PS 199 RUN HARD, BE KIND Spring 5k
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Hurley, New York
$35.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the PS 199 RUN HARD, BE KIND Spring 5K on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in beautiful Hurley, Ulster! This exciting event invites families and friends to run, jog, walk, or cheer on participants as they aim to raise over $10,000 for vital programs and activities at PS 199. The race kicks off at 10:30 AM, following an energizing warm-up led by the school's gym teacher, Mr. Miller.
Participants can choose between a 5K route that takes them through scenic Riverside Park or opt for a shorter 1K course for younger ones. Regardless of the distance, everyone is encouraged to join in on the fun, as 100% of the proceeds support art, music, and educational programs at the school. With early check-in, healthy snacks, and a post-race celebration at Pier I Cafe, it's an event you won't want to miss. Sign up now to be part of this fantastic community gathering where fitness meets philanthropy!
Participants can choose between a 5K route that takes them through scenic Riverside Park or opt for a shorter 1K course for younger ones. Regardless of the distance, everyone is encouraged to join in on the fun, as 100% of the proceeds support art, music, and educational programs at the school. With early check-in, healthy snacks, and a post-race celebration at Pier I Cafe, it's an event you won't want to miss. Sign up now to be part of this fantastic community gathering where fitness meets philanthropy!
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PS 199 Run Hard/Be Kind! Spring 5k - In-person Sunday, May 19
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$35.00
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PS 199 Run Hard/Be Kind! Spring 5k VIRTUAL OPTION
VirtualEntries closed10:00 AM EDT
$35.00
Organiser's description
PS 199 Community,
You are invited to our PS 199 Spring 2024 5K race!!!
Come out with families and friends to run, jog, walk, or just to cheer! Our *goal* for this race is to have fun while raising over $10,000 for PS 199 to fund programs, activities, staff, supplies, and technology for our school community. We had an AMAZING and fun-filled event last year and we hope this will be even better!!!
When: May 19 (rain or shine!)
9:30-10:00 - Early check-in / fuel-up with a healthy snack provided by us!
10:00 - Check-in and get your pre-race giveaway
10:15am - Guided stretch and warm-up on pier: led by P.S. 199's gym teacher Mr. Miller!
10:30am Race start!
11:30am Awards ceremony
11:45pm Post-race hangout: after the race grab a bite at pier i caf'e or just hang out there for a post-race party
If you cannot attend the in-person race, you can sign up for the virtual option above.
Where: Start/finish @ pier i cafe (Riverside Park South) enter @ w 68th st and Riverside and walk down the ramp!
Race route: From pier i cafe, head south for 0.3 miles, turn and come back (1K). Youre welcome to end there, especially if you have very young ones participating, but you will not be eligible for awards. Everyone else will head north to the tunnel just past the old Boathouse, up the hill toward the Conservatory Garden, turn at mile 2 near Hippo Playground, and head back to the finish behind Pier i. (Turns will be marked and volunteers will be present to guide racers.) We will provide an aid station at Mile 2 and lots of cheering along the route!
Restrooms are available at the start/finish and along the route at parks.
How to register
Sign up above for the in-person event or for the "virtual" event to run your own route on your own time.
Same-day registration will be available by Venmo only: https://rb.gy/jsvls
ADVANCE ENTRY FEE: $35 per participant
RACE DAY FEE: $45 per participant
More reasons to register
++ The first 150 local entrants will get an awesome eco-friendly giveaway!!! (Sorry, we cant cover the cost of shipping for friends/fam from afar!)
++ The class with the highest percentage of participation will get a PRIZE to celebrate!
Frequently asked questions
Q: Can I participate even if I cant attend?
A: Yes! Students, families and friends of PS 199 can take part in the 5K by: Sponsoring a student, or adult, or even a teacher.
Q: May I walk?
A: YES! This event is for all levels of abilities: Run, walk, jog, skip, or even scoot (for younger kids).
