New Jersey running races and Festivals

1/5/08 Freezing Cold Hash run 4 - 6 miles Kenneth Vercammen Law Office New Jersey Kenmeth Vercammen, Esq. 732-572-0500 www.njlaws.com/FREEZING_COLD_HASH_RUN.htm kenvnjlaws@verizon.net FREEZING COLD HASH RUN is a 4 - 6 mile group trail run sponsored by Kenneth Vercammen Law Office in conjunction with the Rumson Hash Harriers on Saturday, January 5, 2008. The run starts at 10am at Kenneth Vercammen Law Office in Edison, NJ. There is no fee to run. $5.00 for the post race social at the Green Derby Bar. Women 21 - 69 drink free. There will be prizes and giveaways. You must be 21 years old to participate. Please bring a canned food donation for the Saint James Food Bank. For more information visit www.njlaws.com/FREEZING_COLD_HASH_RUN.htm. or contact Kenneth Vercammen, Esq. at (732) 572-0500, or e-mail: kenvnjlaws@verizon.net.

03/29/08 Jack Pyrah Running of the Green 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Run/Walk Location : Highland Tavern, 308 Orlando Avenue, Gloucester City State : NJ Contact : Anthony Guide Phone : 609-617-1958 Fax : Website : http://www.gloucestercityirishsociety.com/5k.html Email : Additional Info : This is a USTFA Certified Race.

4/5/08 Event: 10th Annual Building Tomorrows 5K Day: Saturday Date: April 5, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K and 2 Mile Walk/10:00 AM Location: Brookdale Park, Bloomfield, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: The ARC of Essex County, 123 Naylon Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039 Contact Phone #: Day [973] 535-1181x1230, Eve. [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Come and run an early spring race in lush Brookdale Park. The double loop course, entirely within the park, is mostly flat and very fast. A 2-mile walk is also offered. All participants receive a Building Tomorrows T-shirt, random prizes and refreshments.

4/12/08 Event: 2nd Annual essential2life 5K Day: Saturday Date: April 12, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 5K/9:30 AM Location: Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: On Your Mark Productions, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: 5K Run and 3K Walk on Liberty Walk with views of Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. What could be better? Great food & drink, a terrific t-shirt, DJ, kids activities and the essential2life Fair brought to you by the Chemistry Council of New Jersey is just part of what's in store. Bring the whole family. Liberty State Park is very easy to get to and all will have wonderful spring morning.

4/12/08 Event: 8th Annual Run For Rachel Day: Sunday Date: April 13, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K/9:30 AM, 3K Walk/9:40 AM, Kid’s Run/10:30 AM Location: Memorial Oval, Livingston, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 700 point USATF-NJ NBGP Open Women’s Championship Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: Day [973]765-9050x400; Eve. [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.jfsmetrowest.org or www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: In 2007 hundreds of runners, walkers and Kids gathered at Livingston’s Memorial Oval for the Run For Rachel. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better. The 5K is flat and fast, the Walk is a perfect way to spend a Sunday morning and the Kid’s Run For Rachel is exciting and fun. The goodie bag is full to the brim, the refreshments are first class and a DJ provides music for all. And…the Run for Rachel has been named the 2008 USATF-NJ 5K Open Women’s Championship.

4/19/08 Princeton University: The Justice Run Distance: 5K Location : Princeton State : NJ Contact : James Phone : (914)841-5195 Fax : Website : www.princeton.edu/manna/5k Email : an@princeton.edu Additional Info : A 5K race to raise money and awareness for two important causes: rehabilitation of former children soldiers in Uganda and the prevention of child sex-trafficking in India. We need your help to raise not only funds but awareness for these causes. Please visit our website for more details and registration: http://www.princeton.edu/manna/5k/

