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Local Area Race Calendar for 2013

APRIL 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Apr 06 Saturday 09:30 AM	Bengal Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Buffalo State College, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222. Fast and Flat USATF certified course. Day of Race Registration begins at 8:00 AM in the Buffalo State Sports Arena. Walkers are welcome! Post-race party with refreshments and music.	Fran Roach 716.878.6001	Web	eMail	NY11003JG
Apr 07 Sunday 10:00 AM	Putting Hunger on the Run 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- D'Youville College, 320 Porter Avenue, Buffalo 14201. Friends of Night People. Day of race reg. at D'Youville's Madonna Hall starting at 8:00 AM. Race start is located on Niagara Street near Vermont St. Run starts at 10:00 AM. Awards in 5-year age groups thru 80+. Download a race application.	John Abbarno 716.884.5375 716.829.7786	Web	eMail	NY04008AM
Apr 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Young Life 5K Run, Fun Walk & Kids Fun Race	5K	HAMBURG -- The HUB at the Wesleyan Church of Hamburg, S 4999 McKinley Pkwy, Hamburg 14075. Free t-shirts for runners who pre-register by March 28. Kids 1/4 mile Fun Race starts at 8:30 AM. 5K race & walk starts at 9:00 AM. Late registration opens at 7:30 AM. Tons of food, games, and prizes for all registrants & fans. Awards given to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in all age categories. Download a race application. You can also register online at the web link.	Nathan Stoddard 716.825.6702	Web	eMail	NY05001AM
Apr 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Mathletes 5K Run/Walk	5K	WEST SENECA -- 14 Holy Helpers, 1339 Indian Church Rd, West Seneca, NY. The race is in honor of the late school teacher Cindy Frank. Certified course. Medals 3-deep in 5-year age groups. Gret post race with basket raffle, 50/50 drawing. Post-race beverages and food provided with entry fee. The event benefits Hospice and 14 Holy Helpers School. you can register now online. You may visit the website for more details.	Rob Cruz 716.870.8956	Web	eMail	NY13024JG
Apr 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Health Fair 5K Run and 1-Mile Family Fun Run	5K	NORTH TONAWANDA -- North Tonawanda Middle School, 1500 Vanderbilt Aveneue, North Tonawanda NY 14120. Low cost 5K in conjunction with the district's Health Fair. Only $5 for NT residents and $10 for all others! Race course starts and ends at the NT Middle School. Awards in 5-year age groups through 70+. Finish line by WNYFLS. See the event website or download a race application.	Lindsey Starr, Susan Evarts 716.807.3715	Web	eMail
Apr 13 Saturday 09:30 AM	Anew Run	5K	JAMESTOWN -- The Salvation Army Gymnasium, 83 South Main St., Jamestown, NY 14701. Race day registration opens at 7:30 AM in The Salvation Army Gymnasium. 10-yr age groups thru 60+. The Anew Run occurs in downtown Jamestown to benefit The Salvation Army Anew Center serving victims of domestic violence, rape, and sexual assault in Chautaqua County. Download an application.	Stacey Tanner 716.661.3894		eMail
Apr 13 Saturday 11:00 AM	Feel The Spirit	5K	CHEEKTOWAGA -- Infant of Prague Church, 921 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga, 14225. Race starts on Foisset Ave. – off Cleveland Drive in Cheektowaga. 5K race and 1-Mile fun walk. 5-year age groups through 80+. Age 75+ registration is free.	Tim Zelasko 716.380.0231 716.634.3660	Web	eMail	NY07045JG
Apr 14 Sunday 10:00 AM	Canisius College Shoes For The Shelter	5K	BUFFALO -- Registration and race packet pickup at the Patrick Lee Center adjacent to the Koessler Athletic Center at 9:30 AM, Canisius College, 1833 Main St., Buffalo. Advance registration at gogriffs.com. New course to be announced soon…	John Maddock 716.888.2977	Web	eMail	NY13033JG
Apr 20 Saturday 10:00 AM	UB Run For Smiles	5K	BUFFALO -- UB South Campus, 3435 Main St., Buffalo NY. The race will be moving to South Campus this year with a 3.1 mile loop around the campus and surrounding area. Runners will begin and end at the Health Science Library quad. Post race celebration will have live music, food and FREE BEER FOR ALL RUNNERS! Chip timing by Score This!!! SIGN UP TODAY: REGISTER HERE. at score-this.com. For more specific details on the 5K route CHECK OUT OUR NEW ROUTE HERE.	Anna Bailey 716.440.0365	Web	eMail	NY13036JG
Apr 20 Saturday 10:30 AM	Envirun	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Registration will be at the east end of Goat Island, Niagara Falls State Park. Parking is free for the race. T-shirts to first 300 registrants.	Paul Kranz 716.858.7897	Web	eMail	NY12111JG
Apr 20 Saturday 12:00 PM	Earth Day Green Buffalo Run	4.22 Miles	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Meadow Road entrance. A run to commemorate Earth Day in Buffalo. The run will feature a distance of 4.22 miles, commemorating the date of the first ever Earth Day on 4/22/70 and celebrating this year's 43rd Earth Day celebration set for Monday 4/22. Finish Line at the Indian Hunter Statue at the 4.22 mile mark. The top 25 finishers will receive a complimentary Green Buffalo Runner T-Shirt and water bottle. Immediately following the race, all runners and spectators are encouraged to join with the Buffalo Olmstead Parks Conservancy for the planting of the Green Buffalo Runner - Earth Day 2013 commemorative tree.	Jim O'Connor 716.258.0126	Web	eMail
Apr 21 Sunday 09:00 AM	Take-Off For Learning	5K	JAMESTOWN -- Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport, Main Entrance, 3163 Airport Drive, Jamestown, NY 14701. 5K Run / Walk. 9:00 AM Start. T-Shirts to pre-registered and while supply lasts. Awards to overall and age group winners. Race starts at the terminal of the Chautauqua County Airport. Refreshments after the run. The event supports the Jamestown Seventh-Day Adventist Church School.	Trent Caster 716.969.8520	Web	eMail
Apr 21 Sunday 09:00 AM	The Boston Marathon Tragedy Tribute Run To Show Solidarity	ANY Distance	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park Golf Course Ring Road, Buffalo NY. Registration and start near the "Juicery" concession stand which is near the intersection of Meadow Rd and N. Meadow Dr (The Ring Road). NOT A RACE -- NO OFFICIAL TIMES OR PLACES -- NO SET DISTANCE. This group run is a hastily convened event to show solidarity within the running community and support for those affected by the Boston Marathon Tragedy. Any proceeeds to be donated to the Red Cross. Run one lap or run 15 laps (approx the marathon distance).	Julia Burke
Apr 27 Saturday 09:00 AM	Buffalo Undy 5000	5K	BUFFALO -- The Ring Road around the golf course at Delaware Park, Buffalo NY. Unique national event series where participants are encouraged to dress in underwear or boxers to draw attention to the fight against colon cancer. 5K at 9:00 AM. 1.3 Mile Fun Run at 9:10 AM. Onsite reg and packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM. The event is to help the Colon Cancer Alliance fight cancer. See the web site for registration and additional details. See the event on Facebook.	Daniella Pena 202.628.0123 x 104 619.261.5578	Web	eMail	NY11064JG
Apr 27 Saturday 09:00 AM	Saps Run	10K run, 5K walk	FRANKLINVILLE -- Ten Broeck Academy and Franklinville Central Central School, 31 N. Main Street (SR 16), Franklinville, NY 14737. 30 pre-registration will receive a pair of socks. There is no entry fee but we are asking for non-perishable donations for the local food pantry.	Norman Moore, TroyAnne Huntington 716.372.8184 716.676.8060 x3312	Web	eMail
Apr 27 Saturday 10:00 AM	Kaleida Spring Into Fitness	5K	BUFFALO -- 100 High Street, Buffalo NY 14203. New course this year. 5K Run and 2.5K Walk. Beer Tent for all participants & Great food. First 500 receive T-Shirt.	Sean Beecher 716.859.7069	Web		NOT CERTIFIED
Apr 28 Sunday 07:30 AM	Flower City Half Marathon	Half Marathon	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN & MASTERS HALF MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIP. ROCHESTER -- War Memorial - 1 War Memorial Sqare, Rochester, NY 14614. See the event web site for details	Dave Boutillier 585.697.3338	Web	eMail	NY10106KL
Apr 28 Sunday 08:00 AM	17th Annual BPAC 6-Hour Distance Classic!	6-Hour Ultra	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. AMHERST -- North of the The Northtown Center (Formerly the Pepsi Center), 1615 Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221. (South-east of UB Amherst Campus, off Millersport Highway at Coventry Exit.) Run and/or Walk as far as you can in 6 hours and/or do a full marathon or greater on the Amherst Bike Path. Download a race application. You can register online. See the Course Map #2 and see the Course Map #3.	Sue Devlin, Jeff John	Web	eMail	NY13040JG NY13042JG

MAY 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
May 03 Friday 06:00 PM	NCCC Alumni Association's 5K Run / Walk	5K	SANBORN -- Niagara County Community College (NCCC), 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132. Registration in the NCCC H-Bulding. Fast, flat course around the scenic NCCC campus. RFID timing. Awards to overall and top 3 in 5-year age groups. T-shirts to the first 150 participants. Post-race party with dinner, beverages, and music. Kids race at 5:30 PM.	Denyel Koury 716.614.5910	Web	eMail
May 03 Friday 06:30 PM	Catalyst Race For A Cause	5K	WEST SENECA -- Catalyst Fitness Express, 2745 Seneca Street, West Seneca NY 14224. Day of Race Registration- begins at 4:30 pm; Race starts at 6:30 pm. Proceeds donated to American cancer society- relay for life! Food and fun following shortly after the race! Download a race application.	Courtney McDermott 716.824.4655		eMail	NY11004JG
May 04 Saturday 09:30 AM	Allegany Adventure Runs	6K, 13K, 22K Trail Runs	SALAMANCA -- Allegany State Park Salamanca, NY. Summit Trailhead Ski Lodge. Choose the distance that suits your fitness. 100% off-road on the Art Roscoe Trail System. Wide, rolling non-technical trails. Post race party, amazing door prizes and beautiful setting. Helping support Allegany Nordic Ski Patrol.	Mark Lawrence 716.574.0888	Web	eMail
May 04 Saturday 10:00 AM	GBTC Grand Island Half Marathon	Half Marathon	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY. Flat, fast, out and back half marathon course on West River Road. Gold, Silver or Bronze finisher award based on performance to every finisher. Post race party. Download a race application.	Anne Sammarco	Web	eMail	NY12049JG
May 04 Saturday 10:00 AM	Running Water	5K	AMHERST -- The Northtown Center at Amherst (Formerly the Pepsi Center), 1615 Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221. (South-east of UB Amherst Campus, off Millersport Highway at Coventry Exit.) 5K race and 1-Mile walk. The event and organization are to develop clean water wells in Africa. 100% of proceeds will go to building life-giving clean water wells in Sierra Leone.	Kate Vacanti 716.536.3004	Web	eMail	NY11029JG
