Ohio Running Races In Ohio

01/01/2009 New Years Day Resolution 5K Run "Shut Up & Run" 5K Run/Walk Pump House Art Gallery, Yoctangee Park Chillicothe, OH OH Paul Lincke 740-466-6605 740-466-6605 http://chillrunning.wordpress.com/2008/11/20/102/ chillrunning@gmail.com This is the inaugural race of the Chill Running Club. Come join us to start the New Year off right! Course is fairly fast and flat. Long sleeve shirts to all preregistrants. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers.

02/07/2009 Tackle the Tower Stair Climb 37-flight Stair Climb Erieview Tower at the Galleria Ohio Hermes Sports & Events 216-623-9933 216-363-0698 www.hermescleveland.com roadracing@hermescleveland.com Walk begins at 8:45AM and the race begins at 9:00AM. All proceeds directly benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland.

2/9/2009 Team Challenge Information Meeting Running Spot OH Jen 513-772-3550 www.ccteamchallenge.org jcrosby@ccfa.org Team Challenge is an endurance sports training program whose participants range from seasoned athletes to novices who want to get in shape, triumph over a challenge and meet other motivated people. Whether you are an absolute beginner looking to commit yourself to a walk program or you are a pro looking to get a PR, this program is for you. Team Challenge provides training to run or walk a half marathon, while participants raise funds for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. In exchange for your fundraising efforts, we provide professional coaching, health and nutrition clinics, the support of a team and lodging and airfare to your choice of event. When you train with Team Challenge, you’re provided with everything you need to cross the finish line. To date, Team Challenge has raised over $8 million for Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis research and patient support. Join us and be part of finding a cure! Information Meetings will be held in February. Visit ccteamchallenge.org to learn more

2/09/2009 Team Challenge Half Marathon Endurance Training & Fundriasing Program-Information Meeting Berea Recreation Center Ohio Morgan Goldthwaite 216-831-2692 www.ccteamchallenge.org mgoldthwaite@ccfa.org Team Challenge provides training to run or walk a half marathon, while participants raise funds for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). In exchange for your fundraising efforts, we provide professional coaching, health and nutrition clinics, the support of a team and lodging and airfare to your choice of event. Just as you have a coach to get you through the training, you also have a fundraising “coach” to get you to your goal! This summer, the wine will be flowing and the tide will be high! The Northeast Ohio Chapter will be participating in your choice of the Kona Half Marathon on June 28th, 2009 or the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon on July 19th, 2009.

3/7/09 Road Apple Run 5K Crestview Elementary School 1575 SR 96 Ashland, Ohio 44805 Debby Fulk 419-589-8602 419-895-1243 trentgreg@yahoo.com Flat and fast early season race on scenic, rural Ashland County roads. Coaches Special- Bring your team of up tp 10 runners for $50. Call Greg to register your team 419-706-7450 e-mail trentgreg@yahoo.com for a flier. Race begins at 10:00 AM

03/14/2009 29th Annual St. Malachi Run 2-Mile & 5-Mile St. Malachi Church / 2459 Washington Avenue Cleveland Hermes Sports & Events 216-623-9933 216-363-0698 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/Malachi/index.shtml roadracing@hermescleveland.com Kick off your St. Patrick's Day celebrations with the 29th Annual St. Malachi Run, benefitting St. Malachi's Outreach Services. Join more than 2000 runners and walkers on a course through the Flats and historic Ohio City.

03/15/2009 St Patrick's Day 4 mile Trail Run/Walk 4 miles Hopewell Mound Group trail near Triangle Trail off Sulphur Lick and Maple Grove Rd Chillicothe Ohio Paul Lincke 740-466-6605 chillrunning.wordpress.com chillrunning@gmail.com Scenic 4 mile trail/run walk at the Hopewell Mound Group trail near the Tri County Triangle Trail off Sulphur Lick Rd. Start and finish in the parking lot. Prizes to top 3 male/female finishers. Start is at 9 AM

03/28/2009 Run for Your Life! 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk Cuyahoga Fairgrounds Ohio Aparna Pillay 216-623-9933 216-363-0698 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/runforyourlife.asp roadracing@hermescleveland.com Registration: 8:00AM 5K & 1-Mile: 9:00AM Distance 5K & 1-Mile Registration Preregistration 5K (Ages 15 & Over) - $15.00 5K (Ages 14 & Under) - $10.00 1-Mile - $10.00 All mailed entries must be received by Friday, March 20, 2009 Make checks payable to Hermes and mail entries to: Hermes Sports & Events 1624 St. Clair Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114 Race Day Registration 5K (Ages 15 & Over) - $18.00 5K (Ages 14 & Under) - $12.00 1-Mile - $12.00 What You Get Entry fee includes t-shirt, refreshments, games, & prizes School District with the most participants wins $5000! Awards Awards to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall and three deep in the following age categories: 14 & Under,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+ More Information For more information about the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, visit www.ccbh.net For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933

03/29/2009 Bridges to Recovery 5k The Covenant Ohio Abby Wolfe 216-623-9933 216-363-0698 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/bridges.asp awolfe@hermescleveland.com 5k to benefit The Covenant Adolescent Chemical Dependency Treatment & Prevention Center. Top three male and top three female finishers overall and the first place winners in each group: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60 & over What You Get T-shirt to all participants Post race food Awards to the top finishers