4/20/08 run/walk Distance: 5K Location : Cooper River Park, Pennsauken State : NJ Contact : Charla Lewis Phone : 856-662-5482 Fax : Website : www.go4thegoal.org Email : redcharla@msn.com Additional Info : This is our 2nd annual run/walk to raise money to help support children with cancer and research for Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Richard Stefanacci was diagnosed with Ewing's in May 2006 and attended last year's race. He succumbed to the disease just 6 weeks later in June 2007. We continue our foundation in his spirit! We had just about 200 racers last year and hope for a better turnout this

4/20/08 Event: 9th Annual Miles For Matheny Day: Sunday Date: April 20, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K/11:00 AM, Wheelchair Walk/11:30 AM; Kids’ Fun Run/10:45 AM; Bike Events: 50 Miles/8:30 AM, 23&32 Miles/10:00 AM, 12 Miles/10:30 AM Location: Liberty Park, Peapack, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: Matheny Medical and Educational Center Contact Phone #: Day [908] 234-0011x315, Eve. [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.milesformatheny.org Event Email: info@milesformatheny.org Notes: HUGH celebration picnic “Best post-event picnic in NJ”, await you after you finish our beautifully scenic 5K. And you get to meet the MATHENY School kids.

4/26/08 Event: 6th Annual Draft Day 5K Day: Saturday Date: April 26, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 5K/8:30AM Location: Giants Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Cranford, NJ 07016 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: The New York Giants present the Draft Day 5K to benefit The Giants Foundation. The course takes you around and through Giants Stadium as well in the stadium itself. An urban adventure run or walk. The finish line is on the field. There will be free parking, random prizes, T-shirt, DJ and post-race refreshments.

4/26/08 CASA Kids 5K Run Distance: 5K & 1 mile fun run Location : Princeton Pike Corp. Center, 1009 Lenox Drive, Lawrenceville State : NJ Contact : Randall Kirkpatrick Phone : 609-434-0050 Fax : 609-434-0080 Website : http://www.casamercer.org/NewsEvents/Events/CASAKids5KRun.aspx Email : rkirkpatrick@casamercer,org Additional Info : USATF certified course and sanctioned event USATF-NJ Grand Prix event: 500 points

4/26/08 3rd Annual Country Roads 5K Distance: 5K, 1 mile and children's run Location : Cream Ridge State : NJ Contact : Fran Curley Phone : 609-689-0136, ext. 143 Fax : 609-581-4891 Website : www.alliesnj.org Email : fcurley@alliesnj.org Additional Info : This is a fund raiser benefiting individuals with special needs supported by Allie, Inc., a NJ state-wide non-profit agency. 5K: $20 through 4/21; $25 day of race (includes t-shirt while available.) 1 mile fun run/walk and children's run: $8 with t-shirt; $5 without t-shirt An accurately measured, scenic cource through thoroughbred horse country. 5K runs through historic Walnford Park. Event hosted by Cream Ridge Winery. On-line registration at: www.active.com and www.raceforum.com/country

5/3/08 Event: 4th Annual Xercise 5K Day: Saturday Date: May 3, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 5K/9:00 AM Location: Memorial Field, Chester, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net and www.Xercise.com Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Join us as we run through the historic Borough of Chester. The 4th Annual Xercise 5K will attract the best runners in Northwest New Jersey and will feature terrific amenities including the Xercise Tee, bountiful refreshments and our Kids Dashes. Located near the juncture of Routes 24 and 206, Chester is a short ride to a great race.

5/4/08 Bergen County Police Hot Pursuit 5K Distance: 5K Location : Saddle River County Park, Saddle Brook, NJ State : NJ Contact : Dave Saldana Phone : 201-336-7874 Fax : 201-488-1086 Website : bcpd.org Email : saldana@bcpd.org Additional Info : 5k Fun run/Walk to benefit the NJ Special Olympics. Be a part of the first one! Flat fast course in county park, no traffic or hills,paved trail and roadways, get your best time ever! t-shirts and refreshments. Go to bcpd.org and download an application and mail to NJ Special Olympics. USATF certified course

5/4/08 Event: 9th Annual Our House 5 Miler Day: Sunday Date: May 4, 2008 Distance/Time: 5 Miles/1:00 PM; 2 Mile Walk/1:15PM Location: The Village Green, Summit, NJ Certified Course: USATF, 700 point USATF-NJ NBGP Masters Men and Women Championships Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: The race will be run through the residential streets and business section of Summit. It will begin and end by the NJ Transit railroad station on the beautiful Summit Green. The course has rolling hills and is very scenic. The Our House 5 Miler serves as the USATF-NJ Masters championship for men and women and is well known for great food and runner amenities.

