13 events in Monmouth County, New Jersey

In early 2021, Stacie Roman experienced a profound loss when her beloved father, John Stephen Westcott, passed away from COVID pneumonia on February 12th. Grief-stricken yet determined, Stacie sought a way to honor her father's legacy.

By June of the same year, Stacie collaborated with Rami's Heart Corp to organize our inaugural event—a walk that combined both physical and virtual participation. This gathering was more than just a walk; it was a testament to love, resilience, and remembrance. Together, we supported Rami's Heart COVID-19 Memorial, a place where the memories of lost loved ones find solace. Thanks to Stacie's efforts, we raised some of the funds needed to establish the nation's first permanent national COVID-19 memorial.

As another year passes, Stacie and the Rami's Heart team are preparing for our 6th Annual Walk to Remember. The main event will take place at the Belmar Beach Boardwalk in New Jersey, the original site of the memorial before it relocated to Allaire Community Farm in Wall Township, NJ.

However, this 5k walk/run can be done anywhere in the USA. No matter where you walk or run, your steps matter. Each stride contributes to our cause, supporting Rami's Heart COVID-19 Memorial and Rami's Heart Corp in continuing our vital work. Funds raised go towards maintaining the memorial, covering essential expenses, and hosting ceremonies and events to honor our loved ones.

As participants, you have three options:

1. Walk anywhere in the USA.

2. Join Stacie and the Rami's Heart team, along with fellow grievers, at the Belmar Boardwalk, New Jersey.

3. Join fellow grievers in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Let us walk together, side by side, carrying the memories of our loved ones forward. Together, we walk to remember. Together, we keep their legacies alive, one step at a time.

Please join us on Saturday, April 25 at 10 AM (same-day registration begins at 9 AM) rain or shine at the Student Center Patio at Monmouth University (more details here) for our 5K walk/run to raise money for the promotion of education (map of race is here)!

In addition to registering yourself, you can also be your own fundraiser by asking friends and families to contribute to your cause! Have fun with it by giving your team a name, dressing alike and making your own signs!

Proceeds will benefit . Enjoy refreshments, music and prizes.

Your donation will give girls and boys both locally and globally the opportunity to thrive with an education and be catalysts of change for others. Suggested donations are $5 for students and $20 for all others. With that, you get breakfast, a t-shirt if you register by April 18, and if you place first, second or third you are eligible to receive a gift card! You can also make donations by cash, on our website at https://wageinternational.org/ or by going directly HERE to make a secure donation or by making a check out to "WAGE International." Looking forward to seeing you soon, and thank you!

If you'd like to sponsor this important event and get promotion of your business in exchange, please let us know! For $200, you can get your name and logo on the back of our shirt! You will also be promoted in social media as well as at the event. DEADLINE IS APRIL 13.

WAGE International, a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization founded on the belief that every girl across the globe deserves the opportunity to live a happy, healthy life absent of abuse and violence. It is the mission of both SAGE and WAGE to educate both boys and girls to be catalysts of change and citizens empowered to help eradicate violence against women. For your tax purposes, WAGE-International Federal Tax ID Number is 46-3583442. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

NJ Running Block Party at Birdsmouth Beer in Oceanport, NJ! Choose your challenge of either a 5K or 1 Mile run/walk. Run through the beautiful and historic Fort Monmouth base. Complete with morning fuel stations, fully marked routes, and refreshments along the way. Finish back at Birdsmouth Beer for an unforgettable post-run beer festival atmosphere, where you'll enjoy two complimentary craft beers in an official HOPS TROT pint glass, SPECIAL EDITION FINISHER MEDAL, live music, food trucks, games, sponsor giveaways, and a massive charity raffle with over $3,000 in prizes, all while benefiting local charities. Have fun and give back!

This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!

WHAT IS HOPS TROT:

• Pick your run distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)

• Mark your calendar for a fun day of running and craft beer!

• Pre-Run:

• Check in half an hour before your start time

• We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions

• Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries

• Local running shops and support stations

• The Ride:

• Run your distance on marked and secured routes

• Medical support vehicle

• Snacks & refreshments

• Post Ride:

• FINISHER MEDAL included in your registration!

• It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!

• Official co-branded HOPS TROT Pint Glass for every runner

• Hops Trot high-quality neoprene koozies

• Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games

• Check out our merch tent & snack stand

• Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!

• Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page

• Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!

*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

• FINISHER MEDAL! Every runner gets one!

