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Book It! Friends of the Waterford Library 5K

Date:
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Waterford Township, Michigan
48329
United States
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Links:
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Tags:
5k Fun Run Run Walk

Join us Saturday, April 25, 2026, for the Book It! 5K and Fun Run/Walk in support of the Waterford Township Public Library. This family friendly event welcomes kids and pets. The 5K will feature timing with results posted online at (LINK).

5K Run starts at 10:00 AM

5K Walk starts at 10:05 AM

Fun Run/Walk start at 10:10 AM

Entry fee includes a commemorative event t-shirt, participant medal, finisher medal for top 3 participants in each age category, a chance to win gifts from our sponsors and complimentary children's book for students. Price discounts available for the following:

  • Ages 18 and under - $5.

  • Groups of 5 or more: $5 discount for each member of the group.

NOTE: Register by Sunday, April 13, 2026, to guarantee a t-shirt and children's book as noted above.

Onsite registration closes at 9:30 am April 25, 2026.

Packet pick-up will start at 9:00 am on race morning. Check in will be at The Warming House, 5050 Civic Center Drive, Waterford, MI 48329. On the Civic Center Campus by the pond.

Event also includes an online Silent Auction {LINK}of items donated by sponsors.

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