04/04/2009 7th Annual "Jog Into Spring" 5k and 1 Mile Independence Civic Center Ohio Hermes Sports & Events 216-623-9933 216-363-0698 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/jogintospring.asp awolfe@hermescleveland.com

4/4/2009 Run for the Hills 5k Nordonia Hills YMCA- 8761 Shepard Road, Macedonia, Oh 44056 Ohio Ian Roberts 330-467-8366 330-655-0789 http://www.akronymca.org/locations/nordoniahills/ ianr@akronymca.org

04/09/2009 5th Annual Celebrate Nursing Fun Run 10k Run, 5k and 1 Mile Walk Lerner Research Institute Ohio Drew Kraemer 216-623-9933 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/nurses.asp akraemer@hermescleveland.com

04/11/2009 Feed Dayton 5K 5K Life Enrichment Center, 425 N Findlay St, Dayton Ohio 45404 Ryaja Johnson-Rhone 937-252-5700x228 http://www.daytonlec.org ryaja.johnson-rhone@daytonlec.org Feed Dayton 5k Run/Walk promotes fitness, community, and hunger awareness. The event will benefit the Life Enrichment Center (LEC) and the Life Resource Centre (LRC), both non-profit organizations. To meet the increasing needs of the underserved in the greater Dayton area, the LEC provides education, life skills training, and inspiration. The LRC promotes life through education and action.

04/18/2009 Eagles on Foot 5k St. Edward High School OHIO Aparna Pillay 216-623-9933 apillay@hermescleveland.com http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/eaglesonfoot.asp

04/18/2009 3rd Annual Power House 5K Run /Walk & 1K Fun Run 5K & 1K 5Whitehouse Primary School, 6510 Texas St., Whitehouse, OH 43571 OH Lori Yoder 419-376-8770 http://anthonywayneschools.org/Whitehouse_Primary/index.html 5K Run/ Walk 9am - $15 early registration thru 4/3/09, $20 day of race 1K Kids fun run - $5 early registration thru 4/3/09, $5 day of race with shirt (if available), $1 day of race without shirt Race Day Registration begins at 8am. LOCATION: Whitehouse Primary School, 6510 Texas Street, Whitehouse, OH Early registration runs through 4/3/09 & forms are available at http://anthonywayneschools.org/Whitehouse_Primary/index.html. On-line registration is available through www.active.com.

04/18/2009 Eagles on Foot 5k St. Edward High School OHIO Aparna Pillay 216-623-9933 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/eaglesonfoot.asp apillay@hermescleveland.com

04/18/2009 Old Oak Run 5k run 1 mile run Lifeworks Ohio Abby Wolfe 216-623--9933 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/oldoak.asp awolfe@hermescleveland.com

04/19/2009 City 2 City 5k Run and 2k Walk Tower City Ohio Aparna Pillay 216-623-9933 apillay@hermescleveland.com

04/19/09 Forget the PR, Mohican 50K 50K Loudonville Ohio Rob Powell 419-564-2530 http://mohican50k.blogspot.com/ rob1770@msn.com Sunday, April 19th 2009, 8:00 AM race start – 5:00 PM last finisher time cut off. (a 9 hour finish time) NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 150 limit Location: Mohican State Park Campgrounds in Loudonville, Ohio. Race Location Address: 3116 State Route 3 , Loudonville, Ohio 44842 Cost: $60 until February 23rd then $75 Race Day $80 Each runner will receive a Tec-Shirt as part of entry fee and for starting the race. Plus race schwag! Forget the PR Mohican 50K custom belt buckle for completion. The race promises to fit the name "Forget the PR". This will be a challenging, hill infested, technical running, lakeside, riverside, covered bridge and resort style packed race. Basically, this race is going to work you.

4/19/2009 Union Hospital Run for Home Half-Marathon and Team Relay Half-Marathon, one mile fun run, kid's run New Philadelphia Ohio Matt Ritzert 330-827-5710 www.runforhome.org mct213@roadrunner.com The Union Hospital Run for Home is a half-marathon, team relay, one-mile fun run/walk, and kid's run. The certified course takes runners through the streets of Dover and New Philadelphia. The race starts and finished in New Philadelphia's Tuscora Park where a health and fitness fair will be held April 18 and 19. All proceeds benefit the Tuscarawas Valley chapter of Habitat for Humanity.

04/25/2009 Hermes 10 Miler 10 Mile Run, 10 Mile Relay, 5k Run/Walk, Kid's Run Edgewater Park Ohio Hermes Sports & Events 216-623-9933 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/10miler/index.shtml awolfe@hermescleveland.com

04/25/2009 Gridiron Gallop 5K presented by The Summit 5K Ohio University, Athens Ohio Janae Laverdiere 740-593-4666 http://www.bobcatblitz.com/GridironGallop.html The 4th Annual Gridiron Gallop 5K Run/Walk gets underway at 10:00 a.m. at Peden Stadium. The scenic course takes participants from the 50-yard line inside Peden Stadium, along the banks of the Hocking River to a finish inside TailGreat Park. Every runner is asked to collect pledges to support organ donors and organ recipients through Miracles for Life.

