall W. "Major" Taylor for $43.95 plus shipping. It's a reproduction, true to the 1929 original, with photos and all. Also, your public library may have the book or may be able to get it on interlibrary loan from the Worcester Public Library or another collection. Various booksellers offer original copies for sale from time to time, online or in shops; prices vary, depending on condition.
http://ayerpub.com/Product.asp?ProductI ... 8787&Res=T
Spread the word: Major Taylor posters, books and curriculum guides are available for your Black History Month projects, or any time.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/d ... ml#posters
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/news.shtml#guide
Tell us how you plan to honor the champ, and we'd love to see pictures. Here are some examples from last year.
http://www.majortaylorassociation.org/e ... th09.shtml
Tailwinds,
Lynne Tolman
info@majortaylorassociation.org
Major Taylor Association