May 04 Saturday 11:00 AM	Get Moving NY Family Fun Run/Walk	1.5 Miles	EAST AURORA -- East Aurora High School, 1003 Center St, East Aurora NY 14052. Not A Race - NO RESULTS - NO TIMES This is a NYS AHPERD event to encourage everyone to get out and try to be more physically active. Registation from 8:00 to 8:45 AM. The run utilizes the East Aurora HS Cross Country course.	Stacy Walker 716.886.5083	Web	eMail
May 04 Saturday 02:00 PM	ARC of Orleans County, Terri Krieger Memorial 5K Run	5K	MEDINA -- Sacred Heart Club, 189 North Gravel Rd., Medina, New York 14103. Registration: 12:30 - 1:30 PM. Walk starts at 1:30 PM, the 5K Race starts at 2:00 PM. Course runs along the scenic Erie Canal Towpath. T-shirts. 5-year age groups thru 75+. Cookie awards! Post race party with food, drink and drawings. Download your race application.	Denise Withey 585.589.5516 x 227	Web	eMail
May 09 Thursday 06:30 PM	Springville Stampede	5K	SPRINGVILLE -- Springville-Griffith Institute H.S., 290 North Buffalo Street, Springville, N.Y. 14141. Featuring the 5K Run/Walk; a 1/2 Mile Fun Run/Walk; and the “Little Griffs Stampede” (50/100 yd Dash). 5K starts at 6:30 PM. Dashes and Fun Run start at 7:00 PM.	Chris Matthewson 716.592.3287	Web	eMail
May 09 Thursday 06:30 PM	CANCELLED Buffalo Orienteering 5.1 Mile Trail Run	5.1 Miles Trail Run	CANCELLED ON APRIL 27 AT REQUEST OF PARKS DEPT FOR SAFETY CONCERNS DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICT EAST AURORA -- Knox Farm State Park, East Aurora, NY. Enter via the Knox Famrs Buffalo Road parking lot. Real race but no awards. $10 fee, $12 day-of-race. Single loop dirt trail. Pizza and beverages at the post race. Download a race application.	Patricia Lyons 716.652.8727	Web	eMail
May 10 Friday 06:00 PM	Sedita Dragon 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Frank A. Sedita Academy (PS 30), 21 Lowell Place, Buffalo NY 14213. The Kids Fun Run starts at 6:00 PM. The 5K Race starts at 6:30 PM. Food, Music, Chinese Auction, Terrie George Dancers at the post race located in the parking lot of the school. Download a race application. You can also register online.	Deborah Morrison 716.316.5782 716.816.3220		eMail	NY12153JG
May 11 Saturday 09:00 AM	Cummins Run For Literacy	5K	JAMESTOWN -- The James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, NY 14701. Sign-up 8 - 8:45 AM on the Fifth Street side of the library. Race starts and finishes at the Library. Awards and refreshments will be presented on the lawn of James Prendergast Library.	Bobbie Caswell, Tina Scott 716.484.7135 x 236 716.484.7135 x 246	Web	eMail
May 11 Saturday 09:00 AM	Holland Tulip Festival 5K	5K	HOLLAND -- Holland Speedway "Pit Row" Area, Holland NY. Follow the signs. Walkers start at 8:45 AM, Runners start at 9:00 AM. T-Shirts to first 100 registered. 10-year age groups thru 60+. download your race application.	Linda Moore 716.537.2264	Web	eMail
May 11 Saturday 10:00 AM	Nancy Price Memorial 5K	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Veteran's Park, Youngstown. Day of race registration at Youngstown's Fire Hall, 625 3rd St., Youngstown, NY 14174. (Across from the park). Runners & Walkers welcome. Proceeds benefit the Nancy Price Scholarship fund. Race #1 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Kim Cudmore 716.531.1216	Web	eMail
May 11 Saturday 10:00 AM	Heritage Centers Foundation 5K Run/Walk	5K	BUFFALO -- Heritage Centers, 101 Oak Street Buffalo, NY 14203. Downtown Buffalo race course. Registration starts at 8:30 AM and the Race starts at 10:00 AM. Enjoy a post-race party lunch, beer tent, music and a basket raffle.	Sue Navarro 716.856.4202 x 1228	Web	eMail	NY13014JG
May 11 Saturday 10:00 AM	DeSales Race For Fitness	5K	LOCKPORT -- DeSales Catholic School, 6914 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Lockport NY 14094. 5K in Lockport. You can register onkline.	Jennifer Murphy 716.438.2014	Web	eMail
May 11 Saturday 10:00 AM	Warsaw 5k Tiger Trot	5K	WARSAW -- Warsaw Middle/High School Athletic Field (Linwood Ave), 81 West Court Street, Warsaw, NY 14569 Long sleeve tech t-shirt guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Child care during race, post-race refreshments, Muddy Cub race for ages 5-15 (separate registration). Prizes: Overall top 3 and top 3 in each 5-year age group. ALL profits go to college scholarships for Wyoming County high school students. Race starts on Commerce Way and ends in the YMCA parking lot.	Beth DeMay 585.786.8000 x 2506	Web	eMail	NY12100KL
May 11 Saturday 10:00 AM	Save The Drama For Your Mama	5K	RANDOLPH -- Weeden Road Park, Randolph NY. Celebrate National Music Week 2013 and support the RCS Drama Club. Race starts at 10 AM, registration begins at 8 AM in the parking lot. Register today for $20.00 adults, and $10.00 kids under 12, race day registration increases to $25.00 for all. Free t-shirts to the first 50 registered Download a race application.	Corinne Benson	Web	eMail	NY13012JG
May 11 Saturday 06:30 PM	Crouse 5K Challenge	5K	GOWANDA -- American Legion, 100 Legion Dr., Gowanda NY 14070. T-Shirts for first 100 Registered Runners. Post race party includes Music, Beer, Food, Door Prizes and Awards. Proceeds Benefit GCS Scholarships, Gowanda’s Youth Track Club. The 1/2 Mile Fun Run starts after the 5K at about 7:30 PM. You can download a race application.	Jennifer Gernatt 716.860.8782		eMail	NY04009AM
May 12 Sunday 09:30 AM	The 7th Annual Elephant Run	4 Mile, 1 Mile Fun Run	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park's Marcy Casino, Delaware Park Hoyt Lake, Buffalo, NY. All proceeds benefit The Marcena Lozano Donate Life Scholarship Fund awarding young organ transplant recipients. Presents a unique opportunity for a 4 mile race and 1 mile fun run through one of Buffalo's beautiful neighborhoods. Race begins at 9:30am; registration and packet pick-up at 8:00am at Delaware Park's Marcy Casino. Post race party with food, music, raffles, bounce house and activities for children (including their very own "Little Peanuts Stampede" races) New this year: "Honoring Mom's Memory", see web site for details.	Kevin and Lori Lozano 716.836.7045 716.572.2503	Web	eMail	NY07031JG
May 16 Thursday 06:30 PM	Town of Tonawanda 5K	5K	TOWN OF TONAWANDA -- Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center, 1 Pool Plaza (off Delaware Road), Town of Tonawanda, 14223. Great post race party with food, refreshments, door prizes and awards. You can download a race application.	Andy Page 716.876.7424	Web	eMail	NY12026JG
May 17 Friday 06:30 PM	Buffalo Greek Fest 5k	5K	BUFFALO -- Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation 146 W. Utica Street, Buffalo, NY 14222. 5-year age groups thru 80+. Post race party with Greek food, music and drinks. Download a race application. You can register online.	Jean Botsoglou 716.796.3381	Web	eMail
May 18 Saturday 09:00 AM	Run With The Rapids 5K	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Old Falls Street & Third Street (across from the Seneca Niagara Casino, between The Conference Center Niagara Falls & the Sheraton At The Falls). Day of race reg at 7:30 AM on Old Falls Street. T-shirts for all runners. 5-Year age groups through 75+. Great after-race party on Old Falls Street, USA 10 a.m. - 12 noon, trophies, prizes, raffle You can download a race application. You may view the course map here.	Dan Mezhir 716.278.2111	Web	eMail	NY11005JG
May 18 Saturday 09:00 AM	Bully Free 5K and Fun Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Lorraine Elementary School (PS-72), 71 Lorraine Ave., Buffalo NY 14220. Race starts and ends on Lorraine Avenue near the school. 5-year age groups through 70+. T-shirts. "free bag to first 400 registered". (Pre-reg deadline is May 10). Post race party featuring Chinese auction, Food, entertainment! See web site for entry forms.	Kelly Gasior 716.816.4809	Web	eMail	NY12154JG
May 18 Saturday 10:00 AM	Chris Griswold 5K Race	5K	LANCASTER -- Como Park, Lancaster. Walk starts at 10:00 AM. 5K Race starts at 10:30 AM. Awards to overall and in 5-year age groups through 75+. You can download a copy of the race application.	Nicholas Aquino 716.685.2640 716.913.5412	Web	eMail	NY13031JG
May 18 Saturday 10:00 AM	Team Lea's Rebound From Wilson's Disease	5K	LOCKPORT -- Lock 34 Bar & Grill, 80 Main St, Lockport NY 14094. (earlier reports said the location is the Lockport Laundromat, 56 Locusst St, Lockport). Post race celebration featuring food, drink, music at "Lock 34 Bar & Grill".	Dawn Sobieraski 716.628.3906 716.434.7249
May 18 Saturday 06:00 PM	SSPP's Charge of the Knights	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Saints Peter and Paul School 5480 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221. Registration opens at 4:30 PM. Awards include new running shoes to the top male and female finisher and medals 3-deep in 5-yr age groups thru 70+. Post race party with live music by the The Heard of Buffalo, beer tent, food, bounce house, inflatable rock wall. Race follows old Moonlight Run course: Glen Ave to Edwards to N. Ellicott to Main St to Reist then finish on Glen. Race application. Register online at Score This!!!.	Kim Foster 716.440.8003	Web	eMail	NY11018JG
May 19 Sunday 09:00 AM	Lilac 10K	10K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN & MASTERS 10K CHAMPIONSHIP. ROCHESTER -- Highland Park, Rochester, NY. See the event web site for details	Dan Medved 585.248.3420	Web	eMail	NY10106KL
May 25 Saturday 08:30 AM	Highland Forest 1-2-3 Trail Race	30 Miles	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. FABIUS -- Highland Forest is located about 3 miles east of Fabius NY on Rte. 80. The race begins at 8:30 am and consists of one, two, or three loops on marked trails in Highland Forest. The course covers 10, 20, or 30 miles, with climbs of 1380', 2760', or 4140' respectively. Arrive at the Community House (across from the parking lot) by 7:30 am for race-day registration or 8:00 am if preregistered. Only the 30 Mile run counts toward Series points.	Mark Driscoll 315.449.9615	Web	eMail
May 25 Saturday 10:00 AM	Trot w/ Troops	5K trot	BUFFALO -- Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, 1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo NY 14202. NOT A RACE -- NON-COMPETIVE -- NO RESULTS Unique opportunity to run 5K in formation and in cadence with your military troops, past and present! Wear your fatigues! Brief ceremony at 10:00 AM.	Kim Jones 585-615-1282	Web	eMail
May 25 Saturday 11:00 AM	POSTPONED Gratitude 5K Run/Walk	5K	POSTPONED BY THE RD ON MAY 15. NEW DATE TO BE DETERMINED... NORTH TONAWANDA -- Seabee Veterans Memorial at Fisherman's Park, 700 River Road, North Tonawanda, NY, 14120. T-shirts while they last. Post race with beer, food, beverages; awards; basket raffle. Chip timing. To benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Download a race application.	Jeff Abbott 716.743.1497	Web	eMail	NY13015JG
