
The annual Shelter Island 5k Run/Walk, held in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, will take place on Saturday, October 19th, at 11 a.m. The USATF-certified 5k Course will begin at Crescent Beach, rain or shine. All proceeds benefit women on the East End fighting breast and gynecological cancer through East End organizations The North Fork Breast Health Coalition, The Coalition for Women’s Cancers at Southampton Hospital, and Lucia’s Angels.
Pre-registration will cost $45 for walkers and runners, and kids 12 and under are $25. Day-of registration will cost $50 for both walkers and runners and $30 for kids 12 and under. Participants will receive T-shirts, bibs, post-race refreshments, food, awards, and a complimentary BBQ (while supplies last). Runners may register online at https://events.elitefeats.com/24shelterfall.
Tickets will also be available for a 50/50 Raffle with prizes to East End restaurants and shops, including American Hotel, Vine Street Café, Shelter Island Pilates & Barre, Gloria Jewel, and more. All proceeds raised from the raffle will benefit Lucia’s Angels.
“More than twenty-five years ago, I received a phone call from Mary Ellen Adipietro, who shared her idea of organizing a run/walk on Shelter Island to support women on the North and South Forks. At the time, I didn’t know Mary Ellen, but I agreed to visit her house the following evening. To be honest, I was a nervous wreck—meeting people I didn’t know, unsure of what to expect or their level of experience. Did they even know how to organize a 5K? I certainly didn’t. The meeting turned out to be one of the most successful I’ve ever had, and the rest, as they say, is history. Mary Ellen and her outstanding committee became good friends, created an amazing race (which remains my favorite fundraiser), and over the past 25 years, they have raised so much money that for many years, we have been able to host a three-day retreat for breast and gynecological cancer survivors in our local community. The Renewal and Hope Retreat has become a favorite among our ladies, and we couldn’t do it without the Shelter Island 5K. Working with these dedicated men and women for the last 25 years has been inspiring, fun, and incredibly rewarding.” – Susie Roden, President of The Coalition for Women’s Cancers.
Lace up for a great cause! See you on October 19th!