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โTime to Tealโ 5K brings ovarian cancer awareness to streets of Ann Arbor
Read full article: โTime to Tealโ 5K brings ovarian cancer awareness to streets of Ann ArborOn Sunday, May 12, runners can raise money for ovarian cancer awareness during the Motherโs Day โTime to Tealโ 5K throughout downtown Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor race company partners with athletics giant PUMA
Read full article: Ann Arbor race company partners with athletics giant PUMAEpic Races officials said PUMA will support four races in Ann Arbor; the Ann Arbor Goddess Run, Ann Arbor Firecracker 5K, Probility Ann Arbor Marathon, and Kroger A2 Turkey Trot.
Super Jess 5K returns to raise money for Plymouth-Canton families going through medical crises
Read full article: Super Jess 5K returns to raise money for Plymouth-Canton families going through medical crisesThe Super Jess 5K race is returning to its in-person format to raise money for Plymouth-Canton families going through medical crises.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County hosts first 5K on Sunday
Read full article: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County hosts first 5K on SundayHosted in partnership with several Ypsilanti-area businesses, 5K registrants can run, walk or skip their way through the Eastern Michigan Campus and on part of the B2B trail.
Check out these fun after-school programs your kids will love
Read full article: Check out these fun after-school programs your kids will loveBack-to-school time has been a recurring topic as of late, and around this time of year, it seems parents also will be looking for cool programs for their kids to experience after school.
Metro Detroit woman organizes 5K in honor of sister battling incurable illness
Read full article: Metro Detroit woman organizes 5K in honor of sister battling incurable illnessWhen a child is going through an illness, the siblings tend to take a backseat -- but they are profoundly affected by everything going on.
Outdoor self-paced 5K event to benefit low income residents in Macomb County facing heat related emergencies
Read full article: Outdoor self-paced 5K event to benefit low income residents in Macomb County facing heat related emergenciesAll funds raised during the event will be used to assist individuals with heat related emergencies like paying a utility bill or replacing a broken furnace. MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. โ Registration is now open for Macomb Community Actionโs 31st annual Walk for Warmth 2021 (W4W2021), a self-paced 5K event that supports low income Macomb County residents in need during the winter months. All funds raised during the event will be used to assist individuals with heat related emergencies like paying a utility bill or replacing a broken furnace. โEvery year, Macomb County residents join together in the Walk for Warmth to help care for their neighbors in need,โ said Ernest Cawvey, director of Macomb Community Action. By using the hashtag #W4W2021 and tagging Macomb Community Action on Facebook (@MacombCommunityAction) and Twitter (@_mcaction), participants can enter themselves for photo contests and prizes.
Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan launches Spring 2021 season
Read full article: Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan launches Spring 2021 season(Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)Girls on the Run Spring 2021 programming will practice enhanced safety measures due to the pandemic. ANN ARBOR โ Registration will be opening soon for Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michiganโs spring season. This will be the organizationโs 19th spring season, and its purpose goes