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| 2/26/06 Four Points by Sheraton Hyannis Marathon, Half Marathon, 10Km & Marathon Team Relay Distance: Location : Hyannis, Massachusetts Contact : B.A. Event Promotions Address : 224 1/2 Chandler Street #2 City : Worcester State : Massachusetts Zip : 01609 Country : United States of America Phone : 617-625-2140 Fax : Website : www.hyannismarathon.com Email : BAEvents@aol.com Additional Info : Bill Rodgers is our Special Guest at this years Race Exposition, Pasta Dinner & Race. |
| 3/12/2006 Raynham Knights of Columbus Charity 5 Miler Distance: 5 Miles Location : Raynham American Legion Hall Contact : John Donahue Address : City : Raynham State : MA Zip : 02767 Country : US Phone : 617 620 1246 Fax : Website : www.kofcrace.netfirms.com |
| 3/19/06 Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km Distance: 5Km Location : Davis Square, Somerville, Massachusetts 02144 Contact : Somerville Striders Athletic Club Address : 224 1/2 Chandler Street #2 City : Worcester State : Massachusetts Zip : 01609 Country : United States of America Phone : 617-625-2140 Fax : Website : www.baevents.com Email : BAEvents@aol.com Additional Info : Great St. Patrick's Day Road Race - large field that closes out early every year. Post Race Party at 9 area pubs featuring live music, refreshents and food. |
| 03/19/06 4th - Ras na hEireann U.S.A. 5Km (Race of Ireland & U.S.A.) Distance: 5Km Location : Davis Square-Somerville, Massachusetts Running Races Contact : Somerville Striders Athletic Club Address : 224 1/2 Chandler Street #2 City : Worcester State : Massachusetts Zip : 01609 Country : United States of America Phone : 617-625-2140 Fax : Website : www.baevents.com/rasnaheireann/index.html Email : BAEvents@aol.com Additional Info : race closes out at 2000 runners & walkers-did in 2005 9 days before the race |
| 04/15/2006 Race to Stop Child Abuse 5k Distance: 5k Location : 63 Wendall Avenue Contact : Tommy Lusignan Address : 63 Wendell Avenue City : Pittsfield State : MA Zip : 01201 Country : USA Phone : 413-499-2800 Fax : Website : Email : rtsca5k@yahoo.com |
| 4/17/2006 Patriots Day Road Race "Journey for Sight" Distance: 5 Miles Location : Lexington, Massachusetts, Battle Green Contact : Mark McCullough Address : P.O. Box 71 City : Lexington State : MA Zip : 02420 Country : USA Phone : Fax : Website : www.lexingtonlions.org Email : mjmmasonry@rcn.com Additional Info : This is the 92nd annual roadrace. All profits raised are donated to aid in the research of numerous eye diseases. |
| 4/22/06 Running for Hope 5K April 22nd 10am email : info@thecenterofhope.org Southbridge MA |
| 04/29/2006 The Humane Race and Dog Jog Distance: 5K, 1K Location : Mt. Greylock Regional High School, Williamstown, MA 01267 Contact : Alix Cabral Address : 228 Main Street, #414 City : Williamstown State : MA Zip : 01267 Country : USA Phone : (413) 441-3677 Fax : Website : www.humanerace.org Email : info@humanerace.org Additional Info : The Humane Race is a fun family event which benefits the Berkshire Humane Society. Held in beautiful Williamstown, Massachusetts, one can run or walk, with or without their dog on lovely, wooded trails. We've also got a 1 mile run/walk just for kids! So bring your family and come enjoy plentiful post race refreshments, great prizes and fabulous entertainment! See our website, www.humanerace.org for more details. For more info. on the Berkshire Humane Society, visit www.berkshirehumane.org |
| 04/30/2006 Bellingham Challenge 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Bellingham High School, Bellingham, MA Contact : Val Tomolonis Address : City : State : Zip : Country : Phone : Fax : Website : http://www.bellinghamma.org/CommEvents.htm Email : bhsgirlslax@comcast.net |
| 05/06/06 Sports for International Peace 5k Roadrace Distance: 5k Location : Greenough Boulevard @ North Beacon St. Watertown, Ma Contact : El Hassan Kouchaoui Address : P.O. Box 771 City : Watertown State : MA Zip : 02171 Country : United States Phone : (617)923-0620 Fax : (617)923-0620 Website : www.5krunningma.com Email : el.ko@caramail.com Additional Info : Race begins at 10:00am on Greenough Boulevard @North Beacon St in Watertown, Massachusetts. Prizes to be awarded to the first 3 men/women. Entry fee before 04/29/06 is $20.00 after 04/29/06 entry fee is $25.00 day of race registration begins at 9:30 on Greenough Boulevard. |
| 05/07/2006 3rd Annual Derrills Race Distance: 5K Location : Easthampton Public Safety Complex - 32 Payson Ave. Contact : Dr. Shelley Wilton/Wellness Within Chiropractic Address : 4B Liberty St City : Easthampton State : MA Zip : 01027 Country : USA Phone : 413-527-2529 Fax : 413-282-0006 Website : http://www.derrillsrace.com Email : info@derrillsrace.com Additional Info : Derrills Race is a 5K Run/ Walk community event held on the beautiful Manhan Rail Trail. Great prizes, 1 mile Kid's Race (9:30), post race celebration. Proceeds to benefit the Cam Neely Leukemia Foundation and the Derrills Race Scholarship. |
| 05/07/2006 Exercise for Education 5K Run or Walk Distance: 5K Location : Burlington High School Contact : Paula Boermeester Address : 5 Mulberry Lane City : Burlington State : MA Zip : 01803 Country : USA Phone : 781-271-5253 Fax : Website : http://www.burlingtonedfoundation.org/2006RoadRace.htm Email : paulaboermeester@comcast.net Additional Info : Exercise for Education 5K Run or Walk Sunday, May 7, 2006 8 - 11 am, Burlington High School The Second Annual Exercise for Education fundraiser will be held Sunday, May 7, 2006, starting at Burlington High School. The event will be televised on BCAT. Last year's event was a huge success. We had a great turnout with lots of prizes and a high-spirited atmosphere. Many seasoned racers commented at how great a race it was. And others left saying - "if I had known it was this much fun - I would have taken my family!" In response, we have added a Family Fun Run and even a moon bounce! This year should be even better! Thanks to all the volunteers and sponsors for making this such a wonderful event. See you all out there again this May! |
