Registration will be available soon.

Nolan Sullivan is a Senior Analyst with the Yolo County Department of Employment and Social Services. Nolan has lived in Vacaville since the age of 5 and has attended and benefited from the Vacaville public school system. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Administration in Public Recreation with a minor in Human Resources at California State University Chico and his Master’s in Public Administration from University of San Francisco. He recently received his Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR) and is also a Notary Public. Nolan bought his first home on the south side of Vacaville in 2009 and lives there with his Fiancé, Japhia Bera, his 2 year old son, Brydon Sullivan and 3 Dachshunds, Mink, Bink and Weenie. Nolan is currently involved in the Vacaville Leadership program and could not think of a better community to be a part of. Nolan has always been very grateful for the educational experience he received in the Vacaville public school system and wants to ensure his son and future generations benefit from this tremendous community resource. Vacaville is great!

We hope everyone enjoyed the Ball! Plans are already in the works for 2012!

SAVE THE DATE, October 27, 2012!

Time: 7:00pm to Midnight

Location: TBD

This is the 2nd year VPEF and Vitus have partnered together for this event. Vitus is excited to have its event at the Buck Mansion again and to share the historic location with fellow wine lovers. The Hearn & Gilpin families have been a supporter of VPEF for many years and hope that this year’s event raises even more money. “This is a great way to support education in our community and to enjoy fine wine in a lovely setting with friends and neighbors,” added Catherine Podkin, VPEF President.

Vitus plans to pour their 2008 Reserve Merlot, 2008 Napa Valley Merlot, 2008 Special Select Cabernet, 2008 Oakville Cabernet and newly released Chardonnay at the event, which will also include a selection of appetizers. Entertainment will be provided by a local guitarist, as well as student musicians from Vacaville Unified School District.

The event is free for Vitus Wine Club members, and $125 per person for non-members. To help support VPEF, purchase tickets online at www.vitusnapavalley.com or email jamie@vitusnapavalley.com .

VPEF is a non-profit organization that raises funds and supports programs that enrich and improve the quality of the educational environment in the Vacaville Unified School District. For more information about VPEF, go to the Web site at www.vpef.org.

Join Us

Please join us for our 8th annual event at beautiful hills and lake at Lagoon Valley Regional Park. Whether you are competing seriously or walking leisurely, Loop the Lagoon is a great way to get involved in a healthy activity for a worthy cause.

When:

Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 8:30 AM

Where:

Lagoon Valley Regional Park

4681 Pena Adobe Road

Vacaville CA 95696

How To Register:

- Online through, April 27 at 11:59PM*

Register for the 8th Annual Loop the Lagoon on-line *

- Via Mail – Postmarked by Monday, April 26th.

Printable Loop the Lagoon 2011 registration form (pdf)

- In Person

Drop off registration at Fleet Feet Sports, 354 Merchant St., Vacaville; through April 29th at 6:00PM.

- Race Day

You may register at the race site starting at 7:00AM

* Please note: Active.com charges a small surcharge to register online. The exact amount will be displayed in your browser screen before you submit payment.

Events & Start Times:

5K Run/Walk – 8:30am Loop around the lagoon. USATF certification CA09001RS

10K Run/Walk – 8:45am Double loop course around the lagoon.

Tower Challenge (approx 6.3 miles) – 8:45am Trail route with a 730′ gain/descent plus loop around the lagoon. Suggested for ages 13+.

2 Mile Walk– 9:00am. Untimed, loop course along the shoreline of the lagoon.

1/2 Mile Kid’s Fun Run (Ages 9-12) – 10:30am

1/2 Mile Kid’s Fun Run (Ages 8 & Under) – 10:45am

Directions and Parking:

Lagoon Valley Regional Park

4681 Pena Adobe Road, Vacaville, CA

Arriving early for parking is strongly recommended for all events. Gate and course will be closed at approximately 8:00 am for race commencement. Participants should carpool if possible.

Parking: Main parking entrance is located at the south gate into park from Lagoon Valley Road exit. Follow the event parking signs. Limited alternate parking available at the Pena Adobe Road exit from I-80.

Directions: From San Francisco area, take I-80 eastbound and exit Lagoon Valley Road. Turn right and follow signs for parking. From Sacramento area, take I-80 westbound to Lagoon Valley Road exit. Turn left and follow the event parking signs to south gate entrance.

