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Run for it Wellesley: WMS Mini Marathon, Wonder Run, Schofield 5K coming up

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With the Boston Marathon behind us, it’s time to focus on some shorter races in Wellesley.

WMS Mini Marathon: April 28

 

Wellesley Middle School holds its Mini Marathon on Friday, April 28 (apparently rain in the forecast has postponed it until then) Thursday, April 27 with students gathering for the races shortly after 9am and then hitting the course at and around the school campus.

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Wonder Run 5K & Kids Fun Run: May 21

 

wonder-run-logoAs part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend, the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club presents the 9th annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run on Sunday, May 21 at 8 AM.

The Wonder Run will begin at 8am followed by the Kid’s run (10 and under) at 9am starting from the Wellesley High School track located at 50 Rice St.

Proceeds generated from the Wonder Run directly support community groups, scholarships for deserving local students, and grants to organizations and programs that provide education, enrichment and essential services to our local population.

Early Online Registration: $35 Wonder Run, $15 Kids Fun Run. Early Registration closes Wednesday, May 17 at 11pm.

Kids Fun Run registration is capped at 200 participants

In person registration Thursday, May 18th – Sunday May 21st: $40 Wonder Run, $20 Kids Fun Run;  Location:  TBD

Information on bib pickup and in-person registration will be provided closer to the Event.

The first 250 runners to sign up before April 30th will receive a free race t-shirt (please select a size when registering). T-shirts may be picked up at bib pick-up.

After April 30 or 250 runners (whichever comes first), t-shirts may be purchased at $10/shirt while supplies last.

Schofield 5k, Fun Run and Fun Fair: June 4

 

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Schofield Elementary School invites everyone to the 5K Road Race and Fun Fair on Sunday, June 4. Registration and Check-in begin at 8am, and race time is at 9:30am sharp!

The Kids Fun Run follows at 10:30am.

The fantastic fair on the school playground goes from 10:45am – 12:45pm. For 27 years, adults, teens, and children alike have enjoyed running the 5K Schofield Road Race, a USATF certified challenging course, featuring three main hills and finishing on a downhill.

The Road Race is unique in that all ages can participate at the same time, with many families training together in the weeks leading up to the event. On race day they start on Cedar Street and run side by side along the shady, tree-lined streets in the Poets Corner neighborhood of Wellesley finishing back at Schofield to enjoy the children’s fun run around the field and fun fair.

T-shirts are included for the first 300 registrants. Pre- registration fee is $25 / $30 after May 20th. Proceeds benefit the Schofield PTO.

Register as a team. Gather friends, teammates, colleagues or neighbors and run as a group.

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Wonder Run 5K & Kids Fun Run

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wonder-run-logoAs part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend, the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club presents the 9th annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run on Sunday, May 21 at 8 AM.

The Wonder Run will begin at 8am followed by the Kid’s run (10 and under) at 9am starting from the Wellesley High School track located at 50 Rice St.

Proceeds generated from the Wonder Run directly support community groups, scholarships for deserving local students, and grants to organizations and programs that provide education, enrichment and essential services to our local population.

Early Online Registration: $35 Wonder Run, $15 Kids Fun Run. Early Registration closes Wednesday, May 17 at 11pm.

Kids Fun Run registration is capped at 200 participants

In person registration Thursday, May 18th – Sunday May 21st: $40 Wonder Run, $20 Kids Fun Run;  Location:  TBD

Information on bib pickup and in-person registration will be provided closer to the Event.

The first 250 runners to sign up before April 30th will receive a free race t-shirt (please select a size when registering). T-shirts may be picked up at bib pick-up.

After April 30 or 250 runners (whichever comes first), t-shirts may be purchased at $10/shirt while supplies last

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Registration is open for Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run

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The 9th annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run will take place on Sunday, May 22 as part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend. Sponsored by the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club, the Wonder Run will begin at 8am followed by the Kid’s Fun Run and activities led by Sensei Nicco at 9am at the Wellesley High School track.

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The Wonder Run will be hero-themed so break out those capes or scrubs and support the WHJWC. Costumes are encouraged for all ages.