May 26 Sunday 07:00 AM	Buffalo Marathon and Marathon Relay	Marathon	BUFFALO -- Hyatt Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo. The marathon, half marathon and relay teams begin on Pearl St., just north of Huron St. near the Hyatt Hotel. Medals to all who finish under 6 hours. Registration available at the website.	John Beishline 716.694.5154	Web		NY09080JG
May 26 Sunday 07:00 AM	Buffalo Half Marathon	Half Marathon	BUFFALO -- Hyatt Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo. Registration available at the website.	John Beishline 716.694.5154	Web		NY09081JG
May 30 Thursday 06:30 PM	The Gay 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Soho Burger Bar, 64 W. Chippewa Street, Buffalo NY. "Look out – it’s a big gay 5K! One of the most requested Pride events for 2013, the Gay 5K is your chance to show off your Pride, your athleticism and –of course- how great you look in running shorts. Participants are encouraged to don their gay apparel, with rainbows, drag and more!" T-shirts to first 200 registered. Post race at the Soho Burger Bar. Beer + burger (beef or vegie). Awards. 8 Non-standard age groups thru 76+. Uses the Police Chase 5K route. Race application.	Justin Azzarella 716.847.0212 x3316	Web	eMail	NY13049JG
May 31 Friday 06:30 PM	Alden's 5K Race For Scholarships	5K	ALDEN -- Alden Central High School, 13190 Park Street, Alden, NY 14004. Prizes awarded in 5-year age groups. $250 prize for top male and top female finishers. Basket raffle, 50/50 drawing, post-race beverages and meal provided with entry fee. The 5K race begins at 6:30 p.m. with a Fun Run for kids ages 5-13 at 5:00 p.m. Pre-register for $20, after May 28 for $25. Proceeds to benefit Alden Community Scholarship Foundation.	Jenna Ziegler 716.937.9116	Web	eMail	NY07013JG
May 31 Friday 06:30 PM	Brian Dugan Memorial Scholarship 5K Road Race	5K	TONAWANDA -- Lincoln Arena, 1200 Parker Blvd., Tonawanda NY 14223. Fast USATF Certified Course. Post-race party with live entertainment, food, drink, and basket raffle. Age group awards. First 600 registrants receive a drawstring cinch bag. Kids' Run for children ages 5-11 begins at 6:00 PM; includes food, drink, face painting, tattoos, and is free with paid adult entry to 5K. All proceeds are donated to the Brian Dugan Scholarship Fund. You can download a race application now!	Karen Monaco, Matt Gourlay	Web	eMail	NY09036JG

JUNE 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Jun 01 Saturday 08:00 AM	Woods Walk & Trail Run	10 Miles, 10K, 5K Trails	PORTVILLE -- 1420 Yubadam Road, Portville NY 14770. 3 Trail Runs. LOTS OF HILLS, mostly wooded trails, aid stations, great food, free massages, and more. T-shoirt for pre-registered. The 10-Mile is part of the Eastern Grip Trail Running Series.	Margaret Cherre 716.933.0187	Web	eMail
Jun 01 Saturday 09:00 AM	Independent Health Foundation's Kids Run	1.8 Miles	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Buffalo at the Zoofari Courtyard - at the back of the Buffalo Zoo adjacent to Meadow Drive. FREE EVENT! You must pre-register. Mini-dash for children aged 2 to 5. 1.8 mile run/walk for all ages, strollers welcome. Registration and race begins at Zoofari Courtyard/Delaware Park. Each child receives a medal at the finish line and trophies are awarded for winning girls and boys, ages 18 and under. Enjoy two dollar admission to the Buffalo Zoo after the races! Sign up for this free event by May 22 and receive to race number and timing chip. See the event web site for more details. Pick up a registration form at any area Wegmans.	716.635.4959	Web	eMail
Jun 01 Saturday 09:00 AM	Finn McCool 4 Mile Odyssey	4 Miles Trail-Obstacle	ASHFORD HOLLOW -- Griffis Sculpture Park, 6902 Mill Valley Road, East Otto, NY 14729. Wave starts. 4 miles, 13 Obstacles, 1 Crazy race! 150/wave starting at 9 AM. Additional info and applications and online reg available.	Dan Horan 716.830.6703 716.667.2651	Web	eMail
Jun 01 Saturday 09:00 AM	Jim Ferris Memorial	5K	HOLLEY -- Holley Elementary School, 3800 N. Main St. (Route 237), Holley, NY. Certified course. Awards, raffle, t-shirts to first 100 registered 5K runners. Ten-year age groups thru 70+. $2000 cash up for grabs in various divisions. Download the race application now.	Sandra Heise 585.638.5432	Web	eMail	NY09115KL
Jun 01 Saturday 11:00 AM	Run The 'Burg For Autism	5K	HAMBURG -- J.P. Fitzgerald's, 4236 Clark Street, Hamburg, NY 14075. 5K Run/walk and 1-mile walk. T_shirts to first 1500 registered runners. Post race celebration at J.P. Fitzgeralds. Food, drink, live music featuring "Five To One". Awards to top overall and top 3 in 5-yr age groups through 75+..	Jason Reid 716.572.3613	Web	eMail	NY13017JG
Jun 01 Saturday 05:00 PM	Salmon Run	5K	WILSON -- Clark's Park, 57 Harbor St., Wilson, NY 14172. Scenic course begins at Wilson Harbor, continues around Shore Drive and the Tuscarora Yacht Club, with views of the lake and Sunset Island, then winds through the quaint village streets. The finish line is adjacent to the Lake Ontario shoreline. Race Starts at 5:00 pm. Chicken BBQ to follow. Download the race application.	Marge Clarke 716.751.6120	Web	eMail	NY07027JG
Jun 02 Sunday 09:00 AM	Derby Snap Fitness 5K Run	5K	DERBY -- Snap Fitness, 6950 Erie Rd., Derby NY 1047. Check-in starting at 8:00 AM. Race starts at 9:00 AM. T-Shirts to all pre-registered participants. Download a race application.	Allison Phelan 716.947.9010		eMail	NY13052JG
Jun 02 Sunday 09:30 AM	Juneteenth Run For Health	5K and 10K	BUFFALO -- William-Emslie YMCA, 585 William St., Buffalo. 5K, 2-Mile Walk, and Children's Fun Run. Post race party and awards. Music, food, activities for the children. See the website for downloadable race application!	Robert Cathcart 716.830.6560	Web
Jun 02 Sunday 09:30 AM	Girls On The Run 5K	5K	AMHERST -- University at Buffalo Amherst/North Campus. FAMILY EVENT for Men and women, girls and boys! Great post-race family party! Awards to overall Male & Female, and overall Masters Male & Female, and 3-deep in all age-groups. Fund raiser for the Girls on the Run WNY Scholarship Program.	Vicki Mitchell 716.645.6815	Web	eMail	NY13004JG
Jun 02 Sunday 10:00 AM	Tim Oehmler 5K For Kidneys	5K	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Jewett Entrance, Zoofari Courtyard at the back of the zoo. Same day registration starts at 9AM. Free entrance to the zoo following the event. . Prize for top male and female finishers, medals in 5 year age groups. T-shirts to all and random prizes. Run for a good cause. Tim Oehmler was a runner, dedicated professional, and friend to people in our community with kidney disease and in need of life saving transplants.	Barbara Breckenridge 716.510.6702 716.512.7918	Web	eMail	NY12090JG
Jun 04 Tuesday 07:00 PM	The Grace Race	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Christian Central Academy, 39 Academy Street, Williamsville NY 14221. New, improved race route. 5K running race and a 2K family-friendly walk through Williamsville. Awards include pair of custom-fit running shoes to male and female finishers and medals in 5 year groups thru 70+. Performance t-shirts to first 500 registered. Chip timing. See website for more details. Post-race party with food and live entertainment. A portion of proceeds to benefit The Hunter's Hope Foundation, founded by CCA parents, Jim and Jill Kelly.	Pat Curtin 716.908.2931	Web	eMail	NY13063JG
Jun 06 Thursday 06:45 PM	Buffalo J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge	3.5 Miles	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Buffalo. Race start is on Colvin. You must register in advance as part of a corporate team - see website for details. Huge tent party. Largest participatory event in the region - over 10,000 runners expected.	Dan Loncto 716.332.3504 716-541-1790	Web	eMail
Jun 07 Friday 06:30 PM	MMA 5K (Mount Mercy Academy)	5K	SOUTH BUFFALO -- Mount Mercy Academy (MMA), 88 Red Jacket Pky, Buffalo, NY 14220. Race starts and finishes in Cazenovia Park. Registration in the MMA cafeteria. This year the event is honoring Thomas “TE” Caulfield for his tireless commitment to the South Buffalo road race circuit and neighborhood, and honorary race starter Beth McMahon. An old fashioned “gi-normous” Post Race Party featuring “The StoneBridge Band” will take place on the school grounds. Download your race application.	Erik Bohen, Jeffrey Conrad 716.713.5654 716.983.1735	Web	eMail	NY10034JG
Jun 08 Saturday 07:00 AM	Cayuga Trails 50	50 Miles	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. ITHACA -- North Pavilion, Lower Robert H. Treman State Park, 105 Enfield Falls Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850. 50 Miles trail run, cash prizes. Mandatory packet pickup on Friday June 7. Checkin on June at starting at 5:30 AM. Race start at 7:00 AM. See web site for qualifying details.		Web
Jun 08 Saturday 08:00 AM	Strawberry Festival 5K and 8K Race	5K, 8K	ALBION -- Orleans County Court House, Platt & East Slate Street, Albion, NY 14441. Pre-registered are guaranteed a t-shirt (Before June 1). $50 prize money in the 5K to first overall men and women's. $100 prize money to 8K overall winners. Awards to top 3 in each age category. 10-year age groups through 70+. Race proceeds to benefit The Care Net Center of Orleans.	Brian Krieger 585.590.0955	Web	eMail	NY06118KL NY06116KL
Jun 08 Saturday 08:00 AM	Run For A Cure 5K	5K	GRAND ISLAND -- Veterans Park, 1715 Bedell Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072. Associated with the Relay For Life 24-hour relay. 6 age groups (10 year thru 50+). Awards. Download a race application.	Michael Manzella		eMail	NY09014JG
Jun 08 Saturday 08:00 AM	The Fast & The Furriest 5K, 10K Road Race, and 1-Mile Dog Walk	10K, 5K	ROCHESTER -- Rochester Animal Services, 184 Verona Street, Rochester, NY 14068 (Near Brown Square Park). Registration opens at 7:00 AM, the 10K race starts at 8:00 AM, the 5K starts at 8:15 AM. The Dog Walk starts at 10:30 AM. T-Shirts. Awards. Donations accepted. Free rabies vacine clinic at 11:00 - 13:00, microchip clinic ($20) also. Raffles; pet contest; Awards ceremony at 12:00 noon. To Benefit The Verona Street Animal Society. See the web site for more details.	Kathryn Charboneau 585.727.2533	Web	eMail	NY11101KL NY07102KM
Jun 08 Saturday 10:00 AM	Susan G. Komen WNY Race For The Cure	5K	BUFFALO -- Rose Garden, Delaware Park, Buffalo. Registration starting at 7:00 AM, Community Celebration at 9:00 AM, Race starts at 10:00 AM. You can register online.	Judy Babel 716.332.2481	Web	eMail	NY10013JG
Jun 08 Saturday 10:00 AM	CANCELLED Iroquois Warpath 5K Trail Run	5K	CANCELLED MAY 13 AT THE REQUEST OF THE RD. ELMA -- Iroquois Middle School, 2111 Girdle Road, Elma NY 14059. You can register online.	Jon Sullivan 956.740.3308	Web	eMail
