In other words, pick your own literal exercise adventure, with a portion of each entry fee going to one of three nonprofits: Roanoke Children’s Theatre (soon to be known as Virginia Children’s Theatre); Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir; or Blue Cow Arts, the nonprofit that helps support FloydFest and other artistic endeavors.

Miles for Music is bringing together Salem Civic Center, Berglund Center, Harvester Performance Center, Jefferson Center, Sidewinders Steak House and Saloon, 5 Points Music Sanctuary, Parkway Brewing Co., Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, Olde Salem Brewing and The Spot on Kirk as collaborators.

The idea is that, despite current, pandemic-related restrictions on live music indoors, it will come back to a full schedule, according to the news release.

Registration is open via salemciviccenter.com/MilesforMusic. The deadline is Aug. 12, for those who want a guaranteed shirt size and medal. It’s $40 and includes that race Tee; a downloadable racer’s bib; a custom medal with a ribbon featuring the music venues; and online tracking of times and standings.

Get more details at The Roanoke Times online, via bit.ly/cNsMilesforMusic.

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