March 2026 Reader & Runner of the Month: Mahi
by Allison Yates
Mahi, Read & Run Chicago’s March Reader & Runner of the Month.
Each month, Read & Run Chicago highlights a different volunteer or reader & runner! This month, we’re celebrating Betsy Tomszak. Read the interview to learn more about her!
What part of the city do you call home?
Logan Square.
Where is your favorite place to run in the city?
Lakefront Trail.
What’s your favorite book or preferred genre?
It’s hard to pick a favorite, but the Robert Langdon novels by Dan Brown had me on the edge of my seat!
Which is your favorite local bookstore or favorite branch of the Chicago Public Library?
Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery (currently closed for renovations).
What’s something readers & runners can ask you more about next time they see you?
I have intense and somewhat irrational feelings about how Disney ruined Star Wars lol (RIP Expanded Universe).
When will we see you next?
I’ll be at the Historic Chicago Bakeries Fun Run to Roeser’s Bakery on April 11!