There are a couple upcoming local events worth supporting, especially if you’re a Creek Road Runner.

Caffé Gelato’s Waffle Cone Ten Miler
Sunday, October 20
9:00 a.m. start
The brainchild of restauranteur and CRR Ryan German, this unique race takes you on an out-and-back to the Pennsylvania state line from downtown Newark along Creek Road’s paved road and unpaved trails to benefit Friendship House. – registration info

14th Annual Scott Mackler 5K
Sunday, October 27
12:30 p.m. start
Named in honor of CRR Scott Mackler, who suffers with ALS, this race, the hardest road 5K in the state, benefits ALS research.  At Temple Beth El on Possum Park Road in Newark. – registration info

Mid-Atlantic Ballet’s Tutu Trot 5K
Saturday, November 2
9:00 a.m. start
CRR Mike Chajes is involved in organizing this event, which benefits the Mid-Atlantic Ballet.
Creek Road course starts at Olan Thomas Park. – registration info