Registration is open for the 10th anniversary Androscoggin Bank Run for Independence, due to return as a hybrid event on Saturday, May 21, after two years fully virtual, according to a news release from the Independence Association.

The 5K, 1 mile, and kids’ fun run will start from Independence Association’s building at 3 Industrial Parkway in Brunswick. The 5K is scheduled to start at 9 a.m., and the fun run at 8:45 a.m.

In-person courses take local runners through the streets of Brunswick Industrial Park and local neighborhoods, returning them to the IA property for post-race refreshments by Moderation Brewing and Pat’s Pizza. The race is sponsored by Androscoggin Bank and benefits Independence Association.

Hank Pfeifle of Brunswick, a member of the Maine Running Hall of Fame soon to be inducted into the Maine Sports Hall of Fame, is honorary chair of this year’s race. Pfeifle is an IA parent, and recently summed up the value that IA’s supportive services bring to his adult son, Mitch, who soon will move from his parents’ home to an IA-managed residence.

Thanks to IA, Hank says, Mitch enjoys “friendship, companionship, creativity, being involved in something instead of being stuck at home.” Like his parents and siblings, Mitch enjoys sports, and competes regularly in the Run for Independence. He also works out with IA’s in-house trainer.

In celebration of the 10th anniversary, there will be custom commemorative medals for 250 finishers and long-sleeve performance T-shirts.

To register, visit runsignup.com.

 

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