Just A Call Away 5k
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Homewood, Alabama
$25.00–$45.00 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community and fitness at the Just A Call Away 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Patriot Park in beautiful West Homewood, Jefferson. This annual event, now in its tenth year, invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to participate in a live chip-timed 5K, a family-friendly fun run, or even a virtual 5K option for those who prefer to hit the pavement on their own schedule.
Race day kicks off bright and early, with the 5K starting at 8:00 a.m. and the fun run following at 9:00 a.m. Participants can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere while helping to support the Crisis Center, Inc., which offers essential services to those facing personal crises. Everyone who registers will receive a race shirt and swag, so don’t miss out! Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just looking to have fun with friends and family, the Just A Call Away 5K is an event you won’t want to miss!
Race day kicks off bright and early, with the 5K starting at 8:00 a.m. and the fun run following at 9:00 a.m. Participants can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere while helping to support the Crisis Center, Inc., which offers essential services to those facing personal crises. Everyone who registers will receive a race shirt and swag, so don’t miss out! Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just looking to have fun with friends and family, the Just A Call Away 5K is an event you won’t want to miss!
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Races
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Live Chip-Timed 5k
Includes T-Shirt (unisex sizing, soft cotton blend)
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$45.00
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1-Mile Fun Run
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$25.00
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Virtual 5k
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt (unisex sizing, soft cotton blend)
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$35.00
Organiser's description
JUST A CALL AWAY 5K AND FUN RUN
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024
AT PATRIOT PARK IN WONDERFUL WEST HOMEWOOD
Crisis Center, Inc. is proud to present the tenth annual Just A Call Away! This year, participants have three options to join us: a live chip-timed 5K, an in-person fun run, or a virtual 5K. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome.
RACE DAY
CHIP-TIMED OPTION
Join us for the in-person 5K and fun run option on August 17th. Located at Patriot Park in wonderful West Homewood.
PACKET PICKUP AND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
Location: Trak Shak, 2839 18th St. S, Homewood, 35209
Packet Pickup: 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024
Location: Patriot Park, 710 Oak Grove Rd., Homewood, 35209
Packet Pickup: 6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
5K Start: 8:00 a.m.
Fun Run Start: 9:00 a.m.
5K Awards Ceremony: 9:30 a.m.
COURSE MAP
Click here for detailed 5K map: 5K map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4272773950
Or for the Fun Run: Fun Run map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4878126991
VIRTUAL 5K
What is the Virtual 5K? For this year's virtual option, participants will run or walk 5K (3.1 miles) anytime before or on August 17th.
How to Submit Virtual Results: To enter the time for your virtual 5K, visit your profile on RunSignup and click Submit Virtual Results https://runsignup.com/Race/RegistrationLookup/?raceId=19533&renderMode=results_mode. Or click here https://runsignup.com/Race/RegistrationLookup/?raceId=19533&renderMode=results_mode to find your name, where you can also find the Submit Virtual Results option.
*Race shirts and swag come with ALL race registrations, virtual or live. Must register by Thursday, August 1, to receive your shirt size on race weekend.
TEAM INFORMATION
Create/Join a Fundraising Team https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/19533/BecomeFundraiser
Participating as a team can be a lot of fun and what a great way to honor a survivor or remember a loved one. It only takes two people to make up a team. To create a team name and create your fundraising page, click here. https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/19533/BecomeFundraiser
AWARDS
LIVE CHIP-TIMED 5K AWARDS
Individual 5k Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male / Female
Overall Masters Male / Female
Top 3 Male/Female Age Group Awards:
8 and under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Overall and age-group awards will not be duplicated.
TEAM 5K AWARDS:
Fastest Overall Team
Largest Overall Team
ABOUT CRISIS CENTER INC.
Just A Call Away 5k benefits CRISIS CENTER, INC. http://crisiscenterbham.org, which serves the unmet needs of people experiencing personal crisis or mental health issues and respond with services that promote coping, emotional health and well being.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
All race entries are non-transferable and non-refundable. The event will occur rain or shine, hot or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. All plans are subject to change contingent upon state and local restrictions at time of event. In that event of a cancellation, there will be no refunds. Entry fees will be considered a donation to Crisis Center, Inc.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024
AT PATRIOT PARK IN WONDERFUL WEST HOMEWOOD
Crisis Center, Inc. is proud to present the tenth annual Just A Call Away! This year, participants have three options to join us: a live chip-timed 5K, an in-person fun run, or a virtual 5K. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome.
RACE DAY
CHIP-TIMED OPTION
Join us for the in-person 5K and fun run option on August 17th. Located at Patriot Park in wonderful West Homewood.
PACKET PICKUP AND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
Location: Trak Shak, 2839 18th St. S, Homewood, 35209
Packet Pickup: 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024
Location: Patriot Park, 710 Oak Grove Rd., Homewood, 35209
Packet Pickup: 6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
5K Start: 8:00 a.m.
Fun Run Start: 9:00 a.m.
5K Awards Ceremony: 9:30 a.m.
COURSE MAP
Click here for detailed 5K map: 5K map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4272773950
Or for the Fun Run: Fun Run map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4878126991
VIRTUAL 5K
What is the Virtual 5K? For this year's virtual option, participants will run or walk 5K (3.1 miles) anytime before or on August 17th.
How to Submit Virtual Results: To enter the time for your virtual 5K, visit your profile on RunSignup and click Submit Virtual Results https://runsignup.com/Race/RegistrationLookup/?raceId=19533&renderMode=results_mode. Or click here https://runsignup.com/Race/RegistrationLookup/?raceId=19533&renderMode=results_mode to find your name, where you can also find the Submit Virtual Results option.
*Race shirts and swag come with ALL race registrations, virtual or live. Must register by Thursday, August 1, to receive your shirt size on race weekend.
TEAM INFORMATION
Create/Join a Fundraising Team https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/19533/BecomeFundraiser
Participating as a team can be a lot of fun and what a great way to honor a survivor or remember a loved one. It only takes two people to make up a team. To create a team name and create your fundraising page, click here. https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/19533/BecomeFundraiser
AWARDS
LIVE CHIP-TIMED 5K AWARDS
Individual 5k Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male / Female
Overall Masters Male / Female
Top 3 Male/Female Age Group Awards:
8 and under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Overall and age-group awards will not be duplicated.
TEAM 5K AWARDS:
Fastest Overall Team
Largest Overall Team
ABOUT CRISIS CENTER INC.
Just A Call Away 5k benefits CRISIS CENTER, INC. http://crisiscenterbham.org, which serves the unmet needs of people experiencing personal crisis or mental health issues and respond with services that promote coping, emotional health and well being.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
All race entries are non-transferable and non-refundable. The event will occur rain or shine, hot or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. All plans are subject to change contingent upon state and local restrictions at time of event. In that event of a cancellation, there will be no refunds. Entry fees will be considered a donation to Crisis Center, Inc.
Location
710 Oak Grove Road, Homewood, 35209, AL, United States
Just A Call Away 5k
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