Join in on some healthy fun at this patriotic event in downtown Palatine. Participate in the first Uncle Sam 5K Run/Walk & Little Patriots’ Dash on Sunday, July 2.

Proceeds from this event will be donated to charity partner Fathers Helping Fathers, a national 501 (c)(3) organization that promotes a strong relationship between fathers and their children.

This Independence Day-themed event starts and ends at Tap House Grill, 56 Wilson St., in downtown Palatine.

The ½ mile kid’s dash for little patriots ages 3-12 kicks off at 8:10 a.m. and the 5K run/walk for individuals ages 13 to adult begins at 8:30 a.m.

Participants of the 5K will receive an Uncle Sam 5K dri-fit shirt and children will receive a cotton youth shirt and a race bib.

Following the race, Tap House Grill will be host spectators and participants for an after-party, where adults 21 years of age and older will receive two complimentary beers (soft drinks) and a half sandwich or wrap.

Awards will be given out for the top three females and top three male finishers, in addition to the top three finishers in each age group.

The Uncle Sam 5K is an officially timed event. Parents with children in strollers are allowed to participate, but must start in the back of the pack. Dogs and other animals are not allowed.

Preregistration is strongly recommended, and packet pickup will be available at Road Runners Sports Kildeer, 20291 N. Rand Road, No. 105, Kildeer, from 3-7 p.m. Friday, June 30, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 1.

Packet pickup and race day registration will be available from 7 to 8:15 a.m., but wait times may be longer than expected. Free parking is available in the Gateway Parking Garage, Smith and Colfax streets, and is just steps away from Tap House Grill.

Register at http:// unclesam5k.com/sign-up /. For questions, email events@adrenalinesportsmanagement.com or visit www.unclesam5k.com.

A portion of the proceeds from this event will go directly to benefit Fathers Helping Fathers, a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping fathers’ rights in the areas of parenting and raising awareness about the positive influence committed fathers have on the development of their children.

To learn more about Fathers Helping Fathers, visit http:// fathershelping fathers.com.