The Middletown Area Historical Society invites runners and walkers of all ages to lace up their sneakers for the Frosty 5, 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Dec. 7. The event will kick off at 9:30 a.m. at Hoffer Park, 325 Mill St., Middletown, and participants will traverse the east side of historic Middletown Borough before ending back at the park.

This annual event supports the historical society's mission to collect, preserve, and teach the history of Middletown and its surrounding areas. Proceeds directly fund the organization's educational initiatives and preservation projects.

The race will be timed by Falcon Race Timing. Pets may not participate. Post-race snacks will be available for all participants, along with hot soup from Alfred's Victorian Restaurant.

Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three male finishers, female finishers, and finishers under age 15. Additionally, medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age category; the age categories are 8 and under, 9 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 and up.

There is a fee, and those who pay an additional amount will receive a custom soft six-pack cooler and a custom can koozie. To register, visit http://www.middletownareahistoricalsociety.org.

For additional information, contact Mike Dalton, race coordinator, at mahs17057@gmail.com.