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Rescheduled for September 28

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Dear Friends and Family,

For my Bar Mitzvah project, I wanted to choose something deeply meaningful to me—something that connects my passions with a way to honor my family.

Many of you know that my grandfather, whom I lovingly called Papa, passed away late last year. Papa was an incredible person who brought so much love, joy, and wisdom into our lives. He also had a huge love for biking. He was the one who taught me how to ride, and biking became something special we shared together.

Sadly, what took Papa’s life was an aortic dissection—a sudden and often fatal condition that occurs when there is a tear in the wall of the aorta. It is something many people don’t know about until it’s too late, and raising awareness can truly save lives.

This year, the upcoming Tour de Millburn bike event feels like the perfect way for me to honor Papa’s memory. I will be riding in his honor, carrying with me not only the lessons he taught me on a bike, but also the values of strength, perseverance, and love that he lived by.

For my mitzvah project, I am asking for your support in two ways:

1. Awareness – Please take a moment to learn about thoracic and aortic aneurysms and dissections. Awareness can make the difference between life and death.
2. Support – I am dedicating my ride to my Papa and would be grateful for any support you can offer—whether that’s joining me in the ride on September 7, 2025 [Sign up (twp.millburn.nj.us/CommunityPass)], spreading the word, or contributing to the John Ritter Foundation that provides research and support to families affected by this condition. https://my.onecause.com/fundraiser/organizations/a0b94fbd-6844-4b74-ba37-0e885ecc45bb/fundraisers/fundraiser:c101419d-921c-4ced-acd2-20ec905cacbc

This project means so much to me because it brings together my love of biking, the memory of my Papa, and a cause that could help others live longer, healthier lives.

Thank you for helping me honor my Papa in such a special and meaningful way. 

With gratitude,

Gavin

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 ====================================================== New Jersey CF Cycle for Life September 13

Hi!

I am the Development Director of the New Jersey chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  Our foundation raises funds to support care and research initiatives aimed at curing cystic fibrosis(CF).  One of them any events we hold to raise funds is called Cycle for Life.  This bike event will be held on Saturday, September 13 in Sea Bright, NJ.  Riders will have the option of a 15- or 30-mile route that is fully supported with ride marshals and SAG vehicles.  We would like to expand our rider participants to include the dedicated cyclists of NJ cycle clubs.  Here is the link to our event website.

New Jersey CF Cycle for Life

Many thanks!

Danielle

Danielle Hunt (she/her)

Development Director

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | New Jersey Chapter

D: 862.261.0996 O: 973.656.9200

290 W. Mt. Pleasant Ave, Suite 2240

Livingston, NJ 07039

CFF.org

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22nd Annual Water Wheels Bicycle Tour of the Lawrence Brook Watershed

A fun, informative 26-mile ride with optional add-on loops 

Through rural areas in Middlesex County

See the natural and historical features of our watershed 

Saturday, September 20, 2025

8:30 AM Registration

9:00 AM Ride starts

Start:  Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership Headquarters 

at 85 Washington Ave, Milltown, NJ 08850

The red brick building next to ice cream stand

•Leader-led or Own Pace •Cue sheet, Map•SAG Wagon   •Snacks    •Rain or Shine   •Helmets Required RSVP by Wednesday Sept 17 (encouraged) $5 per person; free for LBWP members; Day-of ride: $10 (nonmember or member)

TO RSVP OR FOR MORE INFO CONTACT
MICHAEL 

(732) 249-5297
MSHAKAR@AOL.COM

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https://raceroster.com/events/2025/108606/18th-annual-tour-de-woodbridge

The 18th Annual Tour de Woodbridge will be Sunday September 21, 2025. Cyclists must choose either the 15 mile or 30 mile route. Registration is limited to 250 riders. Registration will close on September 20st at 6pm (on site registration cash or check only) NO JERSEY'S GUARANTEED AFTER SEPTEMBER 9th. The 3 Rest stops will have water available. 30 mile cyclists need to maintain an average pace of at least 10-12 miles per hour in order to complete the tour in the time allowed. 15 mile riders leave at 8am, & 30 mile cyclists leave at 8:15am. This event is rain or shine. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED! Check-in starts at 7am at Woodbridge Community Center: 600 Main Street, Woodbridge NJ 07095. Event starts and ends at Community Center. A portion of the ride proceeds will be going to The Girl Scouts Woodbridge Chapter.

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees 

15 or 30 mile routes 30 mile riders start at 8:15am 15 mile starts at 8am

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Looking for a great Fall ride for your cycling club?  Beautiful routes surrounding a nationally famous Victorian small city?  Perhaps some craft beer, a five-star catered lunch, an event T-shirt and discounts on hotels, restaurants and stores?  Additional discounts for bike club groups of 10 or more? And what if the proceeds from this event benefit a local nonprofit that gave out 700 free bikes to local families last year? 

If that sounds good, check out the Saratoga Foliage Ride this October 11th and 12th in Saratoga Springs, New York. 

“Saratoga Springs is one of those special getaway spots where everything is just, well, pretty close to perfect.  The only drawback is you may never want to leave.” -- Tripadvisor

Register soon - fees rise August 1st.  Check us out at SaratogaFoliageRide.com visit our BikeReg page.  We hope to see you this October!  - Ed Lindner

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Avery's Hope

9th Annual #CaringForRare Cycling Event.

Up to 100 miles; 100% volunteer and 100% to charity. 

Date: Sunday, September 22nd

Location: The Federal Twist Vineyard, 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ

Learn More and Register to ride or volunteer https://www.bikereg.com/caringforrare-cycling-event

It’s our 9th year bringing a beautiful bicycling tour through the gorgeous back roads and trails of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. This year will be no different. You can expect Covered Bridges, historical sites and views of the river and mountains. All riders will be leaving and ending at Federal Twist Vineyard in Stockton, NJ directly across from the towpath and the Delaware River.

There will be tech support at the start and along the route. Your registration fee includes after ride burgers, drinks, wine-tasting and music.

This event raises money and awareness for children living with Rare Gastrointestinal Disease and their families raising children “living rare.” Money raised goes to assist rare, ultrarare and undiagnosed rare pediatric GI patient families with their out-of-pocket and insurance denied expenses.