5K Run/Walk for Literacy on June 22

Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn Co. and Friends of the Bluffton Public Library are hosting a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 22. Registration starts at 8 a.m., with race beginning at 9 a.m.

Both adults and youth are encouraged to participate. The race will start and finish on College Avenue in front of Bluffton High School.

Trophies will be awarded for overall top male and female finishers.  Medallions will be awarded for the top male and female in each age division. Age divisions are: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-65, 66 and over.

The cost to participate is $20 until June 19, and includes a t-shirt. Children under 10 run free.  Registration will be at the Bluffton Public Library in the lower level meeting room.

There is no rain date or refunds. Register at the library or go online to https://runsignup.come/Race/OH/Bluffton/BlufftonRunforLiteracy.

Additional t-shirts, including youth sizes, can be ordered for $7 on race day while supplies last.

Proceeds from the event benefit the library. Friends of the Library is a volunteer, non-profit organization supporting the library to enhance the cultural quality of life in Bluffton.

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