| 05/13/2006 Chuck Lelas Memorial Scholarship Fund 10K Run/Walk Distance: 10K - 6 Miles Location : Forest Park- Springfield, MA Contact : www.lelas.org Address : City : State : Zip : Country : Phone : Fax : Website : www.lelas.org |
| 05/20/2006 9th Annual Citizen Schools Run for Health Distance: 5K Location : Dorchester, MA Contact : Sydney Chaffee Address : 308 Congress Street, 5th Floor City : Boston State : MA Zip : 02210 Country : USA Phone : (617) 695-2300 x305 Fax : (617) 695-2367 Website : http://www.citizenschools.org/runforhealth Email : sydneychaffee@citizenschools.org Additional Info : Join us for the 9th Annual Run for Health in historic Dorchester, MA! Race participants will receive a tee shirt, gift bag, and an invitation to our student-planned After Party. Winners in several categories will receive prizes. All proceeds from this event benefit Citizen Schools and the Codman Square Health Center. Citizen Schools (www.citizenschools.org) is a leading national nonprofit provider of out-of-school learning programs for students in the middle grades. The Codman Square Health Center (www.codman.org) is a community health organization that provides social, mental, dental, educational, youth and community services in addition to comprehensive medical care. Registration fees: $1 for Citizen Schools apprentices $5 for Dorchester/Mattapan residents $15 for non-residents ($20 after May 1st) See www.citizenschools.org/runforhealth for more information and a link to online registration. Contact sydneychaffee@citizenschools.org with questions. |
| 5/20/2006 The BB 5k Festival Distance: 5k Location : Hyland Orchard & Brewery in Sturbridge, MA Contact : Peggy Hall Address : 4 Old Towne Way City : Fiskdale State : MA Zip : 01518 Country : USA Phone : 508-347-3334 Fax : Website : www.nennysnecklaces.org Email : stepeghall@netzero.com Additional Info : Festival immediately following 10:30AM 5k run/walk. Activities include kids fun run, hay rides, pickle train, "live" music, food, beverages, raffles, a ton of fun and least I forget micro-brewed beer. Proceeds to benefit Melanoma Education & Research |
| 05/21/2006 2 & 5 Mile USAFT 11th Annual Parker Road Race Distance: 2-Mile Walk / Run and 5-Mile Run Location : Devens, ma Contact : Mary Feeley Address : 49 Antietam St City : Devens State : Ma Zip : 01434 Country : USA Phone : 978-433-0031 Fax : Website : http://www.parker.org/ParkerClassicRoadRace/ParkerClassicRoadRace.htm Email : mefeeley@charter.net Additional Info : Sign up at https://www.signmeupsports.com/events/register.asp?eventid=24832 or http://www.parker.org/ParkerClassicRoadRace/ParkerClassicRoadRace.htm USATF Sanctioned and Certified 2 Mile Race and Walk at 10 AM 5 Mile Race at 11 AM The Parker Road Race annually draws over 350 runners to scenic and historic Fort Devens for its 2-mile and 5-mile competitions. Cash prizes of $100.00, $75.00, and $50.00 to the three top overall male and female runners. Trophies to the three fastest male and female runners in each of the following divisions: under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and over 60. USATF certified route, water stops at 1.5, 2.5, and 4 miles; timed splits at 1, 2, 3, 4 miles; first aid tent; indoor bathrooms; post race refreshments; ample free parking. Timing Services provided by AB-MAC Finish Systems. This race is hosted by the Parker Essential Fund (PEF) and proudly supported by the Parker school community. All race proceeds directly enhance educational activities at F.W. Parker Charter Essential School. |
| 05/29/2006 4-th Annual Christopher's 5-k Run & Walk For Diabetes Distance: 5-k <3.1 miles> Location : West Bridgewater Senior Center <Council On Aging> Contact : Frank Nelson Address : 97 West Center Street City : West Bridgewater State : MA Zip : 02379 Country : USA Phone : 508 583-2440 x-308 Fax : 508 697-9197 Website : http://www.colonialrunners.org/ChristophersRun Email : ChristophersRun@colonialrunners.org Additional Info : Benefits the American Diabetes Association. |
| 6/4/2006 John's Race Distance: 5k walk/run & 10k run Location : Pope's Tavern in Halifax, MA Contact : John Kealy Address : 384 Thompson St City : Halifax State : MA Zip : 03228 Country : USA Phone : 781-293-6585 Fax : Website : www.johnsrace.com Email : johnsrace@hotmail.com Additional Info : John Kealey’s daughter who was born after his death. Kyli who is now 2 years old was born 5 months after John was tragically died in a car crash by an alleged drunk driver. The funds raised will be used to help support Kyli both in the present and with her future living and educational needs, as well as to assist others who have fallen victim to drunk drivers. Planned activities at no cost for children during and after the race include face painting, rock climbing wall, balloons, jumpies, petting zoo, music and more….. Supplied by the 99 Restaurant in Bridgewater, MA. All refreshments are free to participants and will be offered to guest at a nominal charge. |
