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Foundation Events
Event InformationThe Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce the One Step Closer To The Cure 5K Run/Walk. Register today to make a difference in the lives of women fighting ovarian cancer and help us find a test and cure for this disease.
The race starts and ends at Albert Whitted Park in beautiful downtown St. Petersburg. The course goes north along Bayshore Dr., north to the Vinoy hotel, turnaround past Vinoy Park, and then south down Bayshore by the airport and back to the park. Almost the entire course is along the waterfront with city streets closed to traffic. The children's (8-under) race will take place within the park. Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Drive SE, Categories5K Competitive Run – a timed category with awards given to male and female top finisher in the following categories: top three overall, first wheelchair, and the male and female top finisher in standard age group categories. 5K Non-timed Run/Walk – for the noncompetitive types who want to enjoy a walk or jog along the waterfront and support the foundation with friends. Survivor – Ovarian cancer survivors and patients have a special category of honor and receive a special recognition t-shirt along with a discounted entry fee. 1-mile Competitive Run - a timed category with awards given to male and female top finishers in the following categories: top three overall, first wheelchair, and the male and female top finisher in standard age group categories. 1-mile Non-timed Run/Walk - for the noncompetitive types who want to enjoy a walk or jog along the waterfront and support the foundation with friends. Sleep-in - Not an early riser? This class is just for you. Register for this class and you're done without getting out of bed before dawn. You even get a goodie bag. Children - 9-14 - Children may enter the timed 5K or 1-mile competitive run or non-timed 5K/1-mile and be eligible for awards given to male and female top three finishers. Children - 8 and Under - Will have races in the park and will be eligible for awards. RegistrationRegister for the event on this web site through September 16, 2010. On-site registration is also available at the Packet Pick-up Party on September 16, 2010 or at Albert Whitted Park on race day from 6:30 am – 7:15 am. Discounted registration rates are available until September 11, 2010. Goodie Bags/T-shirtsThe first 500 entrants receive a t-shirt and goodie bag filled with swag from sponsors. Get your goodie bag at the Packet Pick-up Party on Thursday, Sept. 16th to have your race shirt ready for Saturday morning. If you are unable to pick it up there, you can get your shirt and goodie bag the morning of the race from 6:30-7:15 am on September 18th. Complementary food and drink will be provided after the race. ParkingParking for the race is available at the Mahaffey Theater across the street from Albert Whitted Park. From the parking garage, walk towards the water and cross the street to get to the park. Cars will need to be removed from the Mahaffey parking lot by noon for another event. Packet Pick-up PartyThe Packet Pick-up Party will be held before the race on September 16th at Crowley's Downtown in St. Petersburg. Enjoy pre-race camaraderie and get your goodie bag and t-shirt for Saturday morning. Late registration will also be available, so bring your friends along with you to sign up! VolunteersWe can use help in several areas of this event, such as registration, water distribution, timing, set-up, and more. If you or your group is interested in helping out, please visit our Volunteer Opportunities page to sign up. ContactFor questions and further information, contact David Moran or Claudette Carlan. |
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