January 2026 Newsletter
FROM THE CO-PRESIDENTS
Happy 2026 Monadnock Milers! As we head into the new year, we’re excited to welcome another year of shared miles and strong finishes. Whether you are setting ambitious race goals, rebuilding, working on consistency, or enjoying the rhythm of winter runs with friends, the new year is a perfect time to lace up. With the new year, our club remains focused on community, the promotion and encouragement of running, and the education of its benefits.
While January and February can often feel long and dark, they are also a great chance to get in base miles and work toward your 2026 goals. The Winter Chillers series is a great way to help with this and enjoy some winter miles with one another. Another way to beat the winter blues is to share your goals. In this newsletter we are asking you to share your goal race(s) for 2026. We’d love to be able to cheer you along and help you connect with others that may be training for the same race or have similar goals. Also, our quarter 1 Education Night will be centered around goal setting and planning your 2026 running year.
We’re glad you’re running this season with us and look forward to seeing you at our events.
Happy Running!
Yolanda & Lance
WINTER CHILLERS
The annual Winter Chillers series will kick off on Saturday, January 10. They are a great way to stay motivated, log some miles, and enjoy the running community during the winter months. Here are the key details:
Races vary from 3-5 miles
Registration begins at 8:00 am (race day registration only)
Races start at 9:00 am
Cost per race is $5.00 (If you are a Supporting Member, the cost is $20 for the series; if you are a Sponsoring Member the series is free! See more about membership below.)
Post-race raffle
Compete or volunteer at 4 or more races and receive MRM swag
Click on this link to see Volunteer Options
Non-perishable donations are appreciated for donation to the local food bank
The races are:
| Date | Location | Distance |
| 1/10/26 | Hancock First Congregational Church, 50 Main St, Hancock, NH 03449 | 3.3 miles |
| 1/24/26 | Peterborough Elevation PT/Lifelong Athlete, 1 Jaffrey Rd (Rt 202) at Monadnock Community Plaza, Suite 9 Peterborough, NH 03458 | 3.5 miles |
| 2/7/26 | Temple Temple Town Hall, 19 Main St, Temple, NH 03084 | 4.0 miles |
| 2/21/26 | Jaffrey Jaffrey Rec Center, 31 Howard Hill Road, Jaffrey, NH 03452 | 3.0 miles |
| 3/7/26 | New Ipswich Be Fit Gym/Physical Fitness Center, 5 Dark Lane Road, New Ipswich, NH 03071 | 4.7 miles |
The linked flyer is posted in a few spots around town. Feel free to print it out and hang in your favorite spot. We’ll have copies at the first race if you want to pick one up then.
MRM MEMBERSHIP
We offer three tiers of annual membership.
Basic Membership $25
Supporting Membership $50
Sponsoring Membership $100
If you are a current member, there is a good chance it needs to be renewed for the 2026 year. Click on this Membership link for more information about each tier and to renew/add your 2026 MRM membership.
WHAT ARE YOU TRAINING FOR? HAVE A GOAL RACE?
With the new year, often comes a new goal race. This may be a 5K or an ultramarathon; to complete a distance or set a new PR. Whatever it is that you are putting in a dedicated block of training toward, share it with the club so we can support you. You may even find someone else is also training for it. Share your goal race here.
MRM QUARTERLY EDUCATION–Feb. 2
Speaking of race plans and goals…Our quarter 1 Education Night is scheduled for Monday, February 2 at 6:00 pm at the Peterborough Library. The topic will be: planning a year of running / goal setting.
If you have questions that you would like addressed at the education night, please send them to Yolanda and Lance. (yflamino@gmail.com and lance.flamino@gmail.com)
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
We’d love for you to share your race results, run highlights, or running experiences with other club members. DM your pics, etc to Kristen (Facebook: Monadnock Regional Milers; Instagram: monadnock_milers) or email to monadnockmilers@gmail.com.
Also, check out the blog post on the Peanut Butter Chip Chase–congratuations to all the MRM runners getting it done on day one!
WEEKLY GROUP RUNS
Wednesday Night Vale Street Hills - 45 Main Street Parking Lot - 6 PM
The benefit of hill work is multifaceted and a great way to help “injury-proof” your body. All abilities are welcome. Bring a headlamp and wear reflective gear. Please remember that the roads are open to the public!
Saturday Hancock Run - Hancock Center at the Police Station - 8 AM
Saturday morning group runs continue year round. Join the group on the roads and then perhaps a hot coffee or breakfast to follow.
UPCOMING EVENTS
2026 Winter Chiller Series
Dates: January 10, January 24, February 7, February 21, March 7
See more information above.
MRM CONTACT/INFORMATION
If you have any suggestions, questions, or ideas feel free to reach out:
General Monadnock Milers: monadnockmilers@gmail.com
Yolanda Flamino: yflamino@gmail.com
Lance Flamino: lance.flamino@gmail.com
Visit the website for more information: Monadnock Regional Milers
Facebook: Monadnock Regional Milers
Instagram: @monadnock_milers
MRM BOARD MEMBERS
Co-Presidents: Lance Flamino, Yolanda Flamino
Secretary: Jenny Donelan
Treasurer: Marjorie Klar
Communications Coordinator: Sean Radcliffe
Membership Director: Dan Walsh
Volunteer Coordinator: Patricia Boulle
Competition Director: Carla Rousseau
Social (media) Director: Kristen Seitz