The Great Candy Run (formerly known as the Race for Fetal Hope), a fun race geared toward the whole family, is planned for another year in Atlantic Beach on September 27th. An event full of energy and growth anticipated at more than 1,000 participants and spectators, this year’s event welcomes new Race Director Skye Johnson, with the assistance of Connie Smith.
Skye is a fitness enthusiast who resides in Neptune Beach, Florida — a business owner, mom of three boys, and founder of an all-women’s triathlon training team. “I am excited to be part of the Fetal Health Foundation and hope that the Great Candy Run will continue to increase awareness of fetal syndromes in the Jacksonville and Atlantic Beach community,” said Skye. Connie Smith uses her marketing and social-networking skills to target businesses with a Desk to 5K/10K program.
Filled with nostalgia, The Great Candy Run will pay homage to family fun, complete with a finish line like no other — a candy buffet hosted by Sweet Pete’s — and an expo with refreshments, games, and more. The event includes a traditional 5K, a competitive Stroller Division, and the Gumdrop Kids Fun Run. Proceeds benefit the Fetal Health Foundation.