Trail Run Series Event:

The Tower Challenge 10K is the 1st of 2 races in the 2011 Fleet Feet Trail Run Series. Earn points and be eligible for prizes for participation in the this event, The 2nd event is the Lynch Canyon Trail Run near Vallejo on June 4, 2011. Visit www.fleetfeetvacaville.com/trail-run-series for more details.

Packet Pick Up:

Entrants may register and pick up race packets (bibs/t-shirts) at Fleet Feet Sports,354 Merchant Street in Vacaville on Friday, April 29th, from 12-6:00PM. Race packets may also be picked up on race morning at the race site starting at 7:00AM

Entry Fees:

Adults: $30.00 by April 11th; $35.00 April 12-April 30.

*Adult Team Runner: $25 by April 11th; $30 April 12-29.

Youth (18 & Under): $15.00 by April 11th; $20.00 April 19-April 30.

* must have 3 members per team and have a unique team name

Awards:

$600 prize purse for top male & female 5K, 10K and Tower Challenge winners. Overall and top 3 age-group male and female prizes will also be given to 5K, 10K and Tower challenge winners.

5K Team Challenge:

Create a team of 3 or more participants and include your team name on your entry. Team members should sign up individually. The team with the most entries wins a $500 Classroom Enrichment Grant, donated to a Vacaville classroom in the team’s name. Team members may enter any distance to determine overall team participation. The top 3 fastest 5K finishers on each time will determine the team’s 5K time. Entrants on teams are still eligible for age division awards in the 5K/10K/Tower Challenge.

Optional Pledge Program:

Collect pledges or donations to sponsor your participation in Loop the Lagoon! All pledge money raised is to be brought race day and turned in at the pledge table.

Volunteers Needed:

Not planning on running? Please join our crew on event morning as a volunteer. We and thousands of runners, walkers and kids would love to have your support. Each year, several hundred volunteers are needed to produce this event. All volunteers will receive a t-shirt if you notify us of your participation in advance. Contact www.info@vpef.org.

Please Support our Sponsors:

Kaiser Permanente, Vacaville Rotary, Valero, Genentech, Wells Fargo, Blue Ridge Family Dental, McDonalds, Travis Federal Credit Union, Recology, Carpenters Local Union 180, Kivelstadt Group, Soroptimist, Les Schwab Tires, Fleet Feet Sports-Vacaville, The Reporter, Vacaville Magazine, Grapevine and 95.3 KUIC.

Please Note:

Event happens rain or shine. No refunds or transfers.

Matt Hefner is an Advisor at Asset Strategies Group (ASG), a full-service wealth management firm. Matt has lived his entire life in Vacaville and participated in public schools. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with a minor in psychology at UC Davis.

During his college career, Matt actively volunteered in coaching the Vacaville Blackdog Rugby Club. After graduating in 2008 he started helping with VPEF events which he thoroughly enjoyed. He participated in the Leadership Vacaville program through the Vacaville Chamber and was also involved with establishing the Active 20-30 Club of Vaca Valley which aims to benefit underprivileged children in our community. Matt stays regularly involved with sports in both a recreational and competitive atmosphere. He loves Vacaville and plans to work towards keeping it a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family.

Save the Date!! October 27th 2012 — The 7th Annual VPEF Halloween Ball

Must be atleast 21 years of age and in costume.

View our 2010 Halloween Ball Photos

Read 5th Annual VPEF Halloween Ball Was a Huge Success press release

Harbison Event Center at Nut Tree

Time 7:00pm-12:00pm

For more info email info@vpef.org

Costume Contest, Appetizers, Dancing, DJ, Live Music

Costumes required, must be 21 years or older.

2010 Loop the Lagoon – 5K Run-Walk Overall Finishers

2010 Loop the Lagoon – 5K Run-Walk Divisional Results

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Team Lists Ordered By Total Members

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Team Results – 5K Run-Walk

2010 Loop the Lagoon – 10K Run-Walk Overall Finishers

2010 Loop the Lagoon – 10K Run-Walk Divisional Results

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Tower Challenge Overall Finishers

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Tower Challenge Divisional Results

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Kids Run 9-12y Overall Finishers

2010 Loop the Lagoon – Kids Run 8 and Under Overall Finishers