5/10/08 Newport 10,000 - 5th Annual Distance: 10k Location : 100 Town Square Place, Jersey City State : NJ Contact : mzrace@oymp.net Phone : [732] 381-0318 Fax : Website : http://newport10K.com Email : mzrace@oymp.net Additional Info : 10,000 Meters for $19,000 in prize money. Flat fast course. Come watch the speed as we welcome a field of elite International runners for the 5th Annual Newport 10,000. Premium Tee shirt. Terrific food. Entertainment. To benefit the Jersey City Medical Center.

5/11/08 5th Annual Run for Mom Distance: 5K Location : Mercer County Park, West Windsor State : NJ Contact : Bonnie Arkus Phone : 609-771-9600 Fax : Website : http://www.runformom.org Email : runformom@gmail.com Additional Info : Honor your mother's heart and join Women's Heart Foundation for a 5K Run/Walk and 1-mile Family Health Walk around beautiful Lake Mercer. Registration begins at 8:00 am. Women's Heart Foundation specially designed T-shirts guaranteed to all those pre-registered (Day-of-Race registrants''while supplies last). Post-race refreshments and D.J. Computerized timing and scoring by L & M Sports. Course measured by Baldasari Race Management.

5/17/08 Event: Children’s Specialized Walk n’ Roll (Walk or Wheelchair) Day: Saturday Date: May 17, 2008 Distance/Time: 1, 3, or 5 Miles Location: Piscataway, NJ. Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: The renowned Children's Specialized Hospital, based in Mountanside has opened a new, state of the art facility in New Brunswick. Please help us celebrate the new hospital at our Walkathon In Piscataway's beautiful Johnson Park. Walks of 1, 3 and 5 miles are scheduled. Pledges will be treated to a custom t-shirt, great food and random prizes. You'll also get to meet our kids.

5/18/08 Event: 3rd Annual Gilda's Run and 2 Mile Cancer Survivor's Walk) Day: Sunday Date: May 18, 2008 Distances/Times: 15K Run/9:00am, 2 Mile Walk/9:05am Location: The Duck Pond, Ridgewood, NJ Certified Course: Yes, 500 Point USATF-NJ NBGP Event Information: Gilda's Club, Northern New Jersey (Mary Connolly) 575 Main St., Hackensack, NJ 07601 Contact Phone: 201 457-1670 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: maryc@gildasclubnnj.org Event Fax: 201 457-1697 Notes: The 3rd annual Gilda’s Run promises to be a first class distance run in beautiful Saddle River County Park, a gem in Bergen County. ChampionChip Scoring by CompuScore. Gilda's Run T-shirt to all participants...awesome refreshments...DJ by Nightmoves…children's activities and random prize drawing.

5/22/08 The Legal Runaround 5K Distance: 5K, 3K Poker Walk, Kids Dashes Location : Somerset County Courthouse, Somerville State : NJ Contact : Tears or Ray Phone : 908-245-3000 Fax : Website : www.PracticeHard.com Email : tears@practicehard.com Additional Info : Please visit www.PracticeHard.com for complete details and online registration with NO additional processing fee! 5K - 7pm; 3K Poker Walk - 6:30pm; Kids Dashes - 6:15pm Dinner buffet by Verve, music by our DJ, custom tees, and random prizes!

