On Saturday, October 26th the Melrose Family YMCA will hold the 5K Spooky Sprint to benefit the 2013 Growing Stronger Together Campaign. The race, sponsored by Whole Foods Market, will start next to the Y on East Foster Street loop down by Pine Banks and finish at the Y.
Registration for the 5K Spooky Sprint before October 17th is $20 for adults and $10 for children under 16 years old. Registration after October 17th is $25 for adults and $15 for children under 16 years old. Those registered before October 17th will receive a long sleeved T-shirt and all participants will enjoy post-race refreshments and a Halloween Bash for the entire family from 9:30am to 11:30am. Prizes will be awarded for age groups and the top 3 best costumes.
Proceeds from the road race will benefit the Growing Stronger Together Campaign which provides opportunities for children, adults and families that need financial assistance to participate in YMCA programs. All of the money raised stays within the Melrose Community.
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Get your Halloween costume ready and save the date to run for this great cause while making a difference in the lives of children and families in your community.
To register for the race stop by the Melrose YMCA and fill out a registration form or visit www.ymcametronorth.org to register online. Race day registration will also be held from 7:30am to 8:45am at the Melrose YMCA. For more information contact Lisa Viliott at lviliott@ymcametronorth.org or 781-665-4360.
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The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Melrose YMCA welcomes men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of every child and teen, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors.
