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3/12/07 Stroller Strides, South Mills, Grand Opening Hwy 17 Rest Area North Carolina Korene Dover 1-888-288-4401 1-888-288-4401 www.strollerstrides.net/southmills korenedover@strollerstrides.net Stroller Strides is the country's largest fitness program for new moms. Classes offer a stroller workout that combines Power Walking and intervals of body toning, using the stroller, the environment and exercise tubing. Join our Grand Opening Party, March 12, 2007! Free class, raffles, refreshments, face painting and more!
03/17/07 Leprechaun Leap 5K-City of Lenoir's GreenDay on The GreenWay Distance: 5K Location : WBS Aquatic & Fitness Center Contact : Meleah Mikeal Address : 1031 Jim Barger Court City : Lenoir State : NC Zip : 28645 Country : US Phone : 8287572196 Fax : 7591676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com Email : kblankenship@ci.lenoir.nc.us
3/24/07 Great Human Race 5k Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Durham, North Carolina North Carolina Tammy Dorfman 919-688-8977 www.greathumanrace.org tammy@thevolunteercenter.org The 12th Annual Great Human Race sponsored by the Volunteer Center of Durham will be held Saturday, March 24, 2007. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15am, 5k run at 9:30 am, 5k community walk at 9:35 am. This event supports more that 65 nonprofit agencies in the Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill area. Please visit www.greathumanrace.org for more information, or active.com to register.
3/24/07 Kidney Kare 5k Run/Walk 5k Chapel Hill NC Suzie Hosman 919-966-2561 x 311 919-966-4251 www.unckidneycenter.org suzie_hosman@med.unc.edu The Kidney Kare 5k Run/Walk raises money and awareness in support of the UNC Kidney Center's "Kidney Educational Outreach Program" (KEOP). KEOP provides free screenings in the communities across the state of North Carolina and reminds people to ask "Hey Doc, How are my kidneys?" 100% of your registration fee is tax deductible.
4/7/07 UNC SWEAT 5K Run/Walk for Sustainability 5K Chapel Hill North Carolina Brian Sykora 919-426-3644 http://www.uncsweat.org sykora.b@gmail.com register now and save $2 on www.uncsweat.org
4/28/07 News Leader Reader Run 5k Princeton NC Kelly Merrill tachee@gmail.com The race will benefit the Princeton Public Library. Registration will be available soon via the News Leader website: www.princetonleadernow.com . If you are interested in running, volunteering, or sponsoring the race, please contact Kelly by email. The race will include t-shirts for those who register early, refreshments, and prizes.
5/5/07 the davidson dash 5k davidson community college n.c. barbara hogan 336-859-4269 www.dcef.net 100k, 50k, 25k bike ride 5k walk/run registration 8:30am race starts 9:30a.m rain or shine
5/12/2007 GBS 5K 5K Morrison Development at Corner of Sharon and Colony Roads in Charlotte NC Charlotte Running Company 7043778786 http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1431939 info@charlotterunningco.com Includes awards and a great Post Party. 5K run, 5K walk and The Miracle Mile. Proceeds to benefit the GBS/CIDP International Foundation.
5/19/07 Spring Sprint 5K Fun Run & 3K Walk 5K Run/3K Walk Waterfront Park in Elizabeth City, North Carolina North Carolina Letitia Evans 252-267-4573 www.active.com springsprint5k@yahoo.com Registration is $20 before May 14; $25 after May 14.
5/19/07 Headed to College Race 8 K, 5K, and 1 mile fun run Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro North Carolina Sherrie Pavlansky 336-651-7830 336-651-7833 www.cisnc.org/wilkes sherriecis@yahoo.com Wonderful location with a beautiful race route. Live music, Great food, super door prizes, iced rag at finish line and more! Benefits the New Century Scholars Program providing College Scholarships to needy students in the 6th grade.
05/20/2007 Biltmore Estate/Kiwanis 15K/5K Classic – 10th Anniversary 15K/5K Biltmore Estate, Asheville NC Ned Cabanis 828-628-0061 www.main.nc.us/kiwanisca/race07.htm buned@main.nc.us Sun 5/20/07 7:15 am Biltmore Estate/Kiwanis 15K/5K Classic – 10th Anniversary ~ 5k and 15k races run entirely on beautiful Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC ~ http://main.nc.us/kiwanisca for further details ~ Online registration available thru Active.com ~ For additional information please contact: buned@main.nc.us.
5/26/2007 Night of the Ninja 5K Asheville Brewing Co. 77 Coxe Ave., Asheville NC Leigh Rangel 828-808-0760 828-236-3140 ashevillepizza.com ninja5krace@gmail.com All proceeds will benefit the Asheville Humane Society. Entry forms may be downloaded from out website or picked up at Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co. , 675 Merrimon Ave. or Coxe Avenue 77 Coxe Avenue, or Jus' Running on Merrimon Avenue.
6/1/07 The Chamber Challenge 5K 5K Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, 36 Montford Ave. Asheville North Carolina Lauren Williams (828) 258-6130 (828) 251-0926 www.ashevillechamber.org lwilliams@ashevillechamber.org Dixon Hughes presents the inaugural Chamber Challenge 5K June 1 at 4:30 p.m. The race is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses. Teams of 4 men, 4 women, or 2 men and 2 women are encouraged. Individual runners are also welcome. The course winds through the Historic Montford neighborhood.
6/2/2007 Sword and Shield/Victory over Violence 5K Run Walk 5K Dean Porter Park, Brownsville, Texas Texas Cynthia Maldonado 956-544-0849 Ext. 449 956-544-0869 cmaldonado@co.cameron.tx.us All Proceeds will go to benefit victims of Domestic Violence.
6/2/07 The Human Race 5K Waynesville Middle School - Waynesville North Carolina Elaine Kuhl 828-456-6456 http://www.mountainprojects.com ekuhl@mountainprojects.com A flat, fast course where a PR is a definate possibility. Overall, masters and age group awards. $20 before June 2, $25 day of race. Race begins and ends at Waynesville Middle School, 495 Brown Avenue. Proceeds benefit the Haywood-Jackson Volunteer Center
6/30/2007 Flat Out 5k and 1-mile Fun Run 5k and 1-mile Greenville, NC Town Commons North Carolina Claire Blum or Emily Blum 252-353-6030 or 252-758-0303 www.flatout5k.com flatout5k@gmail.com

 

       
07/04/07 2007 Firecracker 10k, 5k, and 1 Mile Fun Run 10k, 5k, 1 mile fun run Mulberry Rec Center Lenoir nc Kelley Blankenship 8287572196 8287591676 klblankenship@ci.lenoir.nc.us
7/21/07 Folkmoot 5K and Children's Fun Run 3.1 Miles Waynesville NC Whitney Cooper 828-452-2997 828-452-5762 http://www.folkmootusa.org info@folkmoot.com Folkmoot USA is hosting its 2nd Annual 5K run this year! The race starts July 21st, 2007 at 8 am and is hosted by Folkmoot USA and Waynesville Parks and Rec. Also added for the first time, the Folkmoot 5K will host a Kid’s Fun Run (1/2 Mile race for 8 and under and 1 mile race for 9-15). Entry is $15 for adults, which includes the cost of participation and t-shirts for all runners, and entry forms may be found on our website at www.folkmootusa.org under our “What’s New” section. Prizes will be given to the 5K top runners, and all children that participate in the Kid’s Fun Run will receive medals this year.
