E-Race-Stigma 5k Race - Greg Adams

Our own Greg Adams spoke to members today about the E-Race Stigma 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health. Lenawee County Mental Health, ProMedica and the Family Medical Center of Michigan are sponsoring the event beginning at 9 a.m. on May 17 in downtown Adrian. Five local and area Rotary Clubs are putting on the Kids’ Dash.

 

1. The route. The E-Race Stigma 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health starts at the Farmers Market Pavilion on Toledo Street in downtown Adrian. It will proceed through downtown and north of the city to the fairgrounds. Running with E’s helped plan the route and will be timing the event.

 

2. Awards and tech shirts. The top three male and female finishers in each age group will receive awards. All runners and walkers will receive a tech shirt.

 

3. Kids’ Dash. All participants in the Kids’ Dash will receive medals and gift bags containing a book marker and coloring book. Elementary schools in Adrian are competing to see who gets the most students signed up for the event. The winning school will receive a trophy.

 

4. Scholarships available. Sponsors will cover the cost of entry fees for anyone with mental illness or a disability who can’t afford to participate in the run/walk.

 

5. Proceeds support programs. All proceeds from the event will support health education programs in Lenawee County.

 

Why you should participate: “To help raise awareness of mental health and improve overall wellness in our community through exercise and physical fitness.” — Greg Adams, race director of the E-Race Stigma 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health and the Kids’ Dash.