The 20th Anniversary Lew Blond Run Scheduled for October 16, 2021

Press release from Northbrook/Glenview SD 30:

April 6 2021

The 20th Anniversary Lew Blond Memorial 5K/1 Mile Run fundraiser is scheduled to be held at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Maple School, 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook. Proceeds benefit ALS research through the Les Turner ALS Foundation, scholarships at the Glenbrook High Schools, and special District 30 projects. For more information, contact Board of Director Mr. Samuel Kurtz at 847-400-8900.
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We are working closely with the IDPH and the CDC to ensure that when racing, the safety and well-being of race participants, event staff, and the community remain our highest priority. Specific race details and guidelines will be shared with participants in the weeks leading up to the race.

The Lew Blond Run Board of Directors appreciates everyone’s continued support of the 20th Anniversary Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk event, which benefits ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) research, supports high school scholarships, and special District 30 projects.

The Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk is held to honor Lew Blond, a Maple School teacher who passed away from Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS) in February 2000. He was an exceptional and dedicated educator of the applied arts and was revered and cherished by his students, his colleagues and the parents of the children he served. Lew Blond's family has attended and helped support this race since its inception.

This flat, scenic course goes through the Maple School neighborhood. Proceeds benefit ALS research through the Les Turner ALS Foundation, scholarships for prospective teachers at the Glenbrook High Schools and special District 30 projects. The Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk receives extensive media support and coverage. The event is among the top running events in the north suburban area. The 2018 race drew over 1,000 participants and volunteers. A significant portion of the funds raised from the Lew Blond Run has been donated to the Les Turner (ALS) Foundation.

Race Information

Start Location - Maple School | 2370 Shermer Road | Northbrook, IL

Date: Saturday, October 16, 2021
Rain or Shine: read The Lew Blond Run weather policy here.

Start Time: 8:00 am (5K) / 9:00 am (1 mile)

Race Course: USATF Certified/CARA Certified Race (IL-10116-JW)

Bicycles, roller skates/blades, skateboards and dogs are not permitted on the course.

Strollers and Baby Joggers will be permitted in the One Mile Fun Run only, and should start from the back of the race field."

Split times: Digital clocks at mile 1, mile 2 and the finish line. Split times at miles 1 and 2 only.

Race cutoff time for the 5K is 55 minutes. Cutoff time for the 1 mile is 20 minutes.

Water will be available at the start, midway through the race and at the finish line. First Aid station, gear check and post-race refreshments available on site.

Parking: The best option for easy out access is the Highland Baking parking lot, 2301 Shermer Road, which is on the east side of Shermer Road and directly across the street from the event. Limited parking is also available in the Glenbrook North High School north parking lot and in front of the school on the east side, located at 2300 Shermer Road. Enter and exit on Shermer Road, as Sherman Drive entrances will be closed for the race.

Registration: To be announced

Packet Pickup: To be announced

Awards

Overall male and female 5K winners and the top three men and women in each category of 9 and under, 10-11, 12-14, and 5 year age groups from 15-19 to 65 & over will receive awards. One mile run awards for children 6 and under, 7-9, 10-11 and 12-14.

Top three overall winners will be based on gun time and the top age award winners will be based on chip times. Overall winners will not be included in age group awards.

Unclaimed awards will not be mailed.

Any additional questions? Call 847-400-8902 or 847-498-4190. Email us at blondrun@district30.org

This press release was produced by Northbrook/Glenview SD 30. The views expressed here are the author’s own.