Giveaway Contest

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Win A Race Entry To Christmas City Classic or Candy Cane 5k

I know what you’re thinking … school hasn’t even started and you’re talking about Christmas?

Yes we are!

Enter to win a free entry to your choice of races:

The ever-popular Christmas City Classic 5 Miler, or

The brand new Candy Cane 5k


We will be giving away a free entry to the race of your choice to one male and one female this Friday.
You have to enter to win and you can only enter once.

New in 2011! The Christmas City Classic will unveil a new course (due in part to construction on the south side.) The new course will offer several improvements including: Running on Main Street in Bethlehem, running along Monocacy Creek as well as Lehigh River, no longer just an out and back course, this course will offer a more diverse run and no trains!

There will also be music at the start/finish!

The race takes place on December 10, 2011 at 9:00 am
The 5k begins at 9:15 am

Race cap for 2011: Christmas City Classic 5 Miler – 550 runners; Candy Cane 5k – 200 runners

Race Website

Please note: If you have a confusing name or enter a username that I can’t tell which gender you are, please tell me if you are male or female. And if I email you about this and get no response, I will not include you in the contest. The last time I chose a male and female winner someone entered a genderless username and didn’t respond to my emails.

No purchase necessary to enter or win this sweepstakes. One entry per person. Prizes are non-negotiable. Void where prohibited. All entries must be received by 4:59 p.m., August 26, 2011. Must be 18 years of age to enter. Winner will be selected at random using a third party draw service. Click here for the Official Rules. Lehigh Valley Running Scene is the operator of this sweepstake.

Good luck!

Leave a comment below to be entered in the contest.

Congratulations to John Page and Ashley Schwartz!
You have each won a free race entry
to your choice of races:
Christmas City Classic 5 Miler or Candy Cane 5k

Giveaway  Posted by 22 Aug 2011 / 73 comments

Valley News

Wow! What an amazing weekend of great running weather we just had! I hope you guys got out there and logged some miles in those amazing temperatures, especially after that wicked summer we just endured. Can you say perfect?

Labor Pains:
I spent my Sunday at the Leiderkranz in Reading running on a relay team at the Labor Pain 12 Hour Ultra. In my two hour down time between laps I spectated and cheered the runners who ran between 50 kilometers and 70 miles in those same 12 hours. This was my very first appearance at an ultra event and let me just tell all of you who have never attended one of these events: you must join in the fun. Simply spectating at one of these trail races is a great time. The excitement on all of those faces, the endurance, the pain which people pushed through, and the accomplishment of going farther than they ever have … wow! Congratulations to everyone out there who ran and kudos to Ron Horn for putting on an outstanding race!

Labor Pain 12 hr ultra
Labor Pain 12 Hour Ultra – September 5, 2010

Weekend Races:
The big race coming up here in the Lehigh Valley this weekend is the LVHN Marathon for VIA on Sunday, September 12th. Whether you are doing the 5k, half marathon, marathon relay or the full 26.2 miles, I wish you the best of luck and a perfectly cool day.

If you aren’t racing in this event there are some others in the area to choose from: Run with the Heroes 5k (Nazareth) and Heroes Run (Lehigh Parkway) both take place on Saturday. Of course, there is always that Doggie Dash I mentioned a few weeks ago in Nolde Forest, Reading which is a 2 mile trail race with your dog. When I ran this a few years ago I had so much fun.

There is another 5k taking place on Sunday in Kutztown in honor of 9/11 called A 5k to Remember. Beyond the Valley, you can choose from a slew of races including a couple of triathlons, a great half marathon in Harrisburg, a couple of ultras and the Sol Lipton Run Fest which is dubbed as one of the oldest foot races in eastern PA. The overall Male and Female winners will receive their choice of a Lane/Berkline Recliner or $250 Cash!

Check the race calendar for more information on this weekend’s races.

New Running Club:
Last week I mentioned a new running club that was meeting every other Wednesday evening for a fun run followed by socializing and libations at a nearby restaurant/drinking establishment. Sadly, the only person to make it was the organizer herself. Cara (the organizer) is not discouraged! The Lehigh Valley Beer Run Club will be meeting again next Wednesday, September 15th, at 7:00 pm outside of Aardvark Sports Shop in Bethlehem for a short run and then heading to Bethlehem Brew Works for some relaxation and fun. Join in the fun!

