May 8, 2013

Dress for Success 5K Power Walk, May 11

Dress for Success, the non-profit organization promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women, announces The Power Walk for Dress for Success, in 35 plus cities in May, including Pennington, Saturday, May 11.

The 5K walk and fun run promote active, healthy, lifestyle choices for women and families and serves as a testament to the link between personal health and professional success.

The event includes fitness activities, a health fair, music and entertainment by New Jersey 101.5, a kids’ corner with arts, crafts, and games, and a Mother’s day flower sale. The first 100 participants will receive a T-shirt. Healthy snacks and water will be provided but people are encouraged to eat a nutritious breakfast before they arrive.

Participants are encouraged to create a team of friends, walk with family, or participate as a virtual walker online. Children under 12 are admitted free.

Speakers include Dr. Jeff Levine, Director of Women’s Health Programs in the Department of Family Medicine at the UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and George Ruthauser, announcer for the New Jersey Jackals a professional, independent baseball club that plays at Yogi Berra Stadium on the Montclair State University campus.

All funds raised will support the image enhancement and career development programs and services of Dress for Success Mercer County. Major sponsors include Stark & Stark, NRG Energy, Riegel Printing, and Beds & Borders.

The event, which is open to the public, takes place at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Hopewell Campus, 410 Scotch Road, Pennington, Saturday, May 11, with registration from 8 to 10:25 a.m. Walk begins at 9 a.m. followed by yoga stretch and opening ceremony from 9:30 to 10 a.m. A Fun Run begins at 10:30 a.m.

To register yourself or a team, visit: www.dfspower
walk.org. For more information visit: www.Facebook.com/DressForSuccess
Mercer.