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Anderson Race Management at Your Event!
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Want help with your event?
5Ks, 10Ks, half-marathons, marathons, kids runs, biking, trails, tri's, employer health fairs, expos, or corporate employee runs? We can help you reach your 2016 fitness event goals! From planning to timing to results, Anderson Race Management is your event partner.
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Here are the events you'll find in this month's newsletter:
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Run Like a Mother
Saturday, May 7
Saint Paul, MN
Run Like A Mother is returning to the Twin Cities! We are pleased to be a part of the community. The course at Phalen Park is family friendly (including strollers!) and designed for first-time runners as well as experienced 5K racers.
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Abria Life is Wonderful 5K
Saturday, May 7
Saint Paul, MN
Join Abria for their annual family walk and new this year - Timed 5K and kid's race! This festive morning will include live music, kids crafts, food and more as we raise support for women and couples facing an unexpected pregnancy.
The event will be held on beautiful Raspberry Island. Supporters and walkers are welcomed to come and enjoy the festivities complimentary.
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Run with the Housewives Sunday, May 8
Maple Grove, MN
Charitable Housewives of Maple Grove is hosting their 5th Annual Run With the Housewives 5k and Kids 1K ! This is a beautiful course that winds through scenic Elm Creek Parkway Reserve on paved and turf trails. It is a wonderful family friendly event that benefits WISHES AND MORE.
More information and registration is online here.
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Mother's Day 5K
Sunday, May 8
Woodbury, MN
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Dash it for Baskets 5K
Saturday, May 14
Eagan, MN
Dash-it for Baskets is a 5K run/walk that benefits Open Baskets, a non-profit that helps fill the hearts, minds and souls of our neighbors who live with mental illness. The race is at Trapp Farms Park in Eagan. For ever $25 raised, one gift basket is created. Mental Health Resources is our fiscal agent and helps us distribute these baskets each year.
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Be the Match Walk Run
Saturday, May 14
Minneapolis, MN
The Be The
Match Walk+Run is family friendly and open to all ages. All 5K and 1K runners receive a T-shirt, and all Tot Trot finishers receive a superhero cape.
Anderson Race Management runners save $5 with code ARM15.
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Maple Grove Half Marathon Relay & 5K
Saturday, May 14
Maple Grove, MN
The Maple Grove Half Marathon, Relay and 5K offers three events in 2016: a half marathon, a 2 person half marathon relay and a 5k run/walk.
Each race begins and ends at the Maple Grove High School stadium. On race day, participants can check in a sweat bag and we will hold it for you while you're running/walking the event. Show up early and go to the concession stand to check in your bag.
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Run for Hope 5K
Saturday, May 14
Burnsville, MN
Valley Natural Foods is hosting its most exciting party of the year for the whole family - The Run for Hope 5K on May 14, 2016 at 8:00 a.m.! All registrants can have a blast too by creating their own personal running team and dressing up for our team costume contest! Proceeds benefit the Foundation of Early Childhood Family Services of School District 196.
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Global Running Day
Wednesday, June 1
All Around the World
Global Running Day is set for Wednesday, June 1 and is the evolution of National Running Day, which started in 2009 by leading running organizations across the U.S. This year marks the first-ever Million Kid Run, which aims to have a million kids around the world pledge to run together June 1.
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Don Tremblay Walk for Bladder Cancer
Saturday, May 21
Minneapolis, MN
We are pleased that all proceeds this year will remain in Minnesota benefiting bladder cancer research and education at The Institute for Prostate and Urologic Cancers at the University of Minnesota.
7th most common cancer in the U.S. and the 3rd most common cancer in men. The University is involved in research on many fronts to battle this disease.
A generous individual has donated $20,000 to match the funds raised through the walk. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of many!
More information and paper registration is online here.
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Autism 5K
Saturday, May 21
Minneapolis, MN
The 8th Annual Autism 5K takes place at beautiful Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis on May 21st, 2016.
