September 13, 2007

Still time to register for the Almaden Times Classic run

Calling all runners: there’s still time to register for the 14th annual Almaden Times Classic Run for Youth. The 10K/2-mile run/walk through Almaden is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 23 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Leland High School parking lot, 6677 Camden Ave.

The annual race is a benefit for the Almaden Valley Counseling Service, which offers low-cost psychotherapy and counseling for people who cannot afford it elsewhere. The facility on Crown Boulevard hosts support groups and allocates 24 interns to local schools to help provide counseling. The race is one of the major fund-raisers for AVCS.

This year’s race features a 10K/2-mile run/walk through Almaden’s paved creek trail and some residential streets. A course map is available at www.avcounseling.org. There are eight age divisions including: 9 and under, 10 to 13, 14 to 18, 19 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59 and 60-plus.

The four overall winners will receive gift certificates and there will be awards for the first three winners in each age division and ribbons for all children. The entry fee includes a T-shirt and random prizes will be given out based on race numbers. Runners also will receive good bags, food and drinks. Finish line photos will be available from 1-2-3 CheesE.

Pre-registration is due by Sept. 18 with prices for those registrants at $23 for adults and $12 for children 12 and under. On race day the costs increase to $30 for adults and $15 for children. Families, up to four people including adults and children, can pre-register for $55 or it will cost $65 on Sept. 23. Member prices are $21 for adults, $10 for children and $53 for families. A separate entry form is required for each family member.

Race numbers and shirts will be handed out on race day to all registrants. Race day registration will open at 8 a.m. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee a T-shirt.

A scene from the 2006 Almaden Times Classic Run for Youth. This year’s event is the 14th annual run.

The race is sponsored this year by the Almaden Shopping Center, San Jose Water Company 4-D. Actel, Braddock & Logan Homes, Robson Homes, ACLIS, Westfield Shopping Towns, Classic Car Wash, PG&E, The Schoenauer Company, Mid-Peninsula Bank, Unwined, Camden Almaden Buildings, Elite Chiropractic and Sports Center, Athletic Nation, Brandenburg Family Foundation, TotalFit Solutions, Dr. Thomas McGrath, Summerhill Homes, Shappell Homes, Camilles Sidewalk Café, Ventura Barnett Properties, Sports Basement, Cindy Cockcroft and Amy McCafferty from Alain Pinel Realtors, SCC Supervisor Don Gage, Panera Bakery, Del Biaggio Family Foundation and Almaden Times Weekly.

Other sponsors include ME Fox & Co, Athletic Performance, Starbucks, McDonalds, California Pizza Kitchens, In N Out Burger, Sonoma Chicken Coop, Pulte Homes and Saturn.

The AVCS holds several fund-raisers per year including a Snow Ball Fashion Show in the spring and a home tour in the spring of 2008 featuring Almaden Valley homes with cooking demonstrations, elegant table settings, seasonal designer arrangements and refreshments. The service also offers Breakfast with Santa, sponsored by the Brownstone Foundation, in December.

Registration forms are available on page 34 of this paper or at www.avcounseling.org. or for more information, call (408) 997-0200. Entries can be mailed to AVCS at 6529 Crown Blvd., Suite D, San Jose, CA 95120.