Time to run

Money C Monkey Run

Saturday, Sept. 13

Benefits Camp Smile-A-Mile

Monkeys will be on the run on Saturday, Sept. 13. That morning Camp Smile-A-Mile is holding the Monkey C Monkey Run 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run at Homewood Central Park to benefit its programs for children with cancer.

Camp Smile-A-Mile’s mission is to provide year-round challenging, unforgettable recreational and educational experiences for young cancer patients, their families and young adult survivors from Alabama at no cost.

Registration is $30 for the 5K and $20 for the Fun Run after Aug. 31.

Packet pickup and late registration will be at Trak Shak in Homewood Sept. 11 and 12, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

The 5K will start at 8 a.m., and day-of registration will be open at the park from 6:30-7:45 a.m. The Fun Run starts at 9 a.m., and awards will be given at 10 a.m.

Participants are encouraged to join in awards, entertainment and refreshments at Homewood Central Park following the race.

To register online, visit campsam.org or runsignup.com.

Magic City Mile

Sunday, Oct. 5

Benefits The Bell Center

Run through our favorite part of the Magic City — downtown Homewood — in the Fourth Annual Magic City Mile on Sunday, Oct. 5. The event is from 2-4 p.m., and registration starts at 1:30 p.m. 

All proceeds from the run go to The Bell Center, which is located in downtown Homewood. The center offers early intervention services to children from birth to three years old who are at risk for delay, and it also provides support to parents.

The post-race party, The Bell Center Festival, will feature live music by Festival Expressions, a climbing wall for kids by Idlewild, face painting and pumpkin decorating.

Registration is $10 per person, with a $30 family maximum. To register, contact The Bell Center at 879-3417 or visit imathlete.com/events/mcm2014.