What is the Ride to Pierogifest and Where Does it Go?

Located in Whiting, Indiana, Pierogi Fest is a celebration of that darling dumpling originating in eastern Europe. It was started by a group of friends while eating breakfast (probably vegan-style) at Dimitri's Cake and Steak. They didn't choose the Kielbasa, and (luckily) they didn't choose Charnina (aka. ducks blood soup); instead, they chose the lonely dumpling in an effort to promote good, healthy eating throughout the environmentally friendly town of Whiting, Indiana. So come join us at Buckingham Fountain on Saturday, July 25, 2009. We will take the following route at a "touring" pace (average 12-14mph) that follows this route

Map to Pierogi Fest

If you haven't checked out the luscious website of Pierogi Fest, it's here:

http://www.pierogifest.net

And you can read more about your friend, the dumpling, here:

http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierogi

Celebrate the sights and sounds of Chicago's south-east side, venture into new territories, and make new friends on this bike ride!

When Do We Meet?

Riders should meet at Buckingham Fountain (500 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601) at 9:00am. This is an unsupported ride, which means that you should bring all the water, extra innertubes, and tools that you need. Of course, we will have some extras, but just take note that you are essentially responsible for yourself. Access to the south-east side of Chicago can be had via the Metra Electric District line or CTA buses. However, black-out dates may impact your ability to use some of these carriers for intermodal travel.

The ride leaves at 9:30am, sharp. If you miss us, meet us on the way down. If you're on the South Side and do not wish to ride north to the fountain, contact me to make arrangements. Don't be shy; the pierogi is your friend, and riding a bike to the fest with 1, 3, or 27 speeds with coaster, hand, or endo-brake always makes them taste better. No matter what kind of bike you ride, this ride will be more exciting if you wear a helmet, sunglasses, and sunscreen.....and don't forget, a bicycle lock is required.

Click on the following button to see the Google Calendar event.


Contact Information

For more information, please contact ridetopierogifest@gmail.com

Bring your friends. Bring your children. Bring your grandma. She likes pierogis too!

See you on July 25th!

Still Not Convinced?

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You can also join the Facebook group:

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=62011389446