NECKTIE 5K WALK & RUN
Father's Day Weekend
Saturday, June 14, 9:00 AM
Beverly Shores, Indiana
Join us Saturday, June 14 (Father’s Day Weekend) for the first annual Necktie 5K
Walk & Run. This is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your dad and
enjoy beautiful views of Lake Michigan.
As the name implies, all participants are encouraged to wear neckties during the
run in recognition of fathers everywhere! Participants who complete the run in a
necktie will receive a prize at the finish line.
The Necktie 5k is organized by the Association of Beverly Shores Residents
(ABSR). Proceeds from the Necktie Run will go towards ABSR community
programs. These include a variety of children’s events, environmental awareness
campaigns and activities, beautification projects, and social programs for Beverly
Shores residents. See below for more information on the ABSR.
Directions to Beverly Shores
Beverly Shores is located between the Indiana Dunes State Park and Michigan City,
just off Highway 12. Parking is available at St Ann's Church near the intersection of
Highway 12 and Broadway. A shuttle van will transport runners directly to the start
line. The race will start at Rebora Plaza (at the end of Broadway, near the beach).
Beverly Shores is easily accessed from Chicago and South Bend via the South
Shore Train Line. The shuttle van will also transport runners from the train station
to the start line. Click on TRAIN SCHEDULE for schedules and station information.
Below are driving directions to Beverly Shores:
From Interstate 94:
Exit 26B (Highway 49 North)
Go one mile to Highway 12 (aka Dunes Highway)
Turn Right on Highway 12
Go five miles to Broadway (first traffic light)
Turn Left on Broadway to go to Beverly Shores
OR Turn Right on Broadway to park at St Ann's Church
Click on COURSE for a detailed map of the course, start line, gear check area,
parking area, shuttle van stops, etc.
T-Shirt and Goody Bags
All pre-registered participants receive a race number, an official race shirt, and a
goody bag. T-Shirts are short-sleeve and unisex-sized available in S - XL. Snacks
will also be available at the finish line. The entry fee for the Necktie 5K is $15 before
June 7, 2008. The fee will increase to $20 after June 7.
Click on REGISTRATION to pre-register for the race.
Prizes
Winners will receive commemorative neckties. Awards will be given for:
● Top 3 Male Finishers ● First Father-Daughter Team
● Top 3 Female Finishers ● First Father-Son Team
● Age Group Awards ● Craziest Necktie
Association of Beverly Shores Residents (ABSR)
The Association of Beverly Shores Residents (ABSR) is a volunteer organization.
Our mission is to promote the well being of the community, give voice to the
concerns of its residents, and foster community spirit; to keep residents informed
on matters of interest and concern to the Town of Beverly Shores and to
disseminate information and take appropriate actions pertaining to those issues.
The ABSR does this through monthly newsletters, children's activities, community
social events, promoting environmental awareness, beautification projects, etc.
The Necktie 5K is organized by the Program Committee of the ABSR. Visit the
ABSR website (www.absr.org) for more information on ABSR events and ways you
can get involved.
Don't forget your necktie...
Father's Day Weekend
Saturday, June 14, 9:00 AM
Beverly Shores, Indiana
Join us Saturday, June 14 (Father’s Day Weekend) for the first annual Necktie 5K
Walk & Run. This is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your dad and
enjoy beautiful views of Lake Michigan.
As the name implies, all participants are encouraged to wear neckties during the
run in recognition of fathers everywhere! Participants who complete the run in a
necktie will receive a prize at the finish line.
The Necktie 5k is organized by the Association of Beverly Shores Residents
(ABSR). Proceeds from the Necktie Run will go towards ABSR community
programs. These include a variety of children’s events, environmental awareness
campaigns and activities, beautification projects, and social programs for Beverly
Shores residents. See below for more information on the ABSR.
Directions to Beverly Shores
Beverly Shores is located between the Indiana Dunes State Park and Michigan City,
just off Highway 12. Parking is available at St Ann's Church near the intersection of
Highway 12 and Broadway. A shuttle van will transport runners directly to the start
line. The race will start at Rebora Plaza (at the end of Broadway, near the beach).
Beverly Shores is easily accessed from Chicago and South Bend via the South
Shore Train Line. The shuttle van will also transport runners from the train station
to the start line. Click on TRAIN SCHEDULE for schedules and station information.
Below are driving directions to Beverly Shores:
From Interstate 94:
Exit 26B (Highway 49 North)
Go one mile to Highway 12 (aka Dunes Highway)
Turn Right on Highway 12
Go five miles to Broadway (first traffic light)
Turn Left on Broadway to go to Beverly Shores
OR Turn Right on Broadway to park at St Ann's Church
Click on COURSE for a detailed map of the course, start line, gear check area,
parking area, shuttle van stops, etc.
T-Shirt and Goody Bags
All pre-registered participants receive a race number, an official race shirt, and a
goody bag. T-Shirts are short-sleeve and unisex-sized available in S - XL. Snacks
will also be available at the finish line. The entry fee for the Necktie 5K is $15 before
June 7, 2008. The fee will increase to $20 after June 7.
Click on REGISTRATION to pre-register for the race.
Prizes
Winners will receive commemorative neckties. Awards will be given for:
● Top 3 Male Finishers ● First Father-Daughter Team
● Top 3 Female Finishers ● First Father-Son Team
● Age Group Awards ● Craziest Necktie
Association of Beverly Shores Residents (ABSR)
The Association of Beverly Shores Residents (ABSR) is a volunteer organization.
Our mission is to promote the well being of the community, give voice to the
concerns of its residents, and foster community spirit; to keep residents informed
on matters of interest and concern to the Town of Beverly Shores and to
disseminate information and take appropriate actions pertaining to those issues.
The ABSR does this through monthly newsletters, children's activities, community
social events, promoting environmental awareness, beautification projects, etc.
The Necktie 5K is organized by the Program Committee of the ABSR. Visit the
ABSR website (www.absr.org) for more information on ABSR events and ways you
can get involved.
Don't forget your necktie...
About the Run
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Necktie 5K Walk & Run
Beverly Shores, Indiana Father's Day Weekend Saturday, June 14, 2008, 9:00 AM
Beverly Shores, Indiana Father's Day Weekend Saturday, June 14, 2008, 9:00 AM
Special thanks to our sponsors:
STEINBERG
SKATING RINK
ANNE KASAL
Gregory F. X. Daly
Collector of Revenue
City of St. Louis
PEPPERS
BAR & GRILL - St Louis
STEINBERG
SKATING RINK
ANNE KASAL
Gregory F. X. Daly
Collector of Revenue
City of St. Louis
PEPPERS
BAR & GRILL - St Louis
2008 Necktie Run
Official Trainer:
Troy Ford
Troybuilt Fitness for Life
Official Trainer:
Troy Ford
Troybuilt Fitness for Life
2008 Necktie Run
Master of Ceremonies:
Lindsay Grome
Lake Shore Public Television
Master of Ceremonies:
Lindsay Grome
Lake Shore Public Television
