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2019-11-09 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk to benefit St. Patrick Center |
Fund Raisers / Galas |
Event Description: |
The Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk to benefit St. Patrick Center on November 9 includes a timed 5K, one-mile fun-run, FREE Kids’ Dash and many fun-filled activities. This is a family-friendly event to honor our nation’s heroes and raise awareness for veteran homelessness. Last year, St. Patrick Center helped more than 1,100 veterans (20% of our client population) and their families who were experiencing homelessness.
The Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk event includes a runner’s village featuring:
– Photo opportunities with a bald eagle from the World Bird Sanctuary
– Appearances by Fred Bird & Louie
– Snacks, coffee, hot chocolate, water, beer (21+)
– Activities for the whole family including a bubble bus, face-painting and yard games
– Music by DJ Big Papa G and more!
Length: Timed 5K run/walk and one-mile fun-run
Cost: $30* (free kids’ dash), $35 beginning on November 8
Veterans receive a $5 discount and a free “Proud Veteran” sticker to wear.
*All paid participants receive a free moisture-wicking long-sleeve shirt and race bag!
9:00am– 5K
9:05am – One-mile route
10:00am– Kids’ dash
10:15am– 5K awards (age groups from 19 and below to 70+)
10:30am– Veterans Day Observance Ceremony
12:00pm– Parade
Individual and team registration is available! More information and registration at: http://stpatrickcenter.org/vet5k/
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Additional Event Information |
Family Friendly: |
Yes |
Handicapped Accessible: |
Yes |
Location: |
Soldiers Memorial, 1315 Chestnut, St. Louis, MO 63103 |
Price: |
$30 (free kids' dash), $35 beginning on November 8. Veterans receive a $5 discount and free |
Contact |
Maggie Kloppenberg |
Event Sponsor: |
St. Patrick Center |
Contact Phone: |
314-802-5418 |
Contact E-Mail: |
mkloppenberg@stpatrickcenter.org |
Contact Website: |
http://stpatrickcenter.org/vet5k/ |
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