05/02/09 : The Flying PIG PUMP N’ RUN 5K and 10K Downtown Cincinnati OH Bob Clarke 513-621-5300 www.pumpandrunrace.com pumpandrunrace@yahoo.com : The LORD’S GYM Event Date: May 2nd, 2009 Event Times: 7:30AM thru Noon Event Location: Cincinnati, OHIO Event Rates: $45-$55 Contact Name: Nola Clarke E-Mail: pumpandrunrace@yahoo.com Web Site: www.pumpandrunrace.com Description: Athletes will bench press a percentage of their body weight based upon an age and gender handicap, and earn a 30 second run-time reduction, for each repetition. Team Competitions offered at no extra charge, and alternative indoor rowing and hi-rep weight lifting events offered too!

05/02/2009 7th Annual Walk, Rock & Run 5k Run, 3 Mile Walk Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ohio Aparna Pillay 216-623-9933 http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/diversity.asp

05/02/2009 The Columbus Challenge Duathlon and a walk/run 5K Alum Creek State Park, Delaware, Ohio Ohio Matt Hickey 614-425-5016 www.columbuschallengelive.com matt@corestudiosonline.com The Columbus Challenge is designed for anyone who wants to get fit, live a healthier life and participate in a great challenge! Register for the Duathlon 5k run, 15 mile bike & 5k run or participate in the 5k only. All participants will receive a 12 week training program at no additional cost. Make your 2009 New Year's resolution stick...join the Columbus Challenge now! Cash/prize awards will be handed out to the top male/female finishers and for the top male/female who loses the most weight. You must weigh in at the Core Fitness Studios location in Lewis Center. Visit www.corestudiosonline.com and click the "contact us" link. Both the Duathlon and 5k will start at the BEACH From I-71 north, exit Polaris Parkway. Take a left on Polaris Parkway heading west. Take a right onto South Old State. At Lewis Center Road take a right and continue about a mile until you see the sign for the BEACH. The beach entrance will be on your left.

05/09/2009 Valley Legacy Run in honor of Larry Lute 5K; 1 mile; kids' 1 mile fun run Valley High School Stadium Ohio Susan Shelton 740-259-2651 www.valleyls.org shelly.williams@valleyls.org

05/09/2009 UMDF Run Wild For A Cure 5K Race and 1 Mile Walk 5K run, 1 mile walk Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Ohio UMDF Ohio Chapter 330-929-4430 None www.runwildforacure.org ohchapter@umdf.org Run Wild For A Cure is a challenging 5K run through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (chip-timed and part of the 2009 Hermes Road Race Series) and a 1-mile walk for kids and families, with all proceeds benefiting the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation. Registration fee includes souvenir t-shirt, food and beverages, free parking, family entertainment, and admission into the Zoo and RainForest. If participants pre-register online by April 22, they receive their chip, bib number, t-shirt, and all race materials in advance by mail.

05/15/2009 Vandalia Race For Life 5K Vandalia Sports Complex 1101 Stonequarry Rd. Dayton, OH 45414 Ohio Rachel McChesney 937-671-9710 http://www.vandaliaraceforlife.com Rache07@yahoo.com Packet Pick-Up: Packets can be picked up in the Vandalia Recreation Center lobby Thursday evening from 6-8pm (preferred). As a last resort, packets can be picked up Friday evening before the race from 5:30-6:30. Look for the Race for Life 5k tent on the lawn of the Rec Center. *T-shirts, goody bags, water, and food will be provided to all participants. All participants are welcome and encouraged to take part in the Relay for Life events following the 5K, like the luminaria ceremony at dusk, the live auction, the silent auction, listening to the live band, playing games, etc. **Dogs on a leash and strollers are welcome on the course. Bring the whole family, as there will be a bounce house and the Dayton Dragon’s mascots will be present. Fun for all!

05/16/09 Dart Frog Dash 5k walk/run 1k kids fun run The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo Ohio Robin Guidera 419-389-6403 ext. 2091 www.toledozoo.org robin.guidera@toledozoo.org $18 advance registration for 5K through May 10; $7 advance registration for 1k; $21 late registration; $27 day of registration. Awards 3 deep in age categories and all 1K participants receive a finisher's ribbon. Benefits The Toledo Zoo. Race goes through the Zoo and surrounding neighborhoods.

05/17/2009 Happy Trails 5K & 1M Fun Run/Walk 5K, 1M Medina County University Center, 6300 Technology Lane, Medina, Ohio Ohio Kelly Prostor 330-725-1463 330-725-1463 www.welcomewagonmedina.com HappyTrails5K@welcomewagonmedina.com The Welcome Wagon Club of Medina and the Medina County University Center are proud to present the inaugural Happy Trails 5K & 1M Fun Run/Walk. The certified course is sure to draw even the most competitive athletes while the post-race activities aim to please the entire family. This event will provide a fun family atmosphere complete with a special awards ceremony, food, music, inflatable's for the children and an Exposition featuring local business sponsors following the race. Your participation in this race goes much further than physical fitness and community involvement. Proceeds from the Happy Trails 5K will benefit two local charities: Cassidy's Hope Foundation and Michelle's Leading Star Foundation. Welcome Wagon Club of Medina, along with these charities, appreciates your support of this event. For more information about these charities and their causes, please visit their websites: www.cassidyshope.org and www.mstarfoundation.com. Come For the Run and Stay For the Fun

05/24/2009 The Miami-Erie Canal Triathlon/Duathlon varies St.Marys Ohio Roger Bowersock 937-417-5772 www.rocketshipsports.com info@rocketshipsports.com The Miami Erie Canal Triathlon is the revival of the old St.Marys Summerfest Triathlon, the granddaddy of canoe triathlons. 3mile canoe on the canal, 22 mile rural bike, and a 7 mile run on the canal tow path totally surrounded by nature. Duathlon 3 mile run along the canal, 22 mile rural bike, and a 7 mile run.

