PHN Charitable Foundation's Lewistown Read & Run 5k Run/Walk (CANCELLED )

Saturday, May 18, 2024 Past event
10:30 AM EDT
Lewistown, Pennsylvania
$27.75–$38.35 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting community event at the inaugural Lewistown Read & Run 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 18, 2024! This vibrant race will take place at the Lewistown Community Health Center, located at 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, PA. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are invited to join in the fun while supporting literacy initiatives that benefit the community. The picturesque 5K course winds through the charming streets of Yeagertown, PA, offering beautiful mountain views along the way.

Participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race celebration featuring awards for top finishers, a live DJ, delicious food, and a special children's book drive. Bring a new or lightly used children’s book to donate and receive a free ticket for the exciting 50/50 cash draw! With registration available until May 17th, there's no better time to secure your spot in this uplifting event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit. Join us and make a difference while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and joy!

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Races

  • Lewistown Read & Run WALK

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & Cooling Scarf

    Walkers route follows the same route as the Runners route, just 1 mile shorter. Registration begins at 9am at the PHN Charitable Foundation office, first floor, Lewistown Community Health Center. Race begins at 10:30am.

    10:30 AM EDT

    $27.75

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  • Lewistown Read & Run 5k

    Incl. $3.35 Fee & Cooling Scarf

    Registration begins at 9am at the PHN Charitable Foundation office, first floor, Lewistown Community Health Center. Race begins at 10:30am.

    10:30 AM EDT

    $38.35

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

JOIN US FOR THE FIRST EVER LEWISTOWN READ & RUN 5K RUN/WALK AND BOOK DRIVE!

The Lewistown Read & Run is a vibrant 5k Run/Walk hosted by the PHN Charitable Foundation https://www.primary-health.net/our-foundation, benefiting our literacy initiatives in the community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply seeking a leisurely stroll, there's something for everyone at the Read & Run! Join us for the festivities at The Lewistown Community Health Center https://www.primary-health.net/locations/lewistown-health-centers/lewistown-community-health-center, located at 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, PA, on May 18, 2024. Your participation in this inaugural Read & Run isn't just a runit's an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary! By joining us, you play a pivotal role in supporting our literacy initiatives across the counties served by Primary Health Network https://www.primary-health.net.

With picturesque views of the surrounding mountains, the Lewistown Read & Run guides you through the charming side streets of Yeagertown, PA. Hills and inclines add an exciting challenge to the race. The race begins and ends at the Lewistown Community Health Center on Derry Heights Blvd.

Our post-race celebration features an awards ceremony, live DJ, light meal, children's book drive, and a 50/50 cash draw! Any participant who brings a new or lightly used children's book as a donation to our Little Free Librarytrade mark at Kish Park https://derrytwp.info/kish-park will receive one free ticket for the 50/50 drawing, when you purchase one set of 5! Limit one of each ticket per participant, but feel free to donate as many books as you'd like. Price of the 50/50 cash draw: 5 tickets for $10.

Come create lasting memories with us, knowing that your involvement is a catalyst for positive change in our community! Prepare for an unforgettable event that blends the joy of reading with the warmth of community connection! Help us spread the love of reading with children throughout the 16 counties of Pennsylvania and one county in Ohio that are served by Primary Health Network!

For more information on PHN Charitable Foundation and our programs, please visit our website https://www.primary-health.net/our-foundation.



READ & RUN 2024 | REGISTRATION & PRICING

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL FRIDAY, MAY 17TH, 11:59 PM. You may also register on the day of the event between 9:00 am & 10:00 am at Primary Health Network's Lewistown Community Health Center, PHNCF office, first floor. Early bird registration discounts are available, and the pricing schedule is listed below, so secure your spot now!

* Now - March 31st: 5k - $30 | Just Walk - $20
* April 1st - April 30th: 5k - $35 | Just Walk - $25
* May 1st - May 18th: 5k - $40 | Just Walk- $30

REFER TWO FRIENDS & YOU COULD WIN A $100 GIFT CARD FROM WEIS MARKETS OF CENTRAL PA!
Now through May 17th, you can earn a chance to win a $100 gift card from Weis Markets of Central PA for every two people you refer who participate in our inaugural Read & Run event on May 18th!

How it works When you sign up for our race at the full registration price, you will receive a unique coupon code to share with friends, family, and co-workers. Anyone you refer will have 72 hours to use this coupon code to sign up for the race and receive 50% off their fees! For every two participants you refer, you will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 gift card from Weis Markets of Central PA! Theres no limit on how many entries you can receive!