This event is great for the serious runner, casual jogger or walker as it is a certified 5K course. All runners and walkers receive a t-shirt, which is a one of a kind creation. We also offer awards for the top finishers in both female and male age categories.
The Autism 5K is a fundraiser for C.A.D.E., Children with Autism Deserve Education (501c3). C.A.D.E. provides support to local MN children and families affected by autism by providing medical, therapy and technology grants, as well as funding research.
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Next Steps 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Sunday, May 22
Saint Paul, MN
Lace up those running shoes and join us for a beautiful and scenic run along the Mississippi River. All while supporting a healthy lifestyle for those experiencing homelessness in St. Paul!
The race begins at 8am on May 22nd at Upper Landing Park off of Shepherd Road in St. Paul, MN.
Join us for this family friendly race! Feel free to bring your children, strollers, and leashed pets! Proceeds from this race go directly to Listening House of St. Paul, an organization that helps support homeless adults and promotes a healthy lifestyle.
For more information and registration, click here.
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Med City Marathon, 20 Mile, Half Marathon, Relay, 5K and Expo
May 28-29
Rochester, MN
The 2016 Med City Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 29th. The marathon, half marathon, 20 mile and relays all start at 7am in Byron Minnesota. There's a day full of fun for the family on Saturday, the 28th too. Anderson Race Management will have a booth at the expo -stop by and say hello!
For more information and registration, click here.
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Girls on the Run 5K Saturday, June 4
Bloomington, MN
Join us Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Normandale Community College for a 5k unlike any other! The Alerus Mortgage Girls on the Run Twin Cities 5k is the culminating event of our 10-week, 20-lesson after school program, which uses the power of running to prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Join more than 1,000 girls from 60+ schools in a community celebration of health, wellness and girl power! The 5k fun run is open to men, women and children of all ages. For more information about Girls on the Run visit our online. More information and registration is online here.
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Hope in Motion 5K & Family Walk
Sunday, June 5
Saint Paul, MN
Hope in Motion is Minnesota's National Cancer Survivors
Day® Celebration, which includes a 5K manually timed Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Family Walk, a Kids Run, entertainment, inspirational speakers, complimentary massages, and more. This event is a fundraiser to benefit Angel Foundation, a local Minnesota non-profit organization that provides non-medical financial assistance and support programs for cancer survivors and their families. Hope in Motion will take place at Lake Phalen Regional Park,1600 Phalen Dr, St Paul, MN 55106 (a new location this year) on Sunday, June 5.
For more information and registration, click here.
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Ragnar Relay Great River
Friday, Saturday, August 12-13
Finish at Boom Island Park, Minneapolis, MN
The Ragnar Relay Great River is the overnight running relay event of the summer. Your team will start on the bank of the Mississippi River in Winona, conquer the course under the stars and along rolling farmland, and finish back on the river in Downtown Minneapolis. This Ragnar has both challenging legs and beginner level legs for all of your teammates. It also has one of the best finish line parties and some of the friendliest volunteers! This Ragnar is also part of our Double Medal series. Complete Ragnar Relay Chicago in the same calendar year and earn the Make It A Double Medal!
JOIN THE RAGNAR NATION: A 2 day party in a van with a side of running.
If you have never run a Ragnar, you better hold a place on your calendar; this is a running race you would regret missing. Register your team now.
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Leading Ladies Marathon and Half Marathon
Sunday, August 21
Lead, SD
This twelfth year is dedicated to our mothers. She who had the courage to have, nurture, endure, and love us unconditionally, who modeled deal with life and look good doing it. Honor her with time on your feet, miles on the road, and a song in your heart.
So, if you run with, to, or in memory of your mother, consider this. Accepting this challenge is a physical, emotional, and mental test both to prepare for and to execute...and it ain't easy. If it were, they'd call it child birth. Keep that in mind as you train in weather, weariness, and why-in-the-heck???? Because we are all mothers, we all have a mother, and we are all so worth it. See you in August.
