9-28-16

Greetings my friends fellow UBFM’rs!

Last weekend we had a great event with BreakFest 901. I want to thank all of you that came out and supported the event. Big thanks to Christin Yates and Andy Wells for coordinating an awesome event and inviting UBFM to be part of it. I also want to thank all of the loyal UBFM members that came out to volunteer and make the event possible. You all are wonderful!

I want to remind you that UBFM will be at the BCB 100 Century ride this Saturday. We need some volunteers for this event. We will be hosting a SAG stop on the route and we will be at the Start/Finish providing info for our regular rides.

We will load up tonight at 7:30 and ride out at 8:00 we will return around 9 -9:30. We meet at the Carpenter's House, same location as the FUMC (see below). If you would like to help prepare burritos, we will start in the kitchen of FUMC at 6:30.

We will also meet on Saturday morning at 7:30am to load up and roll out at 8:00. We will return around 9:00. If you would like to help out in the kitchen we start cooking at 7:00am. The meeting location is the same as the Wednesday night ride.

Also, I want to remind you that we have some new volunteer opportunities on Wednesday nights. Of course we start to cook at 6:00pm and we are always in need of volunteers in the kitchen. Now, we are in need of volunteers to help out in the Carpenter’s House, working the clothing closet and visiting with the guests that arrive early. If you are interested in helping out with these efforts, arrive at the Carpenter’s House at 6:00pm. If you want to be part of UBFM but you don’t do the bike thing, this is for YOU!

First United Methodist Church

204 N. 2nd St.

Memphis TN 38105

The Carpenter’s House

212 N. 2^nd St.

Memphis TN 38105

The Carpenter's House is the building beside the church. We meet in the back parking lot of the building.

Things you will need for the ride (must):

•   Bike

•   Helmet…It is a must!

•   Hydration for yourself

•   Flashers for front and rear of your bike

•   Backpack 

•   A giving spirit

Recommended for the ride (not necessary):

•   Bright clothing

•   old grocery bags (plastic)

•   care packages (hygiene)

•   tools to repair a flat

·      A lightweight rain jacket…you never know.

·      light saber

·      flashlight

Donations that we are in need of:

•   bottled water 

•   light blankets (easy to carry)

•   Monetary funds to purchase food and supplies Click Here

·      Bicycle helmets

·      Reflective vests

·      Cold weather gear (jackets, scarves, gloves, etc.)

·      Flashing lights (for bikes)