Early registration nearing for F.I.S.H. race, concert
The deadline to sign up early for F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva’s 2024 JOG N JAM is approaching.
Runner registration and concert ticket sales for this year’s annual race and music concert opened in June. Scheduled for Dec. 7 on the islands, JOG N JAM will raise funds to support F.I.S.H.’s programs and services and will celebrate and recognize the city of Sanibel’s 50th anniversary set for this year.
In addition, this year’s JOG N JAM is being held in cooperation with the Lee County Tourist Development Council, which awarded grant funds to help support marketing for the event.
“JOG N JAM is quickly becoming a favorite island event,” Executive Director Maria Espinoza said. “Our event brings the community together for a weekend of fun, fitness and festivity, all while supporting the vital programs that help so many of our neighbors.”
JOG N JAM will begin with 10K and 5K races at The Community House on Sanibel, followed by a Kids Fun Run at the Sanibel Community Park. Later that afternoon, a concert featuring the band Funk You will be held at the ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa on Captiva, plus fireworks on the beach.
The 10K will begin at 7 a.m. and the 5K will start at 7:15 a.m. Both races will be timed by Lin-Mark Sports using the Chronotrack Timing System. Lastly, the Kids Fun Run will take place at 9 a.m.
Each runner will receive a finisher’s medallion and T-shirt. Other awards include top female and male overall, first place female and male, and age groups. Only in-person participants will get awards.
Fees for runner registration are tiered, starting at $45 through Sept. 30. The fees will increase through December. Open to ages 10 and under, the Kids Fun Run is free, but participants must still sign up.
A virtual option for the 10K and 5K are also available. The cost is $50 through Dec. 7.
For the concert, shuttle transportation is included in the ticket price and will begin at 5:30 p.m. Food, drinks and alcohol will be available for purchase; no outside alcohol and food will be permitted.
The ticket cost is tiered, starting at $75 through Sept. 30. It will increase through December.
“We encourage everyone to sign up, join the fun and be our guests for a great cause,” Espinoza said.
In addition to JOG N JAM on Dec. 7, the following will take place:
– Dec. 6: Join F.I.S.H. at the Sanibel Luminary, where it will have a special presence to engage with the community and collect holiday items for its Adopt-a-Family and Adopt-a-Senior programs.
– Dec. 8: Wrap up the weekend at the Sanibel Island Farmers Market, where F.I.S.H. will have a table to meet with community members, share information and continue celebrating the spirit of the islands.
The islands’ only human services organization, F.I.S.H.’s mission is to enrich the lives of all people on Sanibel and Captiva by “neighbors helping neighbors” with social services, education and assistance.
All proceeds from JOG N JAM will benefit its core pillars — Food Programs, Island-Based Education, Social and Senior Services, and Helping Hands — as well as ongoing Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
“This exciting weekend is not only a chance to join in the fun, celebrate the beautiful islands of Sanibel and Captiva, and enjoy some great music, it’s also an opportunity to support a good cause,” Espinoza said.
To register or to purchase tickets or merchandise, visit https://www.fishofsancap.org/jog-n-jam/.
For information about sponsorships, visit online or email events@fishofsancap.org.
New this year, on- and off-island hotel partnerships are available for those wishing to spend the weekend. For more information, visit online at https://www.fishofsancap.org/jog-n-jam/.
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