Join us for the kick off for the KP Corporate Run/Walk, July 26^th – 6-8PM on the square. For actually what the KP Corporate Run/Walk is, see below. Kathy Gannon, Dekalb County Commissioner and Decatur resident, and I, challenge you and your family to join us for 8 weeks of training and a fun evening on Sept 16th. Let’s make Decatur healthier and show others what active living is all about. Will you join us? [Please note that a portion of the money raised will go to the Atlanta Food Bank, run by Decatur’s own Bill Boiling.]

Join Team Decatur for the KP Corporate Run/Walk            

Join Decatur businesses and community members as we participate in the Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk & Fitness Program. The City of Decatur is participating in the KP Run/Walk as “Team Decatur” – we want you, your family and city businesses to join in this great community fitness activity. Decatur Active Living, Big Peach Running Company, Fleet Feet, and One Step at a Time and Decatur Active Living will be helping you to “get fit” by holding fitness walks and runs; all a part of the 8 week training program.

The Run/Walk Kick-off will be held on the Old Courthouse Square on Monday, July 26 from 6 – 8 pm. Join us for music by Morgan Rowe and lots of fun as well as get information on signing up to participate in the KP Run/Walk and when and where you can begin your  8 week  “Get Active” program.

The Corporate Run/Walk will be held on Thursday, September 16 at 7 pm. Join us for an evening of fun, fitness and camaraderie. This event is for everyone – walkers, joggers and competitive runners. The 5K will begin across from Turner Field under the Olympic Rings. After the run, the festivities will continue with the World’s Largest Office Party featuring fireworks and music by Rupert’s Orchestra plus awards for the most fit companies, the best T-shirts and the fastest runners. Let’s put Decatur on the map by winning!

Registration is only $25 before August 15 and $30 after that date- so sign up today! You may also choose to purchase  a boxed dinner for $10 to be served at the Team Decatur tent after the race. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Atlanta Braves Foundation and the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

For more information and to register, visit www.KPcorporaterunwalk.com and sign up to be a part of Team Decatur or contact Cheryl Burnette Cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com or 678-553-6541.

Cheryl A. Burnette

Interim Asst. Director Active Living

City of Decatur

678-553-6541

cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com