Main Street festival and business expo to raise funds for Pass It Along

Sparta - The annual Main Street festival at the Sparta Athletic Club will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 22. The event, to help raise funds for Pass It Along, will include a business expo, 5K run, silent auction, food, music, door prizes, activities for children and adults, petting zoo and pony rides, bounce houses, and complimentary massages. The community event will attract over 500 runners and walkers from N.J., N.Y. and Pa., and as many spectators and families. Andy Ball, race director and club manager, said he expects a larger attendance than ever, thanks in part to the unique festivities and large expo planned this year. For information on sponsorship, expo opportunity and volunteering, call 973-726-6218 or send e-mail to Faye@MainStreetEvents.org. Cheerleaders, musicians, Boy and Girl Scouts, town criers, food servers, race course and parking referees are welcome. All runners will receive a goodie bag. Runners should bring a change of clothes and are invited to stay for the festivities. Course map, race, sponsor and volunteer applications, as well as other details can be found at the “5K” button online at MainStreetEvents.org.