Jun 09 Sunday 10:00 AM	Buffalo Orienteering 5K Trail, 10K Trail	5K Trail Run or 10K Trail Run	WALES -- Hunter's Creek Park, Wales NY. It's a real race but no physical awards. $10 entry fee, $12 day-of-race. Scenic one or two loop trail course. Post race party with snacks and other refreshments. Download a race application.	Patricia Lyons 716.652.8727	Web	eMail
Jun 09 Sunday 10:00 AM	Dirty Bit 4-Mile Trail Run	4 Miles	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Mountain Sports Center, Rt. 219, Ellicottville NY. 4-Mile trail run on challenging and hilly terrain in a ski resort setting. Single track, rock gardens, Challenging downhills. Post race party, lunch and awards in 10-year age groups. You can register online.	Mark Lawrence 716.574.0888	Web	eMail
Jun 13 Thursday 06:00 PM	OLSH 5K & Kick Off Fun Run and Walk	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish, 3148 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park NY 14127. 5K Run and 1.6 mile walk over residential roads with intermittent hills. Post-race party with food, drink, live music, awards. T-Shirt to first 200 registered. Download a race application!	Susan Leo 716.445.5022 716.824.2935	Web	eMail
Jun 15 Saturday 08:30 AM	Ripley's Race To Wellness	5K and 1-Mile Kids Race	RIPLEY -- Ripley Town Building, 1 Park Ave. (North State St.) Ripley, NY 14775. 5K Race and Walk ( 9:00 AM ), and 1-Mile Race for children 12 and younger ( 8:30 AM ). T-shirt guaranteed for all pre-registered participants, refreshments. 10-year age groups thru 60+. Awards for overall and age-group winners. Download a 5K race application. Or download a Children's 1-Mile Race Application.	Rachael Swan 716.736.2631 x240		eMail
Jun 15 Saturday 09:00 AM	Red Devil Run For Recovery	5K	CLARENCE CENTER -- Epiphany United Church of Christ, 9365 Clarence Center Rd., Clarence Center NY 14032. Registration will begin at 8:00 AM and the run will start at 9:00 AM. Music and food provided with activities for small children.. All proceeds benefit Kids Escaping Drugs. T-shirt and runner's bag is guaranteed to every pre-registrant. Fun Run for kids in addition to the 5K race.	Krista Shrader 716.634.9565	Web	eMail	NY11108KL
Jun 15 Saturday 09:00 AM	Run Along Jericho Road 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- 184 Barton St., Buffalo, NY. The run route takes a scenic tour of Buffalo's West Side. You can register online. A race map can be found here.. All proceeds support Jericho Road Ministry whose mission is to facilitate people on the road to self-sufficiency by helping them overcome health, financial, and educational barriers.	Eric Budin 716.348.3000 x 405		eMail	NY13025JG
Jun 15 Saturday 10:00 AM	Trooper Brinkerhoff 5K	5K and 10K	BOSTON -- Boston Town Park, NY. Packet pickup on Friday, June 14th. Day-of-race registration and chip pick-up begins at 8:00 AM. Kid’s Run starts at 9:30 AM, races/walk at 10:00 AM and post race events to follow: food, drink, music, prizes and beer.	Mike Brinkerhoff 716.604.8949 716.648.0019	Web	eMail	NY10016JG
Jun 15 Saturday 10:30 AM	Moving Towards a Cure For Brain Tumors 5K Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, 84 Parkside Ave, Buffalo NY. 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk. Registration starting at 9:30 AM, race at 10:30 AM. Medals to top 3 in 14 age groups. T-shirt for pre-registereds (by 6/4/2013). The event is to raise awareness and funding for brain tumor research and clinical trials.	Sylvia Thoma 727.781.HOPE (4673)	Web	eMail
Jun 15 Saturday 06:00 PM	Love Everybody 5K	5K	WEST SENECA -- Northwood Elementary School, 250 Northwood Avenue, West Seneca NY 14224. The race event is in honor of Devin Miller, a promising Northwood Elementary student who was tragically killed in a traffic accident. Race day registsration opens at 4:00 PM. The 5K race starts at 6:00 PM. Chicken BBQ. Download a race application.	Stephanie and Eric Miller 716.771.3076	Web	eMail	NY13058JG
Jun 18 Tuesday 06:45 PM	Best of Eggertsville	5K	AMHERST -- St. Benedict's Church, 1317 Eggert Rd, Amherst. Westfield Parking Lot, adjacent to St. Benedict School. 1-mile Family Walk begins at 6:15 PM. The 5K race starts at 6:45 PM. Time splits at 1st and 2nd mile. Water station at 1/2 way mark. Post race party. 5-year age-groups through 80+.	Mary Virginia 716.631.3960	Web	eMail	NY07012JG
Jun 19 Wednesday 06:30 PM	Brian Moorman's PUNT Foundation Blackbird 8K	8K	ORCHARD PARK -- Orchard Park Sports Complex, 6909 Milestrip Road, Orchard Park NY 14127. Help Brian Mooman help kids fight Cancer! Run this unique USATF Certified 8K on Wednesday night June 19. The event is held in honor of all of the children and their families that have benefited from the PUNT Foundation. Chip timing. On-Line registration. You can download a race application.	Matt Roll 716.316.7013	Web	eMail	NY13026JG
Jun 19 Wednesday 07:15 PM	Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club Run in the Mist	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- 3 Sisters Island, Goat Island. Free parking in LOT-3. Beautiful scenic run at Goat Island State Park starting near 3 sisters island. Parking in Lot 3 is free to participants. Great post-race party! Register online at www.score-this.com.	Diane Quarantello 716.282.7181	Web	eMail	NY11007JG
Jun 21 Friday 07:00 PM	St. Gregory The Great Great Race	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- 100 St. Gregory Court 14221 Phone 688-5678 (Maple Rd, between Hopkins and Ayer, Williamsville, NY). Huge post race party. Live band music. Race starts at 7:00 PM. Shirt to every runner. Awards in 5-yr age groups thru 80+. One-Mile fun walk. Beer, pop, children's activities. T-Shirt.	Elise Savattieri 716.479.2442	Web	eMail	NY12016JG
Jun 22 Saturday 09:00 AM	MSMH River Run	5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk	LEWISTON -- Red Brick School, 145 N. 4th St., Lewiston. (Enter on Onondaga St.) 5K Run and 2-Mile walk. Fast loop course! Registration from 7:00 to 8:45. Post race party. Awards. Raffle. Race #2 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Jason Hopkins 716.298.2249	Web	eMail	NY10017JG
Jun 26 Wednesday 07:00 PM	Buffalo Broadcasters Celebrity 5K Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Erie Canal Harbor Central Wharf, 1 Marine Dr., Buffalo, NY 14022. Shirts for pre-registered runners. Late registration opens at 5:30 PM. Post race party with food, drink and live entertainment.	Katie Morse 716.574.2741	Web	eMail	NY11097JG
Jun 28 Friday 06:30 PM	Road 2 Recovery Mental Health 5K Race and Wellness Walk	5K	BUFFALO -- St. George's Church, Delaware Park Nottingham & Amherst. 5K race, 5K walk, 1.8 Mile Wellness Walk. Certified course. Tech t-shirts to 1st 400 registered. Prizes awarded to overall male and female 5K runners as well as five-year age groups through 80+. Family friendly post-race party at St. George’s Church features live music by Flipside, kid’s activities, 50/50 drawing, food, beer, wine, pop. Online registration available, race day registration begins at 4pm.	Heather McCarthy 716.883.3331	Web	eMail	NY12090JG
Jun 29 Saturday 07:00 AM	50 Yard Finish Half Marathon, 5K and Kinds Race	Half Marathon, 5K	ORCHARD PARK -- 1 Bills Drive, Orchard Park, NY. Half Marathon starts at 7:00 AM; 5K starts at 7:15 AM; Kids Run is at 11:00 AM. Finish your Half Marathon, 5K, or Kids 1 mile run at the 50 yard line of Ralph Wilson Stadium. Finisher Medals for Half Marathon finishers. 5 year awards 14-75+ for both Half and 5K. All kids get a medal. Packet pick up at Bills Healthy Zone Fieldhouse Friday and Saturday.	Dan Horan, Anne Horan 716.830.6703 2	Web	eMail	NY13043JG
Jun 29 Saturday 09:30 AM	D & F 5K Challenge	5K	DUNKIRK -- D & F Plaza, 1170 Central Avenue, Dunkirk NY 14048. Sponsored by Chautauqua Health & Fitness. Proceeds to benefit the Fredonia State Track & Field Mary Phillips Fund. T-shirts guaranteed to all runners registered by June 17th, limited number available after. Post-race raffles and prizes. Medals for each 5-year age group from under-14 thru over-80. Sanctioned by USATF. Timing by WNY Finish Line Services. Register by phone or mail.Download a race application now.	Greg Craft 716.363.6383	Web	eMail	NY12066JG
Jun 30 Sunday 09:00 AM	Bemus Point 10K	10K	BEMUS POINT -- Long Point State Park Bath House - west of Bemus Point on NY Rt 430. Free parking prior to 8 AM Park Opening. Download a race application.	Robert Rappole 716.488.0788		eMail

JULY 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Jul 04 Thursday 09:00 AM	Dick Bessel Independence Day Run	2.3 Miles	GRAND ISLAND -- Grand Island Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Kids race at 9:00 AM. The 2.3 Mile race and walk start at 9:15 AM. Parking at the Grand Island Plaza (NOTE: If you park at Tops you then MUST stay till the end of the parade which follows the race).	Linda Tufilarro 716.773.9680	Web		NY12035JG
Jul 04 Thursday 09:00 AM	36th Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club	10K	LANCASTER -- Boys & Girls Club, 5540 Broadway, Lancaster. Registration opens at 7:30 AM. Race starts at 9:00 AM.	Dave Hoch 716.683.1485 716.683.6755			NY11040JG
Jul 06 Saturday 06:30 AM	Finger Lakes Fifties	50K, 50 Miles	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. HECTOR -- Finger Lakes National Forest, Hector, NY. See web site for important details and restrictions.		Web	eMail
Jul 06 Saturday 11:00 AM	Independence Run	5K	AKRON -- American Legion Post # 900, 9 Eckerson Ave., Akron NY 14001. 5K run and walk sponsored by the Rotary Club of Akron and the Akron Lions Club. Registration opens at 9:30 AM. Post race featuring clam bake, beer, live music and awards! You can download a race application.	Keith Hatswell 716.390.7510 NY10015JG	Web	eMail	NY10015JG
Jul 08 Monday 07:00 PM	Loughran's Alumni Cup 5K Run	5K	SNYDER -- Loughran's Bar & Restaurant, 4543 main St., Snyder 14226. Phone 716-839-0283. Live band at post race. Awards in 5-yr age groups thru 85+. Wheelchair div. Refreshments until 11:00 PM. Check-in by 6:30 PM	Larry Brownell 716.432.9734	Web
Jul 11 Thursday 06:30 PM	Old Home Days	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Village Town Hall, 5565 Main St., Williamsville 14221. Northeast Family YMCA Williamsville Old Home Days Fun Run. RACE DAY registration 4:30-6:15pm at Village Town Hall (parking lot between fire hall and library), 5565 Main St., Williamsville 14221. Registration begins May 15, 2013 at the Independent Health Family Branch YMCA, 150 Tech Drive Amherst, NY. 6:30 pm Race Start at Milton and Pasadena St.	Allison Lawson 716.276.8313	Web
Jul 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Tuscarora Nation 10K Run	10K	LEWISTON -- Tuscarora Indian Reservation. Registration in front of the Tuscarora Indian School. 10K race and 2.5 mile fun run. The races start near the Tuscarora Indian School at the corner of Walmore Road and Mt. Hope Road at 9:00 AM. Race #3 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Tiffany Henry 716.940.0852 716.940.3395	Web	eMail
