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🚨 1 DAY TO GO! 🚨It’s almost here! The 18th Annual FUCE 5K is tomorrow in downtown Metuchen at 8:30 AM! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️👕 Haven’t...
06/20/2026

🚨 1 DAY TO GO! 🚨

It’s almost here! The 18th Annual FUCE 5K is tomorrow in downtown Metuchen at 8:30 AM! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

👕 Haven’t picked up your race materials yet? Skip the race morning lines and stop by early packet pickup today:
🕦 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Kings Strength, 65 Pearl St, Metuchen

🎉 Whether you’re running, walking, or rolling, tomorrow is the day we come together for an important cause and an incredible community tradition.

📝 Not registered yet? On-site registration will be available tomorrow morning.
👉 Let’s make tomorrow unforgettable. See you there! 💙

Final chance to join the FUCE 5K—don’t miss out! 🗓️ Pre-race registration closes Fri, June 19 at 11:59 PM 🏃‍♂️ You can s...
06/19/2026

Final chance to join the FUCE 5K—don’t miss out!
🗓️ Pre-race registration closes Fri, June 19 at 11:59 PM
🏃‍♂️ You can still register on-site Sunday (race day), but spots are first-come, first-served and shirt sizes are not guaranteed.
📍 Early check-in/pickup at King Strength (65 Pearl St.) tomorrow, Sat 11:30 AM–2 PM.
✅ Register now online to secure your bib, shirt, and guaranteed swag!
https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Metuchen/FUCE5KFamilyRun

🏃‍♂️ 3 DAYS TO GO!The countdown is on!In just a few days, our community will come together for the 17th Annual FUCE 5K.H...
06/18/2026

🏃‍♂️ 3 DAYS TO GO!The countdown is on!

In just a few days, our community will come together for the 17th Annual FUCE 5K.
Haven't registered yet? There's still time to join us for a fun morning of community, fitness, and tradition.

👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Metuchen/FUCE5KFamilyRun

Run, walk, or roll — we'll see you on Sunday!

🏃‍♂️ FUCE 5K RACE DAY DETAILS 🏃‍♀️The wait is almost over! Join us this Sunday, June 21st for the 18th Annual FUCE 5K. R...
06/17/2026

🏃‍♂️ FUCE 5K RACE DAY DETAILS 🏃‍♀️

The wait is almost over! Join us this Sunday, June 21st for the 18th Annual FUCE 5K. Rain or shine, we'll see you at the starting line! ☀️☁️

⏰ Schedule
🏁 Timed 5K Run: 8:30 AM
🚶 Fun Run / Walk / Roll: Begins once runners have cleared the starting line

📍 Check-In
🕖 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Center Street Parking Lot
(across from the Metuchen Senior Center, 15 Center Street, Metuchen)

👕 Family Supporters
If you haven't received your Family Supporter package before race day, please arrive by 8:00 AM and find a volunteer in an ITAB shirt for assistance.

⚠️ Safety Reminder
Children participating on bikes or skates should not be registered for the timed event. For everyone's safety, please wait until the runners have cleared the starting line before entering the course.

🏡 Our certified course begins and ends in downtown Metuchen and travels through local neighborhoods before returning to the finish line.

We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow! 💙

🏅 Gold Sponsor Spotlight!We’re sending a heartfelt THANK YOU to our Gold Level Sponsors for their incredible support of ...
06/16/2026

🏅 Gold Sponsor Spotlight!
We’re sending a heartfelt THANK YOU to our Gold Level Sponsors for their incredible support of the 18th Annual FUCE 5K! Your commitment to our mission helps us uplift local families and build a stronger Metuchen. 💛

We’re so grateful to have you on our team!

🏁 Skip the line on race day! 🗓️ Early Check-In: Sat, June 20 🕚 11:30 AM – 2 PM 📍King Strength, 65 Pearl St, Metuchen 🎽 ...
06/16/2026

🏁 Skip the line on race day!

🗓️ Early Check-In: Sat, June 20
🕚 11:30 AM – 2 PM
📍King Strength, 65 Pearl St, Metuchen
🎽 Pick up your bib & shirt
👕 Sponsor & Family Supporter bags will be delivered.

🏆 Platinum Shoutout!A huge THANK YOU to our Platinum Level Supporters for going above and beyond to make the 18th Annual...
06/16/2026

🏆 Platinum Shoutout!
A huge THANK YOU to our Platinum Level Supporters for going above and beyond to make the 18th Annual FUCE 5K a success! Your incredible generosity helps us support families in need and strengthens the Metuchen community. 💛
We couldn’t do it without you!

🙌 Shoutout to Our Amazing Supporters!We’re incredibly grateful to the businesses and families who helped make the 18th A...
06/10/2026

🙌 Shoutout to Our Amazing Supporters!

We’re incredibly grateful to the businesses and families who helped make the 18th Annual FUCE 5K possible. Your generosity supports local families and keeps our community strong. 💛

🙋‍♀️ Calling All Volunteers! 🙋‍♂️The 18th Annual FUCE 5K is just around the corner on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and we need...
06/06/2026

🙋‍♀️ Calling All Volunteers! 🙋‍♂️

The 18th Annual FUCE 5K is just around the corner on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and we need your help to make race day a success! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

From setup and registration to course support and cheering on participants, our volunteers are what make this event possible. 💙

Whether you're a student looking for service hours, a community member who wants to give back, or a friend of the FUCE 5K, we'd love to have you join our team!

👯 Volunteering with a friend? You can request to be paired together on the sign-up form.

➡️ Sign up here: https://forms.gle/bxNoaJRFuSsx6jWi8

Thank you for helping us continue this amazing community tradition!

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