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Firecracker 4: Four mile race and three mile family fun walk.

On Sunday, July 1, the Park District of Highland Park and Running Away Multisport will host the 6th annual Firecracker 4: a four-mile race and three mile family fun walk. Last year, over 300 runners and walkers participated, and many friends, family, and community members cheered participants on to show their support.

Firecracker 4 supports the Park District of Highland Park's Grant-in-Aid program S.M.I.L.E (Scholarships Mean Involvement and Leisure for Everyone). 

Each year Park District of Highland Park raises over $40,000 for smile the Firecracker 4 race alone donates $10,000 to S.M.I.L.E every year.    

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