The Tribune

THE Straw Market Authority will hold its annual ‘Bay Street Mile’ Fun Run/Walk on Saturday morning in aid of the Sir Victor Sassoon Bahamas Heart Foundation.

Now in its fourth year, the event - which starts at 6.30am at Rubis, West Bay Street, and finishes at the downtown Straw Market - aims to assist children suffering from heart disease.

There are six age categories, from under-18 (Flamingo), 19 to 26 (Yellow Elder), 27-38 (Conch Shell), 39 to 49 (Grouper), 50 to 59 (Marlin) and 60 plus (Poinciana). Trophies will be awarded to the top three in each category.

Fundraising by the Straw Market Authority,m Straw Vendors and Wood Carvers Committee this year encompassed an in-house raffle, registration for the event which includes a t-shirt, water and fruit packages and assistance from sponsors. Health screening (blood presure and cholesterol checks) will be available at the end of the race.

Deputy Prime Minister Philip ‘Brave’ Davis and the foundation’s Chairman Roy Barnes will be among those in attendance.

Registration can be done at the Straw Market or at the start on Saturday at 5.30am.