Run For His Life: A Group Run and Short Film Screening
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Past event
6:30 AM EDT
Montclair, New Jersey
$11.60 · 1 race
Event summary
Join Fleet Feet Montclair and the Montclair Public Library on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, for the inspiring event "Run For His Life: A Group Run and Short Film Screening" in Montclair, Essex. This uplifting gathering combines a community group run with a screening of the poignant short film _Run For His Life_, which tells the powerful story of marathoner Pete Monsanto Jr. and his lifelong journey impacted by his father's incarceration. After the film, attendees are invited to participate in a thought-provoking discussion led by Judge Victoria Pratt, focusing on the ripple effects of mass incarceration on children and families.
Not only will this event promote community spirit through physical activity, but 100% of the registration fees will also be donated to the Montclair Public Library, making it a wonderful opportunity to support local initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a meaningful way to connect with others, come out to this special event and be part of a conversation that matters!
Not only will this event promote community spirit through physical activity, but 100% of the registration fees will also be donated to the Montclair Public Library, making it a wonderful opportunity to support local initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a meaningful way to connect with others, come out to this special event and be part of a conversation that matters!
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Join Fleet Feet Montclair and the Montclair Public Library for a group run, screening of the short film _Run For His Life, _about a marathoner who runs for his imprisoned father, and a post-screening discussion.
100% of registration fees will be donated to the Montclair Public Library.
ABOUT _RUN FOR HIS LIFE_
At first glance, Repeter Pete Monsanto lives a glamorous life a celebrity photographer who works with boldface names like Meek Mill, Rick Ross, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, Big Sean and others. But look deeper and you will see a man with a father-sized hole in his life. When he was just six years old, Petes father, Peter Monsanto, was arrested and convicted of racketeering and sentenced to life without parole.
Pete remembers vividly when he was just six years old and law enforcement burst into his home in the middle of the night and took his father away. Life had been good for him before that his family lived in the luxury that comes with being the son of a drug kingpin courtside seats at Madison Square Garden, great clothes, etc. Although Pete Sr. was running a criminal enterprise, he was also a constant and reliable presence in his sons life.
When youre that young, you dont know what your Dad does for a living, you just love him. When his dad was sent away, Petes life changed dramatically. His mom worked hard to hold the family together, in spite of a difficult journey that included bouts of entanglement in the shelter system. Its a common tale for the children of the incarcerated, for whom Pete is now an advocate.
He is a board advisor for We Got Us Now - a movement built by, led by & about CoIP (Children of Incarcerated Parents). For over 30 years, Pete and his father have worked to maintain a long distance relationship, mostly by weekly phone conversations. Since Pete Sr.'s incarceration he has maintained a disciplined routine, keeping mind and body strong while running in the prison yard. Trying to be a positive force in his sons life in spite of his criminal past and its consequences. Inspired by his fathers strength and resilience, Pete ran the 2018 NYC marathon.
THE DISCUSSION
The post-film discussion will be led by JUDGE VICTORIA PRATT, who grew up in Montclair (and still lives here), was Chief Judge in Newark Municipal Court and is a nationally recognized expert in procedural justice and alternative sentencing. The discussion will center around how Pete Monsanto Jr. has been impacted by the incarceration of his father for the majority of his life and the collateral consequences of mass incarceration for children and families.
100% of registration fees will be donated to the Montclair Public Library.
ABOUT _RUN FOR HIS LIFE_
At first glance, Repeter Pete Monsanto lives a glamorous life a celebrity photographer who works with boldface names like Meek Mill, Rick Ross, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, Big Sean and others. But look deeper and you will see a man with a father-sized hole in his life. When he was just six years old, Petes father, Peter Monsanto, was arrested and convicted of racketeering and sentenced to life without parole.
Pete remembers vividly when he was just six years old and law enforcement burst into his home in the middle of the night and took his father away. Life had been good for him before that his family lived in the luxury that comes with being the son of a drug kingpin courtside seats at Madison Square Garden, great clothes, etc. Although Pete Sr. was running a criminal enterprise, he was also a constant and reliable presence in his sons life.
When youre that young, you dont know what your Dad does for a living, you just love him. When his dad was sent away, Petes life changed dramatically. His mom worked hard to hold the family together, in spite of a difficult journey that included bouts of entanglement in the shelter system. Its a common tale for the children of the incarcerated, for whom Pete is now an advocate.
He is a board advisor for We Got Us Now - a movement built by, led by & about CoIP (Children of Incarcerated Parents). For over 30 years, Pete and his father have worked to maintain a long distance relationship, mostly by weekly phone conversations. Since Pete Sr.'s incarceration he has maintained a disciplined routine, keeping mind and body strong while running in the prison yard. Trying to be a positive force in his sons life in spite of his criminal past and its consequences. Inspired by his fathers strength and resilience, Pete ran the 2018 NYC marathon.
THE DISCUSSION
The post-film discussion will be led by JUDGE VICTORIA PRATT, who grew up in Montclair (and still lives here), was Chief Judge in Newark Municipal Court and is a nationally recognized expert in procedural justice and alternative sentencing. The discussion will center around how Pete Monsanto Jr. has been impacted by the incarceration of his father for the majority of his life and the collateral consequences of mass incarceration for children and families.
Location
50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, 07042, NJ, United States
Run For His Life: A Group Run and Short Film Screening
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