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Race to the Flagpole Set for November

The 3rd Annual Race to the Flagpole will be held on Saturday, Nov. 10, to benefit the Livermore-Granada Boosters scholarship program.

Here's information provided by the Livermore-Granada Boosters:

The Livermore-Granada Boosters will host the 3rd Annual “Race to the Flagpole” on Veterans Day weekend, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012. This year’s event offers several new runs. In addition to the one-mile fun run there will be a 5K run/walk, 10K run and a half marathon. All runs start at Independence Park and go through Livermore’s scenic Sycamore Grove Park. The half marathon goes through Holdener Park in the rolling wine country and continues through Sycamore Grove. These events are open to all ages and abilities. They encourage awareness and appreciation for fitness, as well as community pride.

All race proceeds support the Livermore-Granada Boosters scholarship program. For 64 years, the Boosters have honored varsity scholar athletes from both high schools at their annual May awards banquet. Substantial scholarships are awarded to young men and young women who exemplify athletic excellence and high academic achievement. The Boosters believe students who excel in academics, athletics, and community service become exemplary civic leaders.  Since 1958, the Boosters have awarded more than $211,000 in scholarships.

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Race-day registration begins at 7 a.m. at Independence Park, 2798 Holmes Street in Livermore. The 5K, 10K and half marathon races start at 9:00 am.  The one-mile fun run begins at 11:00 am. Pre-registration entry fees for the 5K and 10K are $30 per runner and $25 for each runner in a family of four. Half marathon entry fees are $40 per runner and $35 for each runner in a family of four. The one-mile fun run entry fee is $10. On race day, all registration entry fees will be an additional  $5. Each race will be divided into age divisions.

Every race participant receives a commemorative T-shirt and is provided with post race refreshments. The awards ceremony honors the top finishers in each age division, school participation, and a tribute to our veterans. All schools in Livermore may compete for the top participation award. The school with the most participants receives a $250 cash donation. For more information, for sponsorship opportunities, or to register, visit www.livermoregranadaboosters.org or contact Mike Nagel, Race Director, at 925-667-6535 or flagpolerace@yahoo.com.

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