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Parking: 
Olin College Lower Athletic Lots – Lot D 1000 Olin Way (off Great Plain Avenue/Rte. 135) Needham, MA
There is a grassy path from the Olin College Athletic Lots to East Militia Heights Road. This is approximately a 15 minute walk. The path is clearly marked.

Newman School: 1155 Central Avenue, Needham, MA
Newman School entrance to the Charles River Center is approximately a ½ walk along Central Ave. Walk 
north on Central Avenue .5 miles. Turn left onto Dwight Road .2 miles. 59 E. Militia Heights Drive, The 
Paul Merritt Building, will be on your right.

ONLY Handicap-Accessible Parking will be available at the top of the hill at The Charles River Center.

*No parking available on Dwight Road, Central Ave. or East Militia Heights Road. Therefore please plan accordingly!*

Shuttle vans will be available to bring you to The Charles River Center from the parking locations from 
9:00 am – 10:20 am. Vans will be clearly marked. Shuttle vans will be available after the race from 12:15 pm - 2:00 pm and will leave from the Paul Merritt 
Center.
Additional Race information:

• There is 1 water stop on the course located at approximately 1.25 miles. 
•  Ipods: please run with the volume at a reasonable level so you can hear instructions, volunteers, police and traffic.
• The race will be chip timed.
• Dogs should be left at home or with a spectator, as they will not be allowed to run with you on the course. 
• Running strollers are welcome.
• There are police along the course, as well as a first aid station located at the finish line, if you should need any assistance.

After-Race/Walk Activities:
We hope you that you’ll join us for drinks and food all generously donated by our sponsors, including 
Sam Adams beer, Crescent Ridge, lots of pizza and more!

Thank you for supporting the Charles River Center and its programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities!

In case of inclement weather, please check your email on race morning for any changes.