6/1/08 Event: SBR Triathlon Series Race # 1 Day: Sunday Date: June 1, 2008 Distance/Time: 1/2mi Swim, 16mi Bike, 3.1mi Run/8:00AM Location: Harriman State Park, Lake Sebago Beach, Harriman , NY Sprint Triathlon: USAT Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: http://www.sbrshop.com/triathlons/ Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes:: Come out and join us this summer at Harriman - the series is ideal for the beginner triathlete as well as for the seasoned triathlete. This year, in addition to the individual competition, the SBR Triathlon Series will have two or three member relay team competition. Individual division rules apply to relays. Each relay team member will do at least one of the three disciplines: Swim, Bike or Run in that order. Any combination of two or three people, there are no age or gender groups for relays. All relay team members must be 13 years of age or older to participate All participants will receive a free SBR Tri Series T-shirt. After the race, a prize drawing and an award ceremony will be held.

6/1/08 Event: 12th Annual Kilometers For Karyn Day: Sunday Date: June 1, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K & 2 Mile Walk/9:00 AM, Kids Run For Karyn/9:45 AM Location: Degnan Park, West Orange, NJ Certified Course: Yes, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information:: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Mostly flat, very fast course!!!! Track finish. A family athletic event. Great Amenities: T-shirt, goodie bag, refreshments, prizes, kids fair and DJ. Come join us for a fun morning. Two minutes off of Rte. 280.

6/7/08 to 6/8/08 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Roselle Park Distance: 13 hours relay-team style walk Location : Roselle Park High School-185 W Webster Ave-Roselle Park 07204 State : New Jersey Contact : Robin Kraft Phone : 973-736-7771 ext. 205 Fax : Website : www.events.cancer.org/RFLroselleparkNJ Email : Robin.Kraft@cancer.org Additional Info : YOU can make a difference in the fight against cancer! Relay For Life is a unique & fun overnight event which unites the entire community to raise awareness as well as funds for research, clinical trials & patient services. Cancer Survivors, Caretakers, Teams, Individuals, Families...everyone is welcome to join us as we Celebrate Survivors - Remember Those we've Lost - and Fight Back to eliminate cancer as a major health threat. Be part of History, and enroll for CPS-3, a new cancer prevention study! For info on all ACS programs & services go to www.cancer.org

6/8/08 Katz JCC 4th Annual Kid's Triathlon Distance: Various Location : Cherry Hill - on JCC campus Phone : 856-424-4444 ext 141 Fax : 856-489-8240 Website : www.katzjcc.org Email : gbonetti@jfedsnj.org Additional Info : swimming/biking/running - kid's distances for ages 8-13 t-shirts for all participants refreshments provided awards presented

6/08/08 George Washington Bridge Challenge Distance: 5k or 10k Location : Port Authorty, Fort Lee State : New Jersey Contact : Carly Hood Phone : 201.457.3418 x 2216 Fax : Website : http://community.acsevents.org/gwbchallenge Email : carly.hood@cancer.org Additional Info : The George Washington Bridge Challenge is a non-competitive pledge event for walkers, runners and cyclists who accept the challenge of fighting cancer. Individuals and teams are welcomed and encouraged to take part in this one-of-a-kind event. After crossing the world's most-traveled bridge, participants continue along one of many courses through scenic Bergen County, New Jersey. Everyone finishes at the GWB Challenge Picnic, where participants, volunteers, and survivors join together to celebrate their fundraising achievements. In its twenty-year history, the Challenge has raised over $2.2 million for the fight against cancer. Funds raised help support the American Cancer Society's research, programs, services, and advocacy.

6/8/08 Event: 4th Annual Mountain Top 10K and 5K Day: Sunday Date: June 8, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 10K/8:30am, 5K/10:30am Location: Mt. Horeb School, Warren, NJ Certified Course: Yes, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: The 4th Annual Mountaintop 10K promises a challenging and scenic course in beautiful Warren, NJ. The 5K is mostly flat and very fast. Great food, a terrific t-shirt, DJ music and fun await you.