Q: How much of the registration fee is donated to the school?
A: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to PS 199. This funds our Music, New York Scholastic Chess Club, Center for Architecture Architecture Foundation, New York Philharmonic School Partnership Program, National Dance Institute, Wingspan Arts NY Sunworks (Science Center) and Hydroponic Garden, staff, supplies, and more!
Q: What is the Processing Fee?
A: The fee covers the credit card transaction when you register for this event.
Q: What if I have more than one child at PS 199 that is participating?
A: During registration, you can select multiple teachers from the list.
Q: Can I invite friends and relatives?
A: YES! Share the information with them and have FUN!
Q: What if I have more questions?
A: Contact Noah Strote or Jeff Gurwin on Konstella!
You are invited to our PS 199 Spring 2024 5K race!!!
Come out with families and friends to run, jog, walk, or just to cheer! Our *goal* for this race is to have fun while raising over $10,000 for PS 199 to fund programs, activities, staff, supplies, and technology for our school community. We had an AMAZING and fun-filled event last year and we hope this will be even better!!!
When: May 19 (rain or shine!)
9:30-10:00 - Early check-in / fuel-up with a healthy snack provided by us!
10:00 - Check-in and get your pre-race giveaway
10:15am - Guided stretch and warm-up on pier: led by P.S. 199's gym teacher Mr. Miller!
10:30am Race start!
11:30am Awards ceremony
11:45pm Post-race hangout: after the race grab a bite at pier i caf'e or just hang out there for a post-race party
If you cannot attend the in-person race, you can sign up for the virtual option above.
Where: Start/finish @ pier i cafe (Riverside Park South) enter @ w 68th st and Riverside and walk down the ramp!
Race route: From pier i cafe, head south for 0.3 miles, turn and come back (1K). Youre welcome to end there, especially if you have very young ones participating, but you will not be eligible for awards. Everyone else will head north to the tunnel just past the old Boathouse, up the hill toward the Conservatory Garden, turn at mile 2 near Hippo Playground, and head back to the finish behind Pier i. (Turns will be marked and volunteers will be present to guide racers.) We will provide an aid station at Mile 2 and lots of cheering along the route!
Restrooms are available at the start/finish and along the route at parks.
How to register
Sign up above for the in-person event or for the "virtual" event to run your own route on your own time.
Same-day registration will be available by Venmo only: https://rb.gy/jsvls
ADVANCE ENTRY FEE: $35 per participant
RACE DAY FEE: $45 per participant
More reasons to register
++ The first 150 local entrants will get an awesome eco-friendly giveaway!!! (Sorry, we cant cover the cost of shipping for friends/fam from afar!)
++ The class with the highest percentage of participation will get a PRIZE to celebrate!
Frequently asked questions
Q: Can I participate even if I cant attend?
A: Yes! Students, families and friends of PS 199 can take part in the 5K by: Sponsoring a student, or adult, or even a teacher.
Q: May I walk?
A: YES! This event is for all levels of abilities: Run, walk, jog, skip, or even scoot (for younger kids).
Q: How much of the registration fee is donated to the school?
A: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to PS 199. This funds our Music, New York Scholastic Chess Club, Center for Architecture Architecture Foundation, New York Philharmonic School Partnership Program, National Dance Institute, Wingspan Arts NY Sunworks (Science Center) and Hydroponic Garden, staff, supplies, and more!
Q: What is the Processing Fee?
A: The fee covers the credit card transaction when you register for this event.
Q: What if I have more than one child at PS 199 that is participating?
A: During registration, you can select multiple teachers from the list.
Q: Can I invite friends and relatives?
A: YES! Share the information with them and have FUN!
Q: What if I have more questions?
A: Contact Noah Strote or Jeff Gurwin on Konstella!
Location
Pier i cafe @ Riverside Park South, New York, 10023, NY, United States
PS 199 RUN HARD, BE KIND Spring 5k
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