Autism Awareness 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, July 20, 2024 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

Marietta, Ohio

$38.80 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the Autism Awareness 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, July 20th, 2024, in the beautiful city of Marietta, Washington! This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to help solve the puzzle of autism one step at a time while promoting kindness and awareness for this important cause. With all proceeds benefiting the National Autism Association of Southeast Ohio, your participation will directly support families in need of resources and tools to navigate autism, which affects 1 in 36 children born today.

This vibrant day will not only feature the 5k run/walk but also a special book signing by local author Amanda Myers, who will be showcasing her inspiring book, "The Brain of a Legend." Come meet Amanda, purchase a copy, and enjoy a heartwarming story that encourages children to embrace their unique differences. With generous sponsorship from Washington Electric Cooperative and other local businesses, this event promises to be a fantastic celebration of community spirit and support. Lace up your running shoes and make a difference on July 20th!

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Races

5k Run

Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt

This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Overall and Age Group Awards.

8:30 AM EDT

$38.80

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5k Walk

Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt

This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Overall and Age Group Awards

8:30 AM EDT

$38.80

Entries closed

Organiser's description

Help solve the puzzle one step at a time with the family fun run/ walk in the heart of the historic city of Marietta, Ohio. All proceeds will be donated to the National Autism Association of Southeast Ohio. Autism is the fastest growing developmental disorder affecting 1-36 children born today. The autism association of Southeast Ohio is a non-profit organization that helps families get their children the tools and resources they need. This event is being sponsored by Washington Electric Cooperative, along with several other local businesses. With all of these wonderful sponsors and running participants making this event possible, our goal, along with providing local families with resources is to promote kindness and awareness towards autism. Autism is not a disability. Its a different ability - Stuart Duncan

Local author, Amanda Myers, who published the book The Brain of a Legend, will be holding a book signing at the race. Come out and purchase your copy of this amazing book and meet the author.
The Brain of a Legend'' is a touching story that will warm hearts and inspire children to cherish the differences that make each of us uniquely wonderful.
The Brain of a Legend https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Legend-Amanda-Myers/dp/1955791996/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V8FBMRH7FHMW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qBpLluiG8Z4osemrj2Uszg.Br4STr4fbgyQxYJd40r8s8lPd46jDTSyCZ3Hj4nRq_o&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+brain+of+a+legend+book+amanda+myers&qid=1717167099&sprefix=The+Brain+of+a+Legend%2Caps%2C1001&sr=8-1