5/30/2009 2K/5K Walk/Trot in Support of Kids! 2K/5K Pemberville Ohio Serenity Farm, Inc. 501(c) 3 Non Profit Charity 419.833.1308 419.833.2400 www.serenityfarm.org ddehoff4@amplex.net This is a family friendly event to support Healthier choices + Healthier Interventions= Healthier Kids! Registration tables open at 12:00 noon in front of Pemberville Elementary School. In order to be eligible for a t-shirt and hat, the registration/liability waiver and $15.00 registration fee must be turned in by May 10, 2009 to the Serenity Farm office: 21870 Lemoyne Road, Luckey, Ohio 43443. Price of registration increases to $20.00 after May 10th and does not guarantee t-shirt or hat.Go to www.serenityfarm.org to register online.

5/31/09 Concord Distance Classic Half Marathon & 5K 13.1 & 5K Concord Township Ohio Geoff Weber 440-478-5800 http://www.concorddistanceclasic.com geoffweber@northeastrunningclub.org

6/7/2009 Troy Strawberry Festival 10K Classic Run Distance: 10K Location : Troy Memorial Stadium Contact : Phone : 937 216 3078 Fax : Website : www.gostrawberries.com Email : cctri62@aol.com Additional Info : race is on rolling country roads. Race is in conjunction with one of Ohio's biggest Festivals. We also have a 2K fun run. Longenberger baskets for top awards

06/07/2009 Race for the Place 5k and 1 mile Beachwood Mall, between Dillard's and Nordstrom OH The Gathering Place 216.595.9546 http://www.touchedbycancer.org/programs/race.asp info@touchedbycancer.org All proceeds from this event go to The Gathering Place, a local cancer support center, to help fund free services at The Gathering Place, including support groups, yoga, children’s programming, art therapy, cooking classes, lectures and more. Pre-registration is $20 for adults with race day registration at $25. Registration for children ages 6-12 is $10, teens ages 13-17 is $15 and children five and younger are free.

6/13/09 Paddy's Pig Run/Walk Distance: 10K 5K Location : Saint Patrick Church Contact : Mary Woolf Address : 425 E. Sandusky Ave. City : Bellefontaine State : OH Zip : 43311 Country : USA Phone : 937-599-2028 Fax : Website : www.catholicbellefontaine.org/paddys.htm Email : sewmary@yahoo.com Additional Info : The Paddy's Pig Run/Walk USA Track & Field Certified 10K - 5K Chip Timed Race Paddy's Piglet Run Grade K-5 Friday June 12th 6pm. Registration includes a great carb-loading Italian pasta dinner on Friday 5 -8 pm. Choose your race through beautiful Logan County.

06/13/2009 1st Annual 5K at the Pork Rind Heritage Festival 5K 123 North Walnut Harrod, OH 45850 OH www.RudolphFoods.com The annual Pork Rind Heritage Festival in Lima, Ohio is holding a 5K as part of its festivities. The 5K begins at 9:00 a.m. on June 13. Sign-in starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Harrod Fire Department with a 1K at 8:30 a.m. The event will be followed by a day of live entertainment including a Major League Pork Rind Eating Contest sponsored by Rudolph Foods, a raffle, chili cook-off, activities, games for kids and more! Visit www.RudolphFoods.com for more information.

6/13/2009 Louisville Area YMCA 10K and 2 Mile Run 10K and 2 Mile 1421 South Nickelplate Louisville, OH 44641 Ohio Arryn Slutz (330) 875-1611 www.ymcastark.org aslutz@ymcastark.org

6/14/2009 Yellow Springs Community Children's Center 5K Run for the Young. Distance: 5K Location : Meeting at Antioch Theatre in Yellow Springs State : Ohio Contact : Lorrie Sparrow Phone : 937-767-7236 Fax : Website : http://www.childrens-center.com/ Email : qowildfrontier@yahoo.com Additional Info : Come kick off the renowned Yellow Springs street fair with a 5K run to benefit the Yellow Springs Children's Center! Where: Antioch Theatre, Corry St. Yellow Springs Ohio When: Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. June 14th, 2008. Race begins at 7:30 a.m. How Much: $17.00 registration fee (can be taken day of race) How Far: 5K All proceeds benefit the Yellow Springs Community Children's Center. Yellow Springs Street Fair will begin at 9 a.m. so come run for a good cause and stay for the fun!

06/20/2009 5th Annual American Red Cross Clark County Chapter 5K Run 5K Nextedge Technology Park, 4505 E. National Rd., Springfield, OH 45505 Ohio James Wagner 937-399-3872 937-399-6111 www.clarkcountyohio.redcross.org jwagner@clarkcountyarc.org Registration begins at 7:45am. 8:00am a 1 mile family fun walk. 9:00 5-K Run/Walk with awards following.Check out our website at www.clarkcountyohio.redcross.org for additional info and to print out a flyer.