Registration details

Pre-registration fee: $35 for adults, $15 for kids
Pre-registration closes Thursday, May 19 at 11pm
Kids Fun Run registration is capped at 200 registrants.
Same-day registration fee: $40 for adults, $20 for kids
Please register here.

EVENT: Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run
DATE: Sunday, May 22, 2022
START TIME: 8am
LOCATION: Wellesley High School

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Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run

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The 9th annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run will take place on Sunday, May 22 as part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend. Sponsored by the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club, the Wonder Run will begin at 8am followed by the Kid’s Fun Run and activities led by Sensei Nicco at 9am at the Wellesley High School track.

Wonder Run, Wellesley

The Wonder Run will be hero-themed so break out those capes or scrubs and support the WHJWC. Costumes are encouraged for all ages.

Registration details

Pre-registration fee: $35 for adults, $15 for kids
Pre-registration closes Thursday, May 19 at 11pm
Kids Fun Run registration is capped at 200 registrants.
Same-day registration fee: $40 for adults, $20 for kids
Please register here.

 

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Register now for Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run

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The 8th annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run will take place on Sunday, October 3rd as part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend. Sponsored by the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club, the Wonder Run will begin at 8am followed by the Kid’s Fun Run and activities led by Sensei Nicco at 9am at the Wellesley High School track.

Wonder Run, Wellesley

In honor of all the heroes of the last year, the Wonder Run will be hero-themed so break out those capes or scrubs and support the WHJWC. Costumes are encouraged for all ages, and awards will be given out for the best costumes.

Pre-registration fee: $35 for adults, $15 for kids
Day-of registration fee: $40 for adults, $20 for kids
Stainless steel water bottles to be given out to the first 250 registrants. Please register at www.whjwc.org

EVENT: Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run
DATE: Sunday, October 3, 2021
START TIME: 8am
LOCATION: Wellesley High School

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Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club, Virtual Wonder Run

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Wellesley Hills Junior Women's Club, Wonder RunWe always look forward to the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) Wonder Run but, unsurprisingly, the charitable organization has had to reimagine the event due to COVID-19 concerns.

This year a “Virtual Wonder Run” will take place in support of two community organizations — The Second Step program and Family Promise Metrowest.

The WHJWC encourages the community to join or donate in support of The Second Step and Family Promise through a GoFundMe campaign. Both programs are committed to helping families through difficult times, and are facing difficult times of their own with the increased critical financial needs associated with COVID-19.

Here’s how the Virtual Fun Run works:

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Family fun at Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run

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SPONSORED POST: The weather forecast says the rain will take a day off and the temp will be a civilized 70 degrees, so get ready to enjoy the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) 5th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run. The annual fundraiser will take place on Sunday, May 19, and all runners and walkers are welcome. The 5k starts at 8:30am at the Wellesley High School track and takes runners and walkers on a scenic tour of town. The Kids Fun Run, which takes place on the High School track, starts at 9:30am.

Remember last month when you watched in awe as the elite Boston Marathoners sprinted through Wellesley Square? Impressive, of course, but with the Wonder Run, the WHJWC has arranged the type of day that’s a little less intense. The Wonder Run is all about the fun, and this year in honor of the Club’s 75th Anniversary, the run will be retro 70’s themed. Bring your favorite costume and join us for some fun – tube socks and sweatbands encouraged!

Whether you’re one of those intense in-it-to-win-it types or you just want to low-key get out there, one thing stays the same in this race — all proceeds help organizer WHJWC provide scholarships and other charitable aid. In 2018, the group gave away  $143,000 — $72,000 in scholarships and $71,000 in grants to organizations and programs that provide education, enrichment and essential services to our local population.

WHJWC Wellesley Wonder Run

Online pre-registration is $30 (Wonder Run 5K) and $10 (Kids Fun Run) and is now available. Pre-registration closes Saturday, May 18, 10am.Wonder Run t-shirts will be given to the first 250 online registrants for the 5K only, so please register early.

