Newtown Virtual Turkey Trot to Benefit C.H. Booth Library

The 11th Annual Newtown Turkey Trot 5K Road Race to benefit the C. H. Booth Library will take place VIRTUALLY this year.

Register ($30) HERE.

The COVID-19 pandemic requires us to maintain social distancing so this year's Turkey Trot will be a virtual event held during the 4-day Thanksgiving holiday. Participants will be able to complete their 5K distance at any location and at any time over the holiday weekend.

Thursday, November 26 - Sunday, November 29

Afterward, you may upload your time at this website to see how your effort compared with others. If you also want to add a photo or two from the run we would welcome that as well!

Race Entry

  • Enter as an individual or part of a team.
  • Registered participants will be provided with a cotton race t-shirt which may be collected from C.H. Booth Library on the Tuesday or Wednesday before Thanksgiving, during normal business hours.
  • Alternatively, you may opt to have the shirt mailed to you.

Entry Fee

  • Individual entry - $30
  • Groups of 4 - $100 (Registrations must be made together)

Shirt Availability

  • Each registered participant will be provided with a cotton race t-shirt.
  • Shirts may be collected from C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main St, Newtown, on November 24th or 25th, or received by mail. Note: A $5 shipping fee will be added for each item shipped. Shirts will not be mailed until after the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend.

Results

  • Upon completion of your run, upload your time at this web site. If you took photos during the run, you can add them at the same time!

The Newtown Turkey Trot provides essential funds to maintain the library and provide programming initiatives.  Funds raised from your participation will support the C.H. Booth Library’s mission to promote the joy of lifelong learning, stimulate curiosity, support the exchange of ideas, and provide a welcoming gathering place.

The Turkey Trot has grown over the years to become a popular holiday tradition for our community.  It presents an opportunity for family and friends to share a common experience while supporting a vital community resource. Your involvement with this year’s virtual event sends a message that the library matters to this community.    

Learn more and register ($30) HERE.
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