7/28/07 Take Pride in Your Hide 5k XC Run & Walk (CLOTHING OPTIONAL-MUST BE 18+) Distance: 5k Date: July 28, 2007 Time: 9:00 AM Place: Bar-S-Ranch, 313 Bar-S-Trail (HWY 158), Reidsville, North Carolina Phone: (704) 880-4561 for Race Director Sue Butts E-mail: takepride5k@aol.com Web page: www.queencitytiming.com/race_pages/Takeprideinyourhide.htm On-line Registration: www.activezach.com New Finish line this year at the seventh running, using Champion Chip Timing technology, by Queen City Timing Services. Chip will be worn on your shoe & turned in at the finish line or you will be charged $30. Please bring a towel to sit upon ( proper etiquette at a nudist resort). You may bring a significant other. "Great" T-shirts (first 150 guaranteed). Unique prizes, awards, food & refreshments, kegs of Budweiser beer. Runners/Walkers & their guest may enjoy the Bar-S for the day until 6 PM. A nude/non-nude photo will be taken to commemorate the event & may be purchased for $10, to be paid on race day, do not include with entry. The race is ran on the Bar-S trails in a safe & secure environment , no spectators allowed. Enjoy running/walking "Naturally" or "clothed" on the exciting 5k XC trail through the cool woods. No personal cameras, camera phones, drugs or firearms allowed, they will be confiscated! We will also be celebrating "Take Pride in Your Hide" Day. Planned as of this printing: Kayaks & canoes on Lake Wanda, body-painting, cow chip golf & frisbee games, massages, bread tasting, games of volleyball or just relaxing by or in the swimming pool, hot tub or sauna, "au naturel", and please FYI, bring some money along to take advantage of the bargains at the booths. Also, more exciting things to come. Please join in or just do nothing but "Take Pride in Your Hide" and de-stress, NATURALLY & enjoy the day.
8/11/07 Bare Hare Sprint Triathlon 500 meter lake swim, 20k mtn. bike, 5k trail run Bar-S-Ranch Nudist Resort North Carolina Sue Butts 704-880-4561 www.queencitytiming.com/race_pages/bare_hare_sprint_tri.htm bareharesprint@aol.com Come Tri and be among the first for this unique "NEWD" experience of the first ever Clothing Optional-Must be 18+ triathlon done in the USA, perhaps the world! Hosting this sprint tri is the Bar-S, www.bar-s-ranch.com
08/18/2007 Red Cross RUN FOR THE RED 10K/5KAND 1MILE FUN WALK DOWNTOWN FAYETTEVILLE, NC 101 ROBESON STREET NORTH CAROLINA RED CROSS HIGHLANDS CHAPTER 910-867-8151 WWW.HIGHLANDSARC.ORG redcrosshighlandschapter@yahoo.com Welcome to the Red Cross Highlands First RUN FOR THE RED 10K/5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk. The Proceeds of this event will go to benefit the Red Cross Youth Corp and the Disaster Relief Program. We need all the participants that can support us on this worthy cause. Thanks Jose Reyes Race Director
8/18/07 First Red Cross Highlands Chapter "Run for the Red" 10K/5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk in downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina. Fees: Adults - $20 until Aug. 4th, $25 thereafter Ages 13 to 18 - $15 until Aug. 4th, $25 thereafter Ages 12 & Under - Free Online Reg. Closes: August 04, 2007 09:00 PM Pacific Time The Red Cross Highlands Chapter is a non-profit organization supported by local donations. Welcome to the First Annual “Run For The Red” 10K/5K/1 Mile Fun Walk sponsored by the Red Cross Highlands Chapter. The proceeds from this race are going to support the Local Red Cross Youth Group and the Disaster Relief Program. Starting Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10K, 7:40 a.m. – 5K, 7:50 a.m. – 1 Mile Fun Walk Entry Fees: $20.00 Advanced Registration (Must be postmarked on or before August 4th, 2007). $25.00 Late Registration, $15.00 Ages 13-18, FREE Ages 12 & Under. Late Registration will be until 5:00 p.m. August 17th, 2007 at the Local Red Cross Highlands Chapter 807 Carol Street Fayetteville, NC 28303. Also the morning of the event at the race site until 7:00 a.m. Certified Course: The starting point of this USA Track & Field certified route is across from the Airborne & Special Operations Museum in downtown Fayetteville, NC. Awards for 10K/5K Crossroads Race: Top three male and female runners overall and the following age groups:19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & Over. Prizes will also be awarded to the top three (3) wheelchair entrants and to some walkers. Awards will also be given to the school that has the largest participation. Packet pickup will be at the Local Red Cross Highlands Chapter at 807 Carol Street Fayetteville, NC 28303. (910) 867-8151 POC: Fran Gort between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday starting August 4th, 2007. You will also be able to pick them up day of the race. T-shirts to the first 200 participants to register by July 30th, 2007. Extra t-shirts will be available for $5.00 on the day of the race. Sizes: S, M, L, XL. For More Information:POC: Fran Gort; Call (910) 867-8151 Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
8/25/07 Hot Summer Day 5K 5K Methodist University NC Stephanie Levan (919)-818-2798 www..methodist.edu/5k.pdf hotsummerday5k@yahoo.com This event is held by the Methodist University Physician Assistant Program Class of 2008. The proceeds will help us to further our education, by funding support for the 2008 AAPA meeting, and to the Free Health Clinic here in Fayetteville, NC. If you would like to participate or make a donation, please contact us
09/01/2007 2007 City of Lenoir 7th Annual Triathlon Triathlon LAFC Lenoir nc Kelley Blankenship 8287572196 8287591676 klblankenship@ci.lenoir.nc.us
09/08/07 Chimney Rock Park's Race to the Rock (part of the Hickory Nut Gorge Olympiad) 5K Chimney Rock Park North Carolina Hickory Nut Gorge Olympiad 828-429-9011 www.hickorynutolympiad.com Managed by Race Day Events, this 5K bike or run takes you from scenic Chimney Rock Village up the Park's entrance road to the bottom of 535 million year old Chimney Rock. Averages 7% uphill grade. Take the Challenge!
9/08//07 Run For Life 5K, 1 mile fun run SAS Soccer Park - 201 Soccer Park Drive - Cary, NC 27511 NC Mary Angelini 919-274-1449 www.raleighrunforlife.org maryangelini@nc.rr.com The 13th Annual Run4Life will benefit Birthchoice, a non profit pregnancy counseling service. It will be held at SAS soccer park, Cary NC, on Saturday September 8th, 2007. A 1 mile fun run begins at 8:30 a.m. and the 5k (3.1 mile) race starts at 9 a.m. Come join the fun and bring the kids; fun for all ages.
