Above / Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy hosts Naperville’s only evening G.L.O.W 5K at Fifth Avenue Station. (PN File Photo)
Update, June 8, 2021 / The Nicarico Family is hopeful that this popular run will return on Sat., Sept. 25, 2021. When details regarding registration are set, they will be available here. Thanks for your interest.
Original Post / May 20, 2017 / The G.L.O.W. 5K, a run/walk to support the community’s commitment to literacy, fitness and family, returns to brighten Fifth Avenue Station and the event’s route on the evening of Sat., June 3.
Early registration is strongly encouraged for this popular event with a history of selling out in advance. Register at www.nicaricoliteracyfund.org or www.naperglow5k.com. At the end of the race, participants are invited to stay for the post-5K party including awards, refreshments and live music, organizers said.
“The 16th Annual Jeanine Nicarico 5K G.L.O.W. Run (Give Literacy an Opportunity to Win) is fast approaching,” emailed Pat Nicarico. ” Tom and I with our daughters, Chris and Kathy, and the Run committee thank you… As you know, we had 2,000 participants last year and are anticipating similar numbers again this year. Due to safety constraints, we are limited to 2,000 runners/walkers.”
Pat Nicarico added that many additional supporters join the festivities for the music, refreshments and fun time held in the spacious parking lot at Fifth Avenue Station.
“We are very pleased that Mayor Pradel will once again be joining us at the starting line to cheer on the runners and walkers,” she added.
Support Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy
All proceeds go directly to the Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy to acquire and distribute resources that provide enriched literacy opportunities for the learners within the Naperville Community. Since 1996, the fund has awarded over $400,000 in grants to private and public schools in Naperville Districts 203 and 204, which includes portions of Bolingbrook, Lisle and Aurora. In addition, grants support Little Friends, Turning Pointe Autism Foundation and Project H.E.L.P. in the Naperville community. Additionally, the fund provides annual support to the Jeanine Nicarico DuPage County Children Advocacy Center in Wheaton.
Chip Timed, 5K course route
Stepping off at 8:15PM Sat., June 3, along the chip-timed 5K course route, participants will experience a scenic run through one of Naperville’s established neighborhoods. The glow-theme race begins at Fifth Avenue Station, winds down Plank Road, with a flat stretch, ending up back at the Fifth Avenue Station building for a celebration tent with food, refreshments, live music and awards from local businesses. Water and encouragement will be provided along the course.
Registration is now open
Registration is available online at www.naperglow5k.com or www.nicaricoliteracyfund.org. The pre-registered general entry fee is $35 per person for adults and children 12 and under $30. Registration entry fee May 15 and after is $40 per person for adults and children 12 and under $35. All pre-registered participants will receive an official G.L.O.W 5K Run technical running t-shirt, runner/walker number, one food ticket and one adult beverage ticket, and a virtual goodie bag with coupons from our sponsors.
Race Packet Pick-up June 1 and June 2
Advance Race Packet Pick-Up (t-shirt, bib number/timer) is available from noon to 8PM on Thurs., June 1 and 10AM to 6PM on Fri., June 2, at the Naperville Running Company, 34 W. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Naperville. No registration or packet pick-up will be offered on race day.
Awards!
Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female runner, to the Best “GLOW” costume and Best “GLOWING” Team along with cross town rivalry winner for the local schools at all levels. Results will be posted on the fund’s website www.nicaricoliteracyfund.org. Awards will be available for pick at the Naperville Running Company on Mon., June 5, 2017.
Post 5K Party
Following the race there will be a food and beverages provided by local sponsors, Belgio’s Catering, Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House and Jet’s Pizza. Live musical entertainment provided by Tres Mustache will play at 6:30PM. Last call 9:30PM and tent closing at 10:30PM. Photo ID required for people drinking beer or wine, must be 21 years of age with a valid ID.
More information and complete event details, visit www.naperglow5k.com or www.nicaricoliteracyfund.org.