06/27/2009 Al "Buz" Anderson Memorial 5K Fun Run 5K and 1 Mile Walk Firestone Park, Spencer Ohio Joe Seneff 216-990-2473 brfullbackers.com jeseneff@aol.com

6/27/09 Feel the Burn 5k Distance: 5k Location : Oakwood Volunteer Fire Department 201 N. Sixth St., Oakwood, Ohio 45873 Phone : 419-594-3220 Fax : Website : Email : fuffinator@yahoo.com Additional Info : 5k run/walk to benefit the Oakwood Volunteer Fire Department. Awards given. Pre-register to secure a t-shirt by June 19th! Online Registration

07/02/2009 33rd Annual Worthington Hills Firecracker Trot 5K Worthington Hills Country Club Ohio Amy Weirick 614-848-8380 www.worthingtonhills.org The race starts at 7:30 p.m. (registration is from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.). Advanced registration: $10; Day of race: $15 (ages 10 and under free). Online registration available at www.premierraces.com

07/04/2009 Vandalia Freedom Run 5K Helke Park Ohio Stacie Whetstone 937-673-7173 937-898-7616 www.vandaliafreedomrun.org swhet@hotmail.com 5K - great flat course for running fast, good for walkers and strollers. Many age divisions, prizes available for overall winners in each division and then top 3 finishers per division; Zumba warmup session (weather permitting), ELECTRONIC TIMING this year! ; t-shirt and other extras included in registration fee - GREAT EVENT! Hope to see you all there.

07/04/09 The Big Bang 5K Fun Run and Walk 5K Prospect Ohio Brent Johnson 614-570-6227 http://www.elgin.k12.oh.us/elginhs/athletics/index.htm johnson_b@elgin.k12.oh.us 07/04/2009 The Big Bang 5k Fun Run and Walk – Prospect, Ohio. Contact Brent Johnson @ 614-570-6227 or Johnson_b@elgin.k12.oh.us. A nice 5k run on fast and flat roads along the Scioto River in Prospect Ohio. After race enjoy Prospect’s famous barbecue chicken, Lions Club Cheeseburgers, Kid games and rides and fireworks beginning at dusk. There will be awards for the top three in each group at 15 years, and over-all awards to the top three in both the women’s and men’s races. Pre-registration will be $15.00 and registration the day of race will be $20.00. Mail pre-registration to Brent Johnson 1239 Keener Rd South Marion, OH 43302. To register and get more specific information go to http://www.elgin.k12.oh.us/elginhs/athletics/index.htm and click on The Big Bang 5K Fun Run and Walk Registration Form

7/11/09 Pyma-Laker 5K Run/Walk & 1/2 Mile Kids' Fun Run 5K & 1/2 Mile Birch's Landing, Pymatuning State Park, Andover Ohio Shawna Bryan 440-293-4164 shawna.bryan@neomin.org Fast, mostly flat, and mostly shaded 5K course through scenic Pymatuning State Park in Andover, OH. $100 savings bond to top male & female overall in 5K. Running gear to top 3 age group finishers. Trophies to overall boy & girl, & top 3 in each age group in kids' race. Kids' race limited to 12 and under. Pizza, refreshments, goodie bag, t-shirt (first 140 registered), and door prize drawing to all participants. Kids' Run: $10. 5K: $12 pre-registered, $15 day of registration. Proceeds benefit Pymatuning Valley cross country teams and One World Running. We will be collecting old shoes for One World Running at the race.

07/11/2009 Vinton County Cross Country 5K Run/Walk 5K Old Vinton County High School 307 West High Street McArthur Ohio Josh Kirkpatrick 740-596-0175 http://vinton.k12.oh.us/sports/cc/5KReg2009.html jkirkpatrick@vinton.k12.oh.us Registration begins at 8:00 AM with the race starting at 9:00 AM. The entry fee is only $10. All who preregister by July 1 will receive a race t-shirt.

07/11/09 Prayers From Maria 5K Run/1 Mile Walk 5K Run/1 Mile Walk Hyland Software 28500 Clemens Rd, Westlake, Ohio 44145 Ohio Stephanie Waldron 440-933-4107 www.prayersfrommaria.org electricwaldron@yahoo.com The Prayers from Maria Children's Glioma Cancer Foundation is dedicated to funding global researchinto the causes, prevention, treatments &cure for childhood brain tumors known as gliomas. The run/walk also includes a raffle and many activities for children. Please join us for a fun-filled day for a great cause!

07/12/2009 The Mercer Health Celina Lakeshore triathlon/duathlon varies Celina Ohio Roger Bowersock 937-41-5772 www.rocketshipsports.com info@rocketshipsports.com The Mercer Health Celina Lakeshore triathlon/duathlon will take place on the shore of Grand lake St.Marys July 12. 800m open water swim, 22 mile ride around the lake, and 4 mile run along the lake. Duathlon 2 mile run, 22 mile ride, and 4 mile run Expo and kids races July 11 Vendors (including food) on race day. Lots of family facilities, BRING THE FAMILY

07/18/09 Bark At the Blues- 5K Walk/Jog with Your Dog 5 Kilometer Blues Creek Preserve-----9627 Fontanelle Road, Ostrander Ohio 43061 Saundra McBrearty 740 524-8600, ext. 6 740 524-8200 www.preservationparks.com saundras@preservationparks.com Bark At the Blues- 5K Walk/Jog with Your Dog is a fundraiser benefiting Preservation Parks of Delaware County, Delaware Humane Society, and various animal rescue groups. The event will feature a 5K run at 8:00am, a racewalk at 8:15am, and Family Fun Walk at 9:00am. Advance registration is $20. Socialized, leashed dogs are welcome to participate! Visit www.preservationparks.com to register

