Race Aug. 17 in North to boost VNA Hospice
Friday, July 25, 2008 1:51 AM EDT
NORTH ATTLEBORO - Runners, joggers, race and recreational walkers are welcome to participate in the sixth annual 5 mile Runaways Runaround road race at 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 17.
Sponsored by the Runaways Running Club, proceeds from the race and raffle go to benefit Community VNA Hospice Care serving 12 area communities. Registration is $15 if postmarked by Aug. 4 and $20 thereafter.
The race starts at the Community School, 45 South Washington St., in North Attleboro. This is a USATF-NE sanctioned, 5 mile course which loops through North Attleboro. Cash prizes include $100 for first-place male and female runners and $100 for first-place male and female walkers. Medals will be awarded for all divisions: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-plus.
Back this year are raffles offering the chance to win a family membership at the YMCA and other big prizes.
Individuals and families are welcomed to come and show their support for participants. Local DJ Nate Adams will be on hand providing musical entertainment. Refreshments will be donated by local businesses.
For more information or to register, log onto the Runaways Running Club web site at
http://www.runawaysclub.org/runaways_5_miler.html or call 508-339-0147.
