The annual Shelter Island 5K Run/Walk in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month returns in person this year. The event takes place Saturday, October 15, 11 AM rain or shine.
Registration is $40 for both walkers and runners, kids 12 and under are $15. Participants will receive T-shirts, bibs, and a complimentary bbq (while supplies last). Runners may register online at events.elitefeats.com.
All proceeds benefit women on the East End fighting breast and gynecological cancer through East End organizations The North Fork Breast Health Coalition, The Coalition for Women’s Cancers at Southampton Hospital and Lucia’s Angels.
Tickets will also be available for a 50/50 Raffle and prizes to East End shops and restaurants with all monies raised benefiting the aforementioned organizations. Restaurants and shops include Bliss’ Department Store, Pure Soul Boutique, Bostwicks Restaurant, American Hotel, Vine Street Cafe, Scarlette Rose, Ram’s Head Inn, Shelter Island Pilates and Barre, and more.
To make a donation or become a sponsor, contact julie@shelterislandrun.com. Visit shelterislandfall5k.com for more info.