Saturday, April 13, 2013
Runners took to Canton Street early Saturday morning, April 13, to raise money for the Children's Hospital of Atlanta.
A large number of runners and spectators enjoyed the gorgeous weather, Saturday, April 13 while they raised money to benefit Children's Hospital of Atlanta. After completing a 5k and 10-miler, runners spent time taking in the live music at the Heart of Roswell Park and frequenting historic district businesses, which offered specials throughout the day.
Monday, March 11, 2013
Sign up now for the April 13 event.
Local runners will get a chance to enjoy spring in historic Roswell while they help raise money for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, according to a community report by 11 Alive. Two races - a 5K and a 10 miler - will be held April 13 in historic Roswell on Canton Street. Both races kick off at 7 a.m. and will be followed by music, food and yoga, courtesy of lululemon. T-shirts will be given to all racers and 10 mile racers will also get medals. To learn more or register, visit the website: roswell10miler.com.
Saturday, October 13, 2012
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Hundreds of local residents turned out to participate and cheer on Roswell's 62nd Annual Frances McGahee Youth Day Celebration parade in the historic district, Saturday, Oct. 13. The Historic Roswell 5K road race was followed by a parade and celebration at Roswell Area Park. Did you attend? Upload your own photos of local organizations, city leaders, youth recreation groups or the cute puppy picture you snapped! Whatever you got, we want to see it! Click the "Upload Photos and Videos" button above!
Monday, September 17, 2012
The 12th annual charity run benefits KaBOOM!, a non-profit dedicated to saving play for America's children.
Runners have just a few more days to warm up for the annual Windward Challenge 5K Charity Run/Walk, being held in North Fulton on Wednesday, Sept. 19. LexisNexis® Risk Solutions announced the company will host the 12th annual run, with proceeds benefitting KaBOOM!, a national non-profit dedicated to saving play for America’s children. LexisNexis hosts the event to support local Atlanta-area non-profit organizations, raising more than $920,000 through the annual initiative. “KaBOOM! is thrilled to continue our tremendous work with LexisNexis,” said KaBOOM! Founder and CEO Darell Hammond in a news release about the event. “Every child deserves to have a great place to play and we will once again make that possible for children in the Atlanta…
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
North Fulton Community Charities and The Cottage School will team up to host a family fun run in September.
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Wednesday, September 5, 2012
North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) and The Cottage School (TCS) are partnering to host the 6th Annual “Rise ‘N Run” 5K/1K race during September. The purpose of the event is to support enrichment programs and other services provided by NFCC and TCS via a family fun style race to take place at Hembree Springs Elementary on Saturday, Sept. 8. "Our enrichment programs empower adults to take control of their future and their circumstances," said Eden Purdy, program director at NFCC. "The life-skill classes we provide range from GED test tutoring, Job and Career Coaching, to ESOL. Like the Cottage School, we believe that everyone can become a productive contributing member of our community. We are proud to partner with them to support our …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Over 450 runners turned out to participate last month.
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Hembree Springs Elementary hosted over 450 runners in its first annual Hembree Runs Wild 5k and 1k Race. The community event surpassed all expectations as students and families came from all over the metro area, including neighboring elementary schools. Participants were treated to goodies supplied by many local businesses who supported the event. A free festival followed in which many of the families participated and had a wonderful time. "This is the first time my daughter and I have run a 5k together and she says she can’t wait to do it again," said HSES parent Susan Rickson. The Hembree Springs PTA sponsored the event to kick off the Hembree Springs Running Club and support healthy lifestyles for students and the community. Hembree …
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
Register to run/walk for the March 3 event off Scott Road.
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
In honor of Hillside Elementary School's 10th year, the PTA is holding the "Husky Dash," a 5K Run/Walk. All Hillside families, neighbors and alumni are invited to participate in the event, Saturday March 3, which starts and finishes at Centennial High School, looping around the elementary school. The event schedule is listed below: Proceeds from the family-friendly, health-focused event will go to enhance technology at the school, so the PTA hopes Roswell and Johns Creek community members not only attend, but also invite friends and family. Racers will receive a t-shirt. The 5K dash costs $25 to enter and the fun run costs $20. Register to run online.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
This year's run, in memory of Roswell resident and local high school athlete Sam Robb, will be held in Johns Creek.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
The family of former Blessed Trinity athlete continues the fight against cancer, even after his death from osteosarcoma with the 4th Annual "Sam Robb Memorial 5K and Fun Run" to be held in Newtown Park in Johns Creek this Saturday, Feb. 4. The race honors Sam Robb, the son of Sam and Annamarie Robb of Roswell. A stellar Blessed Trinity High School athlete and incredible human being, Sam lost his battle with osteosarcoma at the age of 20 in 2007. The first Sam Robb Memorial 5K Run/Walk was held in November 2008 and organized by Andrew George, Sam’s friend, a Centennial High School graduate and the son of pediatric oncologist Brad George, who treated Sam throughout his illness. “I remember Sam’s perseverance and his quiet strength as he went…
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
The community will come together to promote education and fitness.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
The Roswell community will come together for some genuine family fun at the Holcomb Bridge Middle School's first annual Holcomb Bridge Hustle 5K. With 26 corporate sponsors and over 230 registrants, this marquee event will start and finish at Holcomb Bridge Middle School, traveling down the Holcomb Bridge Road corridor to East Roswell Park and back. “We are very excited to be the host of an event that will benefit both Holcomb Bridge Middle School and the Roswell community as a whole,” said Principal Joy Schroerlucke. “Local businesses, cluster schools and community volunteers have shown great enthusiasm to become involved. We appreciate their willingness to give back to their local school and neighborhood.” Police coverage and …
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Aaron Gravett
9:22 am on Monday, April 15, 2013
As one of the runners and a Roswell resident, I appreciated all of the City's support during the event. It was great to see Roswell Police managing the traffic blocks and influx of runners with a smile. It was a great day to run! more ›