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Gordy's First Race to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield

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5K · 10K

Jan 1, 2027 · Westfield, Massachusetts, US

On our calendar since Nov 2024

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The Boys & Girls Club, along with the volunteer organizers of the Westfield Half & 5k, host Gordy's First Race, a 5k and 10k race on New Years Day each year, in memory of long time runner and Boys & Girls Club supporter, Gordon Bates.

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