Hershey's track, field games held in Cary

The Cary Park District and the Hershey Company will present Hershey's National Track and Field Games. This meet, open to boys and girls ages 9 to 14, will be from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 3, at the Cary-Grove High School track.

Events will include the 50-meter dash, 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, 400-meter dash, 800-meter run, 1600-meter run, 4-by-100-meter relay, standing long jump and softball throw. Winners of the meet may be eligible to advance to the state meet or even the national finals in Hershey, Pa.

The Hershey's Track & Field Games has involved millions of youngsters from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the 10 provinces and territories of Canada.

It is solely sponsored by The Hershey Company and partnered with the National Recreation and Park Association, Athletics Canada and National Association for Sport and Physical Education.

Hershey's Track & Field Games is designed to encourage physical fitness among youth and emphasize participation and sportsmanship.

Registration for the Hershey's Track & Field Games is free. Registration deadline is Thursday, May 31. To register, complete a registration form available at www.carypark.com. For more information on the Hershey's Track & Field Games, visit www.carypark.com or call (847) 639-6100.