On March 16, 2019, the Osceola Council on Aging will be hosting their March for Meals St. Patrick’s 5K Run/Walk presented by Kissimmee Utility Authority at the Kissimmee Lakefront Park. This fun run event was created to bring awareness to our community of senior hunger and to raise funds for the Meals on Wheel program. Registration begins at 7:30 AM with the race starting at 8:00 AM.
This year’s 5K Run/Walk is being held the day before St. Patrick’s Day so have fun with the color “green” and show your support by wearing your lucky green to celebrate ending Senior Hunger. Put together a team and participate in the “Team Challenge” category and win the “Most Spirited Team” and/or “Largest Team” in 2019.
This race is a great way to get involved and the best part is its FUN and for a GOOD CAUSE! There will be awards for the top 10 male and top 10 female finishers plus the top male and female 65+ finisher.
The City of Kissimmee announced temporary road closures in Downtown Kissimmee to accommodate the race which will commence at 7:30 a.m. Saturday morning and will be effective through 9:00 a.m. The following roads will be closed for the event:
- Lakeview Drive
- East Monument Avenue
- East Dakin Avenue
- Broadway Avenue
- Ruby Avenue
- Bryan Street
Motorist should expect travel delays during this event. For more information about March for Meals St. Patrick’s 5K Run/Walk and how to register for the race, please contact Osceola Council on Aging at 407.847.2144 or visit www.osceolagenerations.org.
So, put your team together today and show your spirit and help us fight senior hunger by supporting the Meals on Wheels in Osceola County program!
