D.C. Community and Business Stakeholders:
As Saturday, March 17, 2012 approaches, we are looking forward to another exciting city-wide event featuring D.C.’s only marathon and half marathon run entirely within the borders of the District of Columbia. This year Competitor Group Inc. partners with the Greater Washington Sports Alliance to bring their unique brand of music, cheer and organization to the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll USA Marathon & CareFirst Rock ‘n’ Roll USA Half Marathon (formerly named the National Marathon).
The course remains very similar to years past. The race starts at 8:00 a.m. near RFK Stadium at C and 19th Streets NE and completes a tour of many of our Capital’s most majestic sights before returning to finish on East Capitol Street at Armory Mall. I have attached a course map for your information.
More information on the course, road closures, alternate access routes, and an interactive map to help you, your staff, your visitors or guests plan their race day travel can be found online at www.competitor.com/community. Click on the link for Washington, DC.
Bates Area Civic Association 
I will suggest that everyone converge on Bates St and North Capitol. Let’s yell, cheer, and have a great morning party. Don’t forget to visit Uncle Chips for coffee and supplies.