Jul 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Tom Drake Memorial 5K Thunderbird Club Run/Walk	5K	MAYVILLE -- Mayville Lakeside Park, Rt 394, Mayville NY 14757. Event is to honor the memory of Sheriff Deputy Tom Drake. 5-Year age groups, including Law Enforcement division, Walkers division. T-Shirts to first 200 registered.	Tom Summerville 716.607.0328		eMail	NY05023AM
Jul 14 Sunday 10:00 AM	Tim Frank Memorial Canal Fest	4 Miles	TONAWANDA -- Boys & Girls Club of the Northtowns, 325 Franklin Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150. The race begins and ends at the Delaware Street Bridge at Sweeney Street-North Tonawanda. Post race at the Crazy Jakes. T-shirts to the first 400 registered. Download a race application.	Jeff Hardy 716.510.3971	Web	eMail	NY06037JG
Jul 14 Sunday 10:00 AM	Peaceprints 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Ring Road, Buffalo NY. All funds raised will go to benefit Peaceprints Prison Ministries and the work they do to make Buffalo a safer and healthier community. DRI-FIT Shirt to all runners. 5-year age groups through 75+. Food and beverages at post-race party. You can download your race application.	Brittany Helpard 716.856.6131	Web	eMail	NY11079JG
Jul 18 Thursday 06:30 PM	Buffalo Orienteering Club 5-Mile Trail Run	5.1 Miles Trail Run	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Orchard Park NY. It's a real race but no physical awards. $10 entry fee, $12 da-of-race. Race will start at the shelter closest to the Newton Road entrance. Facilities are available at Chestnut Ridge Park casino. The trail run is over challenging and beautiful trail terrain. Post race party with snacks and other refreshments. Download a race application.	Patricia Lyons 716.652.8727	Web	eMail
Jul 18 Thursday 06:30 PM	SVS 5K Summer Sizzler Walk/Run and 1 Mile Flip-Flop Fun Run	5K	ELMA -- St. Vincent De Paul School, 6441 Seneca Street, Elma, NY 14059. T-Shirt guaranteed to all pre-registered runners. Kids 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 5:45 PM. The 5K race starts at 6:30 PM. Download a race application.	Monica Rozeski 716.662.9295	Web	eMail
Jul 19 Friday 07:00 PM	Subaru Buffalo 4 Mile Chase	4 Miles	BUFFALO -- Buffalo News Runner of the Year event,open to runners of all ages and experience,deep age group awards, great post race party in the Elmwood Village.	Jim Nowicki 716.881.1652	Web		NY10029JG
Jul 20 Saturday 08:30 AM	Laurel Run	8K	SILVER CREEK -- Silver Creek Village Square, corner of Central Avenue and Main Street (Route 20). Silver Creek is 3 miles west of NYS Thruway exit 58. The 5K Walk starts at 8:30 AM. The 8K Run starts at 9:00 AM.	Steve Waterson 716.661.4735	Web	eMail	NY12055JG
Jul 20 Saturday 10:00 AM	Niagara Catholic Alumni Run	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Niagara Catholic High School, 520 66th Street, Niagara Falls NY 14304. 5K race and 1.5 Mile walk. Preregisters will receive a T-Shirt with a food and beverage ticket. Race starts at 10:00 am, registration from 8:30 -10 am. Beer Tent opens at 11am. Open to anyone!	Patrick Kelly 716.531.6198	Web	eMail	Pending
Jul 20 Saturday 11:00 AM	Character Chase 5K	5K	HAMBURG -- The Village of Hamburg, NY. Day of race registration at the Union Pleasant Elementary School Gym starting at 8 AM (150 Pleasant Ave, Hamburg NY 14075). Part of the annual Hamburg Burger Fest.	Jeff Cervoni	Web	eMail
Jul 21 Sunday 06:30 AM	35th Annual Presque Isle Half Marathon	Half Marathon	ERIE, PA -- Beach # 1, Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA. One Lap of Presque Isle State Park, followed by a picnic at Waldameer Park. 8 water stations.	Dave Comi 814.881.0060	Web	eMail	PA02012WB
Jul 21 Sunday 09:00 AM	Run for Rover	5K	BUFFALO -- LaSalle Park Pavilion on the Buffalo waterfront, near Porter Avenue. The 5K starts at 9 AM. 1- Mile pet walk starts at 10 AM. Kids' Race is at 11:00 AM. Packet pickup and day-of-race registration from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. Performance running socks for runners. Run For Rover collar tags for the first 250 pets to register. Run For Rover leases to the first 300 pets to check-in. Memento to first 300 runners registered. The event helps sponsor the Pet Emergency Fund.	Nancy Fredrickson 716.883.8544	Web	eMail	NY07057JG
Jul 21 Sunday 10:00 AM	Lindsay Matthews Scholarship Race	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Orchard Park Sports Complex, 6909 Milestrip Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127. 5K Race, 1 Mile walk, and children's 1/2 mile fun run. Great food, fun, and beer (beer for anyone of legal drinking age) at the post race party. Register onLine at IamAthlete.com.	Mark & Scott Matthews 716.667.3786	Web	eMail
Jul 21 Sunday 10:00 AM	Run Jimmy Run Charity 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Coca Cola Field, 275 Washington St, Buffalo NY. To benefit Alzheimer's Association of WNY in remembrance of Jimmy Griffin. Race and 1mile registration includes Buffalo Bisons Ticket Vs. Toledo Mud Hens 1:05 Start, Commemorative T-shirt, Jaguar Chip-Timed Bib, Post-Race Party with lunch, beer and beverages. "This course showcases the vision of Jimmy Griffin through beautiful downtown Buffalo and its waterfront." First 500 registrants will receive commemorative pin. See web site for details and registration. Cost $30. Day of race is $35.	Tim Donovan 716.803.2301	Web	eMail	NY13050JG
Jul 24 Wednesday 07:00 PM	ESB Engineering Scholarship Run	4 Miles	BUFFALO -- NFTA Small Boat Harbor Fish Station, 1111 Fuhrmann Blvd, (south end of Lot B) , Small Boat Harbor, Lot B, Buffalo 14203. Race pre-registration and packet pickup available the day before, Tuesday July 23, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.	John Beishline 716.694.5154 716.873.4455	Web	eMail
Jul 25 Thursday 06:30 PM	St. John Vianney Kickoff Run	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- St. John Vianney R.C. Church, 2950 Southwestern Blvd (Near Michael Rd.), Orchard Park, NY 14127. $1,300.00 cash prizes awarded to top 5 male/female finishers and top 3 male/female Masters finishers. USATF Certified course, USATF sanctioned event. T-shirts to the first 550 runners & great post race party. Child care will be available during the race. Please visit our website for online registration and complete details.	Elizabeth O'Shei 716.677.4039 716.674.9133	Web	eMail	NY12048JG
Jul 27 Saturday 09:00 AM	East Aurora Rerun	5K	EAST AURORA -- Firemen’s Field located at the north end of Pine Street in East Aurora, New York. Certified 5K Course. Race starts at 9:00 AM. Family oriented 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 9:45 AM. Awards to top 3 in each age group. 5-yr age groups through 70+. Food, beverages, music after the race. Benefitting Town of Aurora youth endurance athletes. Download a race application	Rick Phillips 716.652.3732	Web		NY10033JG
Jul 27 Saturday 09:00 AM	St. Amelia Amazing Race	5K	TONAWANDA -- St. Amelia Youth Ministry, 210 St. Amelia Drive, Tonawanda NY 14150. USATF certified out-and-back 5K course. This may be the fastest, flattest 5K course in WNY -- net elevation variance is only 3 feet -- no hills.	Kathy Waite 716.834.5741	Web	eMail	NY12152JG
Jul 27 Saturday 11:00 AM	Jason Raby Memorial 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Lewiston Porter Senior High School, 4061 Creek Road, Youngstown,NY 14174 (Enter at Daryl Johnston Drive). Entry fee is only $10 for all students, elementary thru college! All Runners $18. Age group awards plus family divisions. Race #4 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Paul Casseri, Gary Raby, Sr. 716.754.8281 716.523.0394, 716.572.1197	Web	eMail	NY10038JG
Jul 27 Saturday 07:00 PM	St. John The Baptist Bash & Dash 5K and Fun Walk	5K	TONAWANDA -- St. John The Baptist School, 1085 Englewood Ave, Tonawanda NY 14223. New NAME, New race DISTANCE! (formerly the Mid-Summer Nite Run). 5K Run or 1.2 Mile Fun Walk through the streets of Tonawanda then enjoy of a night of Music, Fun, Food. Tech shirts to the first 250 registered (pre-register for kids sizes).	Johanna MacDonald 716.435.5115	Web	eMail	Pending
Jul 31 Wednesday 06:30 PM	Ronald McDonald House	5K	BUFFALO -- Ronald McDonald House, 780 West Ferry St., Buffalo. Starts at Ronald McDonald House. Run through beautiful, historic streets of Buffalo. Great party after on the grounds of the Ronald McDonald House. Enjoy beer, grilled burgers, fruit, yogurt, cookies, etc. 100% of the proceeds stay at the Ronald McDonald House to help us provide lodging for families of sick or injured children receiving medical treatment in Buffalo.	Maureen Wopperer 716.883.1177	Web	eMail	NY03017AM

AUGUST 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Aug 03 Saturday 09:30 AM	Taste of Lancaster - Fire Fighters For Food 5K Run / Walk	5K	LANCASTER -- Central Avenue (near Clark St.), Village of Lancaster. Day of race registration at Lancaster Fire Main Hall, 5423 Broadway, (Broadway and Central Ave.). T-Shirt to first 300 registrants. Awards including fire fighters division. Post race party at Taste of Lancaster beer tent (Broadway and Central Ave.) food and drink.	Shawn Marshall, Marc Rinow 716.684.4818 716.864.5727		eMail
Aug 03 Saturday 06:30 PM	Pennies To Heaven	5K	LACKAWANNA -- Our Lady Of Victory Basilica, 767 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, 14218. Parking at Knights of Columbus, 2838 S. Park. Race in the Holy Cross Cemetery, 2900 S Park Ave. Day-of reg in the OLV parking lot (enter from South Park). 5th Annual. Beer, food, and live music at post race party to include casino games as part of the Pennies to Heaven Casino Night. First 150 registered runners will receive commemorative race shirts. Awards in all age groups to include men’s Clydesdale category (Over 200lbs). Race applications and online registration will be posted soon.	Walter Iwanenko 716.863.2684		eMail	NY07024JG
Aug 03 Saturday 06:30 PM	St.Christopher Summerfest 5K	5K	TONAWANDA -- St.Christopher Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda, NY 14150. Held during St. Christopher's annual Summerfest, 5K race on flat - fast course with awards to overall and top 3 in each age group (1 mile fun walk for non-runners). Commemorative technical shirt for first 150, beer and food included with registration. Live music after race with rides and other attractions! Online registration at Register onLine. or Download a race application. "Come for the run, stay for the fun!"	Alan Jaenecke 716.216.4103	Web	eMail	NY09033JG
