2008 Community Events
PITTSFORD TRIATHLON
Sunday, June 1
7AM
Thornell Farm Park
480 Pittsford-Mendon Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
The Town of Pittsford and Brian Moorman's PUNT Foundation are teaming up to sponsor the 5th annual Pittsford Triathlon. The PUNT Foundation supports children in Western New York with life-threatening illnesses. Brian Moorman, his wife Amber and Buffalo Bills teammate Rian Lindell will compete individually in this year's triathlon.
The Pittsford Tri, set for Sunday, June 1 at Thornell Farm Park, has become a northeast regional sporting attraction with 275 athletes participating in last years race. The event consists of a 300-yard swim, a 15-mile ride and a 5K run. A complimentary meal and gift bag will be provided to all racers. Awards will be presented to the top 3 overall finishers (male and female) and the top 3 men and women in each age category. Individual entry fee is $45; team fee is $90.
Registrations will be accepted through the morning of the race. Registration opens on Monday, 3/17, online or in person at the Spiegel Community Center, 35 Lincoln Avenue. An alternate online registration site is at www.active.com. Participants must pick up their Information Packet at the community center on Saturday, 5/31, 9AM - 3PM.
Event parking is available at Pittsford Mendon High School, 472 Pittsford-Mendon Road. Please use the west parking lot adjacent to the football field.
For further information: Town of Pittsford Recreation Department
(585) 248-6280
• 2008 Triathlon Photos
• Overall Results
• Results by Age Group
• Program Flyer
• Registration form
• Course map
• Rules of Conduct
PUNT Foundation Walk-A-Thon
Sunday, June 1
10AM
Thornell Farm Park
480 Pittsford-Mendon Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
Join the action at the Pittsford Triathlon in a non-competitive walk-a-thon to support the Brian Moorman PUNT Foundation. Held in conjunction with the Pittsford Triathlon, the walk-a-thon will take place on Sunday, 6/1, 10AM at Thornell Farm Park. The PUNT Foundation was founded in 2004 by Buffalo Bills punter Brian Moorman and his wife, Amber to make a difference in the lives of children in Western New York who face serious health challenges. Come cheer on Brian and teammate Rian Lindell who will be participating in the Pittsford Triathlon.
Support the PUNT Foundation by participating in the 1.3 mile walk (2 laps around the Thornell Farm Park path). We invite you to download a pledge form or pick one up at the Spiegel Community Center, Town Hall or Library. All pledges will be collected the morning of the event.
Event parking is available at Pittsford Mendon High School, 472 Pittsford-Mendon Road. Please use the west parking lot adjacent to the football field.
For further information: Town of Pittsford Recreation Department
(585) 248-6280
• PUNT Foundation
• Pledge form
POSITIVELY PITTSFORD
PITTSFORD CELEBRATES
12NOON to 9PM
The Town of Pittsford's annual end-of-summer festival, "Pittsford Celebrates," will be held Saturday, 9/13, 12N – 9PM in the State Street municipal parking lots adjacent to the Erie Canal. Music, food, and family amusements available throughout the day. On stage at 6PM, Rochester’s own Nik & the Nice Guys will perform party tunes and dance hits leading up to a brilliant fireworks display at 9PM.
Main Stage Music
- Carol & the Impalas…12N – 1:30PM
- Red Line Zydeco…2 – 3PM
- Pittsford Musicals…3 – 3:30PM
- JB & Company…3:30 – 5PM
- Nik & the Nice Guys…6 – 9PM
- American Amusements (ride and play for FREE)…12N – 9PM
- Wegmans cooking demonstration and samplings (on the hour)…12N – 9PM
- Rock Venture climbing wall…12N – 9PM
- Seneca Park Zoomobile…12N – 3PM
- Gadget the Clown…3 – 8PM
- Games and art projects (sponsored by Pittsford area not-for-profits)…12N – 8PM
- Sweet and Sassy Salon (FREE hairstyling)…12N – 8PM
Note: The Pittsford Food Cupboard will have a drop-off location for your kind donation of paper products, personal hygiene items, and canned goods. Look for the Food Cupboard booth at the festival site. Your support is greatly appreciated!
A Town of Pittsford community event with support from Wegmans, Canandaigua National Bank, and ESL Federal Credit Union.
FAMILY HALLOWEEN FEST
Sunday, October 26
2 - 5 PM
The town's annual Family Halloween Fest returns to St. John Fisher College on Sunday, 10/26, 2 to 5PM. Don't miss this safe and fun, trick-or-treat alternative.
Games • Treats • Crafts • Costume Parade • Hay Bale Maze • Magic
• Balloons • Airplay Comedy Juggling • Music • Refreshments
Convenient parking on campus with complimentary shuttle service to the event venue.
FREE admission.
Note: A canned food donation for the Pittsford Food Cupboard will be appreciated.
One item per family member is suggested. Thank you!
For further information: Town of Pittsford Recreation Department
(585) 248-6280