A Child's World 5k, 1 Mile Walk, and Family Fun

Oklahoma Race Company/Debbie Uglean

From Oklahoma Race Company/Debbie Uglean

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Past event
10:15 AM CDT
Norman, Oklahoma
$15.00–$40.00 · 4 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the A Child's World 5K and 1 Mile Walk, organized by the Oklahoma Race Company and Debbie Uglean! Join us on Saturday, October 21st, 2023, at Ruby Grant Park in Norman, Cleveland, for a fantastic community event that promotes healthy lifestyles and emotional well-being. This second annual event, part of Crossroads Youth & Family Services, invites families to lace up their running shoes and participate in a 5K run or a leisurely 1-mile walk.

Not only will you enjoy the thrill of the race, but you can also take part in various family activities after crossing the finish line. The first 150 finishers will receive a medal, and those who register by September 11th will be guaranteed a stylish event t-shirt! Whether you're running, walking, or supporting from the sidelines, your participation helps support the mission of Crossroads Youth & Family Services, which has been providing vital support to children, youth, and families since 1969. Don't miss out—register early to save on pricing, and consider the virtual option or donation-only participation if you can't make it in person. Join us for a day filled with joy,

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Races

  • 5k Run

    Includes T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $40.00

    Entries closed
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Includes T-Shirt

    10:15 AM CDT

    $30.00

    Entries closed
  • Virtual 5k

    Virtual

    10:15 AM CDT

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • Virtual One-Mile Fun Run

    Virtual

    10:15 AM CDT

    $15.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

JOIN US IN OUR SECOND CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES A CHILD'S WORLD 5K ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5TH! BRING YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND YOUR FAMILY OUT TO RUN OR WALK THE 5K AT RUBY GRANT PARK IN NORMAN, THEN STAY FOR THE FAMILY ACTIVITIES.

FOUNDED BY CLEVELAND COUNTY LEADERS IN 1969, AS THE STATE'S FIRST EMERGENCY YOUTH SHELTER, CROSSROADS YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES, INC. HAS EXPANDED TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR ALL AGES FROM BIRTH TO ADULTHOOD. FOR OVER THREE DECADES, OUR NATIONALLY ACCREDITED AND STATE-CERTIFIED PROGRAMS HAVE HELPED CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES BUILD HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, STRONG FAMILIES, AND CARING COMMUNITIES.

_WHY A 5K? _ CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES MISSION IS TO SUPPORT THE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH THE PROVISION OF EFFECTIVE, COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. RUNNING OUTSIDE COULD HAVE BENEFITS, LIKE LESSENING FEELINGS OF LONELINESS AND ISOLATION, REDUCING THE EFFECTS OF STRESS, AND HELPING WITH DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY. SO COME OUT AND RUN WITH US!

NOTE: EVENT PRICING INCREASES AS WE GET CLOSER TO THE RACE SO BE SURE TO REGISTER EARLY.

AFTER THE RUN, HEAD OVER TO THE PAVILION FOR ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AND TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CROSSROADS' MISSION AND SERVICES.

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THE FIRST 150 FINISHERS WILL GET A MEDAL

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REGISTER BY 09/11 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT

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A VIRTUAL OPTION FOR THIS RACE IS AVAILABLE

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A DONATION ONLY OPTION IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT

PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD AT THE CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES OFFICE LOCATED AT 1333 W. MAIN STREET, NORMAN, OK 73069. PHONE: 405-795-3420. PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY USING YOUR SMART PHONE AND A QR CODE PROVIDED, PAID BY CREDIT CARD ONLY.

Location

3110 W Franklin Rd, Norman, 73072, OK, United States

Oklahoma Race Company/Debbie Uglean

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