Friends ready third annual ’Run For The Lighthouse’ in East Providence

Posted 1/19/23

Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse are sponsoring their third annual benefit run on Saturday, April 22. Organized by Rhode Races & Events, the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Run will start and end at …

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Friends ready third annual ’Run For The Lighthouse’ in East Providence

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Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse are sponsoring their third annual benefit run on Saturday, April 22. Organized by Rhode Races & Events, the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Run will start and end at Rose Larisa Park, 701 Bullocks Point Ave., Riverside, across from Crescent Park Carousel.

It will wind through scenic neighborhoods and will be followed by refreshments and entertainment at the park. There will be three race options: 5K walk, 5K and 10K runs. Participants of all ages are welcome, as are both novice and experienced runners and walkers.

A virtual component to the run is also available. If you can’t take part in person on April 22, but still want to support this landmark light station and museum, run or walk at your choice of time and place, by registering for the virtual event. The 5K Run/Walk, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m., will proceed up Bullocks Point Avenue, then wind through local neighborhoods adjacent to the coastline, continue on the East Bay Bike Path, back up to the starting point.

The 5K run fee is $25 through February 26. The 10K Run, from 8-10 a.m., heads toward Squantum Woods, and includes a portion of the East Bay Bike Path, from which runners have a sweeping view of The Lighthouse, before returning to Rose Larisa Park. The 10K fee is $30 through February 26. Participants are encouraged to register early, as the fees for the in-person activity increase closer to the event. The price for the virtual 5K or 10K run or walk is $20.

Runners and walk enthusiasts can see further details and register for the in-person or the virtual event at https://runsignup.com/Race/RI/Riverside/PomhamRocksRun.

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