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Bookin’ for Lookin’

April 9, 2017 by Stacy Rosenthal

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

Download Course Map (PDF)

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Philly Achilles March Newsletter

March 1, 2016 by Patricia

February may be frigid, but the hearts and limbs of Philly Achilles are hot to trot. Despite February 13th being one of the coldest days of the year, the chapter met for a workout and a Hot Chocolate Social (with bonus Rice Krispie treats.) A solid team of the toughest (or craziest!) runners set out for distances of up to 12 miles. The slightly saner members did their workouts indoors on treadmills or with weights.

Achilles Philly is excited to travel to Pittsburgh for our Annual Destination Race – this year it will be the Pittsburgh Hope & Possibility Race® on April 9th. Seven athletes are making the trip with guides and enthusiastic support. We are looking forward to a carb loading dinner the night before with the Pittsburgh chapter.

Bookin’ for Lookin’ is a race supporting Foundation Fighting Blindnes (FFB) and Bucks County Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BCABVI). It was founded by Achilles Philly member Mark McCowan. The race is April 17th and is a great crossover event with our chapter.

The Philadelphia Broad Street Run is May 1st. Our chapter currently has six athletes planning to master the 10 mile run through the City of Brotherly Love. We are working on guide pairings and goals. If any of you outlanders are planning to come for the race, please reach out to see if we can assist. (Please note, Broad Street does not allow handcycles. It allows push rims.)

The date has been set for the 2016 Achilles Philly Gala: Saturday August 6th. Save the date! More details to come!

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Ouch! Race

November 8, 2015 by Becca

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!

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Friendship Circle Walk

October 18, 2015 by Becca

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.

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FBR Fundraiser

September 10, 2015 by Becca

On Thursday, September 10th, we will be teaming up with Fishtown Beer Runners again and heading to Frankford Hall to kick off our three year anniversary celebration. This year all funds raised will go to help our newest athlete, Tom, purchase his very own hand cycle!

Join us for the run- starting in Fishtown at 7, or just meet us at the bar, all are welcome. Details on where to meet for the run can be found at fishtownbeerrunners.com.

Spread the word, and we look forward to seeing you all out there to support the cause!

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