Registration is now underway for the first annual South Shore Running Scared 5k Road Race and Walk. This charity event will benefit multiple scholarship funds for local students of all ages. Free t-shirts will be given to the first 250 runners and walkers who register on racewire.com.
The road race will start at 10:00 a.m. on October 19, 2013. The scenic 5-kilometer (3.1 miles) run and walk will start and end at St. Jerome School and Church parking lot, 598 Bridge Street, North Weymouth, MA. This family event includes free children’s activities, lively entertainment, refreshments, and a post-race party. Keep up to date with current race news at ssrunningscared.com.
All proceeds will benefit St. Jerome School scholarship and financial aid, the Mary Barrett Memorial Fund, and the Weymouth Scholarship Fund. These funds provide financial aid to South Shore students attending St. Jerome School pre-kindergarten through grade 8, area high schools, and colleges.
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The event’s founder and chairperson, Anne Marie Clogston, is enthusiastic about the early response from local businesses and individuals who have pledged support to the community event. “We are excited and thankful that so many people are willing to help raise funds for education,” Clogston said. Crystal Rock, Buddy’s Pizza, and Champion Windows are a few of the first businesses to pledge money or services to the race. Corporate or individual sponsors committing more than $500 will have their names added to the official race t-shirt. Other sponsors or volunteers looking to participate in this fun, family activity are encouraged to contact race organizers at (781) 534-9879 or info@www.ssrunningscared.com.
Co-chairperson, Jenni Tapper, said of the Halloween-themed event, “The race day will be a great time for families and even more fun if they come in costume.” Prizes will be awarded in multiple race categories and best costumes. Teams are encouraged.
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Registration for the race and walk is $25. The course includes some hills and a waterfront view of North Weymouth. A race map can be found at http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/171782970.
Any donation to South Shore Running Scared 5k is tax deductible under Section 501(C)3 of the Internal Revenue Code, tax ID number 453 368 507.