Aug 04 Sunday 09:30 AM	EVL-9 and EVL-4 Trail Runs	9 Miles, 4 Miles	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Mountain Sports Center, Holiday Valley Ski Resort, Rt.219 Ellicottville, NY 14731. 4-mile or 9.8-mile courses on 100% off-road trails including ski area access roads, single track trails & tight-twisty downhills throughout Holiday Valley and State lands. This year's long course is using the original course from several years back (almost 10-miles). Highly technical trails including three water stations. T-shirts to first 250. Race-day registration welcome. Great weekend lodging rates, amazing party/door prizes and awards in 10-year age groups. Part of the Eastern Grip Trail Running Series. Helping suppor tthe Heart Animal Shelter. You can register online.	Mark Lawrence 716.574.0888	Web	eMail
Aug 04 Sunday 02:00 PM	Telegraph Road Race	0:14:18	GASPORT -- 9058 Telegraph Road, Gasport NY. iPod/MP3 player mandatory race! Run as far as you can while listening to the studio verison of Telegraph Road by the Dire Straits! Out and back course with turn-around at Rte 31. The song runs for exactly 14 minutes and 18 seconds. Awards. Head bands for all runners. Download the flyer. You can register online.	Herman Van Leeuwen 716.549.5100	Web	eMail
Aug 05 Monday 06:30 PM	"The Mud Run" European Style Cross-Country Run	6K	BOSTON -- Erie County Reforestation Refuge, S. Feddick Road, Boston. Directions from Buffalo: Take the I-90 to the 219 (US 219, Southern Expressway). Travel south on the 219. Exit at Rice Road (Rice Hill Rd), travel west on Rice Rd until the bottom of the hill then First race at 6:30 PM for Women/Girls, followed by Men/Boys. Race features: Awards proportional to pre-entries, Ice-cream. You can register online.	Don Sauer 716.941.1004	Web
Aug 07 Wednesday 06:00 PM	GBTC 5000 Meter Track Race	5K	BUFFALO -- Crosby Field Track, Kenmore NY. The event will be capped at 120 runners. The first race will start at 6:00 PM with subsequent races every 30 minutes. Faster races will be held first. There will be up to four races with up to 30 runners each. The results of the races will be combined to determine overall placement. $15 entry through July 31, or $20 August 1 to August 6. Download a race application You can also register online.	Brian McElroy	Web	eMail
Aug 10 Saturday 08:30 AM	Jenny Kuzma Memorial Bergen 5K	5K	USATF NIAGARA 5K OPEN & MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIP. BERGEN -- Registration at 51 South Lake Avenue, Bergen, NY 14416. Cash Prizes, Top 50 Awards, 5yr Age Groups, Proven to be one of the fastest 5k courses in NY. Download a race application. See the event's ewb site for more details and online registration.	Eric Boyce 585.944.1142	Web	eMail	NY11047JG
Aug 10 Saturday 09:00 AM	Erie County Fair 5K	5K	HAMBURG -- Gate 6, Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY (McKinley Parkway near Clark Street). Free adminssion into the Erie County Fair for the runners and walkers. Post race party. 5-year age groups through 70+.	Holly Smyczynski 716.649.3900	Web	eMail	NY12046JG
Aug 10 Saturday 09:30 AM	Christine Padasak Memorial - Autism Awareness 5K & Fun Walk	5K	SPRINGVILLE -- Preschool Learning Center parking lot, 393 North Street, Springville, NY, 14141. 5K run and 1or 2 mile walk starts at 9:30 a.m. Awards to 1st place M/F and top 3 in 5-year age groups through 70+. T-shirts for all runners who pre-register before August 3, 2012. All others will be limited to stock on hand. All-you-can-eat pancake and egg breakfast for all registered runners/walkers, $5 for additional pancake breakfast tickets. Proceeds to benefit the Autism Program at the Springville Preschool Learning Center.	Joseph Wolniewicz 716.949.4072 716.592.4329	Web	eMail
Aug 12 Monday 07:00 PM	RUT Race	3.4 Miles XC	LEWISTON -- Bond Lake Parl, 2571 Lower Mountain Rd between Routes 104 and 429, Lewiston, NY. The original "Really Unpleasant Terrain" course. A challenging 3.4 mile European style x-country run over roots, rocks and ruts. Some hills and a little mud, just for fun. Dinner & Awards follow. Race #5 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Ray Ernst 716.832.9442	Web	eMail
Aug 14 Wednesday 08:00 PM	27th Annual Moonlight Run	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Day-of-race registration is at the Island Park in the Village of Williamsville, behind the Village Hall on Main Street Williamsville. Post race party at Williamsville's Island Park. Race starts at Glen Avenue at N. Cayuga.	Larry Brownell 716.432.9734 716.626.1963 716.635.3699	Web		NY11019JG
Aug 17 Saturday 07:00 AM	The Biggest Loser Half Marathon / 5K	Half Marathon, 5K Run Walk	ERIE, PA -- Presque Isle State Park, Beach 11, Erie PA. Half Marathon starts at 7:00 AM. The 5K starts at 7:10 AM. Free kids run at 11:00 AM. You can register online.		Web
Aug 17 Saturday 09:00 AM	Habitat For Humanity Run To ReStore	5K	BUFFALO -- Habitat Buffalo's South ReStore, 1675 South Park Ave., Buffalo NY 14220. Come run or walk by some of the streets that Habitat has touched with its hammers and nails...... Allegany, Columbus, Hubble, Payne and West Woodside. T-shirt and hat for first 200 applicants, post race party and awards at the ReStore South. The Walk starts at 9:10 AM. Home-Maintenance guru Domenic Cortese of "Hammertime with Domenic Cortese" will broadcast live from the venue (WBEN 930 AM, 107.7 FM). You can register for the 5K Run or the Walk online.	Kevin Sherf, Chee-Ming Wong 716.204.0740	Web	eMail
Aug 17 Saturday 09:00 AM	iWacko Sarah Johnson Memorial 5K Run	5K	WILSON -- Clark's Park, 57 Harbor St., Wilson, NY 14172. Memorial for Sarah Johnson who was tragically killed in the house explosion in Wilson NY in July 2012. Timing by WNYFLS. USATF Certified course (Salmon Run). T-Shirt to first 500 registrants.	Jaime Lepsch 716.440.6516	Web	eMail	NY07027JG
Aug 17 Saturday 06:15 PM	32nd Don R. Carroll Toys For Kids 5K Run / Fun Walk	5K	BATAVIA -- Jackson Square, Batavia, NY (near Jackson and Center Streets). Top quality sweatshirt to 1st 150 registered, then 50 t-shoirts to next 50 registered. Cash Awards and gift certificates/shoes to top finishers. Awards in 5-yr age groups thru 70+. Benefits the Donald R. Carroll Toys For Kids Fund. Download a race application.	Don Carroll 585.250.4222	Web	eMail	NY11033JG
Aug 18 Sunday 09:00 AM	Run For Row	5K	LANCASTER -- Como Park, 2220 Como Park Blvd., Lancaster, NY 14086. The 5K race starts at 9:00 AM. 5-year age groups thru 80+. First 200 registered receive a high tech running shirt. Post race party located at the Gazebo features live music, silent auction, food and refreshments. Not a runner? That's OK! Come out and enjoy the day too; $5 gets you all you can eat and drink!	Jeff Brecker 716.891.3941	Web	eMail
Aug 22 Thursday 06:30 PM	Checker's Athletic Club Mueller Mile	1 Mile	TONAWANDA -- Starts near 11 Main St. Tonawanda, NY 14150. First Step 1 Mile fun run at 6:30 PM, followed by the Open MIle at 7:00 PM, Elite Females 7:20 PM, and Elite Males at 7:30 PM. The race event welcomes all runners with races for striders and flyers! Same flat fast course through the streets of Tonawanda. Awards ceremony and after-race party with pizza, beverages and live band to be held at the Eldridge Club, 17 Broad St. Tonawanda, NY 14150. This is the athletic and party event of the summer! Proceeds to benefit Kevin Guest House.	Tom Droz 716.867.1713	Web	eMail	NY09045JG
Aug 23 Friday 06:30 PM	Celtic Challenge 4 Mile Run	4 Miles	BUFFALO -- Riverfest Park, 200 Ohio street (west side of Ohio St., just south of Michigan Ave. and across from Moore St intersection) on the Buffalo River. 4 Mile road race. 4 Mile road race. The course includes the Navel Servicemens Park, Irish Famine Memorial and the Buffalo Waterfront. Bands and beer at post race. A wonderful summer night to be Irish! See the web site for additional info and registration.	Dan Horan 716.830.6703	Web	eMail	NY12104JG
Aug 24 Saturday 06:00 AM	Green Lakes Endurance Runs	50K, 100K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. FAYETTEVILLE -- Green Lakes State Park, Fayettville, NY. See the web site for important details and registration info.		Web
Aug 24 Saturday 09:30 AM	Tops 5K and 10K Run For Roswell and Family Walk	10K, 5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- The National Fuel / Tops Complex, 6363 Main St., Williamsville NY 14221. This year's theme is "Forever Hope". The event benefits Team Cure Challenge & Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Separate 10K race and 5K races, plus a Kids Sprint For a Cure. 5-yr age groups thru 80+ in the 5K and 10K. Commemorative medal to all finishers! Post race party with raffle and fun! New: Both the 5K and 10K courses are USATF Certifed. The 10K's 5K split is also certified! $10 Tops gift card to the first 400 to register.	Kathleen Graim 716.635.5221	Web	eMail	NY07113KL NY12122KL
Aug 30 Friday 06:30 PM	WNY Running Hall of Fame 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Elmwood & Bidwell, Buffalo NY. Fast, PR-worthy course. Great post-race with live music, food, and drink. Awards: 5-year increments thru 80+.	Tom Donnelly 716.479.8511	Web	eMail	NY06051JG

SEPTEMBER 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Sep 02 Monday 08:00 AM	Fleet Feet 15K Run Into Buffalo	15K	BUFFALO -- Erie Canal Harbor - Canal Side in downtown Buffalo, NY. The race starts on Marine Drive at Commercial Street in front of Canal Side. Cash prizes. The post-race party and day-of-race registration will be taking place at the Erie Canal Harbor at Canal Side. On-site race day registration from 6AM-7:30AM the day of the race.	Dan Loncto 716.332.3501	Web	eMail	NY12097JG
Sep 07 Saturday 08:45 AM	Peach Festival	5K	LEWISTON -- Race starts in front of the Key Bank branch at 493 Center St, Lewiston. 5K at 9:00 AM, Walk starts at 8:45 AM. Registration at Key Bank starting at 7:45 AM. T-Shirt to 1st 200 entrants. Post race refreshments and awards. Race #6 of Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. Visit website for additional information and to register.	Tom Baia, Mimi Cacciatore 716.297.5831 716.745.9702	Web	eMail
Sep 07 Saturday 09:00 AM	Great Lakes Trot	5K	BUFFALO -- LaSalle Park, Buffalo NY. To help preserve and protect the great lakes. Kids 12 and under run free. Kids fun run. Water bottle to all pre-registered runners. Music and small festival at the post race.	Karolyn Lock, Beth Smeader	Web	eMail
Sep 07 Saturday 10:00 AM	Glen Iris	5K	CASTILE -- Trailside Lodge, Letchworth Park, Castile NY. T-shirts to 1st 300 registered. Race enefits the Castile Library.	Michele Duryea 585.493.2046	Web	eMail	NY12115KL
Sep 07 Saturday 10:00 AM	Run With The Angels	5K	BUFFALO -- Holy Angels Academy, 24 Shoshone Drive, Buffalo, NY 14214. Run through North Buffalo's central park neighborhoods on this flat, fast course. Post race tent party with beer and food.	Meg Rittling Richardson 716.834.7120 x 306	Web	eMail	NY12054JG
