Sherrill Fireworks Run: In Memory of Dwight L. Evans
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Time 8:45AM EST
- Location Sherrill, New York
- Price Free - $28.15
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Sherrill Fireworks Run: In Memory of Dwight L. Evans on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the charming city of Sherrill, Oneida. This uplifting 5K run/walk celebrates the legacy of Dwight L. Evans, a beloved former mayor and the visionary behind the first fireworks display at the gazebo. A lifelong resident of Sherrill, Dwight was deeply committed to his community, playing a pivotal role in establishing the Sherrill Gazebo as a hub for local events and concerts since 1989.
Participants of all ages are invited to honor Dwight’s memory while enjoying a spirited day of running or walking. Plus, all proceeds from the event will support the Sherrill Kenwood Library and the Greater VVS Community, ensuring that his dedication to education and community spirit continues to thrive. Don’t miss out on this special occasion filled with camaraderie, joy, and a shared love for community!
Participants of all ages are invited to honor Dwight’s memory while enjoying a spirited day of running or walking. Plus, all proceeds from the event will support the Sherrill Kenwood Library and the Greater VVS Community, ensuring that his dedication to education and community spirit continues to thrive. Don’t miss out on this special occasion filled with camaraderie, joy, and a shared love for community!
Organiser's Description
THIS 5K RUN/WALK IS IN MEMORY OF DWIGHT L. EVANS, FORMER MAYOR OF SHERRILL AND ORGANIZER OF THE FIRST FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT THE GAZEBO. HE WAS AN AVID READER AND LIFE LONG RESIDENT OF SHERRILL WHO WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN SECURING FUNDS AND PLANS FOR THE SHERRILL GAZEBO, A PLACE OF COMMUNITY EVENTS AND CONCERTS SINCE 1989.
DWIGHT'S GRANDCHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN RUNNING EVENTS AND HE WAS THERE TO CHEER THEM ON AT MANY OF THEIR RACES.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE FIREWORKS RUN WILL BENEFIT THE SHERRILL KENWOOD LIBRARY AND THE GREATER VVS COMMUNITY.
DWIGHT'S GRANDCHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN RUNNING EVENTS AND HE WAS THERE TO CHEER THEM ON AT MANY OF THEIR RACES.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE FIREWORKS RUN WILL BENEFIT THE SHERRILL KENWOOD LIBRARY AND THE GREATER VVS COMMUNITY.
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