East Chicago is hosting our 5th Annual 5k Run/Walk Saturday, October 26, 2013.
We are encouraging residents to show support to the runners and walkers that will be trekking through your neighborhoods beginning at 9:00 a.m. The 3.1 mile run/walk should last no longer than 2 hours.
The course is flat and fast, with start and finish at Block Jr. High. 1st mile loops through residential area of Sunny Side. 2nd and 3rd mile loop through St. Catherine Hospital Campus and Prairie Park community. The finish is a 200 meter straight-a-way.
Last year, runners and walkers from all over Northwest Indiana visited our city as they participated in our event and many were very impressed with our neighborhood support and enthusiasm. Many neighbors went outside to greet and cheer them on. I hope that many of you take the opportunity to do the same this year. Our goodwill goes along way.
If you would like to participate in this years race, you can pick up a race form at the Parks & Recreation Office at 1615 E. 142nd Street East Chicago, IN 46312 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. There is an early registration fee of $18 with a goodie bag and T-shirt available to those who register by Friday, October 11th. Registration fee after the deadline is $22 with T-shirt while supplies last.
Registration & packet pick up begins at 7:00 a.m. and will take place at Block Junior High School, 2700 Cardinal Drive, East Chicago, IN.
For more information call Fran Nowacki at 219-391-8476 or visit www.eastchicago.com to download a race form.