Melon Festival

34th Annual Melon Run

34th Annual Howell Melon Run

Friday, August 19th

6:00pm

 

Join the community tradition of the 34th Annual Melon Run on August 19. This is one of the most scenic and beautiful run/walks through residential streets, historic Lakeview Cemetery, and Howell City Park. The race starts and finishes in Downtown Howell. Onsite registrations, post race awards, and refreshments (like melon ice cream) will all take place on State St. Bring the whole family to enjoy all the special events including the Melon Roll, Tot Trot, Melon Dash, and the One Mile Fun Run/Walk. Parking is available at the Barnard Community Center and on residential streets surrounding Downtown.  Early entry fee deadline is midnight on 8/18. Mailed applications must be postmarked by 8/15.

Site: Downtown Howell, Corner of State and Clinton Streets

 

            Melon Roll (ages 2-5) $2 per child                 6:00pm

            Tot Trot (ages 8 & under) Free (1/4 mile)       6:15pm

            Melon Dash                 $2 per person               6:30pm                                   

            1 Mile                          $10 early/$15 late        6:45pm

            5 K                              $25 early/$30 late        7:00pm

            10 K                            $25 early/$30 late        7:00pm

 

We are also in need of volunteers to help with the run. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority.

 

For more information or to register, please contact the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority at 517/ 546-0693 or visit our website at www.howellrecreation.org.

 

Contact us:  parksandrec@howellrecreation.org

                      517-546-0693 ext. 0

                      fax: 517-546-6018

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The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority was formed in 2006 and serves residents in the City of Howell, Oceola, Genoa and Marion Township. Our mission is to bring communities together to enrich lives by promoting active and healthy lifestyles.

Posted on 08/12/2011 by