9/8/07 Run for the Kids Chapel Hill Run for the Kids Chapel Hill: September 8, 2007 at the UNC Cross Country Course off Old Mason Farm Road Time 9:00 AM 5K 10:00 AM 1-mile Entry Fee $25 5K Run & Walk Registration $25 1-Mile Run & Walk Registration Kids 12 and under can participate in the Family 1-Mile Run & Walk free with a registered adult *All Registered participants receive a t-shirt! Register on line at http://childrensfundnc.org/funrun/chapelhill.html
9/8/07 The Western NC Run/Walk for Autism 5K, 1-Mile, Walk Lite, Tot Trot Deerfields, just south of Asheville NC Katie Wills 828-236-1547 http://www.autismsociety-nc.org/html/wnc_run_for_autism.html lewisandkatie@charter.net The Western NC Run/Walk for Autism will be held on September 8, 2007 at Deerfields, just south of Asheville. This event benefits the programs of the Autism Society of North Carolina. The WNC Run/Walk for Autism is a trail run that includes a 5K race, 1-Mile Fun Run, a Walk Lite and Tot Trot. To register on-line or for more information please visit our website at http://www.autismsociety-nc.org/html/wnc_run_for_autism.html and click on the WNC Run for Autism link, or contact Katie Wills at lewisandkatie@charter.net or 828-236-1547.
9/15/07 Asheville Citizen-Times Half Marathon & 5K Location: Asheville, NC Distance: Half Marathon (13.1 mi) and 5K Date: Saturday, September 15, 2007 Start Time: 8:00 a.m. for both races Contact:For more information visit http://www.citizen-times.com/race or email Greg Duff at greg@gloryhoundevents.com. Asheville Citizen-Times’ Half-Marathon, 5K and WNC PARENT one-mile Fun Run, now in its 8th year, attracts runners of all ages from Asheville, Western North Carolina and the Southeast. Voted as “one of the top best marathons in the Southeast” by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, this event appeals to elite runners, the weekend warrior, and families because of the challenging courses and allure of beautiful Asheville’s shopping, dining and outdoor attractions. The 8th Annual Asheville Citizen-Times Half Marathon, 5K and WNC Parent Fun Run is presented in partnership with ABCCM (Asheville-Buncombe Community Christian Ministry. Proceeds from the event benefit the Lend-A-Hand Foundation and the Medical Ministry, a partnership between ABCCM and Mission Hospitals.
09/22/07 WATERWAY 5K RUN/WALK OF ELIZABETH CITY 5K And 1 MILE FUN RUN DOWNTOWN ELIZABETH CITY, NC ALONG THE PASQUOTANK RIVER NORTH CAROLINA KBOWMAN@WATERWAY5K.ORG 252-384-4946 252-384-4425 WWW.WATERWAY5K.ORG KBOWMAN@WATERWAY5K.ORG this is the 3rd annual WATERWAY5K RUN/WALK OF ELIZABETH CITY, NC. Over 300 participants came out last year for an easy run along the beautiful PASQUOTANK RIVER; loads of fun, games for children and live entertainment. PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE ALBEMARLE HOSPITAL free MAMMOGRAM PROGRAM. 5K starts at 9AM sharp and 1 mile starts At 9:45AM. cost is $20 until September 20TH and $25 after. ten dollars for the 1 mile fun run. Both events are times. The 5K will be chip times and USAT&F certified. Free Race T-Shirt to first 400 participants
10/6/07 4th Annual Ahoskie Heritage Day 5K Run 5K Ahoskie, NC North Carolina Russell Allen 252-209-3079 252-209-3076 www.viquestwellness.com rdallen@uhseast.com Title: 4th Annual Ahoskie Heritage Day 5K Run When: October 6, 2007 Race Time: 10:00 am Registration: 9:00 Certification #: NC-07034-PH Contact: Russell Allen 252-209-3079 or rdallen@uhseast.com Cost: $10 before Sept 21 $15 after Sept 21
10/6/07 Selma Railroad Run Saturday, October 6, 2007 8:00 AM 201 North Webb Street Selma , NC 30th Selma Railroad Run This 5k Run is the oldest continuous road race in Johnston County and possibly in North Carolina. The Railroad Run is open to all men and women interested in racing this flat and fast course. This USATF sanctioned race begins promptly at 8 am at the intersection of Webb and Waddell Streets. Registration fee is $15 or $20, if received after October 3rd and includes a t-shirt and runner's bag. Awards are presented for overall and age groups place winners in the Railroad Run. New this year will be the use of the chip timing system. Family Fun Walk The Family Fun Walk consists of a non-timed, non scored walk. This is open to any interested individuals. The Family Fun Walk begins promptly at 8am at the intersection of Webb and Wadell Streets. The registration fee will be $10 or $15, if received after October 3rd and includes a t-shirt. All Family Fun Walk participants will receive medals. Now in its 30th year, this event is Johnson County’s oldest continuous running road race. Last year there were 90 finishers in the 5K with Joshua Autry (16:57) and Elizabeth Baker (21:59) taking the overall titles. In the 5K run awards will be present to the top two males overall, to the top two females overall and to the top two finishers in each of the following age groups (both sexes):12-under, 13-19,20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-over. All the finishers in the 5K Walk will receive medals. For more information contact Jen Black (919)-975-1411 selma_rec@yahoo.com Click the following link for a PDF. entry form. http://www.selma.govoffice2.com/vertical/Sites/{EDA2EF74-1E0F-4F71-89ED-38D07E581BCA}/uploads/{BCDBCC38-5E5C-44DF-A4FC-02E772F8AA70}.PDF Click the following link to view photos of running events from the past. http://www.dotphoto.com/go.asp?l=selmarailroaddays&p=A973&CID=1284735&E=Y&ILD=3632418
10/06/07 Capital City Young Marines 5k and Family Fun Run 3.1 miles SAS Soccer Park Cary , NC 919-337-3662 http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1423751 tcooper12@nc.rr.com
10/13/2007 Hillbilly Haul 5K Lenoir Greenway. Lenoir, NC 28645 NC Courtney Strange 828.850.1063 www.myspace.com/caldwelljaycees courtney.housand@gmail.com Race start time is 8am...Early registration: $25 (includes T-shirt) by Sept. 29, 2007. Please e-mail Courtney.Housand@gmail.com for a registration form.
