Press release:
The Friends & Family 5K returns to Elba Saturday (September 16). The 13th annual event raises money for Arc of Genesee Orleans disability services and helps fund the Mary Anne Graney Memorial Scholarship for students in Genesee and Orleans Counties. Mrs. Graney was a dedicated parent, a long-time supporter and an advocate for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
New this year, the former Terri Krieger Memorial 5K has been merged into the Elba event. Terri was a beloved Arc Staff Member, who passed away in 1997.
The Friends & Family 5K is made up of a 5K certified course and a fun walk, with the route beginning near and ending at the Arc Day Habilitation Center, 4603 Barrville Road, Elba. Walk in registration is $20 for the 5K and $15 for the fun walk. Registration opens at 8:45 Saturday morning. The 5K begins at 10 a.m.
The “out and back” 5K course begins on Barrville Road, then east on Bridge, north on Luddington to the end, then back to the Arc Day Habilitation Center. Neighbors have been notified that the affected roads will be closed while runners and walkers are on the course, approximately one hour. Town of Elba Highway officials, the Elba Fire Police and the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department will be assisting to ensure a safe, fun time for everyone.
Prizes will be presented to the overall male and female runners, with medals and cookie awards from Casenic Cookies awarded to the male and female first and second place runners in the following age categories: 12 and under, 13–18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69 and 70+.
Based on the beautiful weather forecast, organizers are anticipating a lot of walk-in registrants.
