City Council Member Robbie Perkins to “Run 4 The Greenway”

September 9, 2010

Robbie_Perkins_-_Run_4_the_Greenway2.JPGTime is running out to pre-register for Saturday’s inaugural “Run 4 the Greenway.” More than 200 runners, including Greensboro City Council Member at Large Robbie Perkins, have pre-registered for the event, which will include an 8K and 1 Mile Walk/Run.

“The Downtown Greenway is an important part of transportation and wellness in Greensboro. Once complete, it will be a transportation link for the City and help spur economic development for the downtown area,” said Perkins. “I can’t wait until I’m 60 years old and can run and bike the entire loop.”

Perkins is a graduate of Duke University and holds two track and field records in the 5,000 meter and 10,000 meter events. He declared his intent earlier this week to compete in the race in support of Greensboro’s Downtown Greenway.

The “Run 4 the Greenway” 8K and 1 Mile Walk/Run will begin at 5:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. respectively in Center City Park. The 8K, nearly a five-mile course, will feature an urban loop following the Downtown Greenway detour route and through the first constructed phase of the Greenway. An after party in Center City Park will include children’s activities, live music and food.

Online pre-race registration will remain open until noon on Thursday, Sept. 9. Registration for the 8K is $30 and $15 for the 1 Mile Walk/Run, with free registration for children 12 and under. All proceeds benefit the Maintenance Endowment Fund for the Greenway.

Runners pre-registered for Saturday’s event can pick up their race packets at Premier Commercial Bank (701 Green Valley Rd., Suite 102, Lake Point Building) on Friday, Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

A Fun Afternoon in Center City Park

Whether you’re a diehard, record-holding runner, a Downtown Greenway supporter or just looking for a fun fall afternoon outside, there will be activities for all ages in Center City Park from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission to the post-race party in Center City Park is free.

“Run 4 the Greenway” Schedule of Events:

  1. On-site runner registration
  2. Evan & Dana take the stage in Center City Park
  3. 1 Mile Run/Walk
  4. 8K Race

Contact Judy Morton (336) 379-0821, at Action Greensboro for race details or volunteer opportunities.

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