The Chicago Criterium has announced its schedule and it looks fantastic.

Race lengths and detailed prize lists aren't out yet but I expect to have them soon. The total prize purse is $40,000, with $25,000 going to the P/1/2 race. Racing starts bright and early at 7 a.m. with two Cat 5 races. Women get two races, 4's and 1/2/3's. Men's 3's and 4's are separated, and there are two masters races, 4/5's and 1/2/3's. Race order is mixed up a bit, too, with 3's going off at 9:30 and the 4's racing as the immediate undercard to the main event.

Volunteers are also being sought for the July 27 event. Send e-mail to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). The race is being managed by the Mayor's Office of Special Events and Special Events Management, which also promotes Downers Grove and the Tour of Elk Grove.