• Official Hops Trot X BIRDSMOUTH BEER 2026 Pint Glass

• (2) Birdsmouth Craft Lagers are ON US!

• High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies

• Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!

• Collectable Runner Bibs - Event Photos!

• Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer

• Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!

NEW TO OUR 2026 EVENTS:

• PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Hops Trot experience during pre-run, during the run, and post-run! We have amazing photo ops!

• NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to run with us but don't want the alcohol?

• COLLECTABLE RUNNER BIBS - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bib designed just for this event! They look awesome!

• SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!

IT'S A CELEBRATION OF RUNNING AND CRAFT BEER!

Runners will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a ton of prizes including a private brewery tour and running gear!

Benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Have fun, and give back!

The 11th Annual Run The Hook 5K/10K returns to Sandy Hook National Park, NJ on May 10th, 2026 in support of local non-profit Clean Ocean Action.

All runners receive a commemorative pint glass as they cross the finish line in addition to a t-shirt, closed course on Sandy Hook National Park, and chip timed results.

National Parks Service has imposed a cap on attendance again this year. Registration will be open to 600 runners only. Please register early if you'd like to participate and support Clean Ocean Action.

Priority Registration will open Tuesday, February 17th at 10:00 AM until Thursday, February 19th at 9:59 AM. This is an exclusive registration period for all 2024 and 2025 participants to sign up at a discount for themselves and up to three friends.

Login to Runsignup using the name and email used to register previously to access the tickets. Only the main ticket buyer needs to have registered previously, however the additional friends need to be registered at the same time.

General On Sale for all other participants will open Thursday, February 19th at 10:00 AM.

A portion of proceeds from the race go directly to Clean Ocean Action so they can continue to work to improve the quality of our local bodies of water and protect them from pollution and industrialization. The race is fittingly situated on a less than 1 mile wide peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and Sandy Hook Bay giving runners an opportunity to run in a truly unique and natural setting.

Run The Hook is proud to be a single-use plastic free event as part of our mission to rid the beaches and oceans of plastic litter and pollution.

Advanced bib and shirt pick up will be at Road Runner Sports on Saturday, May 9th from 11 AM - 2 PM. Same day pick up will be available starting at 7:00 AM in the start/finish area. You are able to pick up for multiple runners if you have their bib numbers. Bibs will be assigned at check-in.

Kids Run distances: TBA

It's our 30th year!

Join us for a seaside race on a flat, partially shaded course through scenic Avon-by-the-Sea. Clocks and water stops at each mile. Shirts guaranteed to first 1,500 registered runners. All runners automatically entered in post-race raffle. Raffle prizes include season beach badges to the Avon-by-the-Sea beach. All proceeds benefit the Avon Volunteer First Aid Squad.

The Avon Volunteer First Aid Squad is a not-for-profit, 501c(3) organization that provides emergency medical and rescue services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at no charge, to residents and visitors to Avon-by-the-Sea. It has provided these services since 1931. The squad is staffed by volunteer EMTs and relies entirely on charitable contributions for all operating expenses.

Schedule for Bib and Shirt Pick-up:

Early Number & Shirt Pickup (at Avon First Aid Building, 520 Main Street, Avon) Thursday May 28, 5:00 - 7:00 pm; and Friday May 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Late Number & Shirt Pickup (at the pavilion on the Boardwalk at Norwood Avenue, Avon) Saturday May 30, 7:00 - 8:30 am.

EXPECT LINES IF YOU PICK UP ON SATURDAY. Pick up Thursday or Friday if possible, to avoid the lines.

There will be NO bib / shirt pick-up on Wednesday.

Supporting the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the new Vogel Medical Campus.

Honoring the Piazza Family and all of our NICU Super Heroes.

Registration includes access to the race village, fun zone, program, post-race food truck and bib ticket redeemable at Birdsmouth Beer.

Register by May 8th to receive a finisher medal and t-shirt.

Food Trucks will include a Kosher option.

DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE at Fort Athletic Club: Sunday, June 7th

8:00 AM Packet Pick Up and Day of Registration

9:30 AM 5K Timed Race

9:45 AM 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

10:15 AM Program, Food Trucks Open

12:30 PM Event Concludes

Event is rain or shine.

