4K Hosts First Annual Alumni Weekend

10.18.09

On May 30 & 31, roughly ninety supporters joined the Board of Directors in Baltimore, MD for the first annual Alumni Family & Friends Weekend event. Alumni, friends, family and long-time supporters gathered to officially unveil the 4K as an independent non-profit organization and celebrate the success of this eight-year-old organization.

The Weekend dovetailed with the 2009 4K sendoff events, the annual celebration that marks the beginning of the summer ride. The events began with a morning bike ride, roughly 25 miles, followed by a BBQ on the John's Hopkins Campus where 2009 riders and their families mingled with alumni to hear about past years from those who have gone before them.

The celebration did not end there. The Weekend included a cocktail reception at the Red Maple lounge to honor long-time 4K sponsor, Joe from Joe’s Bike Shop. The event also gave supporters an opportunity to donate to the growth of the organization through ticket purchases and a raffle. Attendees connected with old friends, met new ones and most importantly toasted the 2009 riders as they embarked on their exciting journey.

Overall, the weekend was a big success! One alum even called the it more fun than both his college and high school reunion.

Thank everyone who was able to join us and/or offer a donation! Please stay tuned for exciting details on the 2010 Alumni Weekend events!