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WHAT MATTERS Warren: Front Royal Kiwanis Club 5K Race to benefit the Warren County Special Olympics this Saturday, May 18, 2019.

  • Time: 9:00AM – 10:30AM
  • Price: $15
  • Location: 465 W 15th St | Front Royal, VA 22630

Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for people with intellectual and physical disabilities. Participation results in improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence, and a more positive self image. It also provides an opportunity to socialize in a safe and accepting environment.  These programs are offered at no cost to the athlete or their family and now YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT THIS WORTHY CAUSE! You can sign up to run via the link below and/or please contact Carol Olson, Assistant Coordinator Warren County Special Olympics @ 540 622-4443 to make a donation or to offer to volunteer at gatherings!

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Description (source: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/FrontRoyal)

  • When & Where: The 5k run starts at 9:00 am at the Warren County Health & Human Services Complex (the former 15th Street School; same location as in previous years!) in Front Royal, Virginia. Race day registration and check- in begin at 8:00 am in the east parking lot. Benefits Warren County Special Olympics.
  • Course: A measured 5k (3.1 mile) route on paved roads through the northwestern part of Front Royal and the grounds of Randolph-Macon Academy. Mile 1 is downhill or flat; mile 2 is mostly uphill; and the final 1.1 miles are rolling.
  • Awards: For the top three men & women overall and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, and 60 & over.
  • Entry Fees: $15 (without t-shirt) if postmarked by 8 May. $20 on race day. Add on a t-shirt for $8 during the registration process and the total  fee will be $23 with the t-shirt (must be pre-ordered by May 8th). $1.00 discount for Kiwanis or SVR.
  • Directions: The Warren County Health & Human Services Complex is at 500 West 15th Street in Front Royal, VA Take I-66 to exit 6 (Routes 340/522) and head south toward Front Royal. In I. 9 miles, tum right at a stoplight onto West 14th Street. 0.3 miles later, turn right onto Massanutten Avenue. At the stop sign in one block, turn right onto West 15th Street and park in the lot on your left.
  • Race Contact Info: If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at billpowers@comcast.net

SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF THE SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS, especially to the GOLD Sponsors:

Arc of Warren County, Liberty Tax Service, Blue Ridge Education Center, Royal Family Bowling Center, Apple Valley Dental Group, Craig Zunka, DDS, Bill Powers State Farm Insurance, Phoenix Project


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