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June 2019
Sue Bush Run
All ages. This kick-off event to Heritage Day has great tradition with generally over 100 participants. The 5 kilometer course is good for beginners as well as advance runners. Medals awarded for first-third place finishers in each age/gender division. Special prizes will be randomly drawn during the awards ceremony. Entry forms will be available in May. Register by May 23 to receive a t-shirt.
Find out more »Sue Bush Memorial Two Mile Run/Walk
AWARDS: • The top three finishers in each two mile run age and gender division will receive a medal. REGISTRATION: • If you pre-register by Thursday, May 23, you will receive a free race t-shirt. • Two Mile Run entry fee: $13 • Two Mile Walk entry fee: $10 • Event day registration will be accepted from 8:00-8:45am at the Peterson Senior Activity Center in Yanney Park. • Register online at www.KPRregister.org, at the KPR Office (2005 1st Ave.), Phone…
Find out more »Heritage Day
Heritage Day has become a traditional “kick-off to summer” celebration for Kearney residents. The focus of Heritage Day is to build on family unity and community togetherness, recognize park contributors, as well as to provide a formal opportunity to “cut the ribbon” on new features at Yanney Park. Last year, “Heritage Day”, drew an estimated 2,000 people. Some of the activities this year include: Sue Bush Memorial Run/Walk, Storybook Walk, Family Fishing Day, giant inflatables for the kids, Cabela’s Kayak…
Find out more »September 2019
Nebraska Strollathon
Enjoy a scenic Stroll Kids activities, raffle, food, entertainment & more A chance to meet with other Nebraska Rett families
Find out more »Grandparents Day at Yanney Park
All ages welcome. $5 for each participant. Register by Wednesday, September 4 Enjoy a fun filled afternoon at the beautiful Yanney Park! Grandparents and grandkids will have plenty of opportunity to spend some quality time together through a variety of activities! Crafts and activities will be geared towards kids ages 4-12 years old. Max. 150 Participants.
Find out more »Great Strides Greater Nebraska
For more than 30 years, Great Strides – the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event – has supported the Foundation’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Registration is free, but walkers are encouraged to raise funds. Your support will help accelerate innovative research and drug development, as well as advance care and advocacy. Nearly every CF drug was made possible by the Foundation and…
Find out more »October 2019
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
1 mile walk Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease!
Find out more »December 2019
Holly Jolly Jog
Jog at 2:00pm and 5k at 3:30pm Yanney Park Dash like Dasher or prance like Prancer in this one mile kids run around the lake or a 5k! Decorate cookies at Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen after the completion of the race. Awards for the most creative costumes. Proceeds to benefit KHS HOSA Organization and the Society of the Year.
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