5th Boston River Run 5K Fundraiser to Take Place on November 13th

BOSTON - Nov. 8, 2016 - PRLog -- The friends and family of Corporal Andrew Graham Narcus and the board of directors for the Andrew Graham Semper Fi Fund invite you to the Boston River Run 5K on November 13, 2016 benefiting the Andrew Graham Semper Fi Fund.  The Boston River Run is a member of the Brighton Race Series, five charity races taking place this fall in Brighton, MA.

The Boston River Run 5K is a spirited, patriotic run that takes place Veterans Day weekend. The run offers a family-friendly course that welcomes runners and walkers of all ability levels. From first time 5k'ers to competitive running club enthusiasts, all are welcome.  The course is a 3.1 mile loop on the Charles River along Soldiers Field Road. Prizes will be given to the top three men, top three women, and top man and woman in each of six age groups. This year's race is particularly significant as the first ever recipient of the scholarship endowed from last year's race, Loretta Esibi, will be speaking and the Bunker Hill Community College president, Dr. Pam Eddinger, will be in attendance.

"We just feel like this race keeps Andy's memory alive. We want to both raise funds to help students succeed and bring together the community to honor our veterans," said John Narcus, founder of the Andrew Graham Semper Fi Fund and Boston River Run Race Director.

The race takes place at the Artesani Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Boston. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the race begins at 9 a.m., preceded by brief remarks and the national anthem. Race awards and raffle drawing will take place at 10 a.m.

You can pre-register online for $35 at racemenu.com/river.  You may register on the day of the race for $40. Make checks payable to: Andrew Graham Semper Fi Fund, 663 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02135.  All race participants will receive a long-sleeved technical t-shirt.

For questions about the race, please contact John Narcus at (774) 249-9526 or john@agsffund.org.You may also go visit www.bostonriverrun.com or www.agsffund.org to learn more. Learn about the Brighton Race Series at racemenu.com/brighton