NOT ONLY ARE WE BACK AT BOOTHE PARK...
WE ARE ACTUALLY ON VALENTINE'S DAY! So it is YOUR 'BEST CHANCE!' for ROMANCE
A couple of important reminders from the past-
We will have a warm building to host registration and pickup- but it is small.
Come dressed to run, arrive early for parking (or you may have to 'hoof it'...)
The 'challenge' of that wonderful Chapel St hill at the start of mile three returns!
(But there's great downhill after that)
We really need a minimum of 50 paid entries to hold this event. PLEASE register early.
SATURDAY 2/14 WE ARE PLANNING FOR A GREAT RUN/WALK
9:15AM FREE Kids Fun Run (ages 9 & under please)
9:30AM START run/walk
Reg opens 8 am 1/16-
$30 for 19 & older
$20 for 18 & under
Increase on 2/9 -$35/$25
THANKS TO THE SUPPORT OF THE STRATFORD POLICE, STRATFORD PARKS DEPT, STRATFORD DPW, OUR SPONSORS AND THE COOPERATIVE EFFORTS OF WONDERFUL VOLUNTEERS (you can be one too- there are a lot of races that need your help)
In the past this event was designed to be after V-Day. But this year it worked out differently. Here's your chance to make up for any little “oversight” that may have occurred in the past!
Run with a partner, a significant other, a spouse, or on your own spreading love and continuing the spirit of St Valentine.
We do have a 150 person limit for this event. Please pre-reg early & don't get shut out.
And while you are with us we hope you’ll join us and help donate to the Stratford Police Cadets. A terrific group of young men and women who want to help in our community and work in law enforcement.
FEB 8th- Guaranteed swag ends- mugs & stuff - it all depends on costs, availability & tariffs!
How can you get your name/business on our website & advertising? IT’S EASY!
Donate $100 or more and you’re on! It’s a tax deductible donation right into the Stratford Police Cadets fund.
You MUST contact Marty Schaivone and set this up. We really could use your help. Sponsors get a free entries too! msrunningproductions@yahoo.com
SATURDAY 2/14 - 3 mile will start at 9:30am
8:00am pickup starts for bibs, shirts or warm hats
9:15am - We will have a safe, short-distance, non-competitive kids' fun run if weather permits and there are any kids (9 and under only). You can accompany your little tyke to avoid potential drama. (Theirs or yours!).
**Kids run is directed by Donna Cramond- former professional cat herder & certified Bon Vivant.
930am- Start of 3 mile event which is timed - everyone is eligible for awards. Jim Gerweck is our official Race Timer.
9:45am- Hot soup! Snack bars/wrapped snacks, bananas, water.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY- even on race day
$30 for pre-reg 19 & over through 2/8. Just $20 for 18 & under
$35 / $25 from 2/9 - Feb 14
WE CAN NOT PROCESS ANY PAPER NOR TAKE CASH ON RACE DAY- only online reg. Bring your phone!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 9:30am RACE MORNING - UNLESS WE ARE SOLD OUT (150 runners)
PRIZES- likely edible and tasty and medals for the younger age groups. There may be gift cards as well.
Overall male & female & NB champions WILL GET AWARDS OF SOME SORT, might even be edible...
Two deep in age groups- 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 & older if they’re pre-registered.
**HOLD ONTO YOUR BIB-it may be worth a discount somewhere- we will let you know...
Prizes for the top 2 person team based on cumulative ages.
Teams for each category are eligible- M&F, M&M, F&F, NB&NB
Combined age groups- 60 & under, 61-75, 76-100, 101-125, 126-150, 151+
What are the awards? They might be edible- that's the best kind. Medals and trophies can chip your teeth.
You can run, walk or stroll this event as an individual- you do NOT need a partner.
PLEASE HELP US RECRUIT PARTICIPANTS! We need a minimum of 50 people to be able to hold this event
PLEASE REG BY FEB 1st so we can make sure you get you the mugs and maybe Socks? Hats?
Sat 2/14 PICKUP at Boothe Park STARTS 8:00am and the 3 miler starts at 9:30am
OUR LOCATION is at the Boothe Memorial Park building-
5800 Main Streat in the Putney (North End) section of Stratford
NOTE- there is no water table on the course- please carry your own if needed.
With fixed costs and pre-payment of many items, this means we CANNOT, under any conditions, REFUND any registration fees. Whether we are live or virtual our commitment to our Police Cadetss will be maintained. We hope you can support this commitment and join us.
IMPORTANT DETAIL- We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to the Stratford Police Cadets. Your donation goes directly to the cadets and is not used for any event costs. It is a 501c3 and fully tax-deductible.
WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SAFE START- If you are truly at a speedier running level (6-7min pace per mile or under) we urge you to be at the start early and ready to go at 9:30am. This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. Thanks!
You can push a baby stroller but must start towards the back of the pack, have at least some sort of mammal in the stroller, and not curse as you fly down the hills and then have to climb that big hill, pushing the stroller...
ON THE COURSE- We ask you to stay safe, don’t run in groups…watch for traffic.
Race Director and slightly crazed Founder who really should retire
Marty Schaivone, with 35 years of experience, will coordinate this event. MS Running Productions has directed & consulted on more than 30 races every year in CT including other races in Stratford- the Little O'Pub, Miles for Margaritas, Christmas in July Surfin Santa, Two Roads Shore to the Pour, Happy HalloWINE, the Turkey Trot, Holiday Toy Run and !/2 way to St Pats 5k. Also the Great Pumpkin Classic in Trumbull, the Beach Bunny 5k, Bigelow Tea Community Challenge & Colony Grill Hot Oil in Fairfield, and many others in Milford, Bridgeport, Westport, and beyond.
Last year MSRP was involved with events that contributed over $250,000 to local charities.
Contact Marty at msrunningproductions@yahoo.com for terrific opportunities to sponsor this event or to volunteer at this run as well as any others. The very modified and constantly changing 2026 schedule (if it ever happens) will be posted at www.hitekracing.com/msrunning.com
FAQ’s
Is there valet parking? Yes, that will be available when pigs can fly.
Is the course marked clearly and accurately? If you get lost on this course we will refund your money, someday. And if you run long by accident we will not charge extra. It is a 3 mile loop with basically four, right hand turns. There will be signs, cones, flour arrows on the road and police on the course.
Is Boothe Park actually named after the Toll Booths in the back lot? NO- besides being spelled differently the toll booths came after the park was formed. They were brought directly from the nearby Merritt Parkway. We used to throw dimes, then quarters into them whenever crossing the Sikorsky Bridge on the Merritt.
How can I get my name/business on the website? IT’S EASY!
Donate $100 or more and you’re on! It’s tax deductible right into the Stratford Police Cadets.
You MUST contact Marty Schaivone and set this up. We really could use your help. Sponsors get a free entry and the two race shirts! msrunningproductions@yahoo.com
Why is it 3 miles and not 5k?
First off- trying to add on another 1/10 mile would have caused logistical problems, messed up the start/finish, and been annoying.
Secondly- I never did well using the metric system despite being a Science Major.
Thirdly- Since there are no other 3 milers around this will become a unique PR for you. You're welcome!
