United Counseling Service is pleased to announce that registration is open for Go the Distance 5k Run/Walk to benefit the peer support program at UCS. The 5k will take place on Saturday, June 17th starting at 9 a.m. at 316 Dewey Street in Bennington.
The day’s events will include a pre-race warm up offered by local Zumba instructor Andrea Malinowski, followed by a run or walk along a paved roads 5k course through beautiful Bennington, Vermont. UCS will offer a family fun day including a free Kid’s Fun Run and family activities throughout the morning.
“This is the 7th year UCS has held Go the Distance. This event is a great way to bring people together and build on our mission of building a stronger community by empowering individuals and families to live healthy and meaningful lives,” said Lorna Mattern, Executive Director of United Counseling Service. “The race benefits our Peer Support groups at UCS.”
Interested runners can register for the event on www.active.com. Pre-registration by June 15th is $20 and registration after is $25. Up to a family of four can register for $35. Race day registration begins at 7:30am. All runners will receive a free t-shirt for participating!
For more information please call JoAnne Larsen at 802-442-5401 or email her at jlarsen@ucsvt.org.
UCS serves children, adults, families, and seniors through nationally recognized counseling, early care and education, and clinical support. Visit www.ucsvt.org for more information.