Road race enthusiasts will have the opportunity to take on a new challenge in Boothbay this summer, with the Boothbay Trifecta Race Series. Those who register for all three races will become VIP members of the Trifecta Race Club, and receive an exclusive gift at the completion of the third race. All three races are fundraisers for local organizations:

Saturday, July 2: The 36th annual Rocky Coast Road Race is a fun run/walk for all ages and abilities. Aligned with the Windjammer Days Festival in the Boothbay region, proceeds from the Rocky Coast Road Race support LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a free 12-week program offered by the Boothbay Region YMCA for cancer survivors and their families. Events include a 10k run, 5k run and 5k walk. Start time is 8 a.m. at the Boothbay Region YMCA, 261 Townsend Avenue. Registration is $25 for all races. Visit www.BoothbayRegionYMCA.org to register online or download form to register in person at YMCA front desk. Race Sponsors: Dead River and J. Edward Knight

Saturday July 30^: The seventh annual Lobster Roll 5k Run/Walk supports the ongoing community effort to build a track in the Boothbay Region. One hundred percent of the proceeds go directly to this cause. Events include a 5k run, a 5k walk and a Lobster Dash Fun Run for Kids. Start time is 8 a.m. at the Boothbay Region High School, 236 Townsend Avenue. Registration is $25 in advance and $30 on race day. Visit www.LobsterRoll5k.weebly.com to register online. Race Sponsors: Gold: Glidden Point Oysters, First Federal Savings; Silver: Colby & Gale, The First National Bank, Lincoln Medical Partners, J. Edward Knight Insurance; Bronze: Brown's Wharf Inn, MMR, Bath Savings, Hammond Lumber, Janson’s Clothing, Southport Island Marina.

The 5k course is USATF Certified and flows along the rolling hills of Maine's rocky coastline, crosses the harbor over a wooden footbridge, and skirts Boothbay Harbor's beautiful downtown.

Sunday, September 4: The fourth annual Harbor Fest 5k & Half Marathon is part of a ten -day festival missioned to showcase the creativity and individuality of local businesses, organizations and individuals.

The race benefits the Diabetes Prevention program, offered through a partnership with the Boothbay Region YMCA, the Central Lincoln County YMCA and Lincoln Health. This DPP program will serve all of Lincoln County and is planned to begin in the fall of 2016. Events include a 5k Trail Run/Walk and a Half Marathon. Start time is 8am at the Boothbay Region High School, 236 Townsend Avenue. Early registration is $30 for 5k and $50 for Half Marathon; Early registration discount ends on June 22. Visit www.BoothbayHarborFest.com to register online or download form to register in person at YMCA front desk.

Race Add On Features: New to the Harbor Fest Race this year is the Be Vibrant Wellness Fair. The fair will be conveniently located at the race Start & Finish Line. Attendees will enjoy group yoga demos, mini massages, a breakfast bar, spa and wellness demos, entertainment, even a peace garden to sit back and experience the Boothbay Harbor region World of Wellness. Two accomplished authors will offer book signings for newly released cook books: "Refreshed," written by Jim Bailey, the Yankee Chef, features over 180 recipes emphasize fruits, vegetables, and low-fat ingredients for a more healthful diet. Chef Ronaldo Linares, featured on the popular Food Network series, "Chopped," will be signing for his #1 new release, "Chef Ronaldo's Sabores de Cuba," which features nearly 100 recipes, all of which will wow your taste buds and meet the strict nutrition guidelines of the American Diabetes Association.

Harbor Fest Sponsors: Ambassador: Maine Magazine, WCLZ Portland Radio Group, WMTW Channel 8. Captain: TravelMAINE, Harborfields Waterfront Cottages, Boothbay Register, Rocktide Inn & Restaurant, COCO VIVO Artful Living, Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce Claw Down, Lincoln County Magazine. Harbor Fest Master: Key Bank, BRCTV, Townsquare Media -92 Moose. Life of the Party: Topside Inn, First National Bank, Sweet Bay Shop, Sherman’s Books and Stationary, Calypso Clothes.