Don't Be Afraid.....       

                                            The Running Scared 5k 

                is BACK Again this year!

               Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009  

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for 2009, click this link for more information: Sponsor Request Form

Scroll down - you will find:                                              

FACTS, Sponsors, Sponsorship Opportunities and "Freak"-quently asked questions

$30 Pre- Registration 

$35 Late Registration 

Packet Pick-up Thursday, Oct. 15th 3-8pm

Day of Event Registration, Oct. 17th 4:00pm-5:45pm

Fee includes Race Entrance, Cool Shirt, Goody Bag, Admission into Party, Music, Food and Drink (over 21 includes 1 free beer)

Alcoholic Beverages available for purchase with Proper ID 

Costumes encouraged, Not required for entry

Walkers permitted, No Dogs

Route to be 5k (3.1 miles)

You may register on-line soon at GetMeRegistered.com

Or you may download a 2008 registration form: Registration Form

View the Course

Proceeds benefit: Youth Education

Just the FACTS:

Fun Fact: 3332 guests have visited this website.

The 2nd annual Running Scared 5k Race will be held 

Sat., Oct. 17th, 2009 at 6pm 

1600 West Street, Reading, OH 45215 

(That's Reading Veteran's Memorial Stadium)

Ending at Koenig Park with a PARTY!!!!

"I can honestly say the race course was great." - Tim

It is a Great, Scary time!

"BTW - I found the race to be lots of fun. It was our first 5k. We have previously only done half and full marathons. Thanks."  - Renee

Last year there were 214 registrants with 151 official finishers. 

We lost some in the graveyard  :-) 

"Thanks so much, the race was fantastic and I had a great time. Thanks!!"  - Scott

For Results: http://www.Runningtime.net 

"Enjoyed the race. Plan on doing it again next year. Thank You." - Jeff

Award winners loved their custom MUGS! "I loved the mug - great prize. Way better than the medals they usually give out." - Tim 

Hundreds more people attended the Post-Race party and the 2nd Annual Beer Tasting/Halloween Bash, which followed at Koenig Park.

There was a wonderful post-race party featuring food and drink from some of our fabulous sponsors:  

Chick-fil-A, El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant, Blue Grass Quality Meats, Husman Snacks, McDonald's,  UDF Ice Cream, Busken Cookies, Snapple and A&W, Samuel Adams and Reading Beer Drive-Thru 

Participants received the best lookin'  "Drop Dead" gorge-ous t-shirt of the season!

There are still shirts left in various sizes for purchase. Contact: SHarsch277@aol.com to own yours today! Perfect for Halloween!

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors of 2008!

Oxford Physical Therapy Centers

"It was very very well done and the added touch of Oxford etc. was great. I ran my fastest 5k and some of it had to do with how they stretched me."   - Tim 

Fleet Feet Sports  

Ray Dankel

In Memory of Ervin Weisbrod

In Memory of John R. Mueller (Trucking Since 1875)

In Memory of "Butch" Bemmes

The Mueller Companies - Since 1875

Chick-Fil-A of Kenwood Towne Centre

"It was certainly our pleasure to be at your race!  We had a great time, even though it was a little chilly out.  It was fantastic!" - Tara 

Samuel Adams Brewery Company

Snapple and A & W Bottling Company

United Dairy Farmers 

Busken Bakery

"I'm so glad everyone enjoyed the cookies; they definitely are among the best!" - Jeff

Reading Beer Drive-Thru

McDonald's of Reading

Husman's Snack Foods

Blue Grass Quality Meats

El Pueblo Mexican Restaurant

St. Rita's School For The Deaf Haunted House

Budweiser & Heidelberg

The Magic of Tom Bemmes

ST Custom Signs

The BackYard Bar

Vonderhaar's Catering, Inc. 

Goessling's 5-star IGA's

Maribelle Cakery

Lifetime Events Photography

Valley Council Credit Union, Inc.

Restylers' Choice, LLC

David Hirschberg Company

Rumpke Consolidated Companies, Inc.

Dick Jones Barber Shop

A Cut Above Them All

Cutter Insurance 

Alan Laub DDS/Pat Michel DDS

Douglas G. Sand, CPA

Cincinnati Bride

Valley Refrigeration Service

Holthaus Plumbing

Schmidt-Dhonau Galloway Funeral Homes

Rohm and Haas Cincinnati

The Maloney's Sports Bar & Grill

Hertz Equipment Rental

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 10

WalMart of Evendale

Adleta Construction

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

The Kroger Co. of Blue Ash and Hartwell

Thanks to all our participants and volunteers! "Thank you for the great opportunity. We had a fantastic time. I would love to help with anything you need as far as ideas or organization of the race in the future! Thanks again,"           - Heather

We hope to see you again next year.

