2nd Annual THRIVE! The 5 km run-walk in Turkey will take place on November 26th.

Add more “gobble” to your Thanksgiving this year and join THRIVE’s 2nd Annual 5K Run! According to a press release, South Lorain County.

The exciting race will take place on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, at the Wellington High School football stadium, 398 Dixon Street in Wellington.

On-site registration begins at 7:30 am.

According to the release, the race will begin at 9 a.m. with a flat, fast course through the beautiful city streets.

“The race is about fun, fitness and giving back,” Dave Lengyel, an avid runner and 5K race coordinator, said in a press release. “This is a fundraiser for THRIVE!, which is dedicated to improving the physical and social-emotional well-being of local residents.

“Get out and enjoy the fresh fall air and the company of friends and family. Plus, you can burn off some calories ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.”

Age groups for the 5K race are 10 years and under: 11-14 years; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and older.

Registration costs $20 per person regardless of age.

Awards will be given for each age group, with the top honors going to the three women and three men who perform best, it said.

The post says strollers and leashed dogs are welcome.

According to the release, participants will enjoy granola bars, hot cocoa and Starbucks coffee, as well as water along the route.

To register in advance, go to https://uwloraincounty.org/thriveturkey5/.

According to the release, the event is a fundraiser for THRIVE!, which creates important programs to improve the health and emotional/mental well-being of residents in rural areas of south Lorain County.

Originally published: October 20, 2024, 6:00 pm