State of the Parks:
I love twitter. I found a link to this just this morning. This week’s Green Drinks at Allentown Brew Works will begin at 5:30 pm in the Silk Lounge, speakers will begin at 6:00 pm this Wednesday evening.

There is no greater resource in the city of Allentown than that of its fabled park system. Created with visionary ideas in the early part of the 20th century during the City Beautiful movement, expanded and redefined by the WPA under President Roosevelt and gradually maintained and expanded for nearly a century since; the parks of Allentown Pennsylvania are now at a crossroads.

With a new trail network, and a process of renovation park by park the city of Allentown is left with many questions regarding her parks future. Dr. David McGuire, Karen Tuerk and Andrew Kleiner, members of the Allentown EAC, will be examining the overall ecological state of these parks during a presentation and Q+A at the Allentown Brew Works on September 8th at Green Drinks.

Giveaway Contests:
There are two contests going on this week and I would encourage you to enter both. Two lucky winners will win a goody bag from Honey Stinger which includes gels, energy bars and chews. And one lucky winner will win a free race entry to the upcoming Hamilton Street Mile race. That’s three chances of winning.

Honey Stinger Contest
Hamilton Street Mile Contest

News & Events  Posted by 07 Sep 2010 / 1 comments

Valley News

Congratulations to everyone who raced over the past weekend. It sounds as if people had a great time at the Bald Bear Triathlon, Dirty Grizzly, Half Wit Half and Alburtis 5k.

This Thursday you can head over to Reading for the Third Thirsty Thursday 5k, a no frills race for $10.

Coming up this weekend, head south to Gilbertsville (not that far away) and run the 3rd Annual Ketchup If You Can 5k. Great prizes, giveaways and a Kids Fun Run after the 5k. Sounds like a great Saturday morning family affair.

If you are interested in getting out of town this weekend for a change of scenery, there is a FREE 5k in Maple Glen, Shirley’s Run 5k and Dog Walk. Donations are encouraged to either the Shirley Schriftman Fund for Animals or a number of animal shelters or rescue groups in the Philadelphia area, including the Last Chance Ranch in Quakertown. Or, how about this? Invite your dog along for the morning and you can both participate in the 1 mile Dog Walk. Prizes will be awarded in many categories, including Fastest dog by a nose, Last tail to finish, Longest dog, Shortest dog and Best Costume. For those of you who take your dogs along with you on your runs, this sounds like a fun event for you to share.

The Shirley Schriftman Fund for Animals
c/o The Montgomery County Foundation, Inc., 2 West Lafayette Street, Suite 120, Norristown, PA 19401

List of Animal Shelters and Rescue Groups:
Spay & Save (Neuter & Spay and Animal Adoption)
Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
Main Line Animal Rescue (Animal Shelter)
Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals (no kill animal shelter)
The Animal Welfare Project (shelter to re-train homeless horses and dogs)
Kitty Cottage (adoption center for homeless cats)
Montgomery County SPCA (shelter for dogs and cats)
Stray Cat Blues (Animal Shelter – Volunteer Organization)
Animal Underground (Animal Shelter)
Last Chance Ranch (A non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of equine, companion, & small farm animals.) Located in Quakertown, PA

For all of you dog lovers out there, I want to point out another great dog event coming up in September (I will remind you again closer to the date) nearby in Reading. The 2 Mile Doggie Dash in Nolde Forest will take place on Saturday, September 11. I’ve done this race and can tell you first hand that it is a blast!

I just caught wind about another race coming up this August (thank you Michael), the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon. The 5k costs $20 and the Half Marathon is a wopping $30. Talk about cheap! Money raised goes to the local conservation association to help promote clean water in the State Forest. Great cause, great price and a great location! (Weiser State Forest is located northwest of Pottsville.)

Two weeks ago I unveiled a message forum here on the site. I want to thank all of you who have participated in discussions and started some new ones. My hope with this website and with the forum has always been to help create a tangible community of runners here in Eastern PA. You guys and gals who have joined in the chatter, met up in person and participated in the Runner Spotlight interviews are helping to make this a reality. Thank you!

