Register Today for Paddy’s Shillelagh Shuffle

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Registration is now open for Paddy’s Shillelagh Shuffle and this is one race you do not want to miss. Paddy’s Road Race is the grand finale of the 2013 New England Runner Pub Series. Held in Newton, Massachusetts this race features a remarkably great course coupled with a pre-race and post-race party that is of the highest caliber.

This is a flat and lightning fast 3 mile course that is certified by USA Track & Field New England. The race begins on Border Street adjacent to Paddy’s Pub. The course loops through West Newton taking a left on Elm, left on Webster, right on Lexington, right on River, right on Elm, right on Webster and a left on Border before finishing back at Paddy’s Pub.

Proceeds from Paddy’s Shillelagh Shuffle support Athletes Unlimited, formerly Newton Special Athletes. This is one of the largest community-based therapeutic recreation programs for people with disabilities in all of New England.

Details on how to register for Paddy’s Shillelagh Shuffle can be found by clicking here. As a past participant of this race I assure you that you will have a great run, a really great time and will support an amazing cause!

Register for the 30th Annual Thoroughbred Classic

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TC5k_logo_2013One of Kentucky’s finest Thanksgiving Day traditions is about to celebrate its 30th installment. The annual Thoroughbred Classic takes place Nov. 28 at the beautiful Keeneland horse racing facility in Lexington. Last year, the race had its largest turnout ever, selling out with 2,400 participants coming from all over Kentucky as well as many other states. Best of all, the race raised a good deal of money for four local charities: the Hope Center, God’s Pantry Food Bank, Central Kentucky Radio Eye, and the Lexington Humane Society.

There’s no better way to kick off your Turkey Day than with a fun, family-friendly race. This year’s milestone race is sure to be extra memorable. Take part in either the 5K or the one-mile fun run. Just head to BLUEgrassRunners.org to register. Early registration is only $25 through Nov. 9, quite a bargain considering that the first 2,200 registrants will receive a Brooks Podium long-sleeved tech shirt, and there will be an extra gift for the first 1,000. As always, the Thoroughbred Classic features over 100 awards, as if making room for extra stuffing weren’t enough of an incentive to run hard.

Please keep in mind that pets or strollers are not allowed. It’s a large race, so this is a safety measure for all participants. Stay up to date with further race details by following BLUEgrass Runners on Facebook and Twitter and using the #ThoroughbredClassic hashtag.

 

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2013 Fred Brown Lake Winnipesaukee Relay

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It was an early morning yesterday leaving home at 4:30 AM to meet up with a fellow Thirsty Irish Runner to make the two hour drive up to the Lake Winnipeseaukee region of New Hampshire for the 2013 Fred Brown Lake Winnipesaukee Relay. The relay is an iconic relay race put on by the North Medford Running Club and features 65.1 miles of running around Lake Winnipesaukee with 8 legs and 5-8 runners on each team. The race starts and finishes at a large arcade called The Fun Spot.

After making the drive up we met up with our other teammates and received our running assignments. I was given the third leg which features 9.3 miles of running from Alton Bay to Kingswood High School in Wolfeboro. The race website notes that this leg is a “hilly course” which is a pretty good underestimation. Though much of the 65.1 miles have some good hills mixed in, I felt to be climbing and descending for many of my miles. I definitely could have fueled better and the sun baked down on the stretch of my leg that was along an unshaded highway. Thankfully there was some great support from both my teammates and other teams and spectators along the way that provided me with water and Gatorade.

This was my first relay and it was a unique experience. It was pretty awesome to be able to check out so many different areas and root your teammates and others along throughout the race. There was a nice camaraderie built not just between our team but other teams, as well. Of course, when your team is complete with two support vehicles and a camper you really have a way of making an impression when pulling into exchange points. There were a lot of teams that were from running clubs we traditionally don’t see so it was good seeing some new faces but still seeing some familiar friends from groups like Somerville Road Runners and the Colonial Road Runners.

After our final runners on both of our teams came into the finish line we celebrated with a great team barbecue before hitting the road for the two hour ride back home. With a cup of coffee in hand and a maple cider donut in the gut the ride, all in all it was a nice day and a good experience to take part in the 2013 Fred Brown Lake Winnipesaukee Relay.

Charles River Center 5K

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On October 6th the Charles River Center will be hosting their third annual 5K road race and 1 Mile walk. The Charles River Center is a human service agency in Needham, providing services for children and adults with developmental disabilities and autism from Greater Boston throughout MetroWest communities. You can learn more at http://www.charlesrivercenter.org
 
This race has awesome sponsors! This race has had over 500 participants the last two years and they hope to do even better in 2013!
 
Mery Daniel, one of the Boston Marathon bombing survivors will be participating, and we are tremendously blessed to have the power of her advocacy for the folks that we serve. You can read more about Mery here. Mery’s husband Richardson has been a longtime employee of CRC and we stand in awe of their courage and determination. There is a place to make an additional donation directly to her during the registration process or in person on race day.
 
You can register for the Charles River Center 5k by clicking here. If you don’t run, you can walk in the 1 Mile Walk event.
 
This is a USATF certified course. The first 300 to register get a free tech-shirt and everyone gets a swag bag filled with stuff you’ll actually use! In addition to doing something that is cheap and supporting a great cause, you will easily be able to out-drink the cost of your entry fee with the ice cold FREE Sam Adams beer that is flowing at the finish line.

2nd Annual FOP Lodge #28 Frozen Five New Years Day Run

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ImageRegistration is now open for the 2nd Annual FOP Lodge #28 Frozen Five New Years Day Run. Last year I was lucky enough to place 2nd in my age division in this race that serves as the ideal way to kick off the New Year on the right foot. You can read the race recap from last year’s run by clicking here.

This 5 mile race takes place throughout a rural, residential course and the race is nicely supported from start to finish. Runners receive a long sleeve tee-shirt and a hot breakfast post-run complete with eggs, sausage, coffee and more.

This race supports the Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police and last year’s run included some Massachusetts corrections officers running in the race.

The 2nd Annual FOP Lodge #28 Frozen Five New Years Day Run will kick off from the VFW Hall in Norton, Massachusetts.

To register for the 2nd Annual FOP Lodge #28 Frozen Five New Years Day Run please click here. I look forward to seeing you at the race!