Due to the nature of the ever-changing COVID-19 situation, the Lew Blond Run Board of Directors has decided to postpone the 20th Anniversary race, which was scheduled for May 16, 2020. The safety and well-being of our race participants, event staff, and community is our utmost priority.

THE NEW RACE DATE HAS BEEN SET FOR SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12. We appreciate your continued support of the Lew Blond Memorial 5k Run/Walk event, which benefits ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) research, high school scholarships, and special District 30 projects.

Thank you again for your support and understanding.

The Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk is held to honor Lew Blond, a Maple School teacher who passed away from Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS) in February 2000. He was an exceptional and dedicated educator of the applied arts and was revered and cherished by his students, his colleagues and the parents of the children he served. Lew Blond's family has attended and helped support this race since its inception.

This flat, scenic course goes through the Maple School neighborhood. Proceeds benefit ALS research through the Les Turner ALS Foundation, scholarships for prospective teachers at the Glenbrook High Schools and special District 30 projects.

The Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk receives extensive media support and coverage. The event is among the top running events in the north suburban area. The 2018 race drew over 1,000 participants and volunteers. A significant portion of the funds raised from the Lew Blond Run has been donated to the Les Turner (ALS) Foundation.

Start Location - Maple School | 2370 Shermer Road | Northbrook, IL

Date: Saturday, September 12th, 2020
Rain or Shine: read The Lew Blond Run weather policy here.

Start Time: 8:00 am (5K) / 9:00 am (1 mile)

Race Course: USATF Certified/CARA Certified Race (IL-10116-JW)

Bicycles, roller skates/blades, skateboards and dogs are not permitted on the course.

Strollers and Baby Joggers will be permitted in the One Mile Fun Run only, and should start from the back of the race field."

Split times: Digital clocks at mile 1, mile 2 and the finish line. Split times at miles 1 and 2 only.

Race cutoff time for the 5K is 55 minutes. Cutoff time for the 1 mile is 20 minutes.

Water will be available at the start, midway through the race and at the finish line. First Aid station, gear check and post-race refreshments available on site.

Parking: The best option for easy out access is the Highland Baking parking lot, 2301 Shermer Road, which is on the east side of Shermer Road and directly across the street from the event. Limited parking is also available in the Glenbrook North High School north parking lot and in front of the school on the east side, located at 2300 Shermer Road. Enter and exit on Shermer Road, as Sherman Drive entrances will be closed for the race.

Registration: All pre-registered participants receive a t-shirt. Dri-fit T-shirts are guaranteed for those who register by August 21st, 2020. T-shirts will be available while supplies last.

Costs: Before August 21st, Adult $35 (CARA member $30) / Youth $25 (CARA Youth $20)
After August 21st, Adult $40 (CARA member $35) / Youth $30 (CARA Youth $25)

** No refunds for race registrations.

Packet Pickup: Packet pickup is on Friday, Septembe 11th, 2020, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm
and on race day, Saturday, September 12th, 2020, from 6:45am to 7:45am.

Pickup is at Maple School - 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook

Race day registration will be offered during packet-pickup

Runners may only pick up packets for other runners if they have a copy of each runner's confirmation email or receipt (email is acceptable)