| 6/11/2006 Jonathan Maynard Parmenter Legacy Walk Distance: approx. 5 miles Location : Wayland Center Contact : Parmenter Community Health / Wayside Hospice Address : 266 Cochituate Road City : Wayland State : MA Zip : 01778 Country : United States Phone : 508-358-3000 x296 Fax : Website : www.parmenter.org Email : rgunderson@parmenter.org Additional Info : This is a fundraising event for Parmenter & Wayside Hospice through historic Wayland locations related to Jonathan Maynard Parmenter. This walk will highlight how his gifts are touching the lives of neighbors and friends still today. It is a celebration of Wayland, of the spirit of neighbor caring for neighbor, and a vibrant reminder of the impact of lasting gifts. Round up family, friends and neighbors for a fun historic walk through Wayland. Funds benefit the under-funded and unfunded services that Parmenter provides to our neighbors. Participants: All ages are welcome to participate. Walk route is stroller-friendly. Water stops will be provided along the way. Overview: In 1921 Jonathan Maynard Parmenter’s generous bequest set into motion what was to become today’s Parmenter Community Health/Wayside Hospice. He also bequeathed additional monies to the Wayland library, water district, town cemetery, as well as his church and scholarships to two institutions of higher learning. |
| 06-18-2006 Children's Museum in Easton 12th Annual Father's Day Road Race/Fun Walk Distance: 5 mile road race, 2 mile walk Location : Children's Museum in Easton Contact : Steve Keohane Address : 9 Sullivan Ave City : Easton State : MA Zip : 02356 Country : USA Phone : 508-230-3789 www.charityadvantage.com/childrensmuseumeaston/fathersdayroadrace.asp Email : info@childrensmuseumineaston.org Additional Info : This annual five-mile road race and two mile walk benefits the programs of the Children's Museum in Easton. Planned as a family event, the museum offers childcare and activities for the children of competitors and volunteers. Each participant (run and walk) will receive a goody bag; medals awarded to top three runners in each category; merchandise prizes to first three (male and female) finishers; raffle prizes including a pair of Southwest airline tickets; and the race will feature pre and post race sports massages, as well as food, music, and more. |
| 6/25/06 New Charles River Run Distance: 7.5M & 5Km Location : Boston, Massachusetts Contact : Somerville Striders Athletic Club Address : 224 1/2 Chandler Street #2 City : Worcester State : Massachusetts Zip : 01609 Country : United States of America Phone : 617-625-2140 Fax : Website : www.baevents.com Email : BAEvents@aol.com Additional Info : The New Charles River Run is a 7.5M & 5Km that is run entirely along the banks of the Charles River. Flat and lightening fast. |
| 7/9/2006 RYKA Iron Girl Boston 10K & 5K Distance: 10K & 5K Location : Marina Bay (Quincy) Contact : Iron Girl P.O. Box 1608 Tarpon Springs, FL 34688-1608 Country : USA Phone : (727) 942-4767 Fax : (727) 942-1987 Website : www.irongirl.com Email : info@irongirl.com Additional Info : We are proud to announce the inaugural RYKA Iron Girl Boston event. Under the direction of Dave McGillivray and DMSE Sports, organizers of the Boston Marathon, you can expect a first-class event. This event includes: · A scenic, USAT-certified course at Marina Bay that is perfect for seasoned athletes and novices alike. · A post-race catered Breakfast Caf?, RYKA performance technical shirts, personalized race bibs featuring each participant’s first name, chip timing, post-race giveaways, age group awards for the top three finishers in each category, custom finishers medals, music and much more. Make your race day more memorable by helping young adults with cancer. Iron Girl has teamed up with the Ulman Fund to help support those living with and recovering from cancer. Help make a difference and you will be entered to win an all-expenses paid trip to the 2007 Iron Girl event of your choice. Iron Girl’s mission is for women to embrace a healthy lifestyle and aim to achieve their personal bests. Register today at www.IronGirl.com! |
| 5/20/06 High Trek Adventure Boston Distance: 4-8 miles Location : Boston Billiard Club (126 Brookline Avenue) Contact : Jason Hofsess Address : 527 West Parkway Blvd City : Tempe State : AZ Zip : 85281 Country : US Phone : 480.326.4893 Fax : Website : www.hightrekadventure.com Email : jason@hightrekadventure.com Additional Info : Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints using only public transportation and foot!!! Grand prize is 2 round trip tickets provided by Orbitz.com. See you there! |
| 8/6/2006 Newburyport High Street Mile Distance: 1 Location : Atkinson Common Newburyport MA Contact : Chris Kealey Address : 8 Payson Street City : Newburyport State : MA Zip : 01950 Country : USA Phone : 978 270 6854 Fax : Website : http://xenia.unh.edu/wcrc/hsmile.htm Email : chris.kealey@thermo.com Additional Info : August 6, 2006 Newburyport High Street Mile 10:00AM Sunday 1 Mile Road Race 4 heats 3K in cash and prizes USATF Cert MA04016RN Atkinson Common, High Street, Newburyport MA Contact: Chris Kealey 8 Payson Street Newburyport, MA 01950 978-270-6854 chris.kealey@thermo.com |
| 8/13/06 Joints in Motion Falmouth Road Race Team Distance: 7 miles Location : Falmouth, MA Contact : Lara Zelman Address : 29 Crafts Street, Suite 450 City : Newton State : MA Zip : 02458 Country : USA Phone : 617-219-8235 Fax : 617-558-7686 Website : http://majimfalmouth.kintera.org Email : lzelman@arthritis.org Additional Info : Run the Falmouth Road Race and raise funds to fight arthritis! The Arthritis Foundation is recruiting runners to participate in the 2006 Falmouth Road Race on August 13, 2006. General registration is closed - we have your guaranteed entry! Participants on the JIM teams raise valuable funds to prevent, control and cure arthritis ??? the nation???s number one cause of disability. In exchange we provide a comprehensive 10 week training program with a professional coach, clinics, race apparel, and more! For more information or to sign up today visit http://majimfalmouth.kintera.org or call 617-219-8235. |