07/18/2009 Granville Irish Festival 1/2 Marathon and 5 Mile Challenge 1/2 Marathon and 5 Miler Cherry St and Broadway St, Granville Ohio tym tyler 614 563 3434 www.tacosports.org tymtyler@hotmail.com A nice fast 13.1 and 5 mile race in Granville, Ohio at the Granville Irish Festival. Awards for age groups, and over-all, beer tickets, tee-shirts, food, music, and fun

07/18/2009 Dr. Bender Cross Country Classic 1.5k elementary age race, 2 mile middle school age race, Open 5K Canal Winchester High School, 300 Washington St., Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110 Ohio Doug Williard 614-837-2006 http://www.geocities.com/cwcrosscountry/ dwilliard@wowway.com The Canal Winchester Indians Cross Country Boosters are holding three cross country races the morning of Saturday, July 18th. Starting at 8 a.m. there will be a 1.5K (approximately 1 mile) race for elementary age runners. This will be followed at 8:30 a.m. with a 2 mile race for middle school age runners. The final race of the day will be a 5K Open race for runners of all ages starting at 9 a.m. The races will be conducted on the CWHS cross country course located at Canal Winchester High School, 300 Washington Street, Canal Winchester. Refreshments at the end. T-shirts to first 250 entrants. Awards to top 3 M/F overall & age group finishers. $15 individual or $35 family entry fees by July 4th. After July 4th, $20 individual or $50 family entry fees. Go to www.geocities.com/cwcrosscountry/ for race and registration information.

07/18/2009 Troy Classic on the Square one mile critirium Downtown Troy, Ohio Ohio Bruce Eliason 937-339-0643 www.troyclassic.com kareneliason@yahoo.com The Troy Classic on the Square features eight category races. A Master’s 40+/50+/60+, Juniors 12/-14/-16/-18, Men’s category 3-4, Men’s 5, Community Laps, Women’s, Kids, and Men’s Pro/1/2/3.

07/18/2009 Forest Hill Thunder Run 5K (solo and relay) Forest Hill Park - Cleveland Heights, OH OH Jim Roosa 216-789-5357 216-393-0000 www.thunderrun.org info@thunderrun.org

07/18/09 Friends of the Park 5K Walk/Run 3.1 miles South Central Park 7307 Avon Belden Rd , North Ridgeville Ohio Missy 440-353-0880 jnrogers93@yahoo.com This event is a fundraiser for two SeniorGirl Scouts earning their Gold Award. They are raising money to put in a 2 mile walking/running path in their local Park, South Central Park in North Ridgeville. The cost is $15.00 and includes a t-shirt. All proceeds go to their project.Any questions can be emailed to Morgan and Caitlyn at jn rogers93@yahoo.com The City of North Ridgeville website under Parks and Recs dept has a registration form you can download and mail in. Thanks for your support!

07/19/2009 The Johnnycake Jog 5 Miles Painesville Fairgrounds Ohio Brian McCloskey 440-954-7187 www.johnnycakejog.com webmaster@johnnycakejog.com The race started in 1977 with 437 entrants and had the largest turnout in 1991 with 1728 . The course is one of the main reasons for the Jog's notoriety. It is generally considered to be flat, fast and accurate. National age-group, as well as hundreds of personal records, have been set on its friendly confines. Conversely the Jog can be one tough lady and it is prudent to accord the course the respect she deserves. Proceeds from the race will be donated to The News-Herald's Newspaper in Education program throughout Lake,Geauga,Ashtabula and portions of Cuyahoga counties. Your donation provides newspapers for the classrooms.

07/25/2009 Tigertown 5000 Road Race 5K Liberty Center High School Ohio Doug Desgrange 419-533-5838 desgrunner@yahoo.com Northwest Ohio's Fastest Growing 5K!... Ultimate door prize giveaways (over "200" in 2008)... Fast course with (3) water stops... National sponsors Mizuno USA, Anhueser Busch & Panera Bread Company... Great post party food & refreshments... Awards ceremony in air conditioning... Great family activity!... race limited to the first "1000" entrants... EMAIL for additional information

8/04/2009 Pace for Prevention 5K 5K Shawnee Township Fire Department, 2526 Fort Amanda Road, Lima Ohio Ron Lederman 419-371-3529 ronledermanjr@aol.com Race raises money for child-abuse prevention efforts of Lima Exchange Club. Flat course. Registration is $10 day of race, $8 in advance. Medals for top three male/female runners, and top three male/female in 12 age divisions.

08/08/09 Galion Center YMCA 5K Run and Fun Walk 5K Run 1/2 mile Fun Walk Galion Center YMCA, Galion OH Holly Eckert 419-468-7754 419-468-4738 eckert@galioncenterymca.org Pre-registration is $12.00 for 5K run and $5.00 for 1/2 mile kids fun walk. The deadline for pre-registration is August 3rd. Race day registration is $15.00. T-shirts to all pre-registered participants. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. on August 8th. Race begins at 8:30 a.m.