6/9/08 Event: 5th Annual 5,000 Strides....A 5K for the American Family Day: Monday Date: June 9, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K and 2 Mile Walk/7:15pm; Kids’ Strides/8:00pm Location: Ginty Field Complex, Morris Township Certified: Yes; USATF-NJ 500 Point Grand Prix Event Information:: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone: [732] 381-0318 or [908] 534-9064 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Mostly flat (OK, with one hill) and fast USATF certified, with only six turns with mile clocks and two water stops. Join us for refreshments, a random prize drawing, music and our awards ceremony. Bring the entire family to walk through the scenic park or run on local residential streets. Check the website for info on the RANDOM CASH PRIZE SERIES.

6/15/08 Event: 6th Annual ACS Run For Dad Day: Sunday Date: June 15, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K & 2 Mile Walk/9:00 AM; Kids’ Run/9:45am Location: Mercer County Park, West Windsor, NJ [Mercer County] Certified Course: Yes, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information:: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Come run or walk with Dad as we celebrate his day and raise money to provide funds for prostate cancer research, treatment and awareness. The Mercer County Park course is flat, fast and traffic free with terrific lake views. The participant amenities will be first class and you’ll be home in time to treat Dad to a great day. Over 1,000 joined us in 2007.

6/20/08 Event: 11th Annual June Moon 5K Day: Friday Date: June 20, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K/7:15 PM Location: Colonial Park, Somerset, NJ Certified Course: Yes, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix event Information: CJRRC, POB 1863. Cranford, NJ 07016 Contact Phone #: [866] 841-9139 X 3807 Event URL: www.CJRRC.org Event Email: runcjrrc@onebox.com Notes: Fast and flat 5K, two loops within the park. Lots of prizes and refreshments.

6/22/08 Pine Beach 5K & One Mile Riverside Run Distance: 5K & one Mile Run Location : Pine Beach State : NJ Contact : Sally Kalksma Phone : 732-349-6425 Fax : 732-240-0533 Website : www.pinebeach5k.com Email : sjkmustang@aol.com Additional Info : Fast, scenic, certified course along the Toms Riiver. USATF-NJ masters championship, cash awards to open and masters divisions, many awards, prizes and amenities, including free Outback Steakhouse BBQ. RRCA Eastern Region 5K Champioship Race.

6/26/08 Event: 21st Running,…American Bank of New Jersey Sunset Classic Day: Thursday Date: June 26, 2008 Distance/Time: 5 Miles/7:30 PM, 1 Mile/7:00 PM, Kids Infield Sprints/6:30 PM Location: Foley Field, Bloomfield, NJ Certified Course: Yes, 500 point USATF-NJ Grand Prix Event Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Join us for the 21st Running of the American Bank of New Jersey Sunset Classic. A summer night classic race with the same great course and a high tech t-shirt. We also have a 1-mile fun run and kids races plus great refreshments, music, prizes and a surprise or two. The hot dogs and ice cream are first rate. And, we’ve been around since the 80’s. So join us for a great night.

6/28/08 Pathways Firecracker 5K Distance: 5K Location : Montville Twp. Public Library 90 Horseneck Road State : NJ Contact : John Arminio Phone : Fax : Website : www.montvillepec.org Email : montville5k@optonline.net Additional Info : Schedule: 6:30amпїЅ7:45am Post-Registration; 8:00am Race Start; Awards Ceremony 9:00am Course: Event is sanctioned by USATF on certified USATF Course NJ-02022GANB Entry Fees: Pre-Registration: $22 by 6/20/08; USATF-NJ & Pathways Members $20 by 6/20/08; Race Day $25 Results: ChampionChipпїЅ Computer Scoring by Compuscore.com. Online registration www.active.com or www.metroraceforum.com.

