By Jupiter Tide Staff
JUPITER — Grab the glow sticks. A student-led fundraiser is turning Saturday evening, Nov. 7, into a glow-in-the-dark run for families.
The Memory Forward Glow Run 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk is at Jupiter Christian School, 700 S. Delaware Blvd. Proceeds go to the Lewy Body Dementia Association. Organizers say a student started the event to honor a grandfather who ran races for years until Lewy body dementia made it impossible.
The details
5K Glow Run: 5:30 p.m. The loop follows sidewalks near campus and starts and ends at the school's Toney Penna entrance. Runners start in waves, with police and volunteers along the course.
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: 6:15 p.m., about four laps of the lit-up field on the school's west campus. Organizers call it family-friendly for all ages and abilities.
Awards: First place in each age group for both races, after the fun run ends.
Packet pickup: Friday, Nov. 6, 2 to 5 p.m. at Fleet Feet Jupiter, 165 N. U.S. Highway 1, Tequesta. Or pick up on race day at the school starting at 4 p.m., until 30 minutes before each race.
Register: Online through race day. Registration closes at 5 p.m. Nov. 7. Shirts are guaranteed only for people who registered by Oct. 20.
Dress code: Bright colors, glow accessories and light-up gear.
Jupiter Tide tip for parents: Because the fun mile stays on the field, we think it's an easy one for little kids to follow, and possibly for strollers too. Organizers haven't said whether strollers are allowed, so check with them before you bring one. Bring a flashlight or headlamp for the walk back to the car.
Can't make it? The event site also takes donations.
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