Upcoming Racing and Team Event Calendar
Note that the Run for Food and Shelter 5K or 10K are the first in the 2009 Kilometers for Kids series. The Kilometers for Kids Series is comprised of four unique area races:
1) NSKS Run for Food & Shelter 10K or 5K 4/5/092) PAL Mine Falls River Run 6/27/09
3) Wild Rover 5K, Manchester, NH 9/13/09
4) Race for the Fallen, Manchester, NH 10/18/09
There is no charge for entering the Series; however individual race entry fees still apply. Participants must complete all four races in 2009 to receive the series prize. You must use the EXACT same name on all four registrations in order to get credit for each race series. Deluxe runner’s backpack with series logo or similar item awarded to runners who complete all four 2009 races in the Kilometers for Kids Series.
17th Annual Heartbreak Hill International Youth Race
Sunday April 19 , 2009 Noon-3 PM, Weather Permitting
Newton City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue Newton, MA
Entry Fee: Before April 14 $10.00
Register at website at http://www.newtonpride.org/roadrace1.html
Sunday April 19 , 2009 Noon
Campbell High School, 1 Highlander Court, Litchfield, NH
Entry Fee: $12.00
Register day of race. Send questions to ttarr@litchfieldsd.orgThis is a family-centered, flat course. There will be a Mini me race for 8 and under. Proceeds help support Litchfield Middle School Cross Country as well as charity. After the race there is a wellness fair with lots of great info, free samples, raffles, and health/wellness attractions.
Whale of a Race XC 5K & Fun Run
Saturday April 25 , 2009 10am
Odiorne Point State Park, Rye, NH
Entry Fee: $12.00 by 4/22, $18 after
Registration, information and trail map: http://www.seacoastsciencecenter.org/events/
Saturday May 2 , 2009 9am
Beaver Lake, Derry, NH
Entry Fee: $20.00 by 4/25, $25 after
Registration and information: http://www.gdtc.org/applications/FH2009.pdf
Margaritas 5K & Mexican Fiesta
Sunday May 3 , 2009 10am
103 Portsmouth Ave, P. O. Box 423, Exeter, NH
Entry Fee: $25.00
Registration and information: http://www.locorunning.com/Margaritas5K.php.
Saturday May 9 , 2009 8:30am
Arms Park, Manchester NH
Entry Fee: $20.00
Registration form: Miles for Mito 5K 2009 registration form or online.
12th Annual Runners Alley/Redhook Memorial 5k
Sunday May 24 , 2009 11am
Redhook Brewery, 35 Corporate Dr., Portsmouth, NH
Entry Fee: $20.00 or less depending on age and registration
Registration form and information: http://runnersalley.com/redhook.html.
2009 Gate City Strider's Summer Trail Race 5k & 5m Series
Mondays June 8 to August 24, 2009 6:30pm (12 weeks)
Mine Falls Park, Nashua, NH
Entry Fees: $3.00 for youth 14 and under, $4.00 for ages 15-18, and $5.00 for others.
Past Racing and Team Event Calendar
16th Annual Run for Food and Shelter 5K, 10K and Kids Sprint
Sunday April 5 , 2009 12:30-1:10 PM
Nashua YMCA Gym, 17 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH
Entry Fee: $20-25, $5 for Kids' Sprint
Register at website at http://www.coolrunning.com/major/09/nsks/. Information amd registration for Kids' Sprint (9 and under) at http://www.charityadvantage.com/nsks/RaceKidsSprint.asp
NHTI X-C Spring-Ahead 3 Miler
Saturday March 7, 2009 11:00 AM
New Hampshire Technical Institute, Concord, NH
Entry Fee: Any donation amount- even $1- but give what you can to NHTI X-C (tax-exempt number 02-6000618)
Entry form download at NHTISpring Ahead, or at website
Freeze Your Buns 5K Bi-weekly race series sponsored by the Gate City Striders
Sundays, 1/18, 2/1, 2/15, and 3/1/09 at 9am
Conway Arena, Riverside Drive, Nashua NH
(Just west of Exit 5 Everett Turnpike)
Entry Fee- Only $5!
