Beverly Cleary 5k/10k Runaway!
Saturday, May 13, 2023
Past event
1:00 PM PDT
Yamhill, Oregon
$32.80 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Beverly Cleary 5K/10K Runaway event on Saturday, May 13, 2023, in the charming town of Yamhill, Oregon! This family-friendly race is part of Yamhill's 5th Annual Beverly Cleary Literacy Celebration, honoring the beloved children's author who spent her early childhood in the area. Runners can choose between a scenic 5K or a challenging 10K, both set against the backdrop of the picturesque Yamhill-Carlton wine country.
The day promises fun for all ages, featuring live music from the talented Running Rocker Jason Moore, who will keep spirits high while running an impressive 8-minute mile pace! Don’t forget to bring your furry friends—Source Farms will provide free specialty dog treats! Post-race, the Larson House will host a lively celebration, complete with a chance to win a wine country gift basket, enjoy delicious brunch options, and indulge in free birthday cake in honor of Beverly Cleary. With exciting activities for kids and a vibrant community atmosphere, the Beverly Cleary 5K/10K Runaway is a perfect way to celebrate literacy, fitness, and family fun!
The day promises fun for all ages, featuring live music from the talented Running Rocker Jason Moore, who will keep spirits high while running an impressive 8-minute mile pace! Don’t forget to bring your furry friends—Source Farms will provide free specialty dog treats! Post-race, the Larson House will host a lively celebration, complete with a chance to win a wine country gift basket, enjoy delicious brunch options, and indulge in free birthday cake in honor of Beverly Cleary. With exciting activities for kids and a vibrant community atmosphere, the Beverly Cleary 5K/10K Runaway is a perfect way to celebrate literacy, fitness, and family fun!
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Beverly Cleary 5k Runaway
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Silipint pint glass and beverage
Entries closed1:00 PM PDT
$32.80
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RUN! ROCK! READ!
This family friendly event features both a 5K and 10K race to kick off YAMHILLS 5TH ANNUAL BEVERLY CLEARY LITERACY CELEBRATION, held in honor of the beloved childrens book author who spent her early childhood in Yamhill. Take in the beautiful scenic vistas of the Yamhill-Carlton wine country as you race from the heart of Downtown Yamhill into the surrounding farmland.
Grab some swag by catching up with RUNNING ROCKER JASON MOORE as he shreds on an electric guitar while keeping an 8-minute mile pace -- and takes song requests along the route of the 5K race!
Bring your four-legged friends! Free specialty dog treats courtesy Source Farms provided.
Volunteers will take good care of you along the route with well-organized guidance and help/hydration stations.
If you're up for the challenge, register for both races!
START TIMES:
* 10K: 8:30 A.M. (7:30 - 8:00 a.m. check-in)
* 5K: 10:00 A.M. (7:30 - 9:30 a.m. check-in)
INCLUDED WITH RACE REGISTRATION:
* "KEEP IT YAMHILL" SILIPINT to fill with beer courtesy FLYBOY BREWERY or root beer
* Raffle ticket for wine country gift basket
FAMILY FUN POST-RACE PARTY: Thank you to the LARSON HOUSE for sharing their back lawn and hosting the event location. They will be OPEN FOR BRUNCH AND LUNCH!
