Run Like a Mother 5K | Hometown Happenings 2024

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Sons and daughters and kids of all ages, run a 5K to honor your Mom.  Make this your best Mother's Day while helping Moms in need!   Featured at the event:   

*  Hosted by Robin Rock of 93.9 LITE FM.
*  Gifts to Moms from Rosemary’s Heritage Flowers
*  Free Mimosas after by One13North
*  Breakfast buffet after race with eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy provided by Carriage Court Pizza.
*  "Best Decorated Stroller”Contest!
*  Handmade Race Awards from the pre-schoolers at St. Mary’s School for Top Overall & Top 3 Finishers in each Age Group
*  DJ Music by DJDonnie.net
*  Vote for YOUR local Women’s charity to benefit!  Those receiving 20 or more votes will share in the proceeds, including Mommy’s Haven Maternity Home & Teen Mother Choices of Crown Point.

COST thru May 7th: $25 for adults.  $15 for kids 12 & under. Under 3 is  free.  May 8th & Event day: $30.   Short sleeve tech shirts extra $15 thru April 29th & not included in entry.  Strollers welcome.

Refer a Friend!  Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends.  Get 4 to sign up & you get $10!

PACKET PICK-UP:  Race day morning from 7:00 – 7:40 a.m.

The COURSE:  A timed 5K Run/Walk or a 1 Mile Fun Walk taking place along a tree lined route including a covered bridge, historic buildings and a scenic lake.

RACE AWARDS:  Top Overall, Top Master (40+), Clydesdale (Men 210+ lbs), Athena (Women 170+ lbs), Top Three finishers in each age group.  Age divisions: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Charities Supported:  Mommy's Haven Maternity Home offers housing and a full service residential program to pregnant women in need, age 18 and older. Teen Mother Choices of Crown Point empowers young mothers(23 and under) with offering financial assistance with daycare, education, and diapers.

Please consider donating items to moms in need:  laundry detergent, diapers size 4,5, & 6, Pull ups size 3t/4t and 4t/5t, toliet paper, paper towels, baby wipes, shampoo/conditioner, body wash & toothpaste.

Please note:  No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason.  You also can NOT transfer your registration after May 1st.  If you do not pick up your shirt at the event, unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run.   If you have any questions, please contact Tim@yourhometownevents.com