Wobble Before You Gobble: 5K and Kids' Dash
- Date Sun 19th November 2023
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Malden, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to Wobble Before You Gobble at the annual Thanksgiving 5K and Kids' Dash event happening on Sunday, November 19, 2023, in Malden, Middlesex! This upbeat community event invites families to come together for a delightful morning filled with fun, fitness, and philanthropy. Participants can choose to run in the 5K race, which kicks off at 10 a.m., or let the little ones dash at 9:30 a.m. in a special race designed for kids aged 10 and under.
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of running, but you will also be making a meaningful impact by supporting local charities such as Bread of Life and Mystic Valley YMCA. With a goal to raise $2,000, every registration contributes to these wonderful organizations that promote food security, health, and wellness in the community. Don't forget to register early to secure your preferred t-shirt size and consider bringing along non-perishable food items for donation. Join us for this exciting event and help us strengthen our community while celebrating the spirit of Thanksgiving!
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of running, but you will also be making a meaningful impact by supporting local charities such as Bread of Life and Mystic Valley YMCA. With a goal to raise $2,000, every registration contributes to these wonderful organizations that promote food security, health, and wellness in the community. Don't forget to register early to secure your preferred t-shirt size and consider bringing along non-perishable food items for donation. Join us for this exciting event and help us strengthen our community while celebrating the spirit of Thanksgiving!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DETAILS
This November, wobble with Run Club of Malden before you gobble with family and friends! Join us for our annual Thanksgiving event and help raise money for some great local organizations: Bread of Life [http://www.breadoflifemalden.org/], a local nonprofit that provides free food to economically struggling and disadvantaged families, individuals, youth and senior citizens in Boston's metro-north region; and Mystic Valley YMCA [https://mv-ymca.org/give-back/give], a community focused nonprofit that focuses on health, food security, wellness, and recreation for all ages.
Wobble Before You Gobble 2024 includes a 5K race and a kids' dash (best for ages 10 and under). Bring the family and strengthen our community by contributing to a great cause! 5K PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BEFORE NOVEMBER 1 WILL BE GUARANTEED THEIR CHOICE SIZE FOR A T-SHIRT.
The kids' dash will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 10 a.m.
HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
All donations will support our two named charities, Bread of Life and Mystic Valley YMCA. A portion of all race proceeds will also go to these two great organizations that support our local community. Our goal is to donate $2,000. If you'd like to contribute, please visit the Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/MA/Malden/WobbleBeforeYouGobble5KFunRunandKidsDash] page or enter a dollar amount during the registration process.
A collection bin will also be on site for donating food (unopened and unexpired) and other items, such as pasta sauce, cereal, canned vegetables, toothpaste and socks. Visit Bread of Life's website [http://www.breadoflifemalden.org/donate] for a full list of suggestions.
WANT TO VOLUNTEER ON RACE WEEKEND?
If you'd like to participate and help out but can't run or donate, consider volunteering with us! Volunteers help us make sure the event runs smoothly and is fun for our runners. COMPLETE THE VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWEsAGWNjCjGYcV8VFkyziIFzihDWLf4Mu5RIFwrrToYnxPw/viewform?usp=sf_link], and we'll be in touch with more information to confirm your volunteer duties.
ABOUT RUN CLUB OF MALDEN
Run Club of Malden [https://rcmalden.com/]s mission is to combine camaraderie, running and community service in a fun and welcoming environment. We believe diversity makes the world and the sport of running more interesting; that if you run, you are a runner; that runners at different experience and pace levels learn from one another; that we have a responsibility to give back to the communities whose paths we frequent; and that there is nothing more fun than logging miles with friends. We're committed to making the sport of running inclusive, welcoming and accessible to all.
This November, wobble with Run Club of Malden before you gobble with family and friends! Join us for our annual Thanksgiving event and help raise money for some great local organizations: Bread of Life [http://www.breadoflifemalden.org/], a local nonprofit that provides free food to economically struggling and disadvantaged families, individuals, youth and senior citizens in Boston's metro-north region; and Mystic Valley YMCA [https://mv-ymca.org/give-back/give], a community focused nonprofit that focuses on health, food security, wellness, and recreation for all ages.
Wobble Before You Gobble 2024 includes a 5K race and a kids' dash (best for ages 10 and under). Bring the family and strengthen our community by contributing to a great cause! 5K PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BEFORE NOVEMBER 1 WILL BE GUARANTEED THEIR CHOICE SIZE FOR A T-SHIRT.
The kids' dash will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 10 a.m.
HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
All donations will support our two named charities, Bread of Life and Mystic Valley YMCA. A portion of all race proceeds will also go to these two great organizations that support our local community. Our goal is to donate $2,000. If you'd like to contribute, please visit the Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/MA/Malden/WobbleBeforeYouGobble5KFunRunandKidsDash] page or enter a dollar amount during the registration process.
A collection bin will also be on site for donating food (unopened and unexpired) and other items, such as pasta sauce, cereal, canned vegetables, toothpaste and socks. Visit Bread of Life's website [http://www.breadoflifemalden.org/donate] for a full list of suggestions.
WANT TO VOLUNTEER ON RACE WEEKEND?
If you'd like to participate and help out but can't run or donate, consider volunteering with us! Volunteers help us make sure the event runs smoothly and is fun for our runners. COMPLETE THE VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWEsAGWNjCjGYcV8VFkyziIFzihDWLf4Mu5RIFwrrToYnxPw/viewform?usp=sf_link], and we'll be in touch with more information to confirm your volunteer duties.
ABOUT RUN CLUB OF MALDEN
Run Club of Malden [https://rcmalden.com/]s mission is to combine camaraderie, running and community service in a fun and welcoming environment. We believe diversity makes the world and the sport of running more interesting; that if you run, you are a runner; that runners at different experience and pace levels learn from one another; that we have a responsibility to give back to the communities whose paths we frequent; and that there is nothing more fun than logging miles with friends. We're committed to making the sport of running inclusive, welcoming and accessible to all.
Races
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5k
Includes T-Shirt
Sun 19th November 2023 (10:00AM EST)
$40.00
CLOSEDThis year's 5K route is a scenic loop around Malden geared toward runners of all levels. Run whatever pace you're comfortable with and connect with your fellow Wobblers! 5K participants will receive a t-shirt, swag bag, and entry to our after-party (details forthcoming) with your registration. Registration Costs: Early bird: $32 before August 31 Standard: $35 from September 1 - October 31 Last Chance: $40 from November 1 - November 19 -
Kids' Dash
Sun 19th November 2023 (9:30AM EST)
Free
CLOSEDThe kids' dash will be a short course approximately 200 meters (kids will run around a block, all on sidewalk). This event is best for ages 10 and under.
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