GE Park / Union Park Clubhouse, Bloomington IL
Sunday, December 15th, 2024
🏃♂️ Event Details
- Date: December 15, 2024
- Location: GE Park / Union Park Clubhouse, Bloomington, IL
- Event Type: Free, un-timed fun run
- Website: Gene's Jog
🎉 About Gene Harding
- Community Member: Gene was a longtime member of the Bloomington-Normal running community.
- Pastry Chef: He devoted his life to making the world a sweeter place with his celebrated pastries.
- Passions: Gene loved cheering for the Florida Gators and enjoyed playing golf.
- Legacy: He will be remembered for his bellowing laugh, warm smile, and as the best golden retriever owner.
👗 Costumes Encouraged
- Theme: Wear costumes related to great food, pastries, classic rock, golden retrievers, or the Florida Gators.
- Prize Opportunity: Participants wearing themed costumes could win a prize!
🍻 Post-Run Celebration
- Community Event: Plan on sticking around for a post-run party and celebration.
- Food & Drink: This event is free: participants are encouraged to BYOB and bring a snack to share.
- Open Invitation: Everyone is welcome, even if you didn’t know Gene: it's a run or walk for all.
💖 Support a Cause
- Donations: Donations are encouraged online or with cash/check on race day.
- Beneficiary: Help support World Central Kitchen.
- Mission: Founded by Chef José Andrés, WCK provides fresh meals in response to humanitarian crises.
🤝 Volunteers Needed
- Help Needed: We will need a few hands to set up and clean up.
- Contact: Please email julie@fleetfeetbloomington.com if you’re willing to help.
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