08/08/2009 Coshocton Firefighters "5K for MDA" 5K Coshocton Ohio Steve Wilson 740-622-2555 740-622-3144 www.coshoctonfire.org swilson@coshoctonfire.org About This Event This 5K Run/Walk is a benefit to raise awareness for Muscular Dystrophy Association. The MDA is a voluntary health agency- a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans. MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and – far reaching professional and public health education. Registration Location and Entry Fee Pre-registration fee $20.00, Race day registration fee $25.00. Registration table will be at the gazebo on the court square lawn. Donations to the MDA greatly appreciated. Please make checks payable to Coshocton Firefighters Local 216 5K. No refunds will be issued; money will be donated to the MDA. Race Course Race to be held on the streets of Coshocton with some rolling hills. Race route will be clearly marked. Race time will be approximately 8:30 a.m. Awards Free T-Shirt to the first 75 applicants. Awards will be given to the top finishers of each age group. All participants are eligible for door prizes

8/15/2009 Summer Scurry 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Kids Run Independence Oh Center of Town Ohio Lisa DiGeronimo 216-446-3520 http://ennect.com/e644/p4435.aspx ldigeronimo@indexc.com Join us for a day of summer fun and fundraising for cancer research! The Main Event: 10K Race - 8:00 a.m. 5K Walk/Run - 8:00 a.m. 1 Mile Kids Fun Run - 9:00 a.m. Not Your Average Race: The Summer Scurry course is much more than 6.2 miles of meandering through the city of Independence - all along the course you will encounter our version of summer fun - sprinklers, water toys, icee pops - you can even slip n' slide your way through the finish line (optional of course). After you scurry through the race course you can take part in family activities & entertainment, visit our local corporate sponsors, partake of some summer treats, and test your luck with our raffles!

8/16/2009 Greater Alliance Carnation Triathlon and Duathlon 1k swim or 3k run, 40 mile bike, 10k run Alliance Ohio Jennie Slimon 330-823-1930 jslimon@afymca.org

08/22/2009 The 5th Annual Panerathon 5K benefiting the Children's Hunger Alliance 5K The race will begin at 3278 Tremont Rd. in Columbus OHIO 614-431-9134 www.panera-ohio.com info@premierraces.com The Panerathon is a 5K race that benefits the Children's Hunger Alliance. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate. Participants will receive a t-shirt and race bag filled with gifts and goodies from Panera Bread. For more information visit www.panera-ohio.com

8/22/2009 Corn City Festival 5k 5k & 1k fun run Deshler Park, Deshler OH David Parry 419-274-3284 dparry@embarqmail.com This is a family friendly 5k and 1k fun run. Less than 100 participants expected, many awards. All 1k participants recieve an award. The course is a single loop, flat and fast. Breakfast and door prizes after the race.

8/22/2009 5K Boy Scout Run & 2 mile Scoutmaster Stroll 5k & 2 mile off road Seven Ranges Scout Reservation, 7070 Meter Road NE, Kensington, OH 44427 Ohio Jack Smith 330 209 8840 www.buckeyecouncil.org/5k_2mile.htm ; www.signmeup.com/63307 wetsmith@gmail.com Open to all! Parking & assembly area is located at the camp’s main parking lot on Meter Road. This is an off-road race utilizing compacted dirt roadways with some areas lightly graveled and mulched. The course will wind runners through a beautiful tour of our summer camp home. The 2mile course is family and stroller friendly. Proceeds go to maintenance and improvement of camp facilities. Awards will be limited to the 5K runners for the top overall male & female finishers, plus the top male & female place in each age group. Age groups are: 13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over. A special award will be given to the top finishing registered male and female registered Scouter (please bring your membership card!). 5K: Individual fee is $18; after 8/15/09 is $20. Group up to 4 is $54; after 8/15/09 is $68. 2mile: Individual fee is $10; after 8/15/09 is $13. Group up to 4 is $30; after 8/15/09 is $40. Registration & Packet Pick-up: Friday 8/21 6:00pm-8:00pm & Saturday 8/22 6:30am-9:00am 5K starts: 9:00am 2mile starts: 9:45am Awards presentation: 10:30am Donations Monetary, gift cards, and other items to be used for awards and silent auction over the race entry fees are not only greatly welcomed but also tax deductible. Gift receipts can be provided for tax purposes upon request. Please contact Jack Smith at 330-209-8840 or wetsmith@gmail.com to discuss the many ways your donations will be appreciated.

9/5/2009 Run For Your Life 5k, 10k SOMC LIFE Center, Portsmouth OH Jim Kolar 740.356.7566 740-356-6102 http://www.somc.org/life/r4yl/ kolarj@somc.org

09/05/2009 Ken Keener Classic 5-K 5-K Millersport OH Ken Keener 740-246-6101 http://www.sweetcornfest.com/SCF5Krun.html k66_k66@hotmail.com This annual event is always held the Saturday of the festival at 9:00AM. Please make sure to fill out an entry form to enter in next years race. You will find youself on a beautiful 5-k source that begins at the Millersport Sweet Corn Festival grounds, follows the south shore of Buckeye Lake and returns for a crowd packed finish near the start line. For an entry form us the following link: http://www.sweetcornfest.com/5K/Application.pdf

09/07/2009 Alliance Rotary Castle Run 10k, 2 mile, kids fun run Alliance Ohio Randy Crawford 330-821-4309 Ohiochallengeseries.com annacrawford@sbcglobal.net The Castle Run has a fast, flat 2 mile route and a challenging 10k route. It is well staffed with veteran race volunteers to direct you on the route and make your race day an enjoyable one. The free kids fun run is of age appropriate distances from 50 to 200 meters and will begin at 8:30 A.M. Wicking t-shirts wicking t-shirts will be given to all pre-registered 2 mile and 10k runners.

