M.O.M.’s Run 2016 takes place this Sunday morning, taking off from Dilboy VFW Post, Davis Square.

By Louise Carpenter

M.O.M.’s Run 2016 takes place on Mother’s Day, this Sunday, May 8, with the Kids 0.1 Mile at 9:30 a.m.; Walkers 5K at 9:45 a.m.; and the Runners 5K at 10:00 a.m.

In the past 14 years, M.O.M.’s Run has raised over $130,000 benefiting the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  They owe this success to the thousands of runners, countless volunteers, and generous sponsors who have partaken over the years.

They are gearing up for 2016 to be their biggest year yet. Whether it is to celebrate moms, promote health, to commemorate cancer survivors or to honor those who have been lost, it is hoped that you will join in on Mother’s Day for a 5K, delicious food and a fantastic raffle.

Mary (Pilotte) O’Brien, who was a longtime Somerville resident, lost her brief battle to cancer on November 19, 2002. Mary was involved in many local organizations throughout her life, and dedicated much of her time to helping others. All are invited to join in at this community event to honor the amazing mothers and women, and countless others that have been affected by cancer in each of our lives.

A full 100% of the funds raised by M.O.M.’s Run benefits the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, widely recognized as one of the largest and most successful programs of its kind.

Race Day Details & Schedule:

When: Sunday, May 8

Where: Davis Square, Dilboy VFW Post, 371 Summer Street Somerville, MA

8:00 a.m. – Number pick-up and race day registration opens

9:30 a.m. – Kids Fun Run begins (.1 mile, nine years and under, $5)

9:30 a.m. – Number pick-up and race day registration closes, walker 5K start

10:00 a.m. – Runner & Walker 5K start, post race activities immediately following

12:00 p.m. – Awards ceremony

3:00 p.m. – Post-race party ends

Course: Start and finish at George Dilboy VFW Post 371 Summer Street, Davis Square Somerville. Course runs up Summer Street, left on Willow Ave then right onto Highland Ave. Follow Highland Ave to the the high school school then right onto Vinal Ave down to Summer Street then right onto Summer Street all the way back to the Dilboy Post. There will be one water stop at the half way point.

Prizes: Trophies and massage gift certificates awarded to male and female 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall.

Medals: Male and female 1st and 2nd place finishers for the following age groups:

19 & under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70+

Commemorative tank tops are provided to the first 300 registered runners.

Number pick-up will be available day of and on Saturday, May 7 date and time TBD.

Following the 5K, celebrate the cause with food from Redbones, beverages from Harpoon Brewery, awards ceremony, our famous raffle and more.

Lots of volunteers are needed to make this year the best year yet. If you are interested in volunteering before or after the race, or have family members who are interested, please email the race director.