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June Get Running Newsletter
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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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Twin Cities Tour de Cure
Saturday, June 4
Minneapolis, MN
The Tour de Cure is the premiere fundraising event of the American Diabetes Association. Ride, walk, or run to stop diabetes!
Choose a 7, 18, 29, 43, 62, or 100 mile paved cycling route; a 22 mile mountain bike route; or a 2.5 mile walk/run. All routes start and end at Minnehaha Falls on Saturday, June 4th. At the finish, enjoy an amazing after party with catered lunch, live music, massages, vendors, beer, and more. All participants receive a finish line medal and tech-T, and participants with diabetes receive additional special items and recognition. This is the best event you'll do all summer!
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.
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 Kannonball Fun Charity Rally
Saturday, June 4
Chanhassen, MN
The second annual Kannonball Fun Charity Rally will depart the MN C&C car show at the Automotorplex in Chanhassen, MN at 11:30 a.m. on June 4.
The route will be approximately
250 miles and multiple checkpoints and raises funds for Northern Voices, a local non-profit school for the deaf and hard of hearing.
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Lymphoma Research Foundation Lymphoma 5K Walk/Run
Saturday, June 4
Minneapolis, MN
The Lymphoma Walk/Run is a non-competitive 5K where survivors, family, friends, community and corporate teams walk/run in honor and in memory of those whose lives have been touched by lymphoma.
You can choose to run or walk June 4 - pre-registration is encouraged but not required. The walk will take place at Lake Nokomis and registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Please contact Dana at minnesota@lymphoma.org or 612968-3757 for more information. Thank you for your support.
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 Walker Methodist 5K & 10K Run/Walk
Saturday, June 4
Minneapolis, MN
Whether running, walking, or something in between - every step you take will support seniors living in our community. Enjoy a morning of fun with family and friends while helping the Walker Methodist Foundation provide vital programs to the young-at-heart. The course is certified, electronically timed, and all participants receive a high-quality mens or womens cut performance shirt. Awards are given to the top female and male finishers in each age category. 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 Survivor's Day Celebration, which includes a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Family Walk and Kids Run. The 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 (*new location).
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Suburban Adventure 5K/10K Run+Walk
Saturday, June 11
Lakeville, MN
The 8th Annual Suburban Adventure 5K/10K Walk + Run is an all-terrain run in and around the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm community in Lakeville. Join us for the 5K/10K at 9:00am, followed by the Walkathon at 9:45am and the Kids Fun Run at 10:45am! All participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt along with free lunch. Join us after the race for free activities - Kids DJ, Photo Booth, Strong Men Pull, Disc Dogs, Face Painting, Saw Dust Dive, and much more!
All proceeds benefit HopeKids MN; an organization that provides events and activities with a powerful, unique support community for children with cancer and other life-threatening medical conditions.
For more information and registration, click here.
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 Delta Scholarship Fund 5K
Saturday, June 11
Richfield, MN
The Delta Scholarship Fund's Annual 5K Run/Walk.The Delta Scholarship Fund's 5th Annual 5K Run and Walk will be held at Veteran's Park in Richfield, MN on June 11, 2016... where things are taking off!
This is a fundraising event for the Delta Air Lines Scholarship Fund. All ages are welcome to participate; the 5K event begins at 8:00 am with registration beginning at 7:00 am and a Family Fun Run will begin at 9:00 a.m. Registration for the Fun Run will begin at 8:15 a.m. -events are held at Veterans Park in Richfield.
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 Grandma's Marathon Weekend
June 16 - 18
Duluth, MN
Visit our booth at Grandma's Marathon Essentia Health Fitness Expo at the DECC, Thursday, June 16 - Friday, June 17. Then stay for the weekend for all of Grandma's Marathon great events.
Registration is also open for the Park Point 5-Miler, that takes place July 14. Enjoy a summer evening running Northern Minnesota's oldest road race on Duluth's beautiful Park Point.
5:30 p.m. Kids Races; 6:30 p.m. 5-Mile Run: 6:35 p.m. 2-mile Walk
Entry Fee: $25 until July 13; $35 race day; kids races are free
For more information and registration, click here.
