4th Annual 5K Run Walk for the Island

This Saturday, September 8th at 9 am, St. Columba's will kick off its 4th Annual Race/Walk for the Island.

Racers will enjoy a fast course, measured by Ray Nelson, along scenic Indian Avenue with views out to the Sakonnet River. Timing and scoring is handled by +Organization Plus+ Road Race Management Services.

All those interested in racing or walking can preregister until September 6th for $20.00.

Registration will begin at 7:30 am on the 8th and the cost will be $25.00.

The first 150 registrants will receive Tshirts.

Families are welcomed to join in the walk. And dogs on leashes are invited.

There will be light refreshments offered following the race.

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female racers as well as the top woman and man in the various age divisions.

For more information and to register online: www.stcolumbaschapel.org

St. Columba's is an Episcopal church located at 55 Vaucluse Avenue in Middletown. The parish is a diverse and active one with a vibrant youth group. Reverend Erik Larson, the new rector, will begin his ministry on October 1st.

Monies raised by the race will benefit the church's outreach partners including: Child and Family Services, Women's Resource Center of Newport and Bristol Counties, Seamen's Church Institute, Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center, Lucy's Hearth, McKinney Cooperative Shelter, Star Kids, Blessing Way, East Bay Community Action Program, and Baby Steps.