Wellesley Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run is May 19

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SPONSORED POST: The big day is coming up as the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) prepares to welcome runners of all talent levels for its 6th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run on Sunday, May 19. The 5k starts at 8:30am at the Wellesley High School track and takes runners on a scenic tour of town. The Kids Fun Run, also at the WHS track, starts at 9:30am. Think of the Wonder Run as your own personal “Boston Marathon” without all the arduous training and fundraising.  Register here.

One of the great things about the Wonder Run is the wholesome, party atmosphere it brings with it. People run singly, stretching their legs after a long winter, or in large, raucous groups. You’ll see plenty of parents pushing strollers and triumphant kids crossing the finish line of their first-ever 5k. It’s just good, Spring-time fun. To add to the fun and in honor of the Club’s 75th Anniversary, the run will be 70’s “Retro” themed this year – sweatbands and tube socks encouraged!

The Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run are part of Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend. The WHJWC anticipates hundreds of participants and great community support. ALL runners and walkers are welcome, so on your mark, get set, go!

Check out the course map:

Wellesley Hills Junior Women's Club, Wonder Run

Run for fun, run for community

Proceeds generated from the Wonder Run directly support community groups, scholarships for deserving local students and grants to organizations and programs that provide education, enrichment and essential services to members of the surrounding community. In 2018, the Junior Women’s Club awarded $143,000 in scholarships and non-profit grants.

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These girls are ready and set to go on Sunday, May 19 at the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run.

Get out there and enjoy the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run, Sunday, May 20

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SPONSORED POST: It’s finally almost here. The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) 5th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run is set to take place on Sunday, May 20. The 5k starts at 8:30am at the Wellesley High School track and takes runners and walkers on a scenic tour of town. The Kids Fun Run, which takes place on the High School track, starts at 9:30am.

Remember last month when you felt so bad for the Boston Marathoners as they sloshed through town in the sleet and the pouring rain, shivering in the hypothermia-inducing 30-degree temperatures? Well, the WHJWC has arranged the type of day when the only shock to your system will be when you discover that, wow, your entire family is really pretty good at this running thing.

Whether you’re one of those intense in it to win it types or you just want to low-key get out there, one thing stays the same in this race — all proceeds help organizer WHJWC provide scholarships and other charitable aid. In 2017, the group gave away $143,000 — $72,000 in scholarships and $71,000 in grants.

Online pre-registration is $30 (Wonder Run 5K) and $10 (Kids Fun Run) and is now available. Register early to secure your Wonder Run 5K T-Shirt!  The first 300 5K registrants will receive a race t-shirt.

Just add kids and fun to the Kids Fun Run part of the morning.

Save the date: Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club Wonder Run, Sunday, May 20

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SPONSORED POST: The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club’s (WHJWC) 5th annual Wonder Run 5k and Kids Fun Run is set to take place on Sunday, May 20. The 5k starts at 8:30am at the Wellesley High School track and takes runners on a scenic tour of town. The Kids Fun Run, also at the WHS track, starts at 9:30am. Register here.

Run for fun, run for community

All proceeds from the event help organizer WHJWC provide scholarships and other charitable aid. In 2017, the Junior Women’s Club gave away $143,000 — $72,000 in scholarships and $71,000 in grants.

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Some words from a Wonder Run regular

Race organizers caught up with Wonder Run regular Adam Kropp and here’s what he said about why he’s running:

Why are you choosing to run the Wonder Run this year?
This will be my 3rd time running the Wonder Run. Although my preferred race distance is either a half or full marathon, running this race as well as a few other shorter distance races throughout the year allows me test my training and preparation in a race environment. The first year I ran this race, I ran for time. Last year, I ran with my nephew because he’s showing an interest in running and I want to support that interest.

What is your favorite aspect of the Wonder Run?
My favorite aspect of the Wonder Run is the challenging course. It’s 3.1 miles with 2 solid climbs. I also like how the Wonder Run offers the Kid’s Fun Run for young runners to get outside and have fun while running.

 

We hear you’re trying to run 50 marathons before you are 50. Where did this idea come from?

Adam Kropp running a lesser race. See you at the big show at the Wonder Run, Adam.

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