10/14/07 The 9th Annual Autism Society of North Carolina Ribbon Run 5K, 1-Mile, Tot Trot Moore Square in City Market in downtown Raleigh NC Nancy Huber 919-743-0204 http://www.autismsociety-nc.org/html/autism_ribbon_run.html nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org The 9th Annual Autism Society of North Carolina Ribbon Run will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2007, at Moore Square in City Market in downtown Raleigh. This event benefits the programs and services provided by the Autism Society of North Carolina. The Ribbon Run includes a 5K Run/Walk, 1-Mile Fun Run, and Tot Trot. The 5K Run/Walk is USATF certified and begins at 9:00am. The 1-Mile Fun Run and Tot Trot will follow. To register on-line or for more information, please visit our website at http://www.autismsociety-nc.org/html/autism_ribbon_run.html and click on the Autism Ribbon Run link, or contact Nancy Huber at nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org, or 919-743-0204.
10/27/07 LifeStyles Medical Fitness Center 5K Road Race 5K / 3.1M N.C. Estuarium on the corner of Bonner and Water Streets on the Washington waterfront North Carolina Amber VonVille 252-975-4236 252-948-4837 lifestyles@bchosp.org The event benefits the Beaufort County Hospital Foundation. Pre-registration entry fee is $12. Race day registration will begin at 7:00am and the entry fee is $15. The race will start at 8:00am. This is a certified course. T-shirts will be given to each entrant on race day. Please contact LifeStyles Medical Fitness Center at 252-975-4236 for more information.
10/27/07 10K and 5k On The Greenway 10k and 5k Greenway Lenoir NC Kelley Blankenship 8287572196 8287591676 klblankenship@ci.lenoir.nc.us
10/27/07 8 A.M. Perquimans County Trailblazers 5K Run/Walk 5K Missing Mill Park, Grubb St., Hertford, North Carolina North Carolina Jerry Gill 252-339-1915 trailblazersnc.org jgrunningwreck2003@yahoo.com This small town race is fast, flat, and scenic, with great views of our lovely Perquimans River. Our teeshirt will feature our famous turtle logo.
11/3/07 9:00 am 5K walk/run and also Duathlon 5k run walk Duathlon 5k run with 18 mile bike ride Village of Walnut Creek Goldsboro NC Crolyn Plummer (919) 738-7770 - none cwp@waynecc.edu You may may contact me to pre-enter by e-mail or phone for the Duathlon and we welcome pre-registration for the regular 5K run/walk. I can e-mail you back an application form. We have long sleeve shirt for all and awards plus door prizes. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. On site registration begins at 7:00 am for 5k you must pre-register for Duathlon (or call information to me).
11/3/07 Free to Breathe Raleigh 5K Race and 1K Walk Raleigh NC Kenda Schwarz 608-233-7905 608-233-7893 http://www.freetobreathe.org kenda@nationallungcancerpartnership.org A group of survivors, calling themselves “North Carolinians Against Lung Cancer,” is organizing a Free to Breathe event in Raleigh. The event will consist of a 5K race, 1K walk, and community rally. By participating in this event, you will raise public awareness of lung cancer and fund research for more effective treatments, thus reducing death and suffering from the disease. For more information and registration, please visit the website: www.freetobreathe.org.
11/10/2007 10K & 5K on the Greenway 10K & 5K City of Lenoir Greenway North Carolina Heather Gragg 828.757.2196 828.759.1676 www.cityoflenoir.com/parks hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us This should replace a race listed on your website with the same information but listed with the date of 10/27/07 and contact information of Kelley Blankenship. The event is 11/10/07. Thank you. Please e-mail if there are any problems.
3/15/08 The 3rd Annual Kidney Kare 5k Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 8:30AM at McDougle Middle School in Chapel Hill, NC. To register: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Detail.htm?event_id=1494581 For more information contact: Suzie Hosman, 919-966-2561 x 311
3/15/08 City of Lenoir 5K Leprechaun Leap Distance: 5K Location : 5K Run on City of Lenoir Greenway; Start & Finish at Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center State : NC Contact : Heather Gragg Phone : 828.757.2196 Fax : 828.759.1676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com/parks Email : hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us
3/29/2008 Kidney Walk 5K Research Triangle Park - Durham/Raleigh/Cary/Chapel Hill North Carolina Carina Montanari 9199249237 www.TriangleKidneyWalk.org cmontanari@nkfnc.org Join us on Saturday - March 29, 2008 at Research Triangle Park as we walk together in the fight against kidney disease! The Kidney Walk is a 5K non-competitive walk to raise money and awareness about kidney disease. It is an occasion for dialysis patients, organ transplant recipients, living donors, donor families, the medical and business communities, and the general public to come together to celebrate life and create lasting community advocacy.
4/5/08 The Black Mountain Greenway Challenge 5k/10k Race Distance: 5k/10k Location : Eastside Business Park, Black Mountain State : North Carolina Contact : Shelly Bullock Phone : 828-279-4336 Fax : Website : www.bmtgreenwaychallenge.org Email : greenwaychallenge@gmail.com
4/05/08 CONTACT Crisis Line 14th Annual 10K & 5K Run for Help & 1 Mile Fun Walk 10K/5K/1Mile Fun Walk & Kiddie Krawl Fayetteville NC Barbara Hall 910-483-8970 www.contactcrisishelp.com contactcrisishelp@gmail Certified courses that are challenging but fun; well-organized with friendly volunteers; trophies/medals awarded; family atmosphere; just keeps getting bigger every year!
4/12/08 1st annual Alamance County Young Life 5K and 1 Mile Famil Fun Run. All proceeds will go toward teenagers in need going to Young Life camp this summer. Date: April 12, 2008 Start Time: 8:30 a.m. Registration starts at 7:30 or pre-register at the Alamance County Community YMCA Front Desk Cost: $25/individual for 5K and $25/family for Family Fun Run Starting Point: Alamance County Community YMCA Prizes will be awarded to top 3 in each category. Thanks for your help! Meg Lybrand Direct Ministry 336.513.5300 http://alamancecounty.younglife.org
4/13/08 Rock & Stroll: A run for the Babies Distance: 5k and 1 mile fun run Location : Bur- Mil park, Greensboro State : North Carolina Contact : Susan Cupito Phone : 336-273-3461 Fax : Website : www.ywcagsonc.org Email : areaves@ywcagsonc.org Additional Info : Rock and strol is designed to create awairness of the challenges faced by many mothers and babies in Greensboro and more specifically the teen women and children served by the YWCA Teen Parent Mentor Program (TPMP.
