The 5K Race is On!

Run, walk or skip to the Newstead neighborhood for Saturday's 5K race and Kids' run. Now in its eighth year, the race benefits The Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood formerly known as the South Orange-Maplewood Education Foundation (SOMEF). 

Certified by Compuscore, this year the race is also eligible for 400 USATF-NJ Grand Prix points.

"It's fun to see the quiet neighborhood streets of Newstead transformed into a fun-filled event for families and friends," said Race Founder Helen Dubowy.  "The race has grown since it was adopted as an annual event by the Achieve Foundation.  Their board and volunteer committee get involved with every aspect of the planning.  People start coming up to me in July asking what color this year's t-shirts will be – it has become a much anticipated community race."

Runners, walkers and school age "fun runners" are invited.  Entry fees are $25.  This year's race will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the South Mountain Annex, 112 Glenview Rd. South Orange, NJ

Schedule:

• 8:00 am – registration opens
• 9:00 am – 5K and 2 mile walk begin
• 9:45 am – kids' fun run
• 10:00 am – awards and prizes
• Kids' fun run is free!

*Registration includes a t-shirt while supplies last (t-shirts guaranteed at pre-race packet pickup)

Packet pickup for 5K at Sneaker Factory, 308 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ on 9/23/10 and 9/24/10 or at the race on race day.