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South Orange Rescue Squad “Sound The Siren” 5k Run / Walk & EMS Open House
Run or walk the 5k (or a shorter 1.3 mile route), and then at the finish line, kids and adults alike can tour the ambulances & equipment and learn about EMS in South Orange
* Free food & drinks: Gourmet waffles from Waffle De Lys, donuts and coffee from Dunkin, and bagels & more from Sonny’s Bagels
* Free Face Painting and activities for kids
SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026
8:30 AM: 5K Run / Walk
9:30 AM: Kids Fun Run (free!)
EMS Community Open House (free!)
All proceeds go to providing free Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to the residents of South Orange, Maplewood and the surrounding communities. The South Orange Rescue Squad is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization staffed by volunteers and funded solely by contributions from the community.
Event website: http://tinyurl.com/SORS5K