Sep 07 Saturday 10:00 AM	Derby Fair 5K	5K	DERBY -- First Church of Evans, 7431 Erie Rd. (Corner of Rte.5 & Sturgeon Pt.) 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk at 10:00 AM. Custom T-Shirts to first 75 entrants, Hot dog & pop. Old fashioned fair with farmer's market, homemade goods, live music, great eats, activities, pet show, bounce house, and more. Celebrating the 101st year of The Derby Fair.	Natalie Ridge 716.947.0945	Web	eMail	NY11053JG
Sep 07 Saturday 10:30 AM	Fitness & Faith 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- South Buffalo's Cazenovia Park, 25 Cazenovia St, Buffalo NY 14220. Registration/check-in starts at 9:00 AM. 5k run begins at 10:30 AM. Post-run refreshments & awards ceremony immediately following the run. Proceeds to benefit Mercy Hospital and Continuing & Home Care Foundations.	Laura DeMizio, Kathy Swenson 716.706.2104 716.828.2120		eMail
Sep 13 Friday 06:30 PM	Brothers of Mercy Bavarian Fest 5K Nature Run & Walk	5K	CLARENCE -- Brothers of Mercy, 4520 Ransom Rd., Clarence NY. T-shirts to first 150 registered. Post-race party with the sound of Buffalo’s premier German band The Ausländer. Awards in age groups thru 80+. Walkers welcome. Come for the race, stary for the Bavarian Fest! Download your race application now.	Audrey Nguyen 716.759.7808	Web	eMail	NY12077JG
Sep 14 Saturday 10:00 AM	Connor's Wiener Run 5K	5K	EVANS -- Connor's Hot Dog Stand. Across the street from Mickey Rats Beach Club, 8934 Old Lakeshore Raod, Angola-on-the-Lake, NY 14006. The run supports the new Boys & Girls Club of Lake Shore. Get the registration form now at http://www.connors5Krun.com.	Jeffrey J. Connors 716.926.2218	Web	eMail	NY11065JG
Sep 14 Saturday 10:00 AM	Kenmore Get Fit 5K	5K	KENMORE -- Mang Park, Mang Avenue, Kenmore NY. Fast USATF Certified Course. Post race party with beer, water, soda.	Patty Pembleton 716.876.9798		eMail	Pending
Sep 14 Saturday 02:00 PM	Lighthouse Baptist 5K Race	5K	NORTH TONAWANDA -- Lighthouse Baptist Church, 383 Wheatfield St, North Tonawanda, NY 14120. Race through the streets of NT, with proceeds supporting annual Teen Winter Camp 2014, in Olcott, NY! Kids race begins at 1:15 pm, with main 5K race starting at 2:00 pm. Race day registration, and the race itself, is located at Lighthouse Baptist Church. Post-race party at the church itself immediately following the race.	Jim Kariman 716.998-8057	Web	eMail	NY07063JG
Sep 15 Sunday 10:00 AM	8 In The Rough Trail Run	8.7 Miles	GLENWOOD -- Sprague Brook Park casino, Glenwood NY. 8.7 Mile trail run on challenging terrain, single track and park trails. Awards in 10-year age groups, amazing door prizes, post race party, camping and lunch. Helping support HEART Animal Shelter.	Mark Lawrence 716.574.0888	Web	eMail
Sep 15 Sunday 11:30 AM	22nd Annual Shea's Run For The Arts	5K	BUFFALO -- Shea's Performing Arts Center, 646 Main St, Buffalo. 5K Run and Walk through downtown. Includes a post-race party featuring Molson beer, pizza, Sahlen's hot dogs, snacks and Pepsi for all participants. Prizes and drawings.	Bill Crooker, Eric Ruff 716.553.0179 716.847.1410 x 127	Web	eMail	NY12116KL
Sep 21 Saturday 06:00 AM	Virgel Crest Ultras	100 Miles, 50 Miles, 50K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. VIRGEL -- Hope Lake Park, 2245 Clute Rd, Virgil, NY. See the web site for important details and registration. The 50K starts on Sunday, the longer runs start on Saturday.		Web
Sep 21 Saturday 07:00 AM	Chautauqua Ultras	6-Hour, 50K, 50 Miles	MAYVILLE -- Mayville Lakeside Park, [1-99] Point Pleasant Road, Mayville, NY 14757. The races will begin and end at the Carlson Community Center in Mayville, New York. 5 mile loop run on the local Rail to Trails and Village roads. Registration fees cover Friday night’s pasta meal, race premium and post race meal for the runner. Awards for top performancs. Finishers Awards for all official finishers. The course is relatively flat and the elevation gain and loss is approximately 80 feet per loop. There will be one fully stocked and manned aide station with the usual food and hydration products and an additional unstaffed station on the course with water only.	Tom Summerville 716.607.0328	Web	eMail
Sep 21 Saturday 09:00 AM	Hospice Dash 5K	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Race takes place at Porter-on-the-Lake Park on Dietz road in Youngstown. Runners will be shuttled to start on Lake Road (18F) and finish at Porter-On-The-Lake Park. Custom finisher medal and dri-fit running shirt to all pre-registered participants. Post race party including food, beer, raffles and live music. Race #7 (final race) of the Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY12110JG
Sep 21 Saturday 09:00 AM	Zero Prostate Cancer Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Most details to be determined… was located in Delaware park in 2012…		Web		NY11064JG
Sep 21 Saturday 09:00 AM	Mighty Niagara Half Marathon (formerly the Hospice Dash)	Half Marathon	YOUNGSTOWN -- Race starts at Artpark in Lewiston and finishes at Porter-On-The-Lake overlooking Lake Ontario in Youngstown. Free shuttle service back to starting line after the race. Many historic sights, themed water stations, live entertainment along the route, and a beautiful view of the Lower Niagara River. Participants will enter Fort Niagara State Park and pass right in front of historic Old Fort Niagara. Custom finisher medal, dri-fit running shirts, and much more for all participants. Pre and post race concerts, 15-20 live bands, food, beer and much more! Limited to 5,000 runners. See website for complete details and registration information.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 716.745.7827	Web	eMail	NY12114JG
Sep 21 Saturday 10:00 AM	Lebro's Fall Classic	5K	GETZVILLE -- Lebro's Restaurant, 330 Campbell Blvd., Getzville. 5K race starts at 10:00 AM. Kid's Fun Run starts at 9:15 AM. Five-year age groups through 80+. Chip Timed by Score-This! Race premiums to the first 400 registered. Walkers welcome. You can register online.	Don Pembleton 716.689.4507	Web	eMail	NY12098JG
Sep 21 Saturday 10:00 AM	Tails On Trails	2.5 Miles	ORCHARD PARK -- Birdsong Park, Birdsong Pkwy (Near Jewwett Holmwood Rd), Orchard Park, NY. A Fun Run on the Birdsong Nature Trails. Run with or without a dog! T-shirt and dog bandana to 1st 100 registrants. Awards for the canine companions (the dogs). Registration opens at 9:00 AM. Dogs race free! Course Map.	Kristin Santillo 716.662.6450 x 2	Web	eMail
Sep 22 Sunday 07:30 AM	Rochester Marathon	Marathon	ROCHESTER -- The start is staged on the bridge on Andrews Street., Rochester. No race day registration.	Greg Brooks, Nicole Mau 585.264.1480	Web	eMail	NY09049JG
Sep 22 Sunday 07:45 AM	Rochester Half Marathon	Half Marathon	ROCHESTER -- The start is staged on the bridge on Andrews Street., Rochester. No race day registration.	Greg Brooks, Nicole Mau 585.264.1480	Web	eMail	NY09053JG
Sep 22 Sunday 02:00 PM	Tanya's Trot For Epilepsy	5K	AKRON -- Cummings Lodge, Skyline Drive, Akron NY. Beautiful 5K run through and around Akron Falls Park. Free T-shirt to the first 200 registsered runners.	Tammy Johannes 716.541.2315	Web	eMail	NY12117JG
Sep 28 Saturday 09:30 AM	Run In The Country	5K	AMHERST -- Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village & Museum (Formerly the Amherst Museum) 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, Amherst, 14228. Kids Fun Run at 9:30 AM. 5K Run and Walk at 10:00 AM. Fast, flat course, walkers welcome, kids fun run and activities on village grounds, historic houses open, post race party with music and refreshments, awards 5 yr age groups through 80+. Download a race application.	Sharon Daniels 716.860.0524	Web	eMail	NY13062JG
Sep 28 Saturday 10:00 AM	Autumn Challenge	5K Trail	GLENWOOD -- Sprague Brook Park, Foote Rd., Glenwood, NY. 5K run starts & finishes on park paved roadway & utilizes the wide, rolling XC ski trails. Pavement, some grass, mowed fields & hardpack trails. Awards to standard 5-year age groups, post-race party, Lunch, snacks, door prizes & games. Walkers welcome. Rain or Shine in the beautiful and challenging fall season! Fastest Mother/Father & Daughter/Son awards too! Helps support the Heart Animal Shelter and the East Concord Vol. Fire Dept. Full info & entry at http://www.heartrateup.com/	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail
Sep 28 Saturday 10:00 AM	ECMC Lifeline Foundation WNY Runs For Heroes	5K	BUFFALO -- Parkside Lodge/Ring Road @ Delaware Park, Buffalo NY. Unique 5K race & walk honoring WNY's Firefighting, Law Enforcement, Emergency Professionals, Medical Service Providers, ECMC physicians, Nurses, & Staff. Cash prizes totaling $2,500.00 is up for grabs! Race day registration starts at 8:30 AM featuring a healthy breakfast for all participants & volunteers. Post Race Party featuring Lunch, Awards, & live music by Dive House Union. * Cash prize winners must be legal NY State Residents.	Stacey Roeder, Anne Horan 716.898.5800 716.830.6713	Web	eMail	NY12105JG
Sep 28 Saturday 11:00 AM	Jill Mattice Memorial 5K Run and Pump & Run	5K	CHEEKTOWAGA -- Cleveland Hill High School, 105 Mapleview Rd. Cheektowaga NY 14225. 5K Road Run and Walk. Awards in 10-year age groups through 70+. Post race with live music and basket raffle.	Carmen Davidson 716-435-9023	Web	eMail	NY12072JG
Sep 29 Sunday 01:00 PM	Miles For Haiti: A 2-Hour Run	2-Hours	CLARENCE CENTER -- Zion Lutheran Church, 9535 Clarence Center Road, Clarence Center, NY 14032. 1:00 - 3:00 PM On the Clarence Bike Path: How many miles can you run in 2 hours? A 2-hour run over a three-mile closed course to raise $20,000 for mission work in Haiti and Grace School in Ile a Vache. Registration from 12:00 to 12:40 PM. Post race at the Zion Lutheran Church. Music, chili, grills, Kan-Jam water and sports drinks. Capped at 250 runners. Registration cost is $10 for chip and t-shirt. Runners encouraged to get pledges/sponsors per mile. Prizes for top distance male and female, highest pledges, top team (top four on team will score). Incentive prizes.	Steve Biegner 716.868.1232		eMail

OCTOBER 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Oct 05 Saturday 10:00 AM	Muddy Viking Trail Run (with obstacles)	4 Miles	BEMUS POINT -- Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center, 5013 Rt 430, Bemus Point, NY. On the shores of Lake Chautauqua in Chautauqua County. On the shores of Lake Chautauqua in Chautauqua County. A challenging, yet fun 4-mile trail run, all-terrain race through ravines, trails, 100' slip & slides, unusual obstacles like you have never experienced and more. A Kids Lil Viking race for children 5 - 13 yrs. old. After the races (wave starts), stick around and enjoy the Bulldog BBQ and Southern Tier Brewery's best selections. In 2013, event has a 1000 person cap. You can register online.	Anne Horan 716.830.6713 716.667.2651	Web	eMail