| 8/19/06 - 1/6/07 Joints in Motion Walt Disney World Marathon Team Distance: 26.2 miles Location : Contact : Lara Zelman Address : 29 Crafts Street, Suite 450 City : Newton State : MA Zip : 02458 Country : USA Phone : 617-219-8235 Fax : 617-558-7686 Website : http://ma-jimdisney.kintera.org Email : lzelman@arthritis.org Additional Info : The Arthritis Foundation is recruiting runners and walkers to participate in the 2007 Walt Disney World Full and Half Marathon on January 6-7, 2007. Participants on the JIM teams raise valuable funds to prevent, control and cure arthritis - the nation's number one cause of disability. |
| 08/19/2006 Thomas F. Metrano Memorial 5k Road Race Distance: 5k Location : Greenough Boulevard @ North Beacon St. Watertown, Ma Contact : El Hassan Kouchaoui Address : P.O. Box 771 City : Watertown State : Ma Zip : 02471 Country : United States Phone : 617-923-0620 Fax : 617-923-0620 Website : www.5krunningma.com Email : el.ko@caramail.com Additional Info : Race begins at 10:00am on Greenough Boulevard @North Beacon St in Watertown, Massachusetts. Prizes to be awarded to the first 3 men/women. Entry fee before 08/12/06 is $20.00 after 08/12/06 entry fee is $25.00 day of race registration begins at 9:30 on Greenough Boulevard. |
| 8/20/2006 4th Runaways Runaround 5 Miler Race/Walk Distance: 5 Miles Location : North Attleboro Contact : Mark Zullo Address : P.O. Box 826 City : Mansfield State : MA Zip : 02048 Country : USA Phone : 508-643-4018 Fax : Website : http://www.runawaysclub.org/rtm.html Email : drmarkz@comcast.net Additional Info : Individuals Medals & Prizes: First overall male and female runner, racewalker. First three male and female runners, each division. Divisions: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ $300 Cash Prizes: First three male and female runners overall - 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25 Order of Events: Registration starts - 7:30 a.m. 5M Runners & Racewalkers - 9:00 a.m. Fees: 5 Mile Road Race/Walk - $15 pre-registration, $20 after August 5. Fees are not refundable. General Information: Timing and scoring by Spitler Race Systems, Pawtucket, RI 02860, 401-724-5944. Number pickup & registration begins at 7:30 a.m. race day. Markers at each mile, water stop at 2, 4, and finish on our slightly rolling, single loop race course. Directions: From North or South: I-95 to I-295S (Exit 4). Take Exit 1B North to Rte 1 (S. Washington). Continue 1 mile to light and go straight (following sign for Washington St., N. Attleboro). Follow 1 Mile to Community School. Free parking. |
| 9/17/06 10th Annual Boston Arthritis Walk Distance: 1-mile or 3-mile course Location : Prudential Center, Boston, MA Contact : Mary Halpin Address : 29 Crafts Street, Suite 450 City : Newton State : MA Zip : 02458 Country : USa Phone : 617-219-8234 Fax : 617-558-7686 Website : http://bostonarthritiswalk.kintera.org Email : mhalpin@arthritis.org Additional Info : Join us for the 10th Annual Boston Arthritis Walk on Sunday, September 17, 2006 at 11 a.m. at the Prudential Center. Choose from a 1-mile or 3-mile route and then stick around for the post walk celebration with food, entertainment, sponsor exhibits and plenty of fun for the entire family. Eighty cents of every dollar you raise supports critical arthritis research and vital community services. |
| 09/17/06 Suffolk University 8th Annual 5K Road Race & Family Walk Distance: 5K Location : Hatchshell at the Esplanade/Charles River Contact : Paula Weafer Address : 8 Ashburton Place City : Boston State : MA Zip : 02108 Country : USA Phone : 617-573-8300 Fax : Website : http://www.suffolk.edu/roadrace Email : roadrace@suffolk.edu Additional Info : long-sleeved t-shirts to first 150 registrants; barbeque, prizes, raffles, awards, more. |
| 09/23/2006 Milford 5K Road Race and Walk Distance: 5K Location : Begins at Milford High School, 31 West Fountain St., Milford, MA Contact : Jennifer Walsh Address : 31 West Fountain St. City : Milford State : MA Zip : 01757 Country : USA Phone : 508-478-1119 Fax : 508-634-2341 Website : http://www.milford.ma.us/mcs/roadrace.html Email : jwalsh@milfordma.com Additional Info : All funds raised are to benefit the Milford Special Olympic Programs which serves athletes from 17 surrounding towns. |
| 09/24/06 The 5th Annual Boston Marine Corps Honor Run Distance: 5K, 10K Location : Houghton's Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA Contact : Lauren Proshan Address : One Design Center Place City : Boston State : MA Zip : 02210 Country : USA Phone : 1-888-767-7223 Fax : Website : www.mchonorrun.com Email : ltproshan@conventures.com Additional Info : The 5th Annual Boston Marine Corps Honor Run takes place on Sunday, September 24, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Houghton’s Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA. This event offers a 5K and 10Kcourse that is open to runners of all abilities. This event is held to raise awareness for The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation a group that raises scholarship funds for children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. The race features warm-up and cool-down exercises, a Pull-Up Challenge, awards ceremony and more. The race welcomes all runners and all entrants receive a race t-shirt. For event and registration info, visit www.mchonorrun.com or call 1-888-767-RACE. |
