Jack Rome Memorial 5k
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Wilbraham, Massachusetts
$38.10–$43.40 · 3 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the Jack Rome Memorial 5K on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in the scenic town of Wilbraham, Hampden! This exciting event features a 5K run, a challenging 10K, and a fun 1-mile walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Registration opens bright and early at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM. Take advantage of early bird registration from February 1st to March 23rd for just $30 (or $35 for the 10K), which includes an event t-shirt!
Not only is this event a fantastic way to get active, but it also supports a great cause. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation for TJO Animals, dedicated to helping animals in need at the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center. After the race, enjoy refreshments and celebrate the achievements of top runners and even the top pup! Bring the family, as children under 12 can participate for free. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy, and help make a difference for local animals in need!
Not only is this event a fantastic way to get active, but it also supports a great cause. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation for TJO Animals, dedicated to helping animals in need at the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center. After the race, enjoy refreshments and celebrate the achievements of top runners and even the top pup! Bring the family, as children under 12 can participate for free. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy, and help make a difference for local animals in need!
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Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$43.40
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1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
THE JACK ROME MEMORIAL 5K
SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2024
DESCRIPTION
5K, 10K AND 1 MILE WALK
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:30AM
EVENT KICK OFF AT 10:00AM
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEB 1ST MARCH 23RD $30 (10K -$35), INCLUDES EVENT T-SHIRT
REGISTRATION MARCH 24TH APRIL 28TH $35 (10K - $40), INCLUDES EVENT T-SHIRT
REGISTRATION APRIL 29TH UNTIL DAY OF EVENT - $35 (10K - $40), REGISTRATION STILL OPEN, T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE DAY OF EVENT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
CHILDREN UNDER 12 ARE FREE
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED AFTER THE RACE.
AWARDS FOR TOP DOG, TOP MALE AND TOP FEMALE
WHO WE ARE:
THE FOUNDATION FOR TJO ANIMALS, IS DEDICATED TO RAISING MUCH NEEDED FUNDS TO HELP ANIMALS IN NEED AT THE THOMAS J. O'CONNOR ANIMAL CONTROL AND ADOPTION CENTER, WHICH SERVES THE CITIES OF SPRINGFIELD, HOLYOKE AND CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS. WITH A FOCUS ON PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND GRANTS FOR VETERINARY CARE, THE FOUNDATION HAS HAD A DIRECT IMPACT ON SAVING THE LIVES OF ANIMALS AT THE SHELTER.
YOUR SUPPORT ENABLES THE FOUNDATION TO CONTINUE TO FUND SPECIALIZED SURGERIES AND DIAGNOSTICS, NOW INCLUDING ON-SITE RADIOGRAPHS, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, COMPREHENSIVE TESTING, EMERGENCY CLINICS AS NEEDED, MEDICATIONS AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES, HIGH-QUALITY ON-SITE VETERINARY CARE, ENRICHMENT SUPPLIES THAT PROVIDE COMFORT AND REASSURANCE WHILE IN THE SHELTER, AND MORE.
THE THOMAS J. OCONNOR ANIMAL CONTROL & ADOPTION CENTER AND THE FOUNDATION FOR TJO ANIMALS WORK TOGETHER EVERY DAY TO SAVE THE LIVES OF THOUSANDS OF LOCAL ANIMALS IN NEED. THIS PAST YEAR 1417 ANIMALS FOUND LOVING HOMES, AND 1085 MEDICAL PROCEDURES WERE PERFORMED BY THE TJO VETERINARY TEAM. THE INCREDIBLE ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS RESPONDED TO NEARLY 5,400 CALLS FROM THE COMMUNITY NEEDING ASSISTANCE.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO LEARN MORE ABOUT US BY VISITING OUR WEBSITE AT TJOFOUNDATION.ORG AND TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA TO SEE SOME OF THE IMPACTS OF ALL THE WORK THAT YOU, OUR SUPPORTERS, HAVE HELPED MAKE POSSIBLE.
SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2024
DESCRIPTION
5K, 10K AND 1 MILE WALK
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:30AM
EVENT KICK OFF AT 10:00AM
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEB 1ST MARCH 23RD $30 (10K -$35), INCLUDES EVENT T-SHIRT
REGISTRATION MARCH 24TH APRIL 28TH $35 (10K - $40), INCLUDES EVENT T-SHIRT
REGISTRATION APRIL 29TH UNTIL DAY OF EVENT - $35 (10K - $40), REGISTRATION STILL OPEN, T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE DAY OF EVENT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
CHILDREN UNDER 12 ARE FREE
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED AFTER THE RACE.
AWARDS FOR TOP DOG, TOP MALE AND TOP FEMALE
WHO WE ARE:
THE FOUNDATION FOR TJO ANIMALS, IS DEDICATED TO RAISING MUCH NEEDED FUNDS TO HELP ANIMALS IN NEED AT THE THOMAS J. O'CONNOR ANIMAL CONTROL AND ADOPTION CENTER, WHICH SERVES THE CITIES OF SPRINGFIELD, HOLYOKE AND CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS. WITH A FOCUS ON PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND GRANTS FOR VETERINARY CARE, THE FOUNDATION HAS HAD A DIRECT IMPACT ON SAVING THE LIVES OF ANIMALS AT THE SHELTER.
YOUR SUPPORT ENABLES THE FOUNDATION TO CONTINUE TO FUND SPECIALIZED SURGERIES AND DIAGNOSTICS, NOW INCLUDING ON-SITE RADIOGRAPHS, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, COMPREHENSIVE TESTING, EMERGENCY CLINICS AS NEEDED, MEDICATIONS AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES, HIGH-QUALITY ON-SITE VETERINARY CARE, ENRICHMENT SUPPLIES THAT PROVIDE COMFORT AND REASSURANCE WHILE IN THE SHELTER, AND MORE.
THE THOMAS J. OCONNOR ANIMAL CONTROL & ADOPTION CENTER AND THE FOUNDATION FOR TJO ANIMALS WORK TOGETHER EVERY DAY TO SAVE THE LIVES OF THOUSANDS OF LOCAL ANIMALS IN NEED. THIS PAST YEAR 1417 ANIMALS FOUND LOVING HOMES, AND 1085 MEDICAL PROCEDURES WERE PERFORMED BY THE TJO VETERINARY TEAM. THE INCREDIBLE ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS RESPONDED TO NEARLY 5,400 CALLS FROM THE COMMUNITY NEEDING ASSISTANCE.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO LEARN MORE ABOUT US BY VISITING OUR WEBSITE AT TJOFOUNDATION.ORG AND TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA TO SEE SOME OF THE IMPACTS OF ALL THE WORK THAT YOU, OUR SUPPORTERS, HAVE HELPED MAKE POSSIBLE.
Location
Fountain Park, 883 Tinkham Rd, Wilbraham, 01095, MA, United States
Jack Rome Memorial 5k
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