NVL Cross Country Championship

As many of you may already know, a valued member of our Nonnewaug school community, Jon Cheung, was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. Just as he always has done in the classroom, on the sports fields, and in life, Jon is giving his all in this fight and the whole community is behind him. Our chapter of the Math Honor Society, of which Jon is a member want to show support and help raise funds to assist with the medical costs that his recover process involves so that him and his family can focus their attention on his health. To that end, we have planned a charity 5K walk/jog/run on Nonnewaug's campus for the 23rd of May. We hope you will show your support by signing up and enjoying a fun race with music, games, food, and more. If you have any questions, please email rrobillard@ctreg14.org or text 860-605-3730.

Oh Boy 5K For US!

Run Connecticut the Easy Way — Because we have a reason

In honor of the Marathon Man, Attorney Eugene L. DeFronzo

Enjoy walking or running for your reason! For the Fallen Soldiers, First Respondents, For our Veterans & Active Soldiers, For Child Abuse Prevention, For Cancer Survivors and the cure, For our Country, For depression and sadness, For Domestic Violence, For the Grieving of a Loved One, For our Families, For Peace, For our neighborhoods, for Unity and Justice. For You and US!

Proceeds to benefit child abuse prevention through the Exchange Club of Waterbury.

Co-founder, the late Gene De Fronzo, more than 766 marathons, 50 States 12 times.

Co-founder, race director Ivelisse A. Cruz

Entry Fees:

Adults: $30 thru 4/30 $35 & 5/1 thru race day

Students: $10 thru 4/30 & $15 5/1 thru race day.

T-shirts:

Registered by April 24, 2026 to guarantee T-shirts size. After April 24, 2026, t-shirts are not guaranteed.

Course Description:

5K Loop Start & Finish at 300 Grand St — Mostly flat with some slight rolling hills.

Packet Pickup:

Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 61 Field Street, 1ˢᵗ Floor, Waterbury at 2-5pm.

Monday, May 26, 2025 at Start /Finish Area Grand Street between 7:00 AM-7:45 AM on Race Day.

Parking: Parking garage at 61 Field Street, Waterbury, CT

Aid Station: At Start/Finish.

Drinks: Water & Lemonade.

Snacks: Variety of chips, crackers, candies, trail mixes. Fruits: Bananas

Bag Drop: There will be a drop bag location area adjacent to the Aid Station.

Toilets: On the course near the start/finish area and Hamilton Park Road (turnaround). Bathroom behind City Hall

Finisher Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd trophy for M & F 19 & Under and 19 & Up. Custom designed dog tag to all finishers

Pre-Race Announcements: 10 minutes before the start at the STARTING LINE.

Timing: We are using chip timing!!

The course is certified. CT25012JHP

Results will be available on empiretiming.com.

Course Rules:

1. Course will be open to the public You should expect to see walkers, joggers, baby-strollers, etc. Yield to fast runners passing.

2. Parking Lot Crossings — The race does cross streets and there are few intersections. Signs will be posted to make people aware that a “Race is In Progress”. Please use caution while crossing intersections entries.

3. Absolutely no littering

Volunteers: Needed for various positions and are greatly appreciated. Please contact Ivelisse 203- 982-5606 or by email ohboy11c13@gmail.com with your availability and t-shirt size.

Crews, Family and Friends: Bring chair to sit and cheer on your runners.

Race Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Location: Pies & Pub, One Store Road, Middlebury, CT

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Benefiting: American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Registration Fees:

• Early Bird (Before August 1): $35

• Kids under 12 : $25

• Standard (August 1 – September 26): $40

• Day of Race (September 27): $40

Perks for Participants:

• Free Race T-Shirt: Register by August 31, 2025, to receive a complimentary t-shirt.

• Free Pizza: All participants enjoy delicious pizza courtesy of Pies & Pub.

• Free Beer: Participants aged 21 and over receive a complimentary beer.

To ensure a smooth start, here's the key info on bib pickup, parking, and race day:

Bib Pickup:

• Tomorrow, Friday, September 26th: Swing by Pies & Pub (1 Store Road, Middlebury, CT) from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM during our Hops For Hope Happy Hour—grab your bib, t-shirt (if registered in time), and get in the spirit early!

• Race Day (Saturday, September 27th): Pickup available starting at 8:00 AM at Pies & Pub, right before the 10:00 AM start. We recommend arriving early to avoid any last-minute rushes.

Race Day Parking:

Help keep things flowing smoothly for everyone—here are the best spots:

• Across the street at the Vyne Restaurant lot.

• At Smokey the Bear behind Pies & Pub.

• On the streets near Westover School.

• For a great warm-up option: Park at Meadowview Park Playground and stroll along the greenway to the start line—it's a scenic way to get those legs ready!

Please avoid parking at the Middlebury Plaza, as local businesses rely on those spaces for their customers. Parking could be difficult and limited if you arrive last minute, so please come early on September 27th and give yourself plenty of time to park and get to the race start at Pies & Pub by 10:00 AM.

Perks & Gratitude:

All participants will enjoy free pizza, and those 21+ can savor a complimentary beer—special thanks to Pies & Pub and Counter Weight for their generous donations! Speaking of support, we’re deeply grateful to all our sponsors. Special Thanks to Major Sponsor: Connecticut Investment Advisors. Your contributions make this event possible!

Stay Updated:

Visit piesandpub.com for any last-minute info, or check our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Piesandpintstatatrot/ after the race for results. We can’t wait to see you tomorrow and Saturday!

Spread the Word:

It’s not too late—tell your friends to join us! They can sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Middlebury/PiesPubTaTaTrot5k and be part of this incredible community effort.

Race Map: Check out the course details with this QR code or visit https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52793047.

Let’s paint Middlebury pink and trot toward hope together!

With gratitude and excitement,

The Pies & Pub Ta-Ta Trot Team

Supporting Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

#TaTaTrot5K #MiddleburyStrong

Santa Made Me Do It! is a 5K road race, 2 mile walk and 1/4-mile kids fun run on December 5, 2026 in Bethlehem, CT. This race is organized by The First Mile and will be held in conjunction with the Bethlehem Christmastown Festival.

Location and parking

The race starts in front of the Memorial Hall on the Bethlehem Town Green.

Parking will be at the Bethlehem Fair Grounds, 384 Main St North, Bethlehem, CT. Shuttle buses will bring runners and spectators to the Town Green beginning at 8:30 AM. The shuttle buses will run continuously throughout the day, so runners and their families can stay after the race and check out the festival.

There will NOT be parking available at the Green and the road will be closed to traffic. Runners may also be dropped off at the Green.

Race Day Information

The 5K race and 2 mile walk start together at 10 AM. There is a free kids' fun run at 9:30 AM.

Packet pick-up and day-of-race registration starting at 8:30 AM on the Town Green in front of Memorial Hall.

Awards: Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary 5K finishers. Top three in the 5K in the following age groups: 6 and under, 7-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Registration

Pre-Registration: $30 Race Day Registration: $35

Kids 12 and Under: $15

T-Shirts for everyone registered by midnight Sunday, November 29th, 2026 (Must be present to receive)

Free Santa Made Me Do It 2026 Ornaments for the first 200 registered.