| 10/01/2006 RRI Rise & Run Road Race Distance: 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run Location : Sturbridge Town Common Contact : Kerrie Mason Address : PO Box 38 City : Sturbridge State : MA Zip : 01566 Country : USA Phone : 508-347-8181 ext. 105 Fax : Website : www.rehabresourcesinc.org Email : kmason@rehabresourcesinc.org Additional Info : Enjoy the early morning run or walk through the foliage lined backroads of historic Sturbridge. Great place to spend the weekend. Family Fun Event and Craft Fair immediately followign the race. All proceeds to benefit adults with develomental disabilities. |
| 10/8/2006 Wayland XC Challenge Distance: 5K and 3K Location : Wayland, Massachusetts Contact : Eric Bucher Address : 78 Rice Rd City : Wayland State : MA Zip : 01778 Country : USA Phone : 508-397-1261 Fax : Website : www.waylandxc.com Email : eric@waylandxc.com Additional Info : An exciting cross country race through fields and wooded trails. 5K open race and 3k youth race for ages 14 and under. |
| 10/09/06 The 30th Annual Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women Distance: 10K Location : Boston Common Contact : Lauren Proshan Address : One Design Center Place City : Boston State : MA Zip : 02210 Country : USA Phone : 1-888-767-7223 Fax : Website : www.tuftshealthplan.com Email : ltproshan@conventures.com Additional Info : The 30th Annual Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women takes place Monday, October 9, 2006 on the Boston Common with a start time of 12:00 noon. Be a part of this milestone event as we celebrate its 30th anniversary. Activities will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. including pre-race aerobic warm-up, Health & Fitness Pavilion, children’s entertainment and more. This premier race has been selected by USA Track & Field as the USA Women’s National 10K Championship. The race attracts approximately 7,000 women at all levels of fitness, including many world-class elite runners. For event and registration info, visit www.tuftshealthplan.com or call 1-888-767-RACE. |
| 10/21/2006 4th annual Cruickshank 5K Race for Shelter Distance: 5K Location : Babson Park, MA (near Wellesley) Contact : Kyle Marchesseault Address : Babson College City : Babson Park State : MA Zip : 02457 Country : USA Phone : Fax : Website : http:// www.babson.edu/raceforshelter Email : kmarchesseault1@babson.edu Additional Info : The 4th annual Babson Cruickshank 5K Race for Shelter will be held at Babson College in Wellesley, MA. The scenic 5K (3.1 mile) course will take runners through campus and the surrounding neighborhoods. The course is designed to challenge all levels of runners. All proceeds raised from cash donations and ticket sales will go to benefit Habitat for Humanity. |
| 10/28/2006 3rd Annual Grace Race Distance: 5 miles Location : Grace Community Church, 275 Billerica Rd., Chelmsford MA 01824 Contact : John Feehrer Address : 275 Billerica Rd. City : Chelmsford State : MA Zip : 01824 Country : USA Phone : 781-442-3453 Fax : Website : www.gracerace.net Email : feehrer@comcast.net Additional Info : USATF-cerified 5-mile course. Runners and walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate. It's a great family event! Trophies to the top 3 overall female and male finishers, and to the top 3 female and male finishers in each age group. Great post-race refreshments and raffle. This is an annual event who purpose is to raise money for an orphanage for AIDS orphans in Naivasha, Kenya. Grace Community Church's sister church in Naivasha in constructing the church. All net proceeds of the race go directly to this project! |
| 10/29/2006 29th Annual Sam Gomez Classic Road Race Distance: 5k (3.1 miles) Location : Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Contact : Student Government Association Address : 375 Church Street City : North Adamas State : MA Zip : 01247 Country : USA Phone : (413) 662-5401 Fax : Website : http://sga.mcla.edu/sam%20gomez%20info%20page.htm Email : js0303@mcla.edu Additional Info : The Sam Gomez Classic Road Race benefits the Berkshire Food Project. The entry fee is $13.00 in advance or $15.00 day of, and the first 100 entries receive free t-shirts! The race is on a flat and fast road surface, and afterwards, participants receive complimentary beef stew and other refreshments in conjunction with an awards ceremony. Please call (413) 662-5401 or e-mail js0303@mcla.edu to register or for more information. |
| 12/02/06 Mayor Higgins' Hot Chocolate Run to Benefit Safe Passage 5k run and 2 mile walk People's Institute, 38 Gothic St. , Northampton Massachusetts Jen Dieringer 413 587-8915 www.hotchocolaterun.com jendieringer@hotmail.com Scenic 5k run and 2 mile walk through bustling downtown Northampton. All participants receive a mug designed by syndicated cartoonist Hilary Price (of Rhymes With Orange) and hot chocolate to fill it! Proceeds benefit Safe Passage, an agency that supports survivors of domestic violence and their children. |
| 12/02/2006 Jolly Jaunt - Springfield Distance: 5k Location : Basketball Hall of Fame Contact : Jon Muskrat Address : City : Springfield State : Massachusetts Zip : Country : Phone : 413-747-8946 Fax : Website : www.jollyjaunt.org Email : west@specialolympicsma.org Additional Info : This event includes a 5k Road Race and Fun Walk. There will be a Holiday Party following the race where prizes will be awarded. |
