BELFAST — The Waldo County YMCA will host two Fun Run events on October 7 and 8. The Superheroes for Kids 5K is for ages 13 and older. Kids ages 5-12 are invited to take part in A Child Shall Lead: Superhero Fun Run and Fair the following day. Both events are a part of the WCY’s annual Weekend for Kids fundraiser with all proceeds benefiting Y youth programs.

Teens and adults ages 13+ are invited to run in the Superheroes for Kids 5K on Saturday, October 7. Racers will take part in an out-and-back run along the Belfast Rail Trail beginning and ending at the Depot terminus (13 Oak Hill Rd).

Pre-registration is $25 and includes an event T-shirt. Top prize to be awarded to the first male and female finishers is a 3-month membership to the WCY, including 12 week-session for all fitness classes and free fitness assessment and orientation. Medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age bracket.

Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to take part in the A Child Shall Lead: Superhero Fun Run and Fair on Sunday, October 8 at the Waldo County YMCA (157 Lincolnville Ave, Belfast). Parents and family members can run alongside children in this one-mile fun run. Youth registration is $10 and includes a medal for finishing, race bumper sticker, hotdog lunch, and 10 tickets to the fair.

The Waldo County Y will host a fair after the race from 9 a.m. - noon. The fair is free and open to the public with tickets available to purchase for bouncy house, face painting, and other activities.

Racers at both events are encouraged to channel their inner superhero and run in costume.

To register or for more information, please visit http://www.waldocountyymca.org/upcoming-events or contact the Waldo County YMCA at (207) 338-4598.

“The Waldo County YMCA extends thanks to the event’s lead sponsors Larry and Sharon Jones for ongoing support of the A Child Shall Lead Fun Run for kids,” said WCY, in a news release. 

The WCY serves Waldo County as the hub for healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. In May of 1977, the WCY was created as a force for good in the community. It became a stand alone 501(c)3 charitable organization in 1995. After 23 years as a “Y without Walls”, the WCY opened a fitness facility with gymnasium, track, weight room, and studio. In 2009, the Tom and Sally Savage Pool Complex was added to fulfill its commitment to the community. In addition to the exercise and wellness facilities, the WCY offers high-quality, affordable childcare, after school programs for young teens, community activities for older adults, and sports leagues for children and adults.

“The WCY Sustaining Sponsors, Viking Lumber, Consumers Fuel, Ironwood Maine, Robbins Lumber, and First National Bank ensure our programs remain affordable, high-quality, and community-focused,” said WCY.