Posted by The Berkeley Times on 4/9/08

BERKELEY — The Berkeley Township Police D.A.R.E. program, Berkeley Municipal Alliance and Mayor Varano, in conjunction with the Ocean Running Club, are hosting their Third Annual 5K and One Mile Run/ Walk. This event will take place at Veteran's Park in Bayville on May 10. The One Mile Run/Walk will start at 9 a.m., with the 5K following at 9:30 a.m.

The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program and Municipal Alliance are both committed to teaching the children of the community the dangers of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. They also stress the importance of making good decisions, staying confident and establishing positive friendships.

All proceeds from the D.A.R.E. Classic will directly benefit the Berkeley Police D.A.R.E. program, Berkeley Municipal Alliance, Berkeley Recreation and, ultimately, the children of the community.

A great day is, once again, planned for everyone to enjoy. There will be T-shirts, food, music and many children's activities are planned. An awards ceremony will be held with trophies and medals given out to top finishers in many age groups.

New this year, a 5K course has been USATF certified, One Mile Run/Walk course has changed, more medals awarded in the One Mile Run/Walk.

For more detailed information about the D.A.R.E. Classic and to print an application, please visit their new and improved Web site, www.berkeleydare.com, or call or stop by the Berkeley Recreation Center, 732-269-4456.