Third annual “Run For Rio”

Benefit Race for Rio del Mar Elementary School

The Rio del Mar Parent Alliance, a non-profit organization of volunteer parents and community members supporting Rio del Mar Elementary, announced today the third annual Run for Rio on Sunday, September 27 at Seascape Village, Aptos. The run is a fun community event open to all – promoting good health while providing needed funds to Rio del Mar Elementary.

The race will start at Seascape Village. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and the 5k begins at 8 a.m., rain or shine. The registration fee is $30 for all participants; family rates for 5 are available for $120; day of event registration is $35. Runners and community members are invited to return to Seascape Village Fitness and Physical Therapy for the post-run award ceremony, raffle, family activities and stay for delicious treats from Seascape Foods. All fitness levels are welcome. Run for Rio is designed for the whole family to enjoy.

“The mission of the Rio Del Mar Parent Alliance is to enrich the educational experience of our students through community events as well as raising funds for critical programs while also promoting health and well being for our school community.” said Desiree Stilwell, President of the Rio del Mar Parent Alliance. “This fundraising event raises needed funds to continue enhance our students and provide support to our teachers and curriculum.” 100 percent of proceeds from the run will directly benefit Rio del Mar students by funding many vital programs, including Professional development for math, technology improvements, science, and arts programs and much more.

Seascape Village Sunday, September 27.
The 5k starts at 8 a.m.
Prize ceremony start at 9:30 a.m.

• Parking: Street parking is available. If you live in the surrounding neighborhoods, please consider walking to the park to minimize traffic.
• Course: Starting at Seascape Village, the course will wind throughout the surrounding neighborhoods. Seascape Foods is providing a post fuel station. T-shirt pick up, race results, and prizes will be held at Seascape Village Fitness and Physical Therapy, approximately 9:30 am.
• 5K Entry Fee: $30.00 – individual; $120.00 – groups of 5. T-shirts guaranteed for the first 250 participants
• Register: http://www.fleetfeetaptos.com/runforrio or for more information visit or call 831-251-5406.

Thank you to our platinum sponsors: Seascape Village Fitness & Physical Therapy, Deluxe Foods and Aptos BBQ; and our silver sponsors: Ship Smart, Nordic Naturals and Wells Fargo.

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To learn more about the Rio del Mar Parent Alliance at riodelmarpa.wordpress.com or follow them on Facebook www.facebook.com/RiodelMarParentAlliance