A run and walk dedicated to the life and legacy of the-late Pascal Weisberger is set for this Saturday, May 10 on the Old Highway in Islamorada.
Weisberger was only a teen when he passed away on May 7, 2020. He’s remembered by his family and friends as kind, intelligent and one who loved the community. Pascal was a fighter for the environment and spent thousands of hours conducting community service throughout his middle school years. He also ran many races during his young life.
Since its inception, Pascal’s Way 5k has raised thousands of dollars for charities, programs and scholarships at schools the boy attended and thrived in during his life. This year, the event will support Pascal’s Way Scholarship for community-oriented seniors graduating from Coral Shores High School. Additional funds will support science programs at Treasure Village Montessori and Ocean Studies Charter School.
“Pascal’s Way is about being a good human, and Pascal’s example in his short 14 years has moved the entire community in the Florida Keys to set aside a day of good will and community service, the annual Pascal Weisberger Day of Service on Feb. 2 each year,” said Ariel Poholek, Pascal’s father. “We hope that spirit shines and enriches the experience for everyone who participates in this annual 5k run/walk, an activity that played a significant role in Pascal’s life and development.”
Runners and walkers participating in the 5k will set out on a course from the entrance of Treasure Village Montessori on the Old Highway to the Forest Tek Lumber entrance and back to TVM. The race begins on Saturday, May 10 at 8 a.m.
In lieu of a registration fee, participants, as well as people who aren’t running or walking, are asked to donate $30 to $40 by visiting runsignup.com/Race/FL/Islamorada/PascalsWay5K. Participants will receive a Pascal’s Way race T-shirt, magnet, wristband and post-race refreshments.
For those who can’t attend the race in person, a virtual 5k in Pascal’s honor goes through May 31.
