NORWICH – The Chenango County Council of the Arts is now accepting registrations for its annual 5K fundraising run, “The Allegro Run for the Arts”. The race begins at the Council of the Arts, 27 West Main St., Norwich at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 7.

Race day registrations will be accepted from 8 until 8:45 a.m. Entry fees for each race are $15 up until race day and $20 the day of the race. Students will pay $10 both pre registration and day of the race. Family groups are encouraged to run as a team, and will also be allowed to walk together if they so choose. Corporate teams are encouraged! Each runner will receive a commemorative T-shirt.

The Allegro Run for the Arts’ major sponsor is NBT Bank. Additional support has been provided by Power Bar, Runners World, and Sidney Federal Credit Union. Media sponsors for the event are The Evening Sun and the Norwich/Sidney Pennysaver.

Participation in the Allegro helps to support the Chenango County Council of the Arts which has been a vital part of the county since 1975. From performances to workshops, gallery openings to grant making, the Arts Council provides services and activities for Chenango County’s artists, organizations, and citizens of all ages.

For Allegro Run for the Arts registration information, sponsorship opportunities or to volunteer to help the day of the race, contact the Chenango County Council of the Arts, 27 West Main Street, Norwich, NY 13815; 336-2787 or by email at info@chenangoarts.org. Registration forms and a map of the course are available for download at the Council’s website at www.chenangoarts.org. Register for the race online at www.raceforum.com/allegro5k.