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BROWARD COUNTY COMMISSION
NEWS RELEASE
Parks and Recreation Division ▪ 950 N.W. 38th St., Oakland Park, FL 33309
Phone: 954-357-8100 ▪ Fax: 954-561-5359 ▪ www.broward.org/parks
For Immediate Release
Date: October 8, 2008 Phone: 954-357-8115
From: Michael Mills E-mail: mmills@broward.org
5K Run/Walk Are in Conjunction With Holiday Fantasy of Lights
- Event set for November 15 at Tradewinds Park-
WHAT: The 13th Fantasy of Lights 5K Run and 2.5-Mile Fitness Walk will be held starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek. A unique evening race set on a USA Track and Field-certified course illuminated with millions of lights and larger-than-life animated displays, the 5K course is flat, fast, and ideal for setting a personal record. The 5K Run begins at 6 p.m., followed by the 2.5-Mile Fitness Walk at 7 p.m. There is also a free Kids’ Fun Run starting at 6:50 p.m. Registration for this sell-out event runs through November 1 (or until course capacity is reached) and is available only at www.active.com – no paper registration is offered. The fees are $18 per person for the 5K Run and $16 per person for the Fitness Walk.
WHERE: Tradewinds Park
3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek
954-968-3880
WHEN: Saturday, November 15
6 p.m. (5K Run)
6:50 p.m. (Kids’ Fun Run)
7 p.m. (2.5-Mile Fitness Walk)
WHO: For all ages.
HOW: Fees: $18/person for 5K Run; $16/person for Fitness Walk. Preregistration is required and is available only at www.active.com. This event sells out quickly, so early registration is recommended to secure a spot. Registration is accepted through November 1, or until course capacity is reached.
For further information, call 954-968-3890. The park’s regular weekend and holiday gate entrance fee of $1.50/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect.
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Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in County programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least ten (10) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.
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