Coopersburg 5K Run and Farmer's Market Kickoff

On your mark, get set.....GO!

The takes off Saturday May 28 and it's sure to be a race to remember. This year's event will once again include a Health and Wellness Expo. 50% of the funds raised go to the local chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which serves the greater Lehigh Valley.

Runners are expected to start arriving in the borough as early as 6:45am and streets will be blocked off by 7:45am. Lineup for the race is at 8am.

In conjunction with the race, the will kick off its 2nd year. This year, organizer Wendy Sinko was granted a to expand the farmer's market space, making room for additional vendors.

The market will regularly run Thursdays till October 6 from 3:30 till 7pm.

Race organizers are still looking for volunteers to help with the Saturday event. If you are interested in helping, you can contact Race Director: Jennifer Wescoe-Schaninger at 484-553-6340 or email her at jwschaninger@hotmail.com.

What: Coopersburg 5K Run & Kids' Fun Run, Coopersburg Farmer's Market, and the

When: Saturday May 28 6:45am till 11am (close of the market)

Where: The race begins near on Main St. and ends in the parking lot of.