Saturday, May 21, 8 a.m.  Join the crowd at the Brookhaven Bolt! 5K runs through Ashford Park. Begins and ends at Village Place Brookhaven, 1418 Dresden Dr.  Walkers, strollers and pets start at 8:05 a.m.  Rain or shine. Post-race festivities include raffles, awards, food. $30; $35 race day. Proceeds go to Ashford Park Elementary School. Learn more and register: brookhavenbolt.com. Caldwell Road, Brookhaven, 30319.

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