5 events in Stratford, Connecticut

Just a wee bit early but our ST. PATS RUN IS BACK!

We have a strict limit of 250 human participants.

It’s a couple of days BEFORE St Patrick’s and it’s time to roll out of bed and get up for a little

“PRE PARTY” activity. We all need the proper warmup for Tuesday!

You might want a little caloric burn-off help (excuse) to consume the corned beef and ales-

So join us!

Run/walk off those calories BEFORE St Patrick's AND bring some friends to make it easier!

Three years ago we hosted “The Hair of the Dog” 5K - the day AFTER St Patrick's.

But with St Pats on a Tuesday we are in 'pre-St.' mode.

Our small ‘boutique’ 5K event is hosted by the Little Pub in the Lordship section of Stratford.

It will feature some amenities you don’t often find in a local run as part of the package.

This event was created by the overly active minds which brought you Miles for Margaritas,

the Surfin' Santa, HalloWINE 5K, and the "Half Way to St Pat's Day" last Sept.

HERE ARE YOUR INCENTIVES - POST RUN!

*LUCKY LAGER to participants 21 & over *

*Irish Whiskey shots

*Great snacks & fluids

*N/a ATHLETIC BREW craft brew & soft drinks

Special Tshirt design * (Size guarantee & availability ends 3/4)

Our very scenic & flat out ‘n’ back course along the water*

Accurately timed results**

*Special discounts inside LITTLE PUB for further camaraderie

(you'll love their Bloody Mary's)

AND we will list more as they come in.

Event fees- limited to 250 participants

1/17- 1/31 $30 for 21 & over, $25 for 20 & under (note cc fees above)

2/1-3/8 $33 for 21 & over, $25 for 20 & under stays the same

3/9-3/15 $36 / $25

Event calendar

1/17 Registration opens - Get 'er done before we sell out like we did last year.

3/4 Shirt size guarantee ends (we may run out after that)

3/14 8:30-10:30am Early bib & swag pickup @ Little Pub

Celebrate St Pats EARLY @ LITTLE PUB BRUNCH

3/15 8:30 am Bib & swag pickup

9:45 am Little tykes ‘free-leaf’ clover scamper- directed by Donna Cramond!

10:00 am START of the 5K

SNACKS, ALE, Non Alc beverages,

Crazy/fun AWARDS to follow including holiday themed socks & stuff

AWARDS - M/F & NG champs get $25 Little Pub gift cards.

1st & 2nd Age group awards 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (80’s if pre-reg)

GIFT CARDS FROM MARATHON SPORTS, DROWSY WHALER**, & MORE

*SAVE YOUR BIB- BRING TO THE DROWSY WHALER THROUGH MARCH 31

& GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER!

*Located at 1 Dorne Dr, the entrance to Short Beach & the Par 3 course

HUGE THANKS TO OUR HOST THE LITTLE PUB

with Doug Grabe & Jillian Bass!

THANKS ALSO to the cooperation of the Stratford Police, DPW and Recreation departments.

Race Coordinator - Marty Schaivone directs over 30 events each year including six others in Stratford,

& many more in Trumbull, Fairfield and other towns in the area.

Parking - Plenty along the seawall and in the Little Pub lots. But get here EARLY

Valet Parking Available - Bring your own driver!

*Shirt info- T-shirt type, color, & fabric is subject to cost, availability, any tariffs by the Pres,

and the whim of the Race Director (who is known to be very whimsical)

** COURSE MAP https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2396355

***If your time is not what you expected just print it on a $20 bill and give it to our timer.

THIS IS FROM 2023 when we hosted the "Hair of the Dog" 5k -

For those who desperately seek more information (or never heard the expression ’Hair of the Dog’),

What does hair of the dog mean?

A morning drink may be the last thing you want after a night of boozing, but that’s exactly what this quirky English expression means. Originally, the expression referred to a method of treating a rabid dog bite; hair from the dog was placed in the wound. So in that sense, having another drink (any drink) is like taking hair from the dog that bit you.

(By the way, medical professionals do not prescribe alcoholic drinks to treat the symptoms of a hangover. However, they do encourage drinking water and getting rest.)

What about the Bloody Mary?

Many suffering from the morning-after blues indulge in a Bloody Mary as a hangover cure. This savory cocktail contains vodka, tomato juice, and other flavorings such as horseradish, celery salt, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce.

There are as many versions of the Bloody Mary as there are theories regarding who the drink is named after, with beliefs ranging from Queen Mary I, to the actress Mary Pickford, to a waitress in Chicago who worked at a bar called the Bucket of Blood.

Join us Sunday May 3rd, for our 6th edition-

Little Pub's Miles for Margaritas 5k

WE ABSOLUTELY SOLD OUT EARLY IN '25!

Our town permit is based on parking, narrow streets, and our margarita bags.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND YOUR SUPPORT.

You can run or walk the "chip timed" 3.11 mile/5k event OR walk/saunter the

UNTIMED Margarita Mile option. All abilities are welcome.

EVERYONE 21 & over is eligible for a terrific margarita after their finish.

