Jim Keenan: “a uniquely fun footrace.” (CLICK TO ENLARGE) James Lomuscio for WestportNow.com
Those who like to run at election time have a new way to participate –- a Sherwood Island State Park footrace called Run4Office5K on Sunday, Nov. 6, two days before the November election.
Organizer Jim Keenan, the man behind the Chowdafest and newer Great Mac n’ Cheese & Chili Challenge -– to be held after the run -– called it a “uniquely fun footrace.”
He said unlike many footraces, runners choose their own bibs. “They can run for their party, their beliefs, even none of the above,” he said in an announcement.
“The race will be used to predict the outcome of the presidential race that follows just two days later by averaging the times of each bib group. It’s a good of a predictor as any.”
Keenan said the 9:30 a.m. race “pokes a little fun at the current political state of thing but it’s really designed to remind people we’re all Americans, regardless who gets voted in. At the end of the day, we have to work together to make to improve the country. It’s also to remind people to get out and vote.”
The entry fee is $30 and registration is online only. Runners get a gift as well as a ticket to attend The Great Mac n’ Cheese & Chili Challenge that follows the race where they enjoy unlimited sampling of mac n’ cheese and chili from 20 different restaurants.
The overall winners will be wrapped in the American flag like the Olympics and receive unique capital dome trophies, Keenan said.
He said local politicians are encouraged to contact the race director if they would like to attend or compete.
The race will be conducted by Marty Schavione, veteran race director who conducts some of the more popular footraces in Fairfield County, the announcement said.
For additional information, visit http://www.Run4Office5K.com or email Keenan at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
