There is still time to sign up for the 11th annual Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Run, which will be held at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, May 21 at Maple School, 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook. This is a USATF regsistered and CARA certified race.
This event was organized 10 years ago in honor of Lew Blond, a beloved teacher at Maple School. Each year, the event draws over 750 participants. The Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk has raised over $90,000, which has been donated to the Lew Turner ALS Foundation. Proceeds also support scholarships at Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South High Schoos, as well as educational programs at Maple, Wescott and Willowbrook Schools.
Parking will be available in the Glenbrook North High School south parking lot, at 2300 Shermer Road. There will also be parking at Highland Baking, 2310 Shermer Road, across the street from Maple School. Registration will be available on race day from 7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., in the multi-purpose room at Maple School. T-shirts will be available while supplies last. For more information, call Maple's office at 847-400-8900.
