The Philadelphia Parks and Recreation 2017 Blue Cross Broad Street Run will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 8 AM. The course is a 10-mile, point-to-point course (named one of the fastest 10-mile courses in the country by Runner’s World) that starts at the Central High School Athletic Field at Broad Street and Somerville Avenue. The course is a pleasing run past the varied neighborhoods of Philadelphia along Broad Street. The race finishes inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard at the end of Broad Street in South Philadelphia.
Bookin’ for Lookin’
This annual race, organized by Philly Achilles own Mark McCowan, is celebrating its 5th year!!
Their mission is to raise awareness in our community about individuals who deal with various eye conditions. They strive to provide funds to support non-profit organizations conducting vision research, education or patient care. Through their efforts to help these organizations, they serve to help improve the quality of life for people with visual impairments. It is their vision within the near future that our collaborative efforts will help make a difference by restoring sight in all people.
The purpose of the healthy and fitness related event is to raise awareness and raise money for two fantastic organizations: The Bucks County Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BCABVI) and the Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB). Contributions will continue to help finance much-needed research and researchers seeking to find a cure for blindness and sight restoration. In addition, this event promotes a healthy, friendly atmosphere among all the participants, sponsors, volunteers, and community in support of our cause.
LOCATION
Council Rock High School North, Newtown, PA
DISTANCE
8 Miles, 5K, or 1-mile fun run
Philadelphia Marathon and Half Marathon
We are proud to be an official charity partner of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend November 20-22, 2015! We will have several members running in the various races this year! If interested in volunteering, guiding, or running as an athlete, email info@phillyachilles.com.
Ouch! Race
The Ouch! Race is back this year, and we are very excited for the changes they have made. The race will take place on November 8th at Forbidden Drive at 7:30am. There will be options for a 5k, 10k, or 1 mile walk. This is a great opportunity to support a wonderful cause. If you are interested in guiding, running or volunteering, please let us know!
Friendship Circle Walk
We are very excited to be a sponsor for this year’s Friendship Circle Walk on October 18th. The Friendship Circle is an organization that teams up young volunteers with other youths with special needs. The walk will start at the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr at 1:00PM, and participants can choose the 1.5 mile walk or the 5k course.
You can read more about the walk and this great organization at phillyfrienshipwalk.com.