| 12/5/06 Bright Nights 5K Road Race 5K Forest Park, Springfield Massachusetts Amy Barron-Burke (413) 733-3800 (413) 739-0276 brightnights.org staff@spiritofspringfield.org For the first time, participants will be allowed to run through the magnificent holiday lighting displays in "Bright Nights at Forest Park." Limit - 350. Deadline 11/22/06 No Post Entries. USATF Sanctioned. Participants receive beautifully embroidered mock turtleneck, pass to "Bright Nights," and hearty fare following the race. Fee - $25 |
| 12/09/2006 Jolly Jaunt - Berkshires Distance: 5k Location : Norman Rockwell Museum Contact : Heather White Address : City : State : Massachusetts Zip : Country : Phone : 413-747-8946 Fax : Website : www.jollyjaunt.org Email : heather.white@specialolympicsma.org Additional Info : This event includes a 5k Road Race and Fun Walk. Following the race there will be a Holiday Party where prizes will be awarded. |
| 3/22/07 A community racing for research (Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research Foundation) 5K run/walk Forest Park massachusetts Lindsay Carey 413-374-2581 www.angelfire.com/planet/racingforrsearch/ lcarey@spfldcol.edu We appologize for the website organization. If you click on the picture and save it to your desktop and then print out the registration form it will work ! :) |
| 4/14/07 3rd Annual Boston Marathon John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo Hynes Convention Center MA Kathleen Chrisom 617-204-4253 www.sportsfitnessexpo.com kchrisom@conventures.com This one-day, free workshop is open to organizers of all road race distances and offers educational, interactive seminars hosted by leading health and fitness professionals. Topics range from race logistics and sponsorship to contingency plans and how to talk to the media. Admission is FREE and open to over 100 local, national and international race directors of all road race distances. For more information and to reserve your space today, please visit www.sportsfitnessexpo.com Join the excitement of Boston Marathon weekend while learning how to improve your event from leading road race industry professionals. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Boston Marathon race officials, sponsors, and media and trade professionals on how to keep pace with an evolving industry. |
| 4/14/07 3rd Annual Race Directors’ Workshop Hynes Convention Center 900 Boylston Street Kathleen Chrisom 617-204-4253 kchrisom@conventures.com This one-day, interactive workshop is open to organizers of all road race distances and offers educational, interactive seminars hosted by leading health and fitness professionals. Topics range from race logistics and sponsorship to contingency plans and how to talk to the media. Admission is FREE and open to over 100 local, national and international race directors of all road race distances. For more information and to reserve your space today, please visit www.sportsfitnessexpo.com Join the excitement of Boston Marathon weekend while learning how to improve your event from leading road race industry professionals. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Boston Marathon race officials, sponsors, and media and trade professionals on how to keep pace with an evolving industry. |
| 4/22/07 Running for Hope Road Race 5K Southbridge MA Lena 1-508-764-4085 info@centerofhope.org |
| 4/28/07 5th Annual Humane Race and Dog Jog 5K, 1 mile Mt. Greylock Regional High School, Williamstown, MA 01267 MA info@humanerace.org 413-447-7878 www.HumaneRace.org info@humanerace.org Run or walk, with or without your dog to benefit the Berkshire Humane Society. Enjoy great prizes, food and entertainment. Beautiful cross country trails. First 100 entrants receive commemorative t-shirt, all dogs receive adorable doggie bandana. On line registration at www.active.com. |
| 5/5/07 High Trek Adventure Boston Jason Hofsess 480.326.4893 www.hightrekadventure.com info@hightrekadventure.com Teams of 2 solve clever clues to find checkpoints using only public transportation and foot! Winning team receives airfare for 2! |
| 05/06/2007 Exercise for Education 5K Burlington High School 123 Cambridge St., Burlington MA Paula Boermeester 781-272-4284 www.burlingtonedfoundation.org race@burlingtonedfoundation.org The day also includes a 1/2 mile Family Fun Run, Prizes, Raffles, Festivities and fun for all! Race details and registration forms and on-line registration available at www.burlingtonedfoundation.org. Fee: $15, post 4/30 $20; fun run is $2.00. Race Day Registration begins 8:00am. Family Fun Run 9:00 am start time, 5K 9:30am start time. Professional timing provided by Granite State Race Services. 5k Course is USATF Certified, with Mile markers, splits, finish line clock, and water @ 2 miles. Post race beverages and food. Awards: Top Two Overall Finishers (M,F/Run; Walk);Top Two Burlington Resident Finishers (M,F/Run; Walk); Top Finishers (Run) in the age categories <10,11-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, and 60+ . And New in 2007 - Teacher/Educator Challenge |
| 05/06/07 Derrill's Race 5K 32 Payson Ave. - Public Safety Complex - Easthampton MA Lynne Davis 413-527-2529 http://www.derrillsrace.com info@derrillsrace.com Derrill’s Race is a 5K Run/Walk benefit road race held on the Manhan Rail Trail in Easthampton,Massachusetts. Proceeds benefit the Cam Neely Foundation For Cancer Care and Derrill’s Scholarship. Individual and Team entries. 1-mile Kid’s Race. Pre-registration encouraged. FREE T-shirt if postmarked by deadline. Prizes in both individual and team categories. Post race includes awards ceremony, music, free food, kid’s games, free massages,etc. |
