Event Info

Schedule for R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Please note: Times are subject to change. Please check back for most up-to-date race day information.

Join us after the race for the awards ceremony and the Family Festival. Enjoy fun activities for the whole family and visit our sponsor booths for giveaways and prizes.

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Awards for R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk

Awards will be given to the top-three female and male finishers. The top-three corporate team fund-raisers and the top-three individual fund-raisers registered with R Baby Foundation will also receive awards.

The R Mother Awards are a way to honor a special mother in your life. Click here to learn more.

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Events for R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk

Please note: These events will go on rain or shine.

4-Mile Run
This official New York Road Runners Club (NYRR) scored race counts toward 2011 guaranteed entry eligibility requirements for the ING New York City Marathon. You do not have to be an NYRR member to register for the run.

1.3-Mile Health Walk
You only need to pay the registration fee for your child if you wish him/her to receive a bib and t-shirt. The walk will not be scored or timed. If children are signed up for the Kids' Fun Run, they can participate in the Walk without additional charge.

Kids' Fun Run
Sign your son or daughter up for one to two block races - a great way for them to participate in a great cause without doing the full Walk. Every child will receive a ribbon, a racing bib and some special treats. The length of the race varies per age group. Pictures will be available post-race as well!

Cheering Section
Showing up at the park even if you can't run or walk is a great way to show your support for R Baby and infant healthcare while enjoying a meaningful day with family. You are not required to register in order to attend the day of the Run/Walk; the Family Festival is open to all. Please see our Activities section to keep track of all the exciting events that will be going on at the Festival.

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Participants

A host of public figures expected to attend.

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Activities

• A performance by the Raggs Band - a special treat for the kids!
• A Mother's Day crafts area from apple seeds featuring do-it-yourself gifts and keepsakes.
• Other family activities and giveaways!
• Niketown sports and activities for the family

Much more to come soon!

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Fees for R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk

Kids' Races (ages 2-12) - $6 in advance, or $8 on race day

Please note that the fee above covers registration costs only. We encourage you to make a donation to R Baby Foundation to support infant healthcare.

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Registration and Number Pickup for R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk

You can register online here or at www.nyrr.org but we encourage you to register through our site so you can build your own page and invite your friends. Fax and online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 4, and no credit cards will be accepted after that time.

On race day May 9, materials can be picked up in the bandshell at the following time:

• 4-Mile: 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. (Registration and number pickup will close at 7:30 a.m.; absolutely no exceptions.)
• 1.3-Mile Health Walk: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
• Kids' Races: 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.

Number Pickup

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs at Niketown New York / Atrium (6 East 57th Street Between 5th and Madison Avenues).

Pick-up is open:
Thursday and Friday from 1pm to 7pm
Saturday from 11:30am to 4:30pm

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Map of R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk Central Park Location

click here to view map (Walk course is subject to change. Please check back here for the latest map.)

click here to download PDF of map

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Directions to R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk Central Park Location

Central Park
By Foot - Everyone can walk into Central Park through the 72nd Street Transverse from either Central Park West or 5th Ave. There will be signs leading people to the festival area where race day packet pick up, participant t-shirts, etc. The bandshell (festival location) is located across the road from Bethesda Fountain off the transverse. If people want to go directly to the start of the race or walk they should enter the park at 72nd Street Transverse and just head south toward the start line on near East 68th Street.

From Northern New Jersey
By Car - From I-280 E, take exit 16E toward Lincoln Tunnel, Merge onto I-95 N, Slight right at RT-495 E (signs for Lincoln Tunnel), Slight left at Dyer Ave (signs for 34 St/I-495 E/42 St/Hwy 9A), Turn left at W 42nd St (signs for Hwy 9A), Turn right at 10th Ave, Continue on Amsterdam Ave/John Jay Square, Continue to follow Amsterdam Ave, Turn right at W 65th St/Leonard Bernstein Pl, Continue on 65th St Transverse Rd, Continue on E 65th St, Turn left at Park Ave, Turn right at E 72nd St, E 72nd St.

By Train - please visit http://www.njtransit.com with the destination of New York Penn Station. From Penn Station, take the C, E, 3 train to Times Sq - 42nd St Station. Take the S train to Grand Central - 42nd St Station. Take the 6 train to 68th St - Hunter College Station. Head northeast on Lexington Ave toward E 69th St. Turn right at E 72nd St. Head east towards Central Park.

From Westchester, New York
By Car - From the Saw Mill Pkwy, Take exit 3 toward E 138 St, Merge onto Exterior St, Continue on E 135th St, Turn right at 3rd Ave, Take the ramp to FDR Dr, Merge onto Harlem River Dr S, Continue on FDR Dr S/Franklin Delano Roosevelt Dr S, Take exit 13 toward E 71 St, Merge onto FDR Drive et S, Turn right at E 71st St, Turn right at York Ave, Turn left at E 72nd St. Continue east to Central Park

By Train - please visit http://as0.mta.info/mnr/schedules/sched_form.cfm with the destination of Grand Central Terminal. Take the 6 train to 68th St - Hunter College Station. Head northeast on Lexington Ave toward E 69th St.

Note: Cars are not allowed in Central Park. You will need to park outside Central Park, either on the street or in parking garages. Numerous garages can be found near the start of the Run/Walk in the East 60's. Click here to view some parking options.

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