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Countdown To Race Day!!

17 Apr

5 Days To Go!!

The Kiwanis Club of Galena invites you to sign up for our annual Run for the Parks with proceeds benefitting the parks in our community. This year’s run will take place on April 22nd on the Galena River Trail.

Those interested in signing up can find our race website at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces

Final Countdown To Run For The Parks

2 Apr

Don’t Miss Out! Only 3 weeks left!

The Kiwanis Club of Galena invites you to sign up for our annual Run for the Parks with proceeds benefitting the parks in our community. This year’s run will take place on April 22nd on the Galena River Trail.

Those interested in signing up can find our race website at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.

Register Early to get in on the fun: November 1-30 – $30, December 1-31 – $35, January 1-31 – $40, February 1-28 – $40,

March 1-31 – $45, April 1-21 – $45, April 22 – Day of Race – $50

Volunteers Needed – Run For The Parks

24 Mar

                  

Take a look at the needs listed below. Bernie will be handing out signup sheets for the spots listed. Please let him know where you can help out. We need volunteers to make this event a success for our Club, the Parks, and the Runners! contact Bernie at: bernieferry@gmail.com with any questions.

Volunteers for Kiwanis Run for the Parks:  2023         

 Pre- Race Day: Thursday -April 20 and Friday- April 21

Prepare Packets Prairie Ridge 3:00 p.m.: Thursday, April 20; t-shirts, reminders, bibs, etc. Bibs mailed on 4/10/23: Kate, Terry, Bernie 

Packet Distribution/Late Registration:  Friday, April 21, 4-7:00 p.m. &Sat., April 22, 8:00-8:45 a.m.: 2 people

Mark Running Trail: Friday, 4:00 p.m.:  Course has permanent markers every ½ mile. Adjust to 5/10 K markings; spray paint, chalk, cones. 2 people

Tent Set Up:  Small tent under bridge, set up on Friday at 3:30 p.m. – 2 people

Water Table 8:30-10;30 a.m.: 2 people at one water stations at 1 ½ mile marker.  Need one table, cups, and water.  Key Club or NHS students

Finish Line 8:45 -10:30 a.m.:  Assist runners completing the race; rest area, refreshments, retrieving their time, place, etc.- 3 people

Post Race Refreshment Table 8:45-10:30 a.m.: Assist with race snacks and   drinks ; water, bananas, and energy bars- 2 people

Runner Final Times & Place:  Stacy and one other person

Medals-Ribbons: Awards will be handed out a end of run-2 people

Parking 8:00 a.m.: Parking on North side of bridge: 2 people

Five Weeks To Race Day

19 Mar

The Kiwanis Club of Galena invites you to sign up for our annual Run for the Parks with proceeds benefitting the parks in our community. This year’s run will take place on April 22nd on the Galena River Trail.

Those interested in signing up can find our race website at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.

DON’T MISS OUT ON THE CHANCE TO REGISTER AT REDUCED RATES!

Register Early to get in on the fun: November 1-30 $30, December 1-31 – $35, January 1-31 – $40, February 1-28 – $40,

March 1-31 – $45, April 1-21 – $45, April 22 – Day of Race – $50

8 Weeks To Race Day!

25 Feb

The Kiwanis Club of Galena invites you to sign up for our annual Run for the Parks with proceeds benefitting the parks in our community. This year’s run will take place on April 22nd on the Galena River Trail.

Those interested in signing up can find our race website at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.

DON’T MISS OUT ON THE CHANCE TO REGISTER AT REDUCED RATES!

Register Early to get in on the fun: November 1-30 $30, December 1-31 – $35, January 1-31 – $40, February 1-28 – $40,

March 1-31 – $45, April 1-21 – $45, April 22 – Day of Race – $50

City Of Galena Provides Updates On Park Renovations and Fourth of July Parade

21 Jan

Hillary Dickerson, Facilities Manager for the City of Galena, provided us with a few updates. The Fourth of July Parade will be organized by the City this year with a start time of 5:30pm. Further information will be provided as it becomes available.

New playground equipment is expected to be installed this year at Bouthillier Street, Hill Street, and Old City Cemetery. Hillary provided us with information regarding all upgraded equipment and costs for each site. Our Club’s Run For The Parks is a major sponsor to Park improvements.

Donation To Run For The Parks

9 Jan

We are grateful to Gerry Rojemann for his recent donation of $500 in memory of his wife, Mardy Rojemann. These funds will be targeted to the Race for The Parks event which will be held on April 23rd.

Mardy was an avid champion of our club who passed suddenly this past year. Thank you so much to the Rojemann Family for their continued support of our Club in her memory.

Don’t Miss Out On Discounted Registration!

9 Jan

Is one of your New Year’s Resolutions to run a 5 or 10k in 2023? Register during January for a discount on this fun race! $40 through January 31st.

Race Day is April 23rd this year. Follow this link to register now:

https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.

Register Early – Run For The Parks

7 Dec

Save by registering early for this event! Here are the pricing deadlines:

November 1-3 $30

December 1-31 $35

January 1-31 $40

February 1- $40

March 1-31 – $45

April 1-21 $45

April 22 – Race Day $50

Commit early to get in on the fun!

https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.

Run for the Parks set for April 22, 2023

13 Nov

The Kiwanis Club of Galena invites you to sign up for our annual Run for the Parks with proceeds benefitting the parks in our community. This year’s run will take place on April 22nd on the Galena River Trail.

Those interested in signing up can find our race website at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/RunfortheParksGalenaKiwanisSpringRaces.