YOUR ABSOLUTE LAST CHANCE FOR ROMANCE 3 Mile Run, or walk.

WE HAD TO POSTPONE THE EVENT/DATE BECAUSE OF A CONFLICT AT BOOTHE PARK. 

WE ARE BACK FOR YOUR 'ABSOLUTE LAST CHANCE!' at ROMANCE after Valentines Day!

A COUPLE OF RADICAL CHANGES FOR THIS EVENT-

Circumstances have dictated a change in Date and Location. We have moved to the Lordship section of Stratford- from the iconic Little Pub lot overlooking Long Island Sound**   

WE APOLOGIZE- This means it is a flat course along the water. The 'challenge' of that great Chapel St hill of the old course will need to wait one year... 

It also means we will need a minimum of 50 paid entries to hold this event.

PLEASE register early.

SATURDAY 3/1  WE ARE PLANNING FOR A GREAT RUN/WALK`

8:40AM  FREE  Kids Fun Run (ages 9 & under please)

9:00AM  START run/walk - ONE HOUR EARLIER THAN USUAL

Reg opens 11am  2/3 -   $30 for 19 & older   $20 for 18 & under 

                              2/24 -   $35                            $25

THANKS TO THE SUPPORT OF THE STRATFORD PARKS DEPT, STRATFORD POLICE, STRATFORD DPW, THE LITTLE PUB, AND THE COOPERATIVE EFFORTS OF WONDERFUL VOLUNTEERS (you can be one too- there are a lot of races that need your help)

This event was designed to be after V-Day.  Here's your chance- it may not be too late to make up for any little “oversight” that may have occurred on Feb 14th!

So our “Absolute Last Chance” is yours too! Run with a partner, a significant other, a spouse, or on your own spreading love and continuing the spirit of St Valentine.

We do have a 100 person limit for this event. Please pre-reg early & don't get shut out.

And while you are with us we hope you’ll join us and help donate to the Stratford Police Explorers/PAL. A terrific group of young men and women who want to help in our community and work in law enforcement.   

FEB 16 Guaranteed swag ends- shirts, hats socks or mugs - it all depends on costs, availability & tariffs!

How can you get your name/business on the shirt? IT’S EASY! 
Donate $100 or more and you’re on! It’s a tax deductible donation right into the Stratford Police Cadets fund.

You MUST contact Marty Schaivone and set this up. We really could use your help. Sponsors get a free entry and the two race shirts! msrunningproductions@yahoo.com

SATURDAY 3/1 Revised Schedule- 3 mile will start at 9am

8:00 am  pickup starts for bibs, shirts or warm hats

8:45 am - We will have a safe, short-distance, non-competitive kids' fun run if weather permits and there are any kids (9 and under only). You can accompany your little tyke to avoid potential drama. (Theirs or yours!).

**This kids run is directed by Donna Cramond- former professional cat herder & certified Bon Vivant.

9:00 am- Start of 3 mile event  which is timed - everyone is eligible for awards. Jim Gerweck is our official Race Timer.   

9:15 am- granola bars/wrapped snacks, bananas, water, possibly a warm fluid & more

ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY- even on race day

$30 for pre-reg 19 & over through 2/23.   Just $20 for 18 & under

$35 / $25  Feb 24 - March 1

WE CAN NOT PROCESS ANY PAPER NOR TAKE CASH ON RACE DAY- only online reg. Bring your phone!

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 9 am RACE MORNING - UNLESS WE ARE SOLD OUT (150 runners)

PRIZES- likely edible and tasty! INCLUDING GIFT CARDS FROM THE DROWSY WHALER** COFFEE TRUCK!

Overall male & female & NB champions WILL GET AWARDS OF SOME SORT, might even be edible...

Two deep in age groups- 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 & older if they’re pre-registered. 

**HOLD ONTO YOUR BIB- come back to the Drowsy Whaler on another day and get 10% off your order!

Prizes for the top 2 person team based on cumulative ages.

Teams for each category are eligible- M&F, M&M, F&F, NG&NG 

Combined age groups- 60 & under, 61-75, 76-100, 101-125, 126-150, 151+

What are the awards? They might be edible- that's the best kind. Medals and trophies can chip your teeth.

Purchased right after VDay when all the extra chocolate gets insanely discounted.

You can run, walk or stroll this event as an individual- you do NOT need a partner. 

PLEASE HELP US RECRUIT PARTICIPANTS!  We need a minimum of 50 people to be able to hold this event 

WE HAVE A FEW SWAG ITEMS TO GIVE OUT THIS YEAR- promise!

PLEASE REG BY FEB 16th so we can make sure you get something! Shirts? Socks? Hats?

Sat 3/1 PICKUP STARTS 8:00 am and the 3 miler starts at 9 am

OUR LOCATION is now at the Little Pub lot- 

at 10 Washington Parkway in the Lordship section of Stratford 

                                   WE ARE NOT AT BOOTHE PARK!!!

NOTE- there is no water table on the course- please carry your own if needed.

With fixed costs and pre-payment of many items, this means we CANNOT, under any conditions, REFUND any registration fees. Whether we are live or virtual our commitment to our Police Explorers will be maintained. We hope you can support this commitment and join us.

IMPORTANT DETAIL-  We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to the Stratford Police Explorers/PAL. Your donation is fully tax-deductible. 

WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SAFE START- If you are truly at a speedier running level (6-7min pace per mile or under) we urge you to be at the start early and ready to go at 9 am. This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. Thanks!

You can push a baby stroller but must start towards the back of the pack, have at least some sort of mammal in the stroller, and not curse as you fly down the hills and then have to climb that big hill, pushing the stroller...

ON THE COURSE- We ask you to stay safe, don’t run in groups…watch for traffic. 

Race Director and slightly crazed Founder who really should retire

Marty Schaivone, with 35 years of experience, will coordinate this event. MS Running Productions has directed & consulted on more than 30 races every year in CT including other races in Stratford- the Little O'Pub, Miles for Margaritas, Christmas in July surfin Santa, Two Roads Shore to the Pour, Happy HalloWINE, the Turkey Trot, Holiday Toy Run and the Last Waltz. Also the Great Pumpkin Classic in Trumbull, the Beach Bunny 5k, Bigelow Tea Community Challenge & Colony Grill Hot Oil in Fairfield, and many others in Milford, Bridgeport, Westport, and beyond. 

Last year MSRP was involved with events that contributed over $250,000 to local charities.

Contact Marty at msrunningproductions@yahoo.com  for terrific opportunities to sponsor this event or to volunteer at this run as well as any others.  The very modified and constantly changing 2024 schedule (if it ever happens) will be posted at www.hitekracing.com/msrunning.com

FAQ’s

Is there valet parking?  Yes, that will be available when pigs can fly.

Is the course marked clearly and accurately?  If you get lost on this course we will refund your money, someday. And if you run long by accident we will not charge extra. It is an out and back with a small loop. There will be signs, cones, flour arrows and police on the course.

How can I get my name/business on the shirt? IT’S EASY!
Donate $100 or more and you’re on! It’s tax deductible right into the Stratford Police Cadets.

You MUST contact Marty Schaivone and set this up. We really could use your help. Sponsors get a free entry and the two race shirts! msrunningproductions@yahoo.com 

Why is it 3 miles and not 5k? 

First off- trying to add on another 1/10 mile would have caused logistical problems, messed up the start/finish, and been annoying.

Secondly- I never did well using the metric system despite being a Science Major.

Thirdly- Since there are no other 3 milers around this will become a unique PR for you. You're welcome!