Tuesday, October 01, 2019

Beech Brook will host its 9th annual 5K Race/1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 20, 2019, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The race/walk will begin at the Fleet Feet store at the Shoppes @Landerwood, 30679 Pinetree Rd., Pepper Pike.

Whether participants come to run, walk or cheer on a friend or family member, everyone can enjoy family-friendly games and activities in the Finish Line Fun Zone.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Beech Brook’s early intervention, child abuse prevention and school-based mental health services for children and families.

To register online before October 18, go to https://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/beechbrook.asp or www.beechbrook.org.

Preregistration for the race is $20; same-day registration is $25 and begins at 7:00 a.m. The Family Fun Run/Walk is free for all. Runners and walkers may register on the Hermes Road Racing website at https://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/beechbrook.asp or at www.beechbrook.org.

Early registration packet picket will be available at the Fleet Feet store in Pepper Pike on Friday, October 18 from 3-6:30 p.m. Same day registration begins at 7 a.m.

Major sponsors for the event are Calfee, Halter & Griswold, LLP, and PRADCO. A full list of sponsors can be found at https://www.beechbrook.org/home/touch-a-life/beechbrook-5k.

The event is presented in partnership with Fleet Feet Sports.

For more information, call Beech Brook at 216.831.2255 or visit www.beechbrook.org.

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About Beech Brook

Founded in 1852, Beech Brook has been helping Northeast Ohio’s children and families thrive for 167 years. Today, the agency served more than 14,000 children and families through more than 40 different programs and services. Beech Brook’s headquarters are located at 3737 Lander Rd. in Pepper Pike.

Contact: Nancy Kortemeyer
Senior Director – Marketing & PR
nkortemeyer@beechbrook.org
216.831.2255