6/28/2008 IHS Race4freedom Distance: 5K Run & 2Mile Fun Walk Location : Immaculata High School, Somerville State : NJ Contact : Scott Dorrler Phone : 908-722-0200 x.222 Fax : Website : www.ihsrace4freedom.org Email : race4freedom@hotmail.com Additional Info : Online registration with Active.com via our website. Day of registration: 7:00 am to 8:15 am. 5k: 8:30 am 2 Mile Fun Walk: 8:45 am

06/29/08 Fabulous Feat 5K &1 Mile Fun Run Benefiting The Breast Cancer 3 Day Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Location : Verterans Park-Hamilton, NJ Phone : 609-426-4442 Fax : 609-443-0910 Website : Email : Premier5K@aol.com Additional Info : USATF Certified/Grand Prix (500 pts.) Traffic-free scenic park course. 7:30 am registration all participants, 8:30 am start 1 mile fun run, 9:00 am start 5K. $20 if registered by 6/21/08, $18 pre-registered USATF-NJ members, $25 after pre-registration or day of race. T-shirt for all participants. Awards to top 3 M and F overall, top 3 M and F in each age group. Post race refreshments, goodie bags and merchandise raffle. Timing by Baldasari & Leestma Race Management. Directions: 195 to exit 3B-Hamilton Square. Take a LEFT at first light onto KUSER ROAD. Park entrance is 1/2 mile on RIGHT. Questions: Marcy @ 609-426-4442

7/10/08 Event: 4th Annual Lawyers For Kids 5K Day: Thursday Date: July 10, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk/7:15pm; Kids’ Gallop/8:00pm Special: REGISTER FOR THE LAWYERS FOR KIDS 5K (JULY 10) AND 5,000 STRIDES (JUNE 9) AND BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CASH RANDOM DRAWING! YOU MUST ENTER BOTH................ THREE RANDOM WINNERS WILL BE PULLED ON JULY 10...... CASH PRIZES $500 $200 $100 Location: Ginty Field Complex, Morris Township, NJ Certified Course: USATF Certified, 500 point USATF-NJ NBGP event. Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: Let's get the family out to join the Morris County Bar Association as they raise money for the kids of CASA. This fast 5K run, 2 mile walk and the Kids' Gallop will appeal to all. The amenities including summertime refreshments, a super cool tee and a DJ are sure to please. The event is easy to get to via Routes 24, 80 or 287. See you there.

7/13/2008 Amber Pizzo Memorial Fund 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Memorial Park - Berkeley Heights State : NJ Contact : George Pizzo Phone : 908.322.3322 Fax : Website : http://amberpizzo.com Email : info@amberpizzo. Additional Info : On behalf of The Amber Pizzo Memorial Fund committee and volunteers, we invite you participate in our 1st annual Amber Pizzo Memorial 5K Walk/Run. The event is being held to raise awareness to 'Think Before You Drink', while raising money for The Amber Pizzo Memorial Fund organized in memory of Amber Pizzo who lost her life on July 18, 2005 when she was struck by an automobile driven by an impaired driver. Amber was enjoying the festivities of the Mt. Carmel fair on the night of July 16, 2005. After watching the fireworks display from a friendпїЅs house, she left to return home when she was struck and fatally injured. Amber was beginning a career in pre-school and elementary education. The parents of her young students speak lovingly of Amber's genuine caring and concern for their children. Because of Amber's love for those children, her loss was mourned as deeply by their parents as it was by her many family and friends. The Amber Pizzo Memorial Fund is dedicated to providing annual scholarships to Governor Livingston High School graduates planning to major in early childhood or elementary education. Directions: Route 78 Exit 41 (If you are traveling eastbound, make left off the exit at stop sign; If you are traveling westbound, turn right at stop sign). At the bottom of the hill, turn left at traffic light onto Plainfield Avenue towards Berkeley Heights. Straight through first traffic light (Mountain Avenue). Memorial Field will be on your left at the intersection of Park Avenue and railroad tracks.

7/19/08 Event: 11th Annual Teterboro Airport 5K Day: Saturday Date: July 19, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K/8:30 AM, Kids Mini Flyer Dashes/9:30 AM Location: Teterboro Airport, Moonachie, NJ Certified Course: USATF Certified, 500 point USATF-NJ NBGP event. Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: One race has it all—The Teterboro Airport 5K is lightning fast and flat [can you imagine an airport runway with hills?], offers prize money and is a USATF-NJ NBGP 500 point race. Sorry, no pace car but we do have a pace plane which you can chase to a PR. Other goodies: unique T-shirt, great refreshments, tons of random prizes worth more than $10,000., a DJ and two water stops. For our eleventh running we will be awarding several special prizes. A super mid-summer race—see you there.

