Miles That Matter Pikesville 5K Scheduled for July 12

PIKESVILLE, Md. – Over 1,100 runners and volunteers have signed up for the 15th annual Miles That Matter Pikesville 5K taking place Sunday, July 12, at Woodholme Center (1829 Reisterstown Rd.) in the heart of Pikesville.

Benefiting the Ulman Cancer Fund and the Pikesville Chamber of Commerce and chaired by Mark Sapperstein, who lost both his mother and mother-in-law to cancer, the family-friendly event features a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Fun Run for children (12 and under) and a Post-Race Celebration.

Event Details

The morning kicks off with on-site registration beginning at 6 a.m. Following warm-up exercises by Marilyn Pick, voted “Best of Baltimore,” the open amateur races commence at 8 a.m. and travel along Greene Tree Road.

Back at Woodholme Center, breakfast will be provided by Classic Catering, Suburban House, Goldberg’s New York Bagels, Giant Food, Gourmet Again, Trader Joe’s, Target, Lenny’s Deli and Rita’s Ice. The menu includes bagels and spreads, eggs, potatoes, fruit, desserts, kosher options and beverages.

Adding to the fun will be music by CK Productions, a moon bounce and face painting for the kids, and prize drawings for gift certificates, sports equipment and more. The event will conclude with the presentation of the following awards:

· 1st place male and female overall – $100

· 2nd place male and female overall –$100 gift certificate to Linwood’s or Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

· 3rd place male and female overall – $50

· Trophies to the top three male and female finishers ages 15 and under, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and older

“This is a wonderful event that helps the fight against cancer and also provides the Chamber the opportunity to keep Pikesville a vibrant community where people want to live, work and shop,” said Jessica Normington, the Chamber’s executive director. “Since its inception 15 years ago, we’ve raised close to $1 million, and we’re hoping this year to surpass that milestone.”

Registration

Registration, which includes breakfast, water, entertainment and commemorative race tech shirts for the first 600 registrants is as follows: $20 for the 1-Mile Fun Run; $35 in advance for the 5K and $40 on race day.

New this year is a premium option: $60 for an Under Armour high performance long sleeve 1/4 zip jacket.

Also, teams of 10 or more will receive a $5 discount. To register, visit pikesville5k.com, call 410.484.2337 or email Jessica@pikesvillechamber.org. Please note team registration must be done by contacting Jessica.

Pre-registration and packet pick-up also is available at Charm City Run (2045 York Road, Timonium 21093), July 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Fleet Feet Sports (Woodholme Center), July 9, from 4 to 7 p.m., and both July 10 and 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sponsors

The Pikesville 5K is presented by Residential Title & Escrow Company and Commercial Settlement Services, LLC, Chesapeake Contracting Group and 28 Walker Development. Major sponsors include Carbiz, Birchwood Capital Partners, Fedder, Gorfine, Schiller and Gardyn, PA, Fleet Feet Sports, Harrison Street, Horizon Services, Ortho Maryland, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore, The Residences at Pomona Park and Miller’s Minuteman Press. Additional sponsorships are still available. To learn more about event sponsorships and volunteer opportunities, call 410.484.2337 or email Jessica@pikesvillechamber.org.

ABOUT THE PIKESVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Pikesville Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting and improving the business community in Pikesville. The chamber works in partnership with the residential communities and local government to create an environment that is a great place to live, work and shop. For more information, visit www.pikesvillechamber.org.

ABOUT THE ULMAN CANCER FUND

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, Inc. (“UCF”) is the national leader in providing specialized support for young adults (ages 18-40 years) affected by cancer, including patient navigation services, education, awareness, peer mentoring and support groups. When Doug Ulman was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 19, he and his family were challenged to find resources for young adults, and their families, facing cancer. Frustrated by this void, the Ulman family established UCF in 1997 in Howard County, Maryland, one of the first organizations created to cater to the specific needs of this underserved population. For more information, visit www.ulmanfund.org.