8:00 am | Saturday, Sep 9th
The Leiper’s Fork Heroes in Recovery 6K is the original 6K event and a unique run/walk presented by Foundations Nashville, an outpatient treatment center of Foundations Recovery Network.
Foundations Recovery Network’s mission is to be the leader in evidence-based, integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders through clinical services, education and research.
The Heroes in Recovery movement started because according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 20 million people needed substance abuse treatment last year and did not receive it. About 10 million Americans did not receive needed mental healthcare. The stigma associated with substance abuse and mental health disorders creates a significant barrier to individuals and families seeking help. It takes a heroic effort to live clean and sober each day, and a Heroes 6K celebrates that effort. The sixth kilometer separates a Heroes race from a typical 5K to symbolize the extra effort it takes to sustain recovery. The six kilometers also represent the six letters in the word HEROES. These races inspire communities to support recovery and also to live healthy, active lifestyles.
Please see website for more information.
6:26 pm | Friday, Jun 2nd
National Parkinson Foundation- Moving Day® – Saturday, June 3, 2017
Moving Day® is the National Parkinson Foundation’s annual fundraising walk/run event. It is a fun and inspiring fundraising event that unites families, friends and communities both large and small in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. This celebration of movement will feature a family friendly walk course, a kids area, a caregivers relaxation tent and a special Movement Pavilion featuring yoga, dance, Tai Chi, Pilates, etc. all proven to help manage the symptoms of PD.
8:00 am | Thursday, Nov 24th
The 5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m. Nov. 24 at D1 Sports Training, 7115 S. Springs Drive, just south of the CoolSprings Galleria. The course is USATF certified and winds through the area surrounding the mall.
The 5K Trot is followed by the Kids (ages 9 and under) Kilometer Fun Run at 9 a.m. Athletic 1/4-zipped pullovers are guaranteed to the first 2,500 registered 5K runners and the first 200 to register for the Kids Kilometer Fun Run.
Early bird registration is now open at www.turkeytrotfranklin.com for the Thanksgiving morning event that benefits GraceWorks. The race, in its 16th year, is now the largest stand-alone 5K in Tennessee with more than 3000 runners last year.
7:00 am | Saturday, Dec 5th
The Arthritis Foundation is hosting its annual 2015 Franklin Jingle Bell Run/Walk on December 5th in Historic Downtown Franklin.
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide holiday event that raises critical funds for research, programs, and services to prevent, control, and cure arthritis, while also raising awareness for the #1 cause of disability in the U.S. This is a fun, festive 5k run 1/k walk for the whole family and your dog(s)! Put on your reindeer antlers and running shoes and come join us for some holiday cheer! We anticipate 1,200 race participants, plus spectators at this event.
EVENT LOCATION:
The Square in Historic Downtown Franklin
317 Main Street
Franklin, TN 37027
PROGRAM AGENDA:
7:00 AM – Registration, Fun Activities, Photos with Santa
8:00 AM – Santa Chase for Children
8:30 AM – 5K Race Begins
8:45 AM – 1K Walk Begins
9:30 AM – Awards Ceremony
The Leiper’s Fork Heroes in Recovery 6K is the original 6K event and a unique run/walk presented by Foundations Nashville, an outpatient treatment center of Foundations Recovery Network.