7/23/08 Event: 7th Annual Downtown Westfield 5K & Pizza Extravaganza Day: Wednesday Date: July 23, 2008 Distance/Time: 5K/7:00 PM Location: East Broad & Elm Sts., Westfield, NJ Certified Course: Yes Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066. Contact Phone #: Day [908] 789-9444, Eve. [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Event Fax: [732] 381-4238 Notes: Run past the upscale shops and through the well-groomed neighborhoods of Westfield on a fast course that ends downtown. After you cool down, we’ll feed you pizza and other good stuff while you listen to music and enjoy the awards ceremony. And, we’ll give you a T-shirt and an embroidered cap to the first 600 registrants. So come and enjoy a summer night’s run in Westfield. 2,000 runners expected.

8/16/08 Event: SBR Triathlon Series Race # 2 Day: Saturday Date: August, 16, 2008 Distance/Time: 1/2mi Swim, 16mi Bike, 3.1mi Run/8:00AM Location: Harriman State Park, Lake Sebago Beach, Harriman , NY Sprint Triathlon: USAT Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: http://www.sbrshop.com/triathlons/ Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes: Come out and join us this summer at Harriman - the series is ideal for the beginner triathlete as well as for the seasoned triathlete. This year, in addition to the individual competition, the SBR Triathlon Series will have two or three member relay team competition. Individual division rules apply to relays. Each relay team member will do at least one of the three disciplines: Swim, Bike or Run in that order. Any combination of two or three people, there are no age or gender groups for relays. All relay team members must be 13 years of age or older to participate All participants will receive a free SBR Tri Series T-shirt. After the race, a prize drawing and an award ceremony will be held.

8/16/08 Event: SBR Triathlon Series Race # 2 Day: Saturday Date: August, 16, 2008 Distance/Time: 1/2mi Swim, 16mi Bike, 3.1mi Run/8:00AM Location: Harriman State Park, Lake Sebago Beach, Harriman , NY Sprint Triathlon: USAT Information: OYMP, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: http://www.sbrshop.com/triathlons/ Event Email: mzrace@oymp.net Notes:: Come out and join us this summer at Harriman - the series is ideal for the beginner triathlete as well as for the seasoned triathlete. This year, in addition to the individual competition, the SBR Triathlon Series will have two or three member relay team competition. Individual division rules apply to relays. Each relay team member will do at least one of the three disciplines: Swim, Bike or Run in that order. Any combination of two or three people, there are no age or gender groups for relays. All relay team members must be 13 years of age or older to participate All participants will receive a free SBR Tri Series T-shirt. After the race, a prize drawing and an award ceremony will be held.

9/6/08 Rock On 5K, 2 Mile Walk and MusicFest Day: Saturday Date: September 6, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 5K/9:00am, Walk/9:15am Location: Nomahegan Park, Cranford, NJ Certified Course: Yes Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: What a great idea! Mix running, walking and non-stop music. In 2007, a scenic 2 mile walk joined the wildly popular MusicFest in Cranford’s Nomahegan Park. And now, a fast 5K has been added. Walk or run in the morning and" ROCK ON " later in the day. A great combination.

9/14/08 9th Annual Kaleidoscope Of Hope Walkathon Day: Sunday Date: September 14, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 1, 3, 5 Miles/9:15am Location: Loantaka Brook Reservation at South Street entrance Certified Course: No Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Event Fax: [732] 381-4238 Notes: Please join us in the beautifully scenic Loantaka Park as The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation raises money for ovarian cancer research. The amenities are first class and you'll be part of a very successful event. A great day for a walk

9/21/08 Event: 5th Annual Kaleidoscope Of Hope Walkathon II Day: Sunday Date: September 21, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 1, 3, 5 Miles/9:15am Location: Richard W. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ Certified Course: No Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Event Fax: [732] 381-4238 Notes: A splendid oasis awaits as you traverse the trails and nature reserves bordering the salt marsh wetlands of the Hackensack River estuary. Explore the 3.5 miles of trails and discover unspoiled nature. All proceeds benefit The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation and ovarian cancer research. a great day for a walk. A DJ, refreshments and nature's beauty await you and your family.'

