Milltown Java is pleased to host our annual Milltown Java Jog 5K. This year we would like to highlight our Princeton Public Library. After years of sharing space, our library just celebrated their one year anniversary of moving into their own space in the Princeton community building. Since the move in September 2023, they have had 2,000 patron visits, which is exponentially more than previous years. Outside of book circulation and promoting literacy, the librarians have a vision to make this small town library a place for their community to come for information, resources, events, and much more – truly “where we go to grow“ and through tireless work, have made great strides in that direction since the move. Princeton Public Library is a private town library, funded by the town of Princeton and donations from many faithful supporters. Princeton Area Library Supporters (PALS) have been the main champions for the library through their efforts in fundraising and raising awareness. PALS has faithfully carried the torch to keep the library operating for many, many years. Thanks to the many generous book donations this year, the library will be adding many books to their circulation shelves. With more books to rotate, continued library loans through the NC Cardinal System, and the increased patronage of Princeton Public Library, there is a need for a proper outdoor library book return drop off box. This year‘s race proceeds will go towards the purchase and installation of this drop off box with remaining funds used for much-needed supplies and maintenance.

We appreciate your sharing the race with your running groups and encourage you to create your own team. Businesses may advertise on race day by being one of our sponsors. Sponsors are listed on race t-shirts and banners, and may distribute business information or coupons in race bags or set up a business table on race day. Sponsorships cover race expenses, allowing us to maximize our contribution. Please contact Milltown Java to be a sponsor. We will again be serving a complimentary breakfast after the race to all participants. We hope to see you on race day!

Course Info:

The course runs from downtown to the residential and rural parts of Princeton. The terrain is mainly flat paved roads with some natural trail. USATF #NC18018BW

Awards/Categories:

Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each category:  15 and under, 16 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, and 70+.

There will also be an overall male and female winner announced and top team finisher.

Cost:

Registration fee is $35

A free breakfast will be provided for participants.

Participants registered by December 30 will receive a t-shirt on race day. We will not provide t-shirts for registrations received after December 30.

Note: There will be no refunds or exchanges.

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