Friends,

Less than three years ago, I quit my job in corporate communications and went headlong into freelancing. I called it, “my adventure.” Since then, I’ve been especially aware of taking risks and doing things that scare me.

Well, I’m heading into another adventure next month. I’m running my first 5k.

I’m not entirely sure how I got talked into this. I’ve never liked running. In fact, I’ve warned people that if you see me running, you should probably be running, too.

Yet, here I am in the middle of training week five.

I’m using a couch-to-5k app, and if we’re being honest, I still identify way more with the couch aspect than the 5k aspect. I’ve also developed an obsession with running clothes, updating my playlist and keeping my newly chopped hair out of my face without looking like a sweaty Medusa.

The struggle is real, y’all.

The event is Women Run the D on Sept. 15 on Belle Isle. I have no idea if I’ll keep up with running after the race, but I’m enjoying the challenge and proud of my accomplishment already. My goal is to finish in the top 500 in my age bracket. Keep your fingers crossed!

Rebecca

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Ever wonder what stuffies do when you’re not around? The go to the library, of course. Stuffed animal drop-off is Thursday, Aug. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. Create a custom sleeping bag and mask for your animal and read them a bedtime story. Then tuck them in and head home.

Stuffed animal pick-up is on Friday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon. When you come to pick-up, you can watch a slide show of all the fun overnight activities your stuffies did on your night off.

Berkley High School Named a Best High School in 2019 Rankings

Berkley High School was named a Best High School in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2019. BHS ranked #1,807 in the National Rankings and #62 in Michigan. Schools are ranked based on their performance on state-required tests, graduation rates and how well they prepare students for college.

Read more about how US News & World Report ranks the Best High Schools.

Berkley Department of Public Safety Raises Funds for Special Olympics

So far, the Berkley Department of Public Safety has raised more than $1,000 for Special Olympics Michigan. A post on Facebook said, “Thank you to all of the people who have supported us this year and throughout the years. This year, so far, our largest contributor is Thrive Rehabilitation in Clawson, MI, donating $333.”

The run is scheduled for Sept. 13, so the department will continue to fund raise. Click on the link to get more information. Help support the Special Olympics and help make the Berkley Public Safety Department #1 in fundraising.

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