4/19/08 QUEST FOR HOPE 5K Race and 1 Mile Walk 4821 Koger Blvd., Greensboro North Carolina 370-0555 www.dynamicquest.com/questforhope
4/19/08 Tour de Cure Hampton Roads VA - Outer Banks NC Distance: 100, 65, 50, 30 miles Location : Chesapeake VA and Manteo NC State : Virginia Contact : Marianne Butler Phone : 757-424-6662 Fax : Website : www.diabetes.org/tour Email : mbutler@diabetes.org Additional Info : Enjoy the springtime beauty and scenic views of the Chesapeake Virginia countryside and the beautiful beaches and bridges of the Outer Banks of NC. Select the ride length that best suits your level of fitness and riding skill from our short family ride, 30 or 65 mile loops in Chesapeake VA, 25 or 50 mile loops in Manteo NC or our 100 mile century ride that 'Bikes to the Beach'. Our century riders' pedal through the coastal towns of the Outer Banks, including Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. The ride ends at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. Enjoy a fully catered breakfast and lunch. You will find well-stocked rest stops and full support along the way. Arrive to a hero's welcome at the finish line. Experience for yourself why this ride is one of the nation's premier Tour de Cure events. Encourage a minimum of 4 colleagues, friends and family members to sign up; with you as the captain you'll have a team and have more fun and satisfaction while doing something wonderful on behalf of the 20 million who live with diabetes each and every day. Go to www.diabetes.org/tour for more info and to register to ride.
4/19/08 WonderGirl 5K & Fun Run Distance: Location : UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont State : Chapel Hill, NC Contact : Phone : Fax : Website : www.gotrtriangle5k.org Email : gotr5k@kenan-flagler.unc.edu Additional Info : Formerly Girls on the Run 5K & Fun Run. The race event includes a festival, silent auction, awards, and entertainment. Activities are open to male and female participants of all ages. Fun for the entire family!
4/19/08 Band on the Run Distance: 5K Location : Wake Forest-Rolesville High School State : North Carolina Contact : Shannon Norman Phone : 919-554-8622 Fax : Website : www.wfrband.com Email : snorman@wcpss.net
04/26/08 Homes for Family Distance: Location : Signal Hill Mall, 1685 East Broad Street, Statesville (Exit 50 off I77) State : NC Contact : Shannon Griffith - Realtor Phone : 704-880-5490 Fax : Website : http://www.ShannonGriffithRealtor.com Email : Shannon@MyExitHomeTeam.com Additional Info : All profits to benefit Habitat for Humanity 8Event Date(s) Saturday, April 26th 2008 Event Name Homes for Family Car Show Event Hours 8:30 ' 1:30 Event State North Carolina Event City Statesville Event Location name and/or address. Signal Hill Mall, 1685 East Broad Street (Exit 50 off I-77) Brief event description. All profits will be given directly to Habitat to Humanity Event Fees $12.00 Pre-Registration & $15.00 Day of Registration Contact Info: (Phone or Email or Website.) Contact Info Below: Shannon Griffith Realtor / Broker Exit Home Team Realty 1845 East Broad Street Statesville, NC 28625 Cell: 704-880-5490 Office: 704-881-3948 Ext# 1021 Fax: 704-768-0025 Email: Shannon@MyExitHomeTeam.com Personal Web Site: www.ShannonGriffithRealtor.com Company Web Site: www.MyExitHomeTeam.com
04/26/2008 SkirtChaser Race Series Distance: 5K Location : Raleigh State : North Carolina Contact : Phone : Fax : Website : www.skirtchaser5k.com Email : Additional Info : 5k road race and block party where women start first and men, "Skirt Chasers," start 3 min later.
4/26/08 10th Annual C. Grier Beam Antique Car Show Distance: Location : 111 N. Mountain Street, Cherryville, NC 28021 State : NC Contact : Joe Dismukes Phone : 704-435-3072 Fax : 704-445-9010 Website : www.beamtruckmuseum.com Email : jdismukes@carolina.rr.com Additional Info : This event is held in conjunction with the Cherry Blossom Festival sponsored by the Cherryville Chamber of Commerce. The show is from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. Two classes of cars are judged: original and modified. Cars must be at least 25 years old. Please visit www.beamtruckmuseum.com for a registration form.
05/03/08 Blue Planet 24hr Run Distance: 24hr Relay Location : Black Mountain State : North Carolina Contact : Jeremy Austin Phone : (828)669-2787 Fax : Website : www.blueplanetrun.org Email : jaustin@blueplanetrun.org Additional Info : Relay teams of 2 to 10 and solo runners complete five-mile loops in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. In between laps, runners will enjoy food, beverages, music, and a festival atmosphere at beautiful Camp Rockmont. Events available for all ages and endurance levels including a kids run, 5-mile trail run, and 6, 12, and 24-hour categories. Best of all 100% of the profits fund safe drinking water projects worldwide. Register a team of up to 10 runners or go solo! Register on Active.com.
5/10/08 St. Timothy's Spring Sprint Distance: 5K and 1 mile Location : St. Timothy's School, 4523 Six Forks Rd. Raleigh, NC State : NC Contact : Sharon Keen Phone : 787-3011 Fax : Website : www.sttimothys.org Email : skeen@sttimothys.org Additional Info : Please join us for a fun filled day of running. Our event will support Wake Med Juvenille Diabetes program. We will have lots of vendors for runners to enjoy.
05/11/08 Garner "A Great Place to Be Running" 5k Run/Walk Distance: 5k Run/Walk Location : Garner State : NC Contact : Jason Biggs Phone : 9194819556 Fax : Website : www.fsseries.com Email : info@fsseries.com
5/17/08 Run for the Warriors Distance: 5k/10k/1 mile Location : Camp Lejeune State : NC Contact : Toni Aurilio Phone : 910-938-1817 Fax : 910-938-1805 Website : www.hopeforthewarriors.org/r4w.html Email : info@hopeforthewarriors.org Additional Info : The Run For The Warriors' is a unique event dedicated to the men and women wounded in the global war on terror and their families. It is a celebration of their strength and resolve as well as the Welcome Home they never received. By uniting the entire community, military and civilian alike, this event embraces Wounded Warriors and their families in the shared belief that there is hope beyond recovery. Racing venues are offered in a 10k, 5K and 1 mile run.
5/17/08 Headed To College Race Distance: 5 Mile, 5K and 1 mile Location : Wilkesboro State : North Carolina Contact : Sherrie Pavlansky Phone : 336-651-7830 ext 24 Fax : 336-651-7833 Website : www.cisnet.org/wilkes Email : sherriecis@yahoo.com
5/18/08 Biltmore/Kiwanis 15K/5K Classic Distance: 15K and 5K Location : Biltmore estate, Asheville, NC Website : http://www.main.nc.us/kiwanisca/race Email : buned@main.nc.us Additional Info : Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic - Biltmore estate, Asheville, NC - Sunday, May 18, 2008, 7:15am, An Extraordinary Race for Runners of All Abilities! The race course is run entirely on the scenic grounds of Biltmore. Medals for Top Finishers in 5k/15k Overall, Masters & Age Groups. Due to parking restrictions at Biltmore, the race will be limited to the first 950 entrants. 15K - $30 until May 3rd, $35 thereafter, 5K - $25 until May 3rd, $30 thereafter. Spectator Ticket - $15 until May 3rd, $20 thereafter. Register at Active.com or visit our website at http://www.main.nc.us/kiwanisca/race, Questions - please contact Ned Cabaniss: buned@main.nc.us.