_With awards for the top runners, the post-race celebration will also honor the winners of our 2024 CHILDRENS WRITING AND ART CONTEST, which launches on Beverly Clearys birthday, April 12. For more information: www.amylamae.com http://www.amylamae.com _
* Free birthday cake in honor of Beverly Cleary
* Cold brew coffee from Yamhill's TABLETOP COFFEE ROASTERS
* Grassfed and finished beef jerky from SOURCE FARMS
* Free copy of_ THE MOUSE AND THE MOTORCYCLE_ by Beverly Cleary, courtesy of local nonprofit MADELINES LIBRARY www.madelineslibrary.com http://www.madelineslibrary.com
* CARLTON OBSERVATORY'S SOLAR TELESCOPE
* Live music with local musician CADEN LIVINGSTON
* MCMINNVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
* Kid Zone with bounce house and yard games
* Map to EXPLORE OUR HISTORIC TOWN and beautiful, dog-friendly Jane Heinrich Park and nature trail for YAMHILL HISTORY AND BEVERLY CLEARY FUN FACTS
* RC CAR EVENT featuring Beverly Cleary's Ralph S. Mouse of _The Mouse and the Motorcycle_ fame
SPECIAL THANKS:
City of Yamhill - Larson House - Yamhill County Cultural Coalition - First Federal - Lee and Linda Schrepel - Paula Merritt
amylamae.com - Source Farms - Edge Electric - Wine Country Properties - Tabletop Coffee Roasters - Pacific Crest Real Estate Advisors
WWW.YAMHILLDOWNTOWN.COM
This family friendly event features both a 5K and 10K race to kick off YAMHILLS 5TH ANNUAL BEVERLY CLEARY LITERACY CELEBRATION, held in honor of the beloved childrens book author who spent her early childhood in Yamhill. Take in the beautiful scenic vistas of the Yamhill-Carlton wine country as you race from the heart of Downtown Yamhill into the surrounding farmland.
Grab some swag by catching up with RUNNING ROCKER JASON MOORE as he shreds on an electric guitar while keeping an 8-minute mile pace -- and takes song requests along the route of the 5K race!
Bring your four-legged friends! Free specialty dog treats courtesy Source Farms provided.
Volunteers will take good care of you along the route with well-organized guidance and help/hydration stations.
If you're up for the challenge, register for both races!
START TIMES:
* 10K: 8:30 A.M. (7:30 - 8:00 a.m. check-in)
* 5K: 10:00 A.M. (7:30 - 9:30 a.m. check-in)
INCLUDED WITH RACE REGISTRATION:
* "KEEP IT YAMHILL" SILIPINT to fill with beer courtesy FLYBOY BREWERY or root beer
* Raffle ticket for wine country gift basket
FAMILY FUN POST-RACE PARTY: Thank you to the LARSON HOUSE for sharing their back lawn and hosting the event location. They will be OPEN FOR BRUNCH AND LUNCH!
_With awards for the top runners, the post-race celebration will also honor the winners of our 2024 CHILDRENS WRITING AND ART CONTEST, which launches on Beverly Clearys birthday, April 12. For more information: www.amylamae.com http://www.amylamae.com _
* Free birthday cake in honor of Beverly Cleary
* Cold brew coffee from Yamhill's TABLETOP COFFEE ROASTERS
* Grassfed and finished beef jerky from SOURCE FARMS
* Free copy of_ THE MOUSE AND THE MOTORCYCLE_ by Beverly Cleary, courtesy of local nonprofit MADELINES LIBRARY www.madelineslibrary.com http://www.madelineslibrary.com
* CARLTON OBSERVATORY'S SOLAR TELESCOPE
* Live music with local musician CADEN LIVINGSTON
* MCMINNVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
* Kid Zone with bounce house and yard games
* Map to EXPLORE OUR HISTORIC TOWN and beautiful, dog-friendly Jane Heinrich Park and nature trail for YAMHILL HISTORY AND BEVERLY CLEARY FUN FACTS
* RC CAR EVENT featuring Beverly Cleary's Ralph S. Mouse of _The Mouse and the Motorcycle_ fame
SPECIAL THANKS:
City of Yamhill - Larson House - Yamhill County Cultural Coalition - First Federal - Lee and Linda Schrepel - Paula Merritt
amylamae.com - Source Farms - Edge Electric - Wine Country Properties - Tabletop Coffee Roasters - Pacific Crest Real Estate Advisors
WWW.YAMHILLDOWNTOWN.COM
Location
190 S. Maple Street, Yamhill, 97148, OR, United States
Beverly Cleary 5k/10k Runaway!
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