Thanksgiving is nearly here – time to eat and run. Also in the issue: Local government meetings for the week of November 13 – 17
Editor’s Note: This column originally appeared in our sister publication, Fredericksburg Parent & Family.
by Carolina Murray
FOR FREDERICKSBURG PARENT & FAMILY
Thursday, November 23 (Thanksgiving Day)
7 am
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This is the 31st year the YMCA has sponsored the granddaddy of family races in the region. The YMCA Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day tradition that attracts runners of all ages and abilities to Fredericksburg each year. Run or walk the 5K course through scenic downtown Fredericksburg lined with city residents to cheer you on. Kids can get in on the fun by joining a parent in the 5K or running the 1-mile race. It’s a Hallmark moment that starts your family Thanksgiving traditions off right. The race starts at 2300 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg.
Due to the size of the 5K race, it starts in waves. Wave 1 – Under 35 minutes; Wave 2 – 35-45 minutes; Wave 3 – Over 45 minutes.
If you want to start in the same wave as your friends or family, be sure to enter the same estimated finish time for each runner and select the same wave. Proceeds raised support Rappahannock Area YMCA programs that empower youth, improve community health, and ensure affordable access for all.
Looking for more reasons to run in November?
The Bishops Veterans Day 1-mile Fun Run
Sunday, November 12, 2023
11:30 am
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This is a run for the whole family, with 5K ($30), 10K ($45) and 1-mile ($20) options. Prices increase $5 on the day of the event. Walkers and Strollers are welcome to attend the event. The location is Pratt Park, 120 River Road, Fredericksburg. The events run from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Girls on the Run Piedmont Fall 5k and Birthday Bash
Sunday, November 12, 2023
2 pm
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This 5K sponsored by Girls on the Run will be held at the Virginia Credit Union Fredericksburg Nationals Baseball Stadium. Gates open at 1 pm, and the race starts at 2 pm. The address is 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401. Youth under 12 are $30, Adults and youth over 12 $40 and race day registration is $50. Although this race is held to celebrate girls completion of a Girls on the Run program, the entire community is welcome to participate.
Girls on the Run inspires participants of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths while building a sense of connection in a team setting. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together. The program serves girls 3rd through 8th grade. The local chapter is Girls on the Run Piedmont, serving Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Rappahannock, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. The local contact is [email protected]Â
Government Meetings – November 13 – 17
Fredericksburg
Monday, November 13 – City Council Meeting – Work session is 5:30 – 7:00, Regular meeting is 7:30 – 9:30. Read the Agenda.
Spotsylvania County
Tuesday, November 14 – Board of Supervisor’s Meeting – 4:30. Agenda
Monday, November 13 – School Board Meeting – 5:30. Agenda
Stafford County
Monday, November 13 – Joint Board of Supervisors and School Board meeting – 3:30 pm. Agenda (Not published at press time)
Tuesday, November 14 – Board of Supervisors Meeting – Work session is at 4:00, Regular Session is at 7:00. Agenda
Tuesday, November 14 – School Board Meeting – Work session is at 5:00; Regular meeting is at 7:00. Agenda
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