Dewey Decimal Dash ~ 5K & Fun Run/Walk

Dewey Decimal Dash ~ 5K & Fun Run/Walk Race Information

<p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><b>Join us for the 10th annual DEWEY DECIMAL DASH 5K RUN / WALK and support the Haverford Township Free Library!  </b></span></p> <p>This fun, family friendly event is for all ages and fitness levels and brings our community together to support our Library!</p> <p>People who know Haverford Township know that this is a special place. It is a town where neighbors still know and look out for each other, where small businesses have thrived for generations, where residents feel real pride. Our Library, with 180,000 patron visits each year, is a gateway to community connection through social events, groups and programs that bring people together. Our Library is part of what makes this township an exceptional place to live.<br /><br /><b>With generous support such as yours, this event has raised over $100,000 since 2017, helping fulfill our Library’s mission of providing excellent resources, services and programs for all ages.</b> In all, the Library hosts nearly 2,000 programs annually for patrons of all ages and interests! <b>Haverford Township Free Library truly offers something for everyone in our community. Thank You for Your Support!</b></p> <p><i>Did you know that our Library has the highest circulation rates of all libraries in Delaware County? We offer a remarkably diverse </i><i>collection of both print and digital materials and have earned prestigious recognition with the highest Gold Star designation by the PA Library </i><i>Association. <br /></i></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><b>EVENT DATE &amp; TIME:   Saturday, November 7, 2026</b></span></p> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><b>Registration begins at 7:30 am</b></span><br /><br /></li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><b>5K Run begins at 8:00 am</b></span><br /><br /></li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><b>1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 8:05 am</b></span></li></ul> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><b>STARTING LOCATION</b>:</span>  The Front of the Haverford Township Free Library on Mill Road (Library&#39;s address is 1601 Darby Road, Havertown)</p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><b>Stay tuned for packet pick-up info!</b></span><br /><br />Questions? Contact Mary Bear Shannon: <a href="mailto:shannon&#64;haverfordlibrary.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">shannon&#64;haverfordlibrary.org</a>.</p> <p><span style="color:#e67e23"><b><u><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )">PRICES:</span><br /><br /></u><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )">****** Early bird pricing runs through October 30, 2026 | Regular pricing will begin on October 31, 2026 *****</span><u><br /></u></b></span></p> <ul><li> <p>5K Individual<br />Early Bird:        $35 through 10/30/26<br />Regular:           $40 through 11/6/26<br />Day of Race:    $45 on 11/7/26</p> </li><li> <p>5K Teams of 2&#43;<br />Early Bird:        $30 through 10/30/26<br />Regular:           $35 through 11/6/26<br />Day of Race:    $40 on 11/7/26</p> </li></ul> <ul><li> <p>1 Mile Run/Walk<br />Early Bird:        $25 through 10/30/26<br />Regular:           $30 through 11/6/26<br />Day of Race:    $35 on 11/7/26</p> </li></ul> <ul><li>Virtual Run/Walk prices are the same as above</li></ul> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><u><b>COURSE:</b></u>  </span></p> <ul><li> <b>Click <a href="http://haverfordlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/DDD-Route-Map-final.png" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> for the course map</b></li></ul> <p>          The 5K course will start in front of the Library on Mill Road to Karakung Drive to Manoa Road and back.  </p> <p>          The 1-mile course will start in front of the Library on Mill Road to Earlington Road and back. </p> <p>          Virtual participants can run or walk the course anytime, or anywhere between 11/1/25 - 11/8/25 and log times on the Runsignup registration page.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 );text-decoration:underline"><strong>Costume Contest:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Dewey Decimal Dash, we encourage all runners and walkers to dress up in celebration of their favorite decade! So dust off your bell bottoms and neon windbreakers and win some great prizes!</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><u><b>Age Categories / Prizes:</b></u></span><br />  0-12<br />  13-18<br />  18 - 29<br />  30 - 39<br />  40 - 49<br />  50 - 59<br />  60 - 69<br />  70 and up</p> <p>Largest Group Prize<br />Fastest Group Prize</p> <p>Best Costume<br />Best Group Costume<br /><br /><b>TO DONATE OR SPONSOR, PLEASE CLICK HERE</b>:  <a href="https://haverfordlibrary.org/dewey/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://haverfordlibrary.org/dewey/</a></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><b>THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!</b></span></p>