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Scotch Plains 5K Run, Walk Coming This Month
Prizes will be available for several divisions, officials said. A Fun Run and kids' activities will also be offered.
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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ - Ready to run - or walk - those St. Patrick’s Day party snacks off?
St. Bartholomew Academy HSA will be holding a 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, March 18 in Scotch Plains in collaboration with the Mayor’s Wellness Challenge.
The 5K will be held at Oak Ridge Park (136 Oak Ridge Road) from 8 to 11 a.m. Prizes will be available for several divisions, organizers said. A Fun Run and kids’ activities will also be offered.
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Registration is $30 for adults ($20 for those under 18 years old) and includes a free snack and drink. Online registration is open now at raceforum.com/sba.
Participants who take part in the 5K and two other Mayor’s Wellness Challenge events are eligible for a Mayor’s Medal. The upcoming Mayor’s Wellness Challenge events are listed below:
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- Memorial Day Ruck to Remember, May 27
- NJ Sharing Network 5K, June 11
- Patrick’s Downtown Race to Summer, June 14
- Rose Checchio Walk to Wipe Out Breast Cancer, Sept. 30
For more information, call (908) 322-4265.
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