The 28th Annual Hangover Classic
Thurday, January 1, 2009
Salisbury Beach, MA
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Temple, NH
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Londonderry, NH
Be sure to register as Granite State Flash, and wear your singlet to the race! Online registration closes on Dec. 27th at 2pm.
Other races run by Flash runners in the past
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Sunday April 20, 2008
8:00 A.M. U.S. Olympic Women’s Trials
Boston, MA
A group of Flash runners will be going to watch this exciting race--the first time ever the U.S. Olympic marathon trials will be held in Boston. Come see Deena Kastor and Joan Benoit-Samuelson, as well as many other national favorites run for our country. The course details and exactly where we will watch are being organized by Coach Cathy. She will have a special viewing spot with her Brooks Team. If you are interested in watching and cheering with us, please e-mail Cathy directly as soon as possible at cmerra@comcast.net Coach Cathy and Mike will be sending out more details on this race this week. See Trials website at http://www.usatf.org/events/2008/OlympicTrials-Marathon-Women/
12:00-3:00 P.M.
16th Annual Heartbreak Hill International Youth Race (1 mile on Heartbreak Hill)
Boston, MA
The race is run on the famous Heartbreak Hill. Many Flash runners have won this race over the years. See race website at http://newtonpride.org/roadrace.html Please let Coach Jan know if you are going to run. coachplatt@comcast.net . Please note that your race time depends on your age- check the website for details. This is a race you don’t want to miss. Combine this with the Olympic Trials and you’ll have a day to remember!
Monday, April 21, 2008
10 A.M. 112th Boston Marathon
Newton City Hall, MA
http://www.bostonmarathon.org/ We know that this is a school day for most of you but a group of Flash runners will be watching Coaches Jan and Justin Platt, who are official entrants in this year's marathon. The Lynch’s dad Kevin and Michael DeChane (Tyler's dad and next seasons Flash Midget Boys coach) will also be competing. All have trained incredibly hard. If you can attend and want to watch with us, please contact Mike at cmerra@comcast.net. We are tentatively planning to watch near Newton City Hall.
Saturday May 3, 2008
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Miles For Mito 5K Race and Walk
Arms Park, Manchester, NH
Please make plans to attend this certified 5K route to show your support for Marcel's Way and families dealing with Mitochondrial Disorder. There will be plenty of great activities, games, entertainment and food for everyone to enjoy. Coach Justin works with the Aunt of two of the girls that will benefit- let’s have a big showing! Website contains signup information, the course layout and more information. http://www.marcelsway.org/index.php
Sunday, May 11, 2008
9:30 A.M. The Medical Center 6K
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center
10 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH
See website for registration and details, and to nominate your mom for race Grand Marshal! https://formsweb.snhmc.org/programs/6k.htm. The challenging yet picturesque race course winds through several Nashua neighborhoods. Kids 12 and under are free!!!! Free massage available following the race, as well as Dave's famous lean and mean chili and free family photos!
Thursday June 5, 2008
6:30 PM 12th Annual Hollis Apple Country Fast 5K
Hollis, NH
With two year age groups, there are 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize awards for boys and girls between ages 10 to 19 and a 9 and under category. A high percentage of school-age kids run. Kids are encouraged to participate. It is the perfect place for a first time 5k runner to participate with mom and dad. A reduced entry fee is offered to runners age 17 and under. Youth running programs such as the Nashua PAL runners and The Granite State Flash enjoyed the race venue last year. Jr. High School Teams: Prizes for boys, girls and mixed teams (3 places deep) Teams: Three to five runners per team, best three times score. Website at http://www.coolrunning.com/major/07/applecountryfast5k/