5/24/08 5k Cardinal Challenge Distance: 5k Location : East Wilkes Middle School, Ronda NC State : NC Contact : Anita Tharpe Phone : 336-835-4772 Fax : Website : Email : Additional Info : The race starts at 9am Saturday morning with registration from 7:30-8:30. The cost is $25.00. Make check payable to EWHS Booster Club. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers and the top 3 in each age group: 8 & under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & up. All proceeds go to East Wilkes High School Athletic Boosters.
5/24/08 Karson Carroll's Kidz Triathlon Distance: Various Location : Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center State : North Carolina Contact : Heather Gragg Phone : 828-757-2196 Fax : 828-759-1676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com/parks Email : hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us Additional Info : 7-10 yrs: 100 yd Swim, 5K Bike, 2K Run 11-14 yrs: 200 yd Swim, 10K Bike, 4K Run 15-18 yrs: 300 yd Swim, 15K Bike, 5K Run
6/06/08 The Chamber Challenge 5K presented by Dixon Hughes Distance: 5K Location : Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce - Asheville State : North Carolina Contact : Phone : (828) 258-6114 Fax : Website : http://www.ashevillechamber.org Email : mmetcalf@ashevillechamber.org Additional Info : The Chamber Challenge is a team-based 5K designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses. It is also open to individual runners. The race will begin at 4:30 p.m. There will be an after party in the Chamber parking lot where food and beverages will be served immediately following the race. There will also be a team costume contest! Teams will consist of four males, two males and two females, or four females.
6/07/08 ASOM Foundation 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Airborne & Special Operations Museum, 100 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville State : NC Contact : Kris Cage Phone : 910-643-2774 Fax : 910-643-2793 Website : http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1539443&assetId=5f7a4b27-0449-4edc-a7ca-51f82775013b Email : kcage@asomf.org Additional Info : Proceeds from the run benefit the Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation (ASOMF). The mission statement of the ASOMF is to provide a unique educational experience on United States history and basic core values through the preservation, interpretation and recognition of both the U.S. airborne and special operations history, equipment, technology, legend, art, and weaponry. The course is USA Track & Field certified - NC07033PH. Timing by Atlantic Coast Timing using the Champion Chip System. Prizes awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Strollers and wagons are permitted. Bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates, and headphones are prohibited. $20 through May 25; $25 through June 4
6/20/08 TourDeKale Distance: 5k Location : Denton State : NC Contact : Kale Watkins Phone : 910-538-3261 Fax : Website : http://tourdekale.com Email : info@tourdekale.com Additional Info : a non-profit fundraiser benefit Bicycle, Run and Walk event, Denton,NC Our only goal is to promote fitness and help others who are less fortunate than us TourdeKale held 3rd Friday and Saturday in June annually. raising over $50,000.00 ea. year. 2008 is 9th year, 2008 Ride June 21st - 8:30am Farmpark, Denton NC Night Run June 20th -8:00pm Harrison Park, Denton NC
6/28/08 Flat Out 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run Distance: 5k and 1 mile Location : 300 E. First Street Greenville State : NC Contact : Claire Blum Phone : 252-341-6056 Fax : Website : www.flatout5k.com Email : flatout5k@gmail.com Additional Info : Additional Info : This race will start at 8:30am (note time change). Race proceeds benefit the Jitka Virag Recovery Fund and the race is to raise awareness of road safety for runners, cyclists, and drivers. Please visit our website for more info
7/4/08 Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run Distance: 5K & Fun Run Location : Mulberry Recreation Center State : North Carolina Contact : Heather Gragg Phone : 828-757-2196 Fax : 828-759-1676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com/parks Email : hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us
7/12/08 (Inaugural) RamKat Run & Walk 5k Distance: 5k Location : Greenbrier Place Country Inn B&B, 4844 Collins Rd., Hamptonville State : NC 27020 Contact : Sue Butts Phone : 704-880-4561 Fax : Website : http://www.GreenbrierPlace.com Email : buttsarunnin@aol.com Additional Info : All ages come and join us & enjoy this event in the middle of Wine Country at the beautiful Greenbrier Place Country Inn Bed & Breakfast. Also for your enjoyment will be the first-ever free RamFest all day with vendors, tastings & wellness issues & then Music on the Green, 4-8PM. ($) Lunch & Dinner will be served. ($) Camping & Rooms available. ($) Please email...buttsarunnin@aol.com and we will be glad to send you all the info.
7/26/08 29th Bele Chere 5K Distance: 5K & 1M Fun Run Location : McCormick Field, Asheville State : North Carolina Contact : Greg Duff Phone : 828-400-5868 Fax : Website : www.ashevilletrackclub.org Email : greg@gloryhoundevents.com Additional Info : The crown jewel of the Western North Carolina road racing scene is back for its 29th consecutive year. The Asheville Track Club is proud to host the Bele Chere 5K Presented By Kimmel & Associates. Once again, the race will be headquartered at historic McCormick Field. The course represents what running in Asheville is all about: a few hills, a few screaming downhills and warm and friendly people to cheer you on and help you at the race. The race will finish two blocks from the stadium so it is just a short walk for post-race refreshments - courtesy of Citi Stop, Doc Cheys, and Dunkin Donuts  the finish of the Asheville Tourists Fun Run and the awards ceremony. Award winners will see their name shown on the stadium matrix board so bring your family, friends and camera. Whether you are a road race veteran or only run one race each year, this is the one you dont want to miss.
7/26/08 Take Pride in Your Hide 5k XC Run & Walk (Clothing Optional-Must be 18+) 5k Bar-S-Ranch Nudist Resort North Carolina Sue Butts 704-880-4561 http://www.bar-s-ranch.com buttsarunnin@aol.com RUN! WALK! NATURALLY OR CLOTHED THIS GREAT YEAR OF 2008 FOR THE EIGHTH ANNUAL AT THE BAR-S-RANCH NUDIST RESORT, REIDSVILLE, NC AND ENJOY THE DAY STRESS FREE. THIS IS ONE BEAUTIFUL TRAIL RUN & WALK. If you have not done it before, you have missed one great race and a great time. Don't put it off another year, take PRIDE IN YOUR HIDE and join us this year and enjoy yourself. You will be glad you finally did it.
8/16/08 2nd Annual Red Cross Run for the Red 5K 10K 1 Mile Family Fun Walk 101 Robeson Street, Fayetteville NC Marilyn Martinez (910) 867-8151 http://www.highlandsarc.org/ redcrosshighlandschapter@yahoo.com Online registration: www.active.com 2nd Annual Red Cross Run for the Red will include the 2008 Road Runners Club of America 10K North Carolina State Championship and is certified by USA Track & Field. T-shirts and goodie bags will be available to all participants. Chips will be given out the morning of the race starting at 5:00am.
