Turning Point's Tara's 5K Run & Walk
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Sterling Heights, Michigan
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Join us for an inspiring and impactful day at Turning Point's Tara's 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Freedom Hill County Park in Sterling Heights, Macomb! This annual event kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month and honors the memory of Tara, whose tragic story highlights the urgent need for awareness and prevention of domestic violence. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to participate in the 5K, with registration fees starting at just $30 for early registrants until July 31, and $35 from August 1 to September 12. Onsite registration will be available for $40.
The day's festivities begin at 9:00 AM with registration and packet pick-up, followed by opening comments at 10:00 AM, and the race starting at 10:30 AM. After the run, join us for awards based on age groups and enjoy complimentary hot dogs, chips, and beverages provided by Lakepointe Church! This event not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also serves as a crucial reminder of the resources available for survivors of domestic violence. Come be a part of this meaningful event and help make a difference in the lives of those affected!
The day's festivities begin at 9:00 AM with registration and packet pick-up, followed by opening comments at 10:00 AM, and the race starting at 10:30 AM. After the run, join us for awards based on age groups and enjoy complimentary hot dogs, chips, and beverages provided by Lakepointe Church! This event not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also serves as a crucial reminder of the resources available for survivors of domestic violence. Come be a part of this meaningful event and help make a difference in the lives of those affected!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR TURNING POINT'S ANNUAL TARA'S 5K RUN & WALK.
You're invited to participate in Turning Point's signature event kicking off domestic violence awareness month which is observed in October. This event is Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Freedom Hill County Park located at 14900 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights, MI, 48312.
$30.00 EARLY REGISTRATION NOW - JULY 31
$35.00 AUGUST 1 - SEPT 12
$40.00 ONSITE REGISTRATION
ABOUT TARA: Turning Point and Tara's sister formed a partnership to honor her memory after Tara was tragically murdered in Macomb County by her husband in 2007. Sharing Tara's life story through this partnership increases awareness about the prevalence and dangers of domestic violence and helps prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy.
ABOUT TURNING POINT: Turning Point provides comprehensive, free, and confidential programs for domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking survivors, their loved ones, and the community. Services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, housing, trauma advocacy/counseling, personal protection order assistance, legal advocacy, forensic nurse exams, first response advocacy, prevention, and community education. Second Hand Rose, another Turning Point service, provides survivors with gently used items while providing an opportunity for the community to donate and shop. Serving Metro Detroit for more than 44 years, Turning Point has helped over 125,000 survivors.
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
9:00 AM: REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP
10:00 AM: OPENING COMMENTS
10:30 AM: 5K BEGINS
11:30 AM: AWARDS FOR AGE GROUPS
FOLLOWING THE 5K, COMPLIMENTARY HOT DOGS, CHIPS AND BEVERAGES ARE PROVIDED BY LAKEPOINTE CHURCH
Event activities are located under the large covered pavilion. Free parking is available in lots adjacent to the pavilion.
You're invited to participate in Turning Point's signature event kicking off domestic violence awareness month which is observed in October. This event is Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Freedom Hill County Park located at 14900 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights, MI, 48312.
$30.00 EARLY REGISTRATION NOW - JULY 31
$35.00 AUGUST 1 - SEPT 12
$40.00 ONSITE REGISTRATION
ABOUT TARA: Turning Point and Tara's sister formed a partnership to honor her memory after Tara was tragically murdered in Macomb County by her husband in 2007. Sharing Tara's life story through this partnership increases awareness about the prevalence and dangers of domestic violence and helps prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy.
ABOUT TURNING POINT: Turning Point provides comprehensive, free, and confidential programs for domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking survivors, their loved ones, and the community. Services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, housing, trauma advocacy/counseling, personal protection order assistance, legal advocacy, forensic nurse exams, first response advocacy, prevention, and community education. Second Hand Rose, another Turning Point service, provides survivors with gently used items while providing an opportunity for the community to donate and shop. Serving Metro Detroit for more than 44 years, Turning Point has helped over 125,000 survivors.
EVENT DAY INFORMATION
9:00 AM: REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP
10:00 AM: OPENING COMMENTS
10:30 AM: 5K BEGINS
11:30 AM: AWARDS FOR AGE GROUPS
FOLLOWING THE 5K, COMPLIMENTARY HOT DOGS, CHIPS AND BEVERAGES ARE PROVIDED BY LAKEPOINTE CHURCH
Event activities are located under the large covered pavilion. Free parking is available in lots adjacent to the pavilion.
Races
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Tara's 5K Run & Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
9:00 am - Registration & Packet Pick-up Begins 10:00 am - Opening Comments 10:30 am - Run & Walk Begin 11:00 am - Age Awards Presented Following the 5K, complimentary hot dogs, chips and beverages are provided by Lakepointe Church Event activities are located under the large covered pavilion. Free parking is available in lots adjacent to the pavilion.
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