The Ronald McDonald House of Providence Running Club

We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities! Become a member to receive top-notch coaching, a great social atmosphere, and a gang to cheer you on—all while supporting the Ronald McDonald House, which provides care for families when their child has a medical crisis.

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INDOOR PRACTICES
Indoor Workouts at the Athletic Center (OMAC next to the pool on Hope Street) begin Nov. 2nd doors open at 5:30am for warmup, 6:00am start!

Saturday, October 31, 2026 8:00 AM
Group run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

Monday, November 2 (5:30 AM): INDOOR PRACTICE BEGINS
at the Brown Olney-Margolies Athletic Center (OMAC).
4x200, jog after each. 2-3 sets

WEDNESDAY, November 4, 2026
600-400-200 x 2-4 sets

Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:00 AM
Group run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

Monday, November 9
at the Brown Olney-Margolies Athletic Center (OMAC).
5x300/ 4x300/ 2x300

Tempo Tuesday November 10, 2026: 6:00 AM
(2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month)
Meet and ready to run at 6am in front of the Brown Stadium on Elmgrove Ave.

WEDNESDAY, November 11, 2026
2x800 3 sets

Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 AM
Group run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

Monday, November 16
at the Brown Olney-Margolies Athletic Center (OMAC).
4x400/ 3x400/ 2x400

WEDNESDAY, November 18, 2026
1000 x 5

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