08/23/2008 Hot Summer Day 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Methodist University Physician Assistant Program State : North Carolina Contact : Nicole Upah Phone : 704-965-2241 Fax : Website : http://www.methodist.edu/paprogram/20085K.pdf Email : hotsummerday5K@yahoo.com
8/23/08 Bare Hare Sprint Triathlon (Clothing Optional-Must be 18+) Swim 500 meters, Bike 8.5 miles, Run 3.1 miles Bar-S-Ranch Nudist Resort North Carolina Sue Butts 704-880-4561 http://bar-s-ranch.com buttsarunnin@aol.com If you missed the Inaugural event last year of this one-of-a-kind OFF-ROAD Triathlon, here is your chance again to participate in 2008. Please join us and tri this lake swim, mountain bike and trail run event, naturally or clothed.
8/30/08 City of Lenoir 8th Annual Triathlon Distance: 500 Meter Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run Location : Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center State : North Carolina Contact : Heather Gragg Phone : 828-757-2196 Fax : 828-759-1676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com/parks Email : hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us Additional Info : Register online at www.setupevents.com
09/06/2008 Run For Life Distance: 5K and 1 mile Location : Wake Med Soccer Park - 210 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC 27511 State : NC Contact : Kathy or Bob Klein Phone : 919-815-1369 Fax : Website : www.raleighrunforlife.org Email : blk4jmj@juno.com Additional Info : This year's race will benefit Family Honor-Raleigh, a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening families through family-centered chastity education programs. 1 mile fun run begins at 8:30 am., 5k starts at 9. Come join the fun and bring the kids, fun for all ages.
9/13/08 Alpha Delta Pi Ron-A-Thon 5K Distance: 5K Location : UNC-Chapel Hill State : NC Contact : May Doan Website : www.uncalphadeltapi.com Email : mdoan@email.unc.edu Additional Info : All proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House!
9/13/2008 Kate's Race for Hope 5K Mens, 5K Womens, 5K Walk McAlpine Park, Charlotte NC Cheryl, Marie, or Bob 704-364-1440 http://www.hopecancer.org/templates/System/details.asp?id=40596&PG=Events&CID=748223&rDate=2008-09-13 info@hopecancer.org Join us for this 4th Annual Kate's Race For Hope. Entry fee or bring your sponsors. Great prizes. See our website at http://www.hopecancer.org/templates/System/details.asp?id=40596&PG=Events&CID=748223&rDate=2008-09-13
9/13/08 First Annual Hog Jog 5K in Charlotte, NC. We would really appreciate it if you would add our event to your calendar on your website and would love to have you participate in our race! Below is the information. Please respond either way.  The Inaugural Charlotte Sports Commission 5k Saturday, September 13th, 2008 Center City Charlotte Register now at www.hogjog.org and get Hog Wild!
09/20/2008 WNC Run/Walk for Autism 5K, 1Mi, Tot Trot Carrier Park, 220 Amboy Road, Asheville, NC 28801 North Carolina Nancy Hubert 919-743-0204, x32 http://www.wncrunwalkforautism.com nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org The 3rd Western NC Run/Walk for Autism will be held on September 20, 2008 at Carrier Park in Asheville. This event benefits the programs of the Autism Society of North Carolina. The WNC Run/Walk for Autism includes a 5K race, 1-Mile Fun Run, and Tot Trot and begins at 9:00 am. To register on-line or for more information, please visit our website at www.wncrunwalkforautism.com, or contact Nancy Huber at nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org or 919-743-0204 x 32.
09/27/2008 ReachOut! 5K/10K Run & 5K Walk 5K/10K Run, 5K Walk 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Camp Kanata, Wakre Forest, NC 27587 NC Robin Smith 919-638-7368 919-471-0430 http://www.thematthewpaulwestfoundation.org awest1953@earthlink.net This is a great trail and road run through the nations' #1 overnight camp! Prize money for top overall 10K male and female runners. Other good food and prizes. This is our 5th annual event, shirts have been done by renowned artist Geoff Henshall.
09/27/2008 ReachOut! 5K/10K Run & 5K Walk Distance: 5K/10K Run, 5K Walk Location : 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Camp Kanata, Wakre Forest, NC 27587  Phone : 919-638-7365 Fax : 919-471-0430 Website : http://www.thematthewpaulwestfoundation.org Email : awest1953@earthlink.net Additional Info : This is a great run on both trial and road-prize $ for top overall 10K male & female runners. Additional great prizes, food, shirts. Shirt design for 5th annual event done by renowned artist Geoff Henshall.
9/27/08 Waterway5k Run/Walk of Elizabeth City, NC Distance: 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run Location : Waterfront Park downtown Elizabeth City State : NC Contact : kbowman@waterway5k.org Phone : 252-384-4946 Fax : 252-384-4425 Website : www.waterway5k.org Email : kbowman@waterway5k.org Additional Info : The Waterway5k starts at Waterfront Park in downtown Elizabeth City and runs along the beautiful Pasquotank River. It is an easy, flat out and back. The run is USA Track and Field certified with Championship timing by Kale Running. Awards range from age 12 to age 75 yrs with the overall top 3 male and female winners receiving a trophy and the tope 3 of each age group receiving a medal. All participants receive a free t-shirt and the children also receive a goody bag. Fun for the whole family at Waterfront Park. After race party during the awards ceremony.
10/04/08 Paws for Life 5k Road Race and One Mile Dog Walk Distance: 5k, 1 mile Location : Wake Forest College Birthplace, 450 N Main St, Wake Forest State : NC Contact : Kelly Larson Phone : 919-484-2571 ext 230 Fax : Website : www.fchsnc.org Email : kellynickle@msn.com Additional Info : Events benefits the Franklin County Humane Society. There is also a $10 microchip clinic for dogs
10/04/08 Primal Quest Sprint Series #3 Distance: Adventure Race Sprint Distances 4-6 hours Location : US National Whitewater Center State : North Carolina Contact : Kraig Becker Phone : 512 310-7507 Fax : Website : http://www.primalquestsprintseries.com Email : kungfujedi@gmail.com Additional Info : PRIMAL QUEST SPRINT SERIES NEW! From the directors of Primal Quest Expedition Adventure Race - "The World's Most Challenging Human Endurance Competition"! A series of shorter, faster, high energy, adrenaline-fueled sprint races! This 4-to-6 hour Primal Quest Sprint Series events are perfect for adventure racers, runners, mountain bikers, paddlers, triathletes and any other athlete looking at for a challenging and fun experience. The all new Primal Quest Sprint Series offers adventure races for teams of two that feature standard adventure racing disciplines, including trekking/trail running, mountain biking, and paddling. Teams may also face special events like a cargo net climb, ropes bridge, low crawl, and straight out of Don Mann's Navy SEAL Training events - the infamous log PT! Sign up today to not miss out on the adventure! www.primalquestsprintseries.com
10/4/08 Harvest Run 5K Distance: 5K Location : Ashe County State : North Carolina Contact : Jeremy Casey Phone : 336-877-7509 Fax : Website : Email : jeremyapp@yahoo.com Additional Info : This will be the 2nd annual Harvest Run 5K and 1 mile fun run. The course is a rolling hills course that loops through scenic Ashe park and out and back a beautiful country road. The event has great refreshments, music, door prizes and the timing is done by the ASU track and field dept. Last year was a great success and we expect the turnout and competition to be even greater in 2008. The event is a charity event to raise money for the local Hospice of Ashe County.