| 5/12/07 Chuck Lelas Memorial Scholarship 10K Run/Walk 6.2 miles Forest Park in Springfield Massachusetts Lelas Run/Walk PO Box 40 East Longmeadow, MA 01028 www.lelas.org The Lelas Memorial Run/Walk is held annually to celebrate the life of Chuck Lelas, area coach and guidance counselor.The event, entering its fourth year, was organized to raise scholarship aid for local college bound student athletes. The Harriers will again time the event. Following the race, a cookout, door prizes, and entertainment are available to participants. |
| 5/20/07 HMEA's 6th Annual Independence 5K Walk/Run in the Park 5K EMC2 Corporation's Soccer Field in the Franklin Industrial Park Massachusetts Linda Conley 508-298-1107 508-298-1407 www.hmea.org hmea@hmea.org Proceeds benefit 1200 children and adults with developmental disabilities in more than 110 communities in Central and Southeastern Massachusetts. |
| 6/17/07 Children's Museum in Easton 13th Annual Father's Day Road Race/Fun Walk 5 mile road race, 2 mile walk Children's Museum in Easton Massachusetts Steve Keohane 508-230-3789 508-230-7130 http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/fathersdayroadrace.asp cme417@yahoo.com The 13th Annual 5 mile road race and 2 mile walk offers over 50 raffle prizes featuring free child-care for PRE-registered runners, pre and post race sports massage a goody bag for every registered runner and walker, ice cream, DJ, food and drinks at a huge post race party! Online registration fee is $15 and processing fee will be waived. Mailed or walk in registration is $18. Race day registration is $20 |
| 6/17/07 Children's Museum in Easton 13th Annual Father's Day Road Race/Fun Walk 5 mile road race, 2 mile walk The Children's Museum in Easton, The Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Avenue, North Easton, MA 02356 Massachusetts Steve Keohane 508-230-3789 508-230-7130 http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/fathersdayroadrace.asp info@childrensmuseumineaston.org The 13th Annual 5 mile road race and 2 mile walk offers over 50 raffle prizes featuring free child-care for PRE-registered runners, pre and post race sports massage a goody bag for every registered runner and walker, ice cream, DJ, food and drinks at a huge post race party! |
| 6/23/07 X State Challenge; Hills 2 Harbor 200 Miles Williamstown, MA - Gloucester, MA Massachusetts Paul Curley (781) 890-4262 (781) 890-4280 www.lungma.org biketrek@lungma.org This double century ride is for experienced cyclists looking for a new event. Overnight accommodations will be provided, along with bus transportation to the start, and from finish to parking. There is a $60.00 registration fee, and fundraising is required. Please see website for additional information. |
| 7/4/07 Mattapoisett Road Race 5 miles Shipyard Park ,Mattapoisett MA. Dan White 508-758-3121 www.mattapoisettroadrace.com whizzah@verizon.net The 37th running of this 5 mile July 4th townwide celebration 9am start at the waterfront Shipyard Park. |
| 7/12/07 Haverhill YMCA Independence Road Race 5K 5K Haverhill Stadium Ma Michael Lescord 978-374-0506 www.northshoreymca.org lescordm@northshoreymca.org Great residential course along the Merrimack River with awards, food and kids fun run. |
| 7/27/07 "A-B-C" Golf Tournament to Benefit Diabetes Research Juniper Hill Golf Course, Northborough MA abcgolftournament.googlepages.com abcgolftournament@comcast.net 18 Hole Scramble golf tournament with pre-golf breakfast, BBQ, raffle, contests and prizes. 100% of net proceeds will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to support research for a cure for Type 1 diabetes. |
| 8/4/07 Second annual Forward in Health 5K run/walk 5K Mount Wachusett community college, 444 Green Street, Gardner Massachusetts John Mulqueen 978-632-7846 978-630-3182 www.forwardinhealth.org jmulqueen@forwardinhealth.org 5K race to benefit Forward in Health, nonprofit organization bringing healthcare to Haiti. Prize money for top three men and top three women runners. |
| 8/4/07 Second Annual Forward in Health 5K Walk/Run 5K Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St. Gardner Ma. John Mulqueen 978-632-7846 978-630-3182 www.forwardinhealth.org jmulqueen@forwardinhealth.org Second annual Forward in Health 5K walk/run. Forward in Health is a non-profit organization working to bring improved health care to Haiti. Prize money for runners. |
| 8/19/07 5th Runaways 5 Miler Run/Walk 5 Miles Town Park, North Attleboro MA Mark Zullo 401-284-2363 http://runawaysclub.org/rtm.html mzsurf13@cox.net Course records! 2005 Men's - 25:04 Patrick Moulton, Pelham, NH 2006 Women's - 30:59 Lisa Cappello, N Prov, RI Join us Sunday, August 19, 2007 for our 5th Annual 5 Miler. As the host and organizer of the Runaround 5 Miler, we are pleased to provide a challenging venue through North Attleboro, our rural town and country pastureland setting, that brings together the entire athletic community of recreational and competitive runners and walkers. "I came to get a good run in because I'm training for a marathon in October" - "It's a tough course" - Pat Moulton, 2005 1st Overall "I'm going to be running a half marathon/marathon in the late fall - I accomplished what I wanted to do today." - Chris Magill, 2006 1st Overall |
| 9/3/07 RYKA Iron Girl Boston 10K and 5K 10K and 5K 727-942-4767 www.irongirl.com info@irongirl.com A post-race catered Breakfast Cafй, RYKA performance shirts, personalized race bibs featuring each participant’s first name, chip timing, post-race giveaways, age group awards for the top three finishers in each category, custom finishers medals, music and much more. Fundraising efforts will benefit the Ulman Fund to help support young adults living with and recovering from cancer. Register today at IronGirl.com! |
