What if there was a way to use running to bring people together in Norwood? That was the question that Amanda Sinclair, Robin LeFevre and a group of Norwood residents were asking themselves in late 2017 / early 2018. Less than a year later, their “crazy idea” became a reality when nearly 400 people showed up to participate in the inaugural Gem of the Highlands 5k.
More than a one-day event, the race is set up to be a catalyst for good on a year-round basis. Through monetary donations, volunteer hours, and social gatherings, the committee has been busy over the past 12 months. As we approach the 2019 event, which is scheduled for Saturday, November 2nd, Amanda and Robin were kind enough to come on the show.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
- how the idea for the 5k was born
- the ways that the race benefits Norwood (the other 364 days of the year)
- new additions for the 2019 event
- the long-term vision for the 5k and much more
Listen here. ⬇️
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Selected links from the Gem of the Highlands 5k episode
Visit NorwoodRun.com to get involved with the 2019 race, which is scheduled for Saturday, November 2nd.
Follow the race on Instagram for behind-the-scenes access to the planning committee.
Email GemOfTheHighlands5k@gmail.com to get involved with organizing the race.
Sponsors for the 2019 Gem of the Highlands 5k include:
- Paycor (title sponsor)
- The Urology Group
- Crossroads Community Church
- Jennifer McGillis (who previously appeared on the podcast to discuss real estate)
- 3TC Design
- OTO Supply Company
- LaRosa’s
- Indian Mound Cafe
- Sorrento’s
- Walgreens
- Kroger
- Fast Signs
- Woven Oak Initiatives
- Norwood Knothole
- Norwood Police and Fire
- Kim Phillips with Comey and Shepherd
- Wallace Dentistry Group
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