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District 279 Foundation Accepting Registrations for Reading is Fun 5K Run/Walk

The event is a fundraiser to benefit media centers in each of the Osseo Area Schools.

The third annual District 279 Foundation Reading is Fun 5K Run/Walk will be Saturday, Aug. 17 at Elm Creek Park Reserve in the Acorn Area. 

The event is a fundraiser to benefit media centers in each of the Osseo Area Schools.   

Race day times include:

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  • 8 a.m. – registration
  • 9 a.m. – 1K mascot race and family fun run/walk
  • 9:30 a.m. – 5K competitive run and 5K walk

Registration is $15 for youth up to age 18 and $25 for adults. The 5K walk course is pet and stroller friendly. 

Awards will be presented to the top three males and females in the following age groups: 12 and under; 13 to 18; 19 to 35; 36 to 49; and 50-plus. 

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Register online at www.district279foundation.org. Select the registration link for the Reading is Fun – 5K Run/Walk. 

Elm Creek Park Reserve’s Acorn Area is located at 12400 James Dean Parkway, Maple Grove.

(Information provided by Osseo Area Schools)


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