(N/a margaritas, other N/a fluids & soft drinks also available).

NOTE START TIME @ 9:00 am

Both courses are along the scenic seaside neighborhood of Lordship, in Stratford.

All participants in both events will receive the same 'swag' of t-shirt and more.

The 5k timed distance participants are eligible for awards & prizes (see below).

The untimed walk does not include any awards.

This event follows all state guidelines and health department mandates.

WE WILL LIMIT THIS TO 250 TOTAL PARTICIPANTS- DON'T WAIT!

EVENT INFORMATION

The 5k Run/Walk is a bib, chip-timed event. You will receive your ‘net’ time.

A specially designed T-Shirt size will be guaranteed to entrants registered by midnight April 19.

After that it's "as available" so don't delay!

Snacks, fruit, refreshments and fluids after you are done.

MARGARITAS for ages 21 and above only. ID NEEDED!

We will also be serving the award winning Athletic Brew, non alcoholic craft brew.

Parking is available in both lots of the Little Pub, along Washington Pkwy, side streets and along the seawall.

PLEASE arrive early and try to carpool. This residential area along the seawall fills up early with non-event cars.

AWARDS- LITTLE PUB GIFT CARDS!!

First place M & F champions in the 5K receive $25 gift cards of each.

First place age group awards 19 & over receive LITTLE PUB $10 GIFT CARDS.

18 & under receive medals.

2nd & 3rd place age group receive medals

Age groups- 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

SPECIAL AWARDS- will be added here as they get donated

REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 250 people!

Sign up now, before it’s too late. Don't get shut out!

Online registration closes once we are full. NO Race Day reg if we are full.

NO PAPER, IN PERSON REG - all reg. online- even on May 3rd if we are not sold out.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FEES

Feb 21- April 5 $35 for ALL ages - 5k TIMED EVENT we are sold out.

$27 all ages - one mile untimed walk only

April 6 - April 26 $38 FOR THE 5K we are sold out.

$32 FOR THE ONE MILE WALK

April 27 - May 3 $40 / $35 if we are not sold out.

COURSE DETAILS great water views, 95.6% flat, and quiet roads. The course is a measured 5k (3.11 mi)

MAP LINK https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2606888

Roads are OPEN - you'll need to run/walk safely ON THE LEFT, FACING TRAFFIC and be aware at all times

THERE MAY NOT BE A WATER TABLE ON THE COURSE. Carry your own fluids if needed.

*PLEASE DO NOT use ear-pods of any type so you can hear any warnings & instructions on the road.

EVENT SCHEDULE

APRIL 19 Registration deadline for guaranteed shirt size. After that 'as available' - we could run out

SATURDAY May 2 8:30-11am sharp! BIB & SWAG pickup at Little Pub

Not a minute before nor after. We are outside if nice, inside if not.

Pickup in the lot on Washington Parkway across the street from the Little Pub.

SUNDAY May 3 7:30- 8:59 am Bib & swag pickup at the lot across the street from the Little Pub.

SHINE OR RAIN !

8:40 am FREE Kids Fun Run Directed by Donna Cramond! (9 & younger only please)

9:00 am START 5K RUN & 1 mile WALK

9:15 am Post-event snacks & bottled water, AND MARGARITAS (21 and over only)

9:45 am Awards will be distributed

CHARITY PARTNER - Proceeds will benefit THE STRATFORD YMCA

SAFETY MODIFICATIONS

Thanks to the many Departments of Stratford we will be able to present this outdoor event.

Safe distances and safety protocols will be in place, and State/Town guidelines will be met.

With fixed costs and pre-payment of many items it means we CANNOT REFUND any registration fees.

Whether we are live or virtual our commitment to our charity will be maintained.

We hope you can support this commitment and join us.

RACE DATA- We will be using a chip-timed start FOR THE 5k EVENT ONLY.

WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SAFE START- If you are truly at a speedy running level

(6-7min pace per mile or under) we urge you to be at the start early and ready to go at the front 8:55 am.

This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. Thanks!

ON THE COURSE-

We ask you to stay safe and run /walk on the left side, facing traffic for safety, and not run in groups.

THE ONE MILE WALK ONLY is an UNTIMED EVENT- We ask you to keep a safe distance and

please let any runners pass safely by staying to the left side of the roads on this course as much as possible.

EVENT COORDINATION

The Little Pub is proud to have a great team lead by owner Doug Grabe & Jillian Bass & staff.

We are excited to have you join us for our fifth year of fun!.

MS Running Productions - Marty Schaivone is the race director and coordinator of more than 35 races, including six from the Little Pub-

Little O'Pub 5k, the Surfin' Santa, Holiday Toy Run - and others in Stratford- Two Roads Shore to the Pour, the Turkey Trot,

the Bigelow Tea Community Challenge & Hot Oil 5K in Fairfield, the Great Pumpkin Classic at Trumbull High School, and many others in

Fairfield County. MS Running Productions is available for event consulting & directing.

Contact Marty at [email protected]

SPONSOR & PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES

If you or your company would like to partner with us, please contact Jillian & Doug [email protected]