Normandy Park’s Archery Bistro will present “Running Blind,” a 5K Run to benefit the Hear See Hope Foundation for Ushers Syndrome, on Sunday, June 6th starting at noon at the bistro. It is located at 19803 1st Ave. S.

This inaugural 5K Run is inspired by restaurant owner, Todd McKittrick and his wife Lane, who have four sons, two of which are afflicted with Ushers Syndrome. The boys were born deaf and as time goes on, they will become blind.

The McKittrick family has set up “The Hear See Hope Foundation” to create awareness and raise money for Ushers Syndrome.

For one mile of the run, starting at 12:50 p.m., participants will have the choice to be guided, to walk or run blindfolded while wearing earplugs, so they can feel what it would be like to be deaf and blind.  

As part of the festivities, a BBQ and beer garden, as well as a root beer garden for kids, will be set up on the Normandy Park Towne Center property. A hay maze will also be available with the option of being blindfolded with earplugs.

Providing entertainment for the day will be the band, “The Approximations.” Starting at noon and playing throughout the day, they will be performing on the Archery Bistro Stage, weather permitting. King County Prosecuting Attorney Dan Satterberg, a Normandy Park resident, is a member of the band.

Cost to participate in the race is $35 for adults and $20 for youth under the age of 14, which includes a t-shirt.

Formal registration events will take place on Friday and Saturday May 28th and 29th and June 4th and 5th at Archery Bistro. Participants may also register anytime at the bistro or by visiting www.hearseehope.com.