By now you should have seen yesterday’s Giveaway Contest announcement as well as the new advertisement in the right sidebar of the site. In conjunction with Allentown’s newest race, we’ll be giving away one free race entry to the Hamilton Street Mile once a week from now until September 19th. Each Sunday evening a new weekly winner will be announced and every Monday morning a new weekly contest will begin. The Hamilton Street Mile will take place on Thursday evening, September 23rd in downtown Allentown. This is going to be one smoking fast race! One mile starting at 17th & Hamilton and ending between 9th & 8th on Hamilton. There is also a High Heel Hundred meter race to be raced in heels no lower than 2½ inches high. Plus, bring the kids out for a fun time, there is also a Kids Run!!

The final LVRR Healthy Kids Active Playdate for the summer will be held this Thursday at 1:00 pm at Camp Olympic in Emmaus. It has been a great summer of hiking, running, bouldering and swimming with the parents and children who have participated and rest assured you can count on some more of the same next summer. We hope that you can make it to our final day of fun.

5:45 am

Finally, I thought I’d share a photo of my morning run this morning. This shot was taken at 5:45 am. Now that it’s getting dark earlier and earlier, please be safe out there on the streets!

Don’t forget about the poll over there to the right of the page –> Why do you run?

News & Events  Posted by 17 Aug 2010 / 1 comments

Giveaway Contest

Some of you already know about an exciting new race coming to downtown Allentown this September. It’s been mentioned in some of the social media circles and word is getting out. Get ready for the area’s newest race!

Hamilton Street Mile

I’ll be working with the race director, David Bracetty, to get the word out about this great new event. On Thursday, September 23rd, Hamlton street will be closed down from 17th Street to 8th Street and race participants will run a one mile race. One mile races are popular in many areas of the United States and it’s very exciting that this will now be offered here on our own streets.

There will be a pre-race sponsor expo and a post-race party at 9th & Hamilton. This is certainly an event not to be missed!

Also featured will be a race for the ladies …

High Heel Hundred

In order to enter this race you will need to wear heels of at least 2½ inches high and then work your way down Hamilton Street for a 100 meter dash race. Each high heeled racer will be eligible for a prize in several categories including most beautiful legs, stylish heels, and highest heels.

Mark your calendars and register today.

From now until the Sunday before race day (September 19th) you can enter to win a free race entry here on Lehigh Valley Running Scene. Run on over to this page to enter.

Giveaway  Posted by 16 Aug 2010 / 0 comments

LV Zoo 5k Winners

lehigh valley zoo 5k

There were 24 women and 16 men who entered this week’s giveaway contest. Using a random number generator (random.org) I selected one male and one female who will each receive one free entry to the Lehigh Valley Zoo 5k on August 29th. The race begins at 8:00 am and proceeds support the Lehigh Valley Zoo. This is an incredibly beautiful, albeit challenging course and your race entry also acts as an entry to the zoo on race day. There is also a 1 mile Family Fun Walk through the zoo at 9:30 am. Bring your family out for a great day of fun!

Without further ado, congratulation to this week’s winners: Juan and Kristie!

Best of luck to everyone running this race!

You can enter online at Active.com or by downloading the registration form here.

Giveaway  Posted by 30 Jul 2010 / 0 comments

Giveaway Contest

LV Zoo 5k

Presenting the Lehigh Valley Zook 5k and 1 Mile Family Walk – with an all new course and crossing the Jordan Creek on the 150th anniversary year of the Geiger Covered Bridge, running on a tree shaded canopied trail and finishing in the zoo. Oh and don’t forget a Hi-Tech T, this promises to be the year’s MUST DO 5k!

Two lucky folks – one male and one female – will be the winners of this week’s Giveaway Contest for the Sunday August 29th Run Wild At Lehigh Valley Zoo 5K and 1 Mile Walk.

As part of the your registration fee you are entitled to all day admission to the Zoo. The proceeds of this event benefit the Lehigh Valley Zoo so run, have fun, and support a good cause!

Geiger Covered Bridge

Contest ends Friday, July 30th at 5:00 pm.

* One entry per person.
* Prizes are non-negotiable and non-refundable.
* Winners are selected at random using a random number generator.

You know what to do … enter your comment below.

Giveaway  Posted by 26 Jul 2010 / 40 comments