10/11/2008 10th Annual Autism Ribbon Run 5K, 1mi, Tot Trot Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 North Carolina Nancy Huber 919-743-0204, x32 http://www.autismribbonrun.com nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org The 10th Annual Autism Ribbon Run will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2008, at Moore Square in City Market in downtown Raleigh. This event benefits the programs and services provided by the Autism Society of North Carolina. The Ribbon Run includes a 5K Run/Walk, 1-Mile Fun Run, and Tot Trot. The 5K Run/Walk is USATF certified and begins at 9:00am. The 1-Mile Fun Run and Tot Trot will follow. To register on-line or for more information, please visit our website at www.autismribbonrun.com, or contact Nancy Huber at nhuber@autismsociety-nc.org or 919-743-0204 x 32.
10/17/09 Neuse River Bridge Run certified 5K/10K New Bern North Carolina (252)636-3381 (252) 636-2278 http://newbernrun.com info@newbernrun.com The 6th annual 5K/10K certified Neuse River Bridge Run (NRBR) will be held October 17th in historic downtown New Bern, North Carolina. This legendary event brings together local non-profits who joined forces to hold a community-wide fundraiser. Proceeds from NRBR will benefit almost everyone in our community in one way or another by supporting the following charities: Craven Regional Medical Center Foundation, Promise Place, Craven Arts Council & Gallery, Inc., Mediation Center of Eastern Carolina, MERCI Clinic, Inc., Craven County Partners in Education, Inc., Religious Community Services of New Bern, Inc., Twin Rivers YMCA, Craven Community College Foundation, Senior Pharmacy Program, and Coastal Women’s Shelter, Inc.
10/18/08 HOME RUN. This event will benefit the supportive housing services offered by the Regional Consortium. The event will be held on October 18, 2008, at the McAlpine Greenway 5k Cross Country course.  Sign In/Packet Pick Up: Friday, October 17, 2008, at 7510 E. Independence Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28227 From 9:00 am – 7:00 PM Saturday, October 18, 2008 – Registration 7:00 AM, Race Start 8:00 AM Course: McAlpine Creek Greenway 5k Cross Country Course, Dirt/Gravel Course Cost: $30 per runner in advance or $40 per runner the day of the event Link: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1623992 or www.regionalconsortium.org
10/18/2008 Home Run 5K McAlpine Creek Greenway Cross Country Course NC Terry Ellington 704-531-2467 www.regionalconsortium.org terrye@regionalconsortium.org Help us hit a HOME RUN – to secure safe, affordable housing for families!
10/18/2008 Hawg Run 5K Distance: 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Location : Uptown Lexington State : NC Contact : Bill Pickett Phone : 336-956-1880 Fax : 336-956-1647 Website : http://www.barbecuefestival.com/sporting Email : bill@barbecuefestival.com Additional Info : 5k Race & 1 Mile Fun Fun in Uptown Lexington. This is an offical event of the 25th Anniversary Barbecue Festival.
10/25/2008 RHABA 10K Flat & Fast 10K and 1 mile Fun Run Mayflower Seafood Parking lot, Mount Royal Dr, exit 118 Hwy 52, Hwy 65, Rural Hall NC Steve Hill 336-969-9511 http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1542337&assetId=b5c51ffd-bfde-4343-b40f-eda373701027 promisekp@earthlink.net 10K will start at 9am and the 1 mile family Fun Run at 8:30am. Race course is certified and start/finish line times managed by Twin City Track Club of Winston-Salem, NC. New race course is flat and fast with most of the course following Hwy 65, a flat three lane highway. A lane will be closed off for runners. Business sponsorships have already covered race expenses so all proceeds and entry fees will be donated to the Rural Hall Elementary School, in Rural Hall, NC.
11/08/2008 Tarheel Realty 5k & Fun Run 5k Tarheel Realty II, 122 Victory Lane, Statesville North Carolina Sue Butts--Butts A'runnin Race Enterprises 704-880-4561 buttsarunnin@aol.com This will be a flat & fast, out & back Inaugural event. Come set a course record. Commemorative trophies will be awarded to the top 3 male & female over all finishers. Also the top 3 male & female runners in each age division, 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over. This event will benefit the Iredell Statesville East Elementary School for Children in need. Please participate, have fun & support a needy child. Race starts at 8 AM. Same day registration at 7 AM. Award ceremony immediately following race. May register online at www.sportoften.com.
11/8/08 10K on the Greenway Distance: 10K Location : Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center State : North Carolina Contact : Heather Gragg Phone : 828.757.2196 Fax : 828.759.1676 Website : www.cityoflenoir.com/parks Email : hgragg@ci.lenoir.nc.us
11/09/08 World Run Day - For North Carolina Runners Create your own course and distance Every City & Town in the State North Carolina Bill McDermott 516 208-7030 http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1642847 runday2008@yahoo.com  www.runday.com
11/22/08 Second Annual Turkey Trot 5k Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk NC Lees-McRae 828-898-8848 www.go.lmc.edu/intramurals Date: Saturday, November 22 Time: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. registration/10:00 a.m. race start Location: Lees-McRae College track Cost: $10 by November 20/$15 day of race The profits will go towards the Lees-McRae Cross Country teams for travel and running gear.
12/6/2008 Southern Pines Reindeer Fun Run 5k Run/Walk 5k Downtown Southern Pines NC David Petsolt 910-724-3900 910-401-1644 http://www.reindeerfunrun.com/ david@reindeerfunrun.com The Second Annual Southern Pines Reindeer Fun Run 5k Run/Walk is a FUN community event with a goal of 600 participants ranging from serious runners to recreational walkers, families, pets and local businesses. The goal is to generate holiday cheer while raising money for the Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills, Inc.
12/07/2008 Run to Victory 13.1 miles or 5 miles Randleman NC April Nicholson 336.495.2037 336.498.9090 www.runtovictory.org anicholson@victoryjunction.org All proceeds will benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp in Randleman, NC. The mission of the Victory Junctin Gang Camp is to enrich the lives of children ages 7-15 with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, in a safe and medically sound environment. To learn more about Victory Junction Gang Camp, visit www.victoryjunction.org.
12/20/2008 2nd Annual Jingle Bell 5k Run 5K Lincoln Campus of Gaston College, 511 South Aspen St, Lincolnton NC Ann Rhyne 1-704-748-9311 1-704-748-9310 http://www.ymcacharlotte.org/lincolncounty/lincolncounty.aspx rhyne0528@charter.net Sponsor: Lincoln County YMCA, 1402 E Gaston St, Lincolnton, NC,28092

    

    

    

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