9/27/08 Event: 2nd Annual Kaleidoscope Of Hope Walkathon III Day: Saturday Date: September 27, 2008 Distance(s)/Time(s): 1, 3, 5 Miles/10:00am Location: Avon Pavilion, Avon, NJ Certified Course: No Information: On Your Mark Productions, PO Box 738, Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Event Fax: [732] 381-4238 Notes: Please join us at the Avon Pavilion in Avon, NJ. The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation raises money for ovarian cancer research. The amenities are first class and you'll be part of a very successful event. A great day for a walk. Last year, over 500 joined us on the boardwalk in Avon.

9/28/08 Event: 15th Annual Newport Liberty Half Marathon Day: Sunday Date: September 28, 2008 Distances/Times: Half Marathon/8:30am Location: Liberty State Park Certified Course: yes, 1/2 Marathon is USATF-NJ NBGP 700 point championship for all divisions Information: On Your Mark Productions, 54 Thomas Dr., Clark, NJ 07066 Contact Phone #: [732] 381-0318 Event URL: www.OYMP.net Event Email: mzrace@OYMP.net Notes: The 2008 Newport Liberty Half marathon again serves as the USATF-NJ Championship for open and masters, men and women. Run through the streets of Jersey City and in Liberty State Park with fabulous views of the New York City skyline, Ellis Island and The Statue of Liberty. Prize money, custom t-shirt, refreshments, random prizes and a DJ are just part of the terrific amenities. ChampionChip scoring by CompuScore.

10/12/08 4th Annual Walk for a Brighter Tomorrow Distance: 5K Location : Roosevelt Park, Edison State : New Jersey Contact : Samantha Griffiths Phone : 609-392-4900 Fax : 609-392-5621 Website : www.walkforabrightertomorrow.org Email : sgriffiths@familyresourcenetwork.com Additional Info : Thank you for your interest in the Walk for a Brighter Tomorrow! This annual event is a fun filled day packed with a casual 5k walk, music, refreshments, and entertainment. We are expecting several hundred individuals in attendance to walk for an amazing cause. *No registration fee for walkers*

10/26/08 Katz JCC 9th Annual 5k run / 1 mile fun run-walk Distance: 5k run Location : Cherry Hill, NJ Phone : 856-424-4444 ext 141 Fax : 856-489-8240 Website : www.katzjcc.org Email : gbonetti@jfedsnj.org Additional Info : guaranteed t-shirts to all pre-registered entries. refreshments provided/ cash card awards / awards presented

11/02/08 Transitions Autumn Fest 5k Run/Walk Distance: 5k Location : Meadow Breeze Park, Washington Township State : New Jersey Contact : Pat Moojian Phone : 908.835.2624 Fax : Website : www.raceforum.com/transitions Email : transitions@norwescap.org Additional Info : Registration begins at 8 am Run/Walk begins at 9 am Kids Dash begins at 10:30 am Free Childcare during the Run/Walk for Participants

11/02/08 Cooper AmeriHealth Bridge Challenge Distance: 10K run and 2 mile walk Location : Campbell's Field, Camden State : NJ Contact : Susan Weiner Phone : 856-933-3725 Fax : Website : www.runthebridge.org Email : events@larcschool.org Additional Info : On Sunday, November 2, 2008, the historic Ben Franklin Bridge will close to allow thousands of runners and walkers to participate in the 2008 Cooper AmeriHealth Bridge Challenge ' a 10K run and two mile bridge walk to benefit the children with special needs of Larc School.

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