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Gridiron Gallop 5K
Sunday, June 19
Minneapolis, MN
Do something healthy with or in memory of Dad this Father's Day. Chad and Jenni Greenway will host the 10th Annual Greenway's Gridiron Gallop 5K Run/Walk.
There will be Viking player and cheerleader appearances with autograph opportunities for registered runners. Funds from this event go towards the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) youth athletic programming.
- All children Fun Run participants receive a commemorative medal
- Awards presented to 5K age division winners
- All registered 5K participants are eligible to win awesome prizes
- All pre-registered participants are guaranteed a commemorative T-shirt
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 Heartbeat 5000 5K
Saturday, June 25
Minneapolis, MN
Lace up your shoes and come out to support the cardiovascular program at Children's. HeartBeat 5000 takes place on Saturday, June 25, 2016. There will be kid-friendly activities before and after the race, including bounce houses, face-painting, music and more. All events are held at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park in Minneapolis. Come out and support this great cause!
More information and registration is online here
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 Rochester Get Your Rear in Gear
Saturday, June 25
Rochester, MN
We are sisters, brothers, mothers, fathers and friends who have been affected by colon cancer and want to do something. We are a coalition that has formed 5K's and other events in cities across the country, working together with health care providers, corporations and the media, to encourage people to "Get Your Rear in Gear" and talk about colon cancer with their doctor, their loved ones and everyone they know. Together, we will positively impact this disease.
Last year, close to 300 participated in the 5th annual Rochester Get Your Rear in Gear.
For more information and registration, click here.
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Run for the Roses 5K & 10K
Sunday, June 25
Roseville, MN
Run in the 38th annual Run for the Roses in Roseville, Minnesota on June 25. Choose between the 10K, 5K or Family ½ mile Fun Run. Challenging, rolling hills courses in scenic Roseville. The 10K is run on city streets, the 5K a combination of streets and pathways and the Fun Run is twice around the OVAL track. All finishers receive a rose, with awards to the first place finishers in each age category. Early registration deadline is June 20. Register early and avoid waiting in line!
T-shirt and number pick-up at Roseville Skating Center, 2661 Civic Center Drive on Friday, June 24 from 8am - 5:30pm. Runners are urged to pick up
t-shirts on Friday for best size selection.
For more information and registration, click here.
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 The Goliath Challenge
Saturday, June 25
Hudson, WI
The Goliath Challenge is an off-road 5K and 2.5K race featuring aggressive terrain along with natural and constructed obstacles. The Race takes place at the Badlands Snow Park in Hudson, WI and raises funds for Feed My Starving Children to battle the Goliath challenge of hunger.
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Twin Cities Pride Rainbow Run
Sunday, June 26 Minneapolis, MN
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Show your Pride by taking part in the Twin Cities Pride Rainbow Run on Sunday, June 26th! Starting at Boom Island and ending near Loring Park, the route takes runners along Hennepin Avenue as spectators begin to gather for the annual Ashley Rukes GLBT Pride Parade. The course is on city streets. Participants must maintain a minimum 16:00 minute per mile pace. The route must be cleared by 10:30 a.m. for the Ashley Rukes GLBT Pride Parade. More information and registration is online 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.
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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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Sakatah Challenge
Waterville, MN
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Gordon Memorial 5K
Saturday, July 2
Gordon, WI
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Run by the River
Hutchinson, MN
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Biwabik 4th of July 5K
Biwabik, MN
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Goliath Challenge
Hudson, WI
| Delano 4th of July 5K Monday, July 4 Delano, MN |
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Welcome Marathon Sports - now Fleet Feet Sports Minneapolis!
We are extremely proud to announce our new partnership with a long-time Minneapolis running store and 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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Monday, September 5
Minneapolis, MN
10K - 5K - Doubleheader - Kids Half Mile Flat, fast and fun. PR on Minnesota's fastest 10K & 5K courses.
Can't decide which race to run? Sign up for the Doubleheader! Bring the family! Aspiring track stars will love the kids half mile Victory Lap!
Registration and info here.
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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.
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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.
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.
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!
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With tremendous gratitude for our generous Sponsors and Partners!
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