Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race
- Date Sat 9th November 2024
- Location Meriden, Connecticut
- Price Free - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, in Meriden, South Central Connecticut, for the 2nd Annual Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race. This event honors the memory of Bobby Lynes, a beloved member of the community who dedicated his life to volunteering and supporting various organizations in Meriden. The race features a 5K run/walk, with a kids Fun Run kicking off the day. All proceeds from the event will go towards The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park, a place Bobby cherished. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate Bobby's legacy and support a great cause. Register online now and secure your spot for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Let's come together to honor a true Meriden hero!
Organiser's Description
The 2nd Annual Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race is a 5K run/walk race with a kids Fun Run just before. It is being held in memory of Bobby Lynes who was a lifelong resident of Meriden.
In high school Bob ran on the track team at Orville H. Platt High School. Throughout his life he volunteered in Meriden for many different organizations such as:
* The Meriden Daffodil Festival
* The Meriden Men's Softball League
* The Meriden Girls Softball League
* The Meriden Soccer League
* Boy Scout Troop 43
* Castle Craig Playhouse
* Francis T. Maloney High School Props and Paints
* The Francis T. Maloney Marching Band Pit Crew
Monetary donations and proceeds from this road race will go into The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park. We hope you can join us in honoring him and his dedication to the city and park that he loved, Meridens beautiful Hubbard Park.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Participant check in opens 8:00 am
* Kids Fun Run start 9:15 am
* 5K Road Race start 9:30 am
ENTRY - ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
* 5K - $25 for registrations before September 30, $30 for registrations before November 1. Thereafter $35 (NOTE: REGISTRATION IS VIA THIS ONLINE PORTAL ONLY)
* Kids Run - Free
T-Shirts for all 5K registrants before October 19, 2024
AWARDS
* Top 3 men from each age group
* Top 3 woman from each age group
Gift cards and baskets raffle after the race. Free raffle ticket for each race registrant.
In high school Bob ran on the track team at Orville H. Platt High School. Throughout his life he volunteered in Meriden for many different organizations such as:
* The Meriden Daffodil Festival
* The Meriden Men's Softball League
* The Meriden Girls Softball League
* The Meriden Soccer League
* Boy Scout Troop 43
* Castle Craig Playhouse
* Francis T. Maloney High School Props and Paints
* The Francis T. Maloney Marching Band Pit Crew
Monetary donations and proceeds from this road race will go into The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park. We hope you can join us in honoring him and his dedication to the city and park that he loved, Meridens beautiful Hubbard Park.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Participant check in opens 8:00 am
* Kids Fun Run start 9:15 am
* 5K Road Race start 9:30 am
ENTRY - ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
* 5K - $25 for registrations before September 30, $30 for registrations before November 1. Thereafter $35 (NOTE: REGISTRATION IS VIA THIS ONLINE PORTAL ONLY)
* Kids Run - Free
T-Shirts for all 5K registrants before October 19, 2024
AWARDS
* Top 3 men from each age group
* Top 3 woman from each age group
Gift cards and baskets raffle after the race. Free raffle ticket for each race registrant.
Races
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5k
Includes Race T-Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024
$30.00
CLOSED -
Kids Run
Sat 9th November 2024
Free
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