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Footnotes
The Official E-newsletter of the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon
October 6, 2009
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A Message From the Director
Congratulations on registering for the 2009 Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon on Thanksgiving Day! With less than eight weeks to go before the big event, the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon organizing committee and the Atlanta Track Club have been busy preparing for this year’s event. New this year, we have added pace teams for the half marathon to help runners achieve their goal finish times. We are also excited about the addition of the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon Charity Partner Program for the 2009 event. Continue to train well, and see you on Thanksgiving morning!
Tracey Russell
Race Director
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Atlanta Half Marathon Pace Teams
New for the 2009 event, pace teams have been added for the Atlanta Half Marathon. Pacers provide a great opportunity for runners to achieve their goal finish time, and pacer finish times will range from one hour and thirty minutes to two and a half hours. This Saturday, October 10, join the Atlanta Marathon Pace Team at Whole Foods in Buckhead for a pace run sponsored by WestStride. Runners will have a choice of doing an eight or ten mile route. Click here for more information.
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Kilometer Kids One Mile Fun Run
 Don’t forget the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon has something for all ages including the Kilometer Kids Fun Run. Kids ages 7-12 can take part in the Kilometer Kids Fun Run at 11:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The fun run course ends at the same finish line as the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon, and all fun run participants receive a long-sleeve cotton T-shirt and finisher’s medal. Click here to register online for the Kilometer Kids Fun Run.
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Volunteers Needed for the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon
Did you know over 1,400 volunteers are needed to help make the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon a success? If you or someone you know is interested in helping out with the big event, click here to check out the available pre-race and race day volunteer opportunities. All Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon volunteers will receive an Atlanta Track Club windbreaker for their efforts.
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November 1 Price Increase
Just a reminder, the November price increase is just around the corner, so if you have friends or family that are interested in participating in the Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon, they can save money when they register online by Saturday, October 31. Through October 31, the entry fee for the marathon is $70 and the half marathon is $55. The entry fee for both races will go up $10 beginning November 1.
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What’s Your Story?
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| Everyone has a story to share, and we’re interested to know what’s inspired you to run the 2009 Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon. Share your story. |
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