Sponsorship Information below or visit our website www.rwjbh.org/bigsteps

Volunteers are needed on race day! If you or a family member would like to volunteer please complete a registration here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/NJ/FairHaven/GirlontheRun5KFairHaven

Girls on the Run of Central NJ is celebrating 24 years of inspiring girls to recognize their limitless potential and boldly pursue their dreams! Please consider making a $24 donation with your registration in celebration of our anniversary and to help us give more girls the opportunity to participate in this life changing program through our scholarship fund. Thank you

Date: June 1, 2025

Please consider running the GOTR 5K as a Girls on the Run of Central NJ SoleMate and help us continue to fund our GOTR Scholarship program. All proceeds from the SoleMates program is used to provide scholarships to girls in low income areas and give them the opportunity to participate in thsi amazing program! Please visit our SoleMates page at www.gotrcnj.org/get-involved/solemates

5K Race Course Map

Registration Fees: Non-Refundable, Non Transferable

Early Registration by 5/2 - $30

5/3-5/16 - $35

5/17-5/28 at noon - $40

Race Day - $45

Location: Fair Haven Fields Ridge Road Fair Haven

Computer Timing:

Chip timing

Tristate Timing

Water stops on course and at finish

Schedule:

8:15am - Packet Pick-up & Registrations

9:15am Registration closes (no exceptions!)

9:30am – Race Start

Amenities:

T-shirt and to all pre-registered, others while supplies last.

Post - race refreshments for runners only

Thank you to our sponsors:

HARK-ALS, Inc.

United Rent All

Waldele Family Foundation

Junior League of Monmouth County

PSE&G

Join us for the Main Street Donuts Shark Run 5K on SATURDAY, June 13th at 8:30 AM on Main Street in Matawan, NJ. This 3.1-mile course is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.

Packet Pick Up:

Thursday & Friday Prior to Event

TBD

Day of: 7:00 am - 8:00 am. Packet PIck

All participants will receive:

Exclusive SHARK SHIRT (while supplies last)

SHARK DONUT MEDAL

Fresh SHARK DONUT from Main Street Donuts

Enjoy a fun-filled morning featuring the 5K run/walk followed by a post-race celebration with donuts, coffee, sharks, and more. Each registered participant will receive a finisher’s medal and a donut courtesy of Main Street Donuts.

Event Highlights:

Stroller friendly

Family and friends welcome

Presented by Main Street Donuts and Live Run Give LLC

5K runners will gather at 8:30 AM to run or walk through the streets of Matawan. Every finisher will take home a medal and a sweet treat.

Charity Beneficiary:

Matawan Regional High School Performing Arts Program

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

ENTRY FOR 2026 NOW OPEN! Participants may opt to walk or run this 5k!

Specialist Gregory Mitchell of Bravo Troop in the 102nd Calvary Unit has been selected as the SGT Nutter Run 2026 Beneficiary!

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Class 69 of the New Jersey Army National Guard Officer Candidate School (NJOCS) in Sea Girt, NJ will host the 22nd Annual Sergeant Nutter 5K Run.

This event is organized by the SGT Sam Nutter Organization Inc (SSNO) in memory of the late SGT Samuel Nutter, to benefit the family of a NJ National Guard service member. We are asking for your help in aiding our Soldiers and their families in their time of need. This year's Beneficiary will be Specialist Gregory Mitchell, who was involved in a severe car accident in August of 2025 that resulted in multiple brain bleeds and a traumatic brain injury (TBI). All proceeds, sponsorships, and donations will directly support his continued recovery.

The 5K race will take place at the Army National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, New Jersey. This year we are adding Youth run/walk 200 meter for kids ages 6 to 9 and 1/2 mile (800 meters) for ages 10 to 13. We will also be hosting a virtual run to allow all who wish to participate the opportunity to do so! On behalf of the Sergeant Samuel Nutter Organization, we encourage your support and thank you for being an invaluable part of this cause. You can support this cause by running in the race, donating, or becoming an event sponsor. Whichever you choose to do, know that you will be honoring the legacy of SGT Nutter during this year's 22nd annual 5K run. SSNO is a registered 501(c) 3 non-profit organization and 100% of the proceeds will be donated.

There will be an awards ceremony at the end of the event! We will be giving out medals to the following age brackets!

Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female Overall Winners

Age Bracket Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female

[13 and under] [14 - 18] [19 - 29] [30 - 39] [40 - 49] [50 - 59] [60 - 69] [70 - 79] [80 +]

NJ OCS Class 69

SGT Samuel Nutter Organization

501(c)3 ID: 0400106803 EIN: 20-3572972

www.sgtnutterrun.org