Oct 05 Saturday 10:30 AM	Timon Fall Challenge 5K Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School, 601 McKinley Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14220. Certified 5K run starts at 10:30 AM. The walk and a one mile event for grammar school participants starts at 9:45 AM. Post race party with refreshments. Long Sleeve shirt to first 400 registrants. $100 cash award to 1st place overall Male/Female 5K run finishers. $50 gift card to 1st place overall Masters Male/Female 5K run finishers, awards to top 3 in standard 5-year age groups thru 85+ plus special award categories.	Michele Battin, Dennis McGrath 716.826.3610	Web	eMail	NY07032JG
Oct 05 Saturday 11:00 AM	Chowder Challenge	5K and 2-Mile Fun Walk	NORTH TONAWANDA -- Pine Woods Park (Located off the Twin Cities Memorial Highway at Niagara & Thompson) 14120. Post-race party in conjunction with the Glory Be To Kids charity Chowder Cook Off Festival. There will be free chowder to sample, concessions, family activities, live bands. 5-year age groups thru 80+. Trendy graphic t-shirts. Fast flat course. 1/4 mile fun race for kids, 2-Mile Walk. Strollers welcome.	Michelle Bernas 716.523.3958	Web	eMail	NY12087JG
Oct 06 Sunday 11:00 AM	Olivia's 5K Wish Run	5K, 5K Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run	IRVING -- Evangola State Park, Irving NY. 5K Race, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. In honor of Olivia Coia, Silver Creek Special Ed. Teacher, coach, athlete, who died tragically young from invasive breast cancer. The event will be in the beautiful Evangola State Park and will be USATF Sanctioned and the course USATF Certified. Awards in age groups and first 3 overall teams. Great post race party with food and refreshments for all. Prceeds go to research against triple negative breast cancer and the Olivia Coia Memorial Scholarships. Download the race application.	David Coia 716.934.7499	Web	eMail	NY11052JG
Oct 12 Saturday 07:00 AM	Can Lakes 50 Ultras	50 Miles, 50K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. CANANDAIGUA -- See the web site for important details.		Web
Oct 12 Saturday 09:00 AM	Breaking The Sound Barrier 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- St. Mary's School for the Deaf, 2253 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214. Beautiful, mostly flat course through Parkside area and Delaware Park/Ring Road. New and improved post race party at the school featuring food and entertainment. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Dri-fit running shirts guaranteed to all pre-registrants.	Diane Gardner 716.834.7200 x 235	Web	eMail	NY04047AM
Oct 12 Saturday 10:00 AM	Lucy Town 5K	5K	JAMESTOWN -- Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena, 319 West 3rd Street, Jamestown NY 14701. Big weekend in the hometown of Lucille Ball. Expo. 5K on Saturday. Half Marahton on Sunday. See event web site for more details and to register. Download a race application.	David Reinhardt 716.488.2203 x230	Web	eMail
Oct 12 Saturday 10:00 AM	Ellicottville Fall Festival	5K	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Resort, Ellicottville, NY. 5K Race on area roads held during Fall Festival Weekend. Helping support HEART Animal Shelter. Awards in 5-year age groups, great post-race party and great door prizes.	Mark Lawrence	Web
Oct 12 Saturday 10:30 AM	Pumpkin Run	5K Run and 2-Mile Walk	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Gateway-Longview Lynde School, 6350 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221. Gateway-Longview Lynde School, 6350 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221. USATF-Certified 5K Run and 2K Walk starts at 10:30 AM. Chip timing. T-shirts guaranteed to the first 500 pre-registered participants. Awards thru 70+. Post-race family-friendly fall party featuring awards, a costume contest with prizes, free post-race massages from licensed massage therapists, Billy Buffalo, music, food, children's entertainment, activities, crafts and more. Food provided by Chef's Restaurant. Participants of all ages are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes!	Beth Silverman 716.783.3219	Web	eMail	NY07113KL
Oct 12 Saturday 10:30 AM	Dr. Richard T. Sarkin Memorial 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Albright Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo. Start line is on Lincoln Parkway just before (North of) Forest Ave. The event is to honor the memory of Dr. Richard T. Sarkin who died in a plane crash on October 19, 2004. The route is flat and fast beginning and ending behind the Albright Knox Art Gallery and passing Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo at the halfway point. Postrace party includes awards (up to 80+), music, and food provided by Ted's Hot Dogs and Brodo. All participants eligible for great raffle prizes. Post-postrace party to follow at Cole's.	Carla Frederick 716.713.0769	Web	eMail	NY06058JG
Oct 12 Saturday 11:00 AM	Crystal Beach 5K Run	5K	CRYSTAL BEACH, ON -- Starts near the Crystal Chandelier, 3878 Erie Rd (at Rodgeway Rd), Crystal Beach, ON. Chip timing. Day-of-race registration at the Crystal Chandelier.	Phil Smith 289.292.3100	Web	eMail	ON2007097BDC
Oct 13 Sunday 09:00 AM	Lucy Town Half Marathon	Half Marathon	JAMESTOWN -- Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena, 319 West 3rd Street, Jamestown NY 14701. Big weekend in the hometown of Lucille Ball. Expo. 5K on Saturday. Half Marahton on Sunday. See event web site for more details and to register. Download a race application.	David Reinhardt 716.488.2203 x230	Web	eMail	NY13028JG
Oct 19 Saturday 09:00 AM	Lou Reuter Scholarship Run	5K	TONAWANDA -- Kenmore East High School, 350 Fries Rd., Tonawanda, NY 14150. 1-Km Walk starts at 8:30 AM, the 5K Race starts at 9:00 AM.	Geoff Brunger, AJ Caputa, Jim Dunnigan 716.874.8402	Web	eMail	NY12033JG
Oct 19 Saturday 09:30 AM	Ryan Purcell Memorial	4 Miles	BUFFALO -- Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo NY 14218. 4-Mile race to memorialize Ryan Purcell whose life was tragically cut short by a hit and run driver in 2011. Uses the Connors-Kait-Harrity 4-Mile road course. This year the race committee will honor Jack Reid. Jack will receive the Mike Diggins Community Service Award for his tireless efforts in the South Buffalo Road race circuit.	Erik Bohen, Jeff Conrad, Brian Purcell 716.713.5654 (716) 983.1735 (716)560.5920	Web	eMail	NY12073JG
Oct 19 Saturday 10:00 AM	Okay 5K Fun Run/Wellness Walk	5K	TONAWANDA -- Ellicott Creek Park, Niagara Falls Blvd & Ellicott Creek Park Rd, Tonawanda NY 14150. Shelter #15. Whether it’s your first 5K or 50th it’s all Okay! USATF Certified, fast, flat, and scenic course. RFID timing. Run to benefit the programs and services of Preventionfocus (Buffalo, NY). T-shirt to the first 100 registrants. Awards for the top 3 male/female of each age category. Post-Race Party to follow.	Kimberly Nicosia 716.882.3256 x220		eMail	NY11046JG
Oct 19 Saturday 10:30 AM	Tim Hortons 5K Coffee Run	5K	EDEN -- Boy & Girls Club of Eden, 8289 Main Street, Eden NY 14057. The event will benefit the Breast Cancer Network of WNYand the Boys and Girls Club of Eden. Post race party at the Newell-Faulkner American Legion Post # 880, 2912 Legion Drive with beer, water, food and music. Awards. 5-year age groups thru 75+.	Kim Schmitz 716.445.0047		eMail	NY12116JG
Oct 26 Saturday 09:00 AM	Strider Glider Quarter Marathon	Quarter Marathon	LANCASTER -- Westwood Park, Lancaster NY 14086. Quarter Marathon! 6.555 miles. Scenic, flat course using 2.3 miles of paved running on the Lancaster Heritage Trail. You can register online.	Paul Schaefer 716.713.6102	Web	eMail	NY12057JG
Oct 26 Saturday 10:00 AM	16th Annual Jack O’Lantern Fall Classic 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Goat Island, Niagara Falls, NY. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Race capped at 600. Same course as in previous years. Start/finish and parking at 3 Sisters Island (south end of Goat Island). Scenic USATF certified course along the trolley path on Goat Island near Niagara Falls. Post race picnic, door prizes. Prize money to the top five places male and female. $250, $150, $100, $75, $50.	Chris Titta 716.282.1228	Web	eMail	NY11007JG
Oct 26 Saturday 10:00 AM	Maggie Lee Memorial 5K Run and Fun Walk	5K	BUFFALO -- St. George's Church, 2 Nottingham Terrace, Buffalo NY -- Delaware Park's Ring Road. To benefit the Epilepsy Association of WNY. Registration starts at 8:30 AM. 5K Race and walk begins at 10 AM. Post race party at St. George Church with refreshments, basket auction, door prizes. Overall top male & female runners receive $100. T-shirts guaranteed to first 150 registered.	Renay Moran 716.883.5396	Web	eMail	NY12090JG
Oct 27 Sunday 10:00 AM	Making Tracks For Families	5K	LACKAWANNA -- VFW Post 898, 2909 South Park Avenue, Lackawanna, NY. 5K and 1-Mile fun walk. Registration and post race party at the VFW. The race is off the streets within the confines of the Holy Cross Cemetery, 2900 South Park Ave. 5-year age groups through 80+.	Molly Reilly 716.634.1058	Web	eMail	NY07024JG
Oct 27 Sunday 10:00 AM	Niagara Falls International Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 2K	NIAGARA FALLS, ON -- BUFFALO to NIAGARA FALLS, ON. The marathon starts in Buffalo NY and finishes in Niagara Falls, ON, Canada. You MUST register in advance. See the web site.	Rick Morocco 905.356.9460	Web	eMail	NY12050BDC

NOVEMBER 2013
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Nov 02 Saturday 06:00 AM	Mendon Trail Runs	50K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION ULTRA SERIES. PITTSFORD -- East Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park, NY. 10 Km loop course. Actual start time not known. See the web site for important details.	ROC Race Hotline 585.377.5650
Nov 02 Saturday 09:00 AM	BuffaloRunners 10K	10K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park Casino. Fun, no frills event created and organized by local runners to show support/appreciation for our regional running web site, BufaloRunners.com. Post race gathering in the park's Casino Lodge. Runners bring and share food and drink and comeraderie! All are welcome. Picturesque and hilly USATF Certified 10K course utilizing the upper and lower road loops in the Chestnut Ridge Park. Official race results posted at BuffaloRunners.com. Plenty of free parking and bathroom facilities at the Casino Lodge.	Tim McAllister 716.649.1530 716.697.1025		eMail	NY09062JG
Nov 09 Saturday 11:00 AM	Lindsay's Legacy Run	5K	TONAWANDA -- Clinton Park, Clinton and Broad Streets, Tonawanda. Race day registration at Post 264 American Legion Hall, 60 Main St., Tonawanda. Awards: 5-year increments though 80+.	Bonnie MacIver, Fritz Van Leaven 716.695.7406 716.832.4460	Web	eMail	NY06027JG
Nov 10 Sunday 11:00 AM	Veterans Day 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, One Naval Parkl Cove, Buffalo NY 14202. New Certified Course. Chip timing. 5K race starts and finishes aat the Naval park.	Alfredo Longo, Randy Martin 716.868.1055 716.949.5981	Web	eMail	Pending