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Wild Hog Grand Forks Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Saturday, September 24
Grand Forks, ND
Join us for the 5th annual Wild Hog Weekend. This year's event includes an INAUGURAL marathon, half marathon, marathon & half marathon relays, 10K, 5K, and a Family Fun Run for the kids.
This fast & flat course will take you through some of the most scenic and historic sites of Grand Forks, ND and East Grand Forks, MN. Two states in one race!
Those running in the marathon with receive a jacket & Finisher t-shirt, while the half marathon, 10K and 5K will a receive high-quality BornFit shirt, a unique Wild Hog pint glass, other SWAG items, as well as a high quality finisher medal for all races! Enjoy great gifts & samples from our sponsors at the Health & Fitness Expo on Friday from 10AM to 8PM. Special awards and cash prizes will go to the top performers. More information is online here.
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More events to add to your calendar!
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Run the Ridge 5K
Chaska, MN
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From the Heart Half Marathon
Owatonna, MN
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Cinco du Mayo Duathlon
Stillwater, MN
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Just 1 More Step 5K
Andover, MN
| Standing Strong 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, May 21
Cottage Grove, MN | Veteran's Memorial Run 10K & 5K
Saturday, May 28
New Richmond, WI | |
JJ's 2.5K and 5K Finish the School Year Strong
Chaska, MN
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The Great Candy Run
Eden Prairie, MN
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Welcome Marathon Sports - now Fleet Feet Sports Minneapolis!
 It's Small Business Week and we are extremely proud to announce our new partnership with a small business friend Fleet Feet Sports Minneapolis. You know John Long and his team. They have been in Minneapolis supporting runners, walkers, bikers (and their dogs) for decades with free lockers during store hours, hooks to safely store your bike and changing area plus a dog water spot too. Their central Minneapolis location will become a great packet pick up location for many of our events. http://www.fleetfeetminneapolis.com/
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35th Anniversary Jeff Winter City of Lakes Half Marathon
Sunday, September 11
Minneapolis, MN
Run the scenic parkways around Lake Harriet and Lake Calhoun as part of your fall marathon tune up or make it your fall goal race! The field is limited to 1500 entrants so be sure to register early to secure your spot in this classic Minnesota half marathon! The 2016 City of Lakes Half Marathon is a USATF Team Circuit Race and an MDRA Grand Prix Race. $5 discount for current MDRA Members!
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Does your company have a wellness fair or wellness day? We love to attend these expos or help with equipment or services for corporate fitness events? Email Mary at info@andersonraces.com for more information. |
Healthy Lifestyle Pool
The Healthy Lifestyle Pool is about FREE activities and gatherings for normal weight non-smokers. Healthy Lifestyle is 70% of health care, so we are the leaders when it comes to doing health care right. Find out more here.
VOLUNTEER OPPS:
Ryder Cup Volunteer Groups Needed
September 27 - October 2
Chaska, MN
Levy Prom Golf is looking for non-profits to partner with our company at the Ryder Cup, September 27 - October 2, 2016, at Hazeltine National Golf Club to work in our concession program. We partner with local organizations to help staff our concession stands, and then, in return, the organizations receive a percentage of our net concession sales. The more volunteer shifts you can fulfill, the more money you will make! Email Beth Pinkney for more information.
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Midwest Events
Midwest Events Sports and Fitness Magazine is published 6 times per year and distributed at key outlets, including all the major running stores, bike, ski and tri shops, health clubs, plus strategic skyway, coffee shop and health-related locations. Find out more here.
We're your premier source for guides to Minnesota and Wisconsin bicycling and hiking. Whether just getting started riding, looking for long road bike rides, or great mountain bike trails, you can find it here. Let's HaveFunBiking! For events and trail info, visit us online here.
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With tremendous gratitude for our generous Sponsors and Partners!
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