It seems like the team left Union Station just yesterday, but believe it or notthe Illini 4000 will be back in Chicago next week. Come out and show themyour support as they reach this milestone destination!Chicago Arrival: Wednesday June 11thRiders will be arriving at the Bean in Millennium Park at Noon. All are welcome tocelebrate the team’s arrival in the city! I4K Alumni working in the downtown areaare encouraged to come out and greet the team.Annual BBQ and Ride Along: Friday June 13thCookout Details-This year the ride along will start off with a BBQ in Caldwell Woods beginning at11am. Caldwell Woods is located just off of the intersection of N Milwaukee and WDevon. The team will meet us at the picnic grove for lunch. Our cookout is potluckstyle. Please do not come to the BBQ empty handed! Use this link to helpus coordinate who will be bringing what.Ride Along Details-After lunch wraps up, around 1pm, family, friends, and alumni are welcome to joinfor a ride along following the team’s cues northwest to Elgin from Caldwell woods.Those joining the ride along can go as far with the team as they are comfortable,just keep in mind you will be looping back on your own. We will be collecting a $10suggested donation for anyone joining the ride along. Helmets are required.We hope to see you there!Maggie MarekIllini 4000 Alumni CoordinatorEmail- illini4000alumni@gmail.com with any questions