   Some Candid Shots of Set-Up on Race Day

Some of the Students and Teachers who Participated in the 5k 

Sponsorship Opportunities

                 Sponsor levels and the benefits are:    

    $5,000  - Title the Race:   (Your company name) Running Scared 5k

                    Entrance for 10 of your employees into the Race

                    Prominent display of your logo on street banner

Prominent display of your logo on poster and t-shirt

        Link on website

        Listing at Race as Platinum Sponsor on Poster

        Exclusivity of type – no competitors

    $2,500 – Entrance for 10 of your employees into the Race

                   Logo on poster and t-shirt

                   Link on website

                   Listing at Race as Gold Sponsor on Poster

                   No exclusivity of type

    $1,000 – Entrance for 5 employees into the Race

                   Logo on t-shirt

                   Listing on website

                   Listing at Race as Silver Sponsor on Poster

                   No exclusivity of type

      $500 - Entrance for 2 employees into the Race  

                      Listing on website

                 Listing at Race as Bronze Sponsor on Poster

                 No exclusivity of type 

    $100 - Listing on website

                 Listing at Race as Sponsor on Poster

                 No exclusivity of type 

                 All levels get access to RACE goody bag  

                Questions about sponsorship? Please contact Sandy Harsch at SHarsch277@aol.com

"Freak"- quently asked Questions

What is the "Running Scared 5k"?

It is a Race For a Good Cause and a Good Cause for a Party!   Directly after the finish of the 5k run, participants are admitted to a Party with music, food and drinks. 21 and over crowd, with proper ID, will be admitted to the Beer Tasting. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase by those with proper ID.

Is Entrance to the Party available to non-participants?

Bring yourself and your friends. The Big Pavilion at Koenig Park will host the 2nd annual Beer Tasting for those who are 21 and over with proper ID. Entrance to the Beer Tasting is available for $8 pre-sale or $10 night of event,  for those who don't do the Race. Proper ID is required for all at the Beer Tasting.

What's Happening at the Beer Tasting?

For those who are 21 and over with proper ID, the 3rd Annual Beer Tasting is a Halloween Bash! Costume Contest with Prizes awarded, Home-made Chili cook-off, Live music, Split-the-Pot, Raffle Baskets and of course The Beer Tasting!

What's Happening at the Party if I'm under 21?

For the under 21 crowd, there is still a Party going on. Food, Soft Drinks, Music and Costume Contest are still part of the fun planned. 

 "What  makes this Race so cool, ghoul?"

Oxford Physical Therapy Centers is going to have a tent with therapists "on hand" to stretch you out! Give you advice. 

As our sponsor list grows, so will the party and fun!

Of course there will be some spooky surprises along the way. This  is THE RACE not to miss this year. 

What is the route for the Run/Walk?

You may view the course by clicking this link:

View the Course

Why is the race called "Running Scared 5k"?

Tis the Season...

It's October and participants are encouraged to dress in costume as they make their way through the cemetery. Watch out for some spooky surprises along the way!

Why should I run this race?

Besides the fun, the food, the festivities and the cool t-shirt, your entry fee is going for a great cause - youth education.

What time is the race and Where is it at?

Race starts at 6pm. You may park your vehicle anywhere near Haffey FieldHouse and Reading Veteran's Memorial Stadium. The race will start on West Street near the Stadium, wind through the Reading cemetery and head out and back for a flat, fast course ending near Koenig Park, where the party will be going strong.

Will there be awards?

Awards will be given to top 50 men and women as they come through the shoot. No Awards ceremony. 

Will there be water stops and bathrooms available?

There will be water/gatorade at the start, middle and end of the route. Bathrooms will be available at those locations as well.

Are Walkers allowed?

Absolutely. Walkers will be asked to finish the race on the sidewalk , but the Party will still be going when you arrive.

Do You Need Volunteers?

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. If you would like to volunteer, please contact SHarsch277@aol.com 

Sandy will take your information and keep you informed of your responsibilities, such as point runners/walkers in right direction, etc. 

What do I get for Volunteering?

First and foremost, volunteers get the satisfaction of helping raise funds for Youth Education. They get to be a part of the inaugural 5k. Details are still being worked out, but Volunteers will be admitted to the under 21 Post Race Party, receive chance to win sponsor donated items & enjoy the entertainment and camaraderie!