| 09/09/07 4th Annual John's Race 5K/10K Pope's Tavern at the Intersection of Plymouth street & South Street in Halifax Massachusetts Kaitlyn Bergin 617-529-5232 johnsrace.com kaitb@comcast.net 5K walk/run & 10K run, Scenic Route, Water Aid Stations, Planned Activities for Children, Refreshments, Raffles etc.) |
| 9/16/07 Nahant 30K Road Race 30K Nahant Massachusetts Aj McMahon 617-269-5160, Ex133 617-464-7941 http://www.northshorestriders.com/Nahant30K/ nahant30K@northshorestriders.com 8:30am Start; Sunshine Start at 7:30am for runners running slower than 11 minutes per mile pace. Spectacular seaside course with ocean views. Great free photos. |
| 9/16/07 Suffolk University 9th Annual 5K Road Race & Family Walk 5K Hatchshell at the Esplanade, Storrow Drive, Boston MA Rebecca Coyne 617-994-4231 http://www.suffolk.edu/roadrace roadrace@suffolk.edu Free long-sleeved t-shirts to first 150 entrants; prizes, BBQ, music, raffles, awards |
| 9/22/07 Milford 5K Race and Walk 5K Milford High School Massachusetts Jennifer S. Walsh 508-478-1119 508-634-2341 http://www.milford.ma.us/mcs/roadrace.html jwalsh@milfordma.com All proceeds to benefit the Milford Special Olympic Programs. Monies raised are to go towards, uniforms, transportation, games fees, and an annual banquet. |
| 9/23/2007 Southbridge High School Neighborhood 5k 5K Southbridge MA Steve 508-764-7144 http://thelastmileracing.com/application/southbridgehighschool5k.pdf sccvik@yahoo.com |
| 9/30/07 The 6th Annual Boston Marine Corps Honor Run 5K, 10K Milton MA mchonorrun@conventures.com 1-888-767-RACE www.mchonorrun.com mchonorrun@conventures.com The 6th Annual Boston Marine Corps Honor Run takes place on Sunday, September 30, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Houghton’s Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA. This event offers a 5K and 10K course that is open to runners of all abilities. This event is held to raise awareness for The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation, a group that raises scholarship funds for children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. The race features warm-up and cool-down exercises, a Pull-Up Challenge, awards ceremony and more. The race welcomes all runners and all entrants receive a race t-shirt. For event and registration info, visit www.mchonorrun.com or call 1-888-767-RACE. |
| 10/8/07 The 31st Annual Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women 10K Boston Common MA 1-888-767-RACE www.tuftshealthplan.com thp10K@conventures.com The 31st Annual Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women takes place Monday, October 8, 2007 on the Boston Common with a start time of 12:00 noon. Activities will include pre-race aerobic warm-up, Health & Fitness Pavilion, children’s entertainment and more. This premier race has been selected by USA Track & Field as the USA Women’s National 10K Championship. The race attracts approximately 7,000 women at all levels of fitness, including many world-class elite runners. For event and registration info, visit www.tuftshealthplan.com or call 1-888-767-RACE. |
| 10/28/2007 Second Annual BrockTrot 10K & 1 mile Family fun run 10K Lenox, MA John Toole 413-243-0089 413-243-4221 www.brocktrot.org john@tooleinsurance.com The Second Annual BrockTrot 10k & 1 Mile Family Fun Run On October 28, 2007 the BrockWilkerson Memorial Cancer Research Fund will be holding their annual BrockTrot Run in Lenox, Massachusetts. Participants of the BrockTrot 10K will enjoy Berkshires’ beautiful fall foliage on a scenic, challenging course through the towns of Lenox and Stockbridge. In addition to the 10K, a wonderfully catered lunch will be provided by a local gourmet restaurant held on the pristine grounds of the Shakespeare & Company campus. The night before will be a pre-race dinner and inspirational Team Hoyt presentation. Post race community wide family fun, food and live music with over $3,000 in cash prizes to be awarded will be on tap for this special event. The BrockTrot is held in memory of Brock Wilkerson, who was an inspiration to his friends and family and lived a life with a unique capacity for kindness, friendship and leadership. The BrockTrot Mission is to continue Brock Wilkerson’s legacy of healthy living and dedication to family and to raise critical funds for research of lung cancer in non-smokers. All proceeds will be presented to The Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Last years BrockTrot event raised over $90,000.00 and this year our goal is to double that fiqure! Please be a part of a wonderful celebration of Brock’s life and run the BrockTrot! Visit us at our website: BrockTrot.org and sign up to race, make a donation, or volunteer on this wonderful worthy event. For further information please call John Toole at 413 243 0089 or email at john@tooleinsurance.com. |
| 11/4/07 Veterans Memorial 5K 5K Shrewsbury,MA MA Patrcik Collins 508-845-2398 www.massveterans.org patcollins@townisp.com Flat, fast course. Benefits Central Mass. Veterans Shelter. Kid's race precedes 5K. Lots os prizes and some refreshments. |
| 11/25/07 Andrea Holden Thanksgiving Road Race 5K, 3.1 miles South Dennis Ma MA phone none none I LIKE FROGS! AND PIGGYS |
| 12/01/07 Mayor Higgins' Hot Chocolate Run 5k run, 2m fun walk downtown Northampton MA Jen Dieringer (413) 587-8915 www.hotchocolaterun.com jendieringer@hotmail.com 5k run and 2m walk beginning and ending in vibrant downtown Northampton. First 2500 participants receive a mug designed by cartoonist Hilary Price of Rhymes With Orange. All participants receive steaming hot chocolate at the finish. Event benefits Safe Passage, an organization that supports survivors of domestic violence. |
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