All participants, including those already pre-registered for the Read & Run, are eligible for this promotion! Referred racers are even eligible if they refer two people.

If youve already registered, email Courtney Musser at [email protected] for assistance.



READ & RUN 2024 | RACE INFORMATION

For 2024, the event will start at 10:30 a.m. at Primary Health Network's Lewistown Community Health Center, 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, PA. To ensure all participants have a great race, please line up according to your anticipated race pace within your registration.

5K | This is built for those in the group who plan to run the entire race. ONLY PARTICIPANTS IN THE 5K RUN WILL RECEIVE A TIMING CHIP.

JUST WALK | This option is built for those who don't wish to run but still want to participate in the event. If your plan is to just walk with family and friends and support PHN Charitable Foundation, then this option is for you! If you register for this choice, please line up toward the rear of the race. WALKERS WILL NOT RECEIVE A TIMING CHIP.

PARKING | Ample parking will be available in the Lewistown Community Health Center Parking lot.



READ & RUN 2024 | SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15TH | Packet Pick Up at Lewistown Community Health Center Conference Room, located at 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, PA 17099, from 9am to 6pm.

SATURDAY, MAY 18TH | Race Day: Lewistown Community Health Center PHN Charitable Foundation Office, First Floor, located at 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, PA, from 9:00am to 10:00am.

10:30 AM - 5k & Just Walk shotgun start

11:15 AM - Post Race Food & Award Ceremony

* Overall top finishers as well as Men's, Women's, and Non-Binary top finishers
* Live DJ from 10:30 AM until Read & Run 2024 concludes!

11:30 AM - 50/50 Cash Drawing



READ & RUN 2024 | GIVEAWAY

ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING AS PART OF THEIR RACE ENTRY:

* A cooling scarf for use after the race to help you cool down! A tub of water will be placed at the finish line so you can activate your scarf immediately after the race. While supplies last.
* Book Lover's Lunch provided by Milroy Deli
* Opportunity to snap a selfie at our selfie station!



READ & RUN 2024 | LUNCH ONLY OPTION

Lunch is provided which includes subs from Milroy Deli and other accompaniments. If you are not a race participant but would like to join us for the meal, the price is $12 per person. For more information or to register, please visit our lunch sponsor website https://phncharitablefoundation.salsalabs.org/ReadRunLunchRegistration/index.html.



READ & RUN 2024 | CHILDREN'S BOOK DRIVE

The PHN Charitable Foundation is always looking for new or lightly used children's book to fill our Little Free Librarytrade mark located at Kish Park. Please consider dropping a few books into our donation box while you are here!



READ & RUN 2024 | 50/50 CASH DRAWING

All Participants 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER may purchase tickets for our 50/50 cash drawing. Tickets are 5 for $10 and there is no limit on how many you can purchase!

If you bring a new or lightly used children's book to contribute to our book drive, you get 1 FREE 50/50 TICKET when you purchase one set of 5! LIMIT 1 FREE TICKET per person, but feel free to donate as many books as you'd like! Same day ticket purchases for the 50/50 drawing are CASH ONLY.



READ & RUN 2024 | PACKET PICK-UP OPTIONS

EARLY PICK-UP OPTION:

* DATE | Wednesday, May 15th, 2024
* TIME | 9am to 6pm
* LOCATION | Primary Health Network Lewistown Community Health Center | Conference Room | 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, Pa 17044

RACE DAY PICK-UP:

* DATE | Saturday, May 18, 2024
* TIME | 9:00 am to 10:00 am
* LOCATION | Primary Health Network Lewistown Community Health Center | Conference Room | 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, Pa 17044



READ & RUN 2024 | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please bring cash or a credit card for any payments. Please note: 50/50 Cash Drawing ticket purchases are CASH ONLY. Please remember, that while we welcome your pet to our event, there are no pets allowed inside the Primary Health Network's Lewistown Community Health Center.



READ & RUN 2024 | SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

FIND OUT HOW YOUR ORGANIZATION CAN SPONSOR THE READ & RUN EVENT by visiting our sponsor sign-up page https://phncharitablefoundation.salsalabs.org/ReadandRun/index.htmlor calling 724-981-2875, ext. 2100.

Stay tuned to all of our exciting news by visiting our Facebook page! All proceeds will benefit the literacy program initiatives at PHN Charitable Foundation. To learn more about our programs, please visit our website. https://www.primary-health.net/our-foundation

Location

Lewistown Community Health Center, 106 Derry Heights Blvd, Lewistown, 17044, PA, United States

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