9/12/2009 YMCA / Kalida Pioneer Days 5K & Family Fun Run 5k Kalida High School Ohio Carla Niese 419-348-0073 crazycarla5@yahoo.com please email for a registration form

09/20/2009 The 2nd Annual Panerathon 5K benefiting the Freestone Foodbank 5K 3806 Paxton Drive at Hyde Park in Cincinnati OHIO 614-431-9134 www.panera-ohio.com info@premierraces.com The Panerathon is a 5K race that benefits the Children's Hunger Alliance. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate. Participants will receive a t-shirt and race bag filled with gifts and goodies from Panera Bread. For more information visit www.panera-ohio.com

09/26/2009 ROAD RUNNER Akron Marathon Marathon, Half & Team Relay Akron Ohio Carrie Washnock 1-877-375-2RUN (2786) 330-375-2248 www.akronmarathon.org info@akronmarathon.org Friday, September 25, 2009 The University of Akron Health & Fitness Expo 11:00 am – 9:00 pm John S. Knight Center • Free event & open to the public • Featuring more than 80-exhibitor booths • Final race registration & packet pick-up • Official race merchandise sales featuring Brooks licensed apparel Saturday, September 26, 2009 Road Runner Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relays 7:00 am – Start: 177 S. Broadway St. / Finish: Canal Park Stadium Races include: • Marathon • Half Marathon • 5-Person Team Relays Post Race Awards & Entertainment 8:30 am - 2:00 pm inside Canal Park Stadium • Open to the Public • Real-time tracking of runners for family and friends • Brouse Cup presentation • Live Concert • Finishers Victory Party presented by Michelob Ultra Kids Fun Run 9:00 am – Start: Spaghetti Warehouse Restaurant / Finish: Lock 3 • Free event • Open to children 14 years of age and under • All runners receive t-shirt, medallion and goodie bag

09/27/2009 Sippo Valley Rail Run 5K & 10K Massillon Recreation Center, Massillon Ohio Jessica Quirk 330-832-1621 www.signmeup.com/64482 jquirk@massillonohio.com

10/10/2009 Bowman Cup 5k Race for Ability 5k KSU Student Recreation and Wellness Center OH Jason Hawk 330-672-4732 330-672-4272 http://www.recservices.kent.edu lkujawa@kent.edu Join us for the 9th Annual Bowman Cup 5k Race on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009. The race, named after former Kent State University (KSU) President, Dr. George Bowman, will be held at 8:30 a.m., following the second annual 1-Mile Walk & Roll that is to begin at 8 a.m. For the second year in a row, the 2009 Bowman Cup stands as the “Race for Ability,” aimed at encouraging people of ALL ability levels to participate. The Department of Recreational Services and Student Accessibility Services have again joined forces this year to ensure that individuals with disabilities have the resources they need to compete with everyone else.

10/11/2009 Oak Harbor Apple Festival Apple Run 5k for adults and 1 mile for kids Oak Harbor Junior High Ohio Laurene Moore/Valerie Hughes 419-898-0479 419-898-2429 www.oakharborohio.net chamber@oakharborohio.net

10/17/2009 OhioOutside.com Trail Series 5 miles Monroe Falls Metro Park, Monroe Falls Ohio http://www.ohiooutside.com/trail-series/index.html info@ohiooutside.com A 98% off road trail course that encompasses two loops of Monroe Falls Metro Park. Each loops contains hiking trails, rolling hills on a scenic 2.5 mile loop. A great course for the beginner trail runner to the experienced. Great prizes, fun course and more. Do all 3 races to be eligible for overall series awards. Race Dates: 10-17 | 11-14 | 12-12

10/25/09 Racing for Recovery Halloween 5k. 10k run Sylvania OH. Running 5k - 10k Run www.3disciplines.com

11/04/06 Run for Shelter 5K and 1 Mile Cleveland Ohio Hermes Sports and Events 216-623-9933 www.hermescleveland.com info2@hermescleveland.com

11/14/2009 OhioOutside.com Trail Series #2 5 miles Monroe Falls Metro Park, Monroe Falls Ohio http://www.ohiooutside.com/trail-series/index.html info@ohiooutside.com A 98% off road trail course that encompasses two loops of Monroe Falls Metro Park. Each loops contains hiking trails, rolling hills on a scenic 2.5 mile loop. A great course for the beginner trail runner to the experienced. Great prizes, fun course and more. Do all 3 races to be eligible for overall series awards. Race Dates: 10-17 | 11-14 | 12-12

12/12/2009 OhioOutside.com Trail Series #3 5 miles Monroe Falls Metro Park, Monroe Falls Ohio http://www.ohiooutside.com/trail-series/index.html info@ohiooutside.com A 98% off road trail course that encompasses two loops of Monroe Falls Metro Park. Each loops contains hiking trails, rolling hills on a scenic 2.5 mile loop. A great course for the beginner trail runner to the experienced. Great prizes, fun course and more. Do all 3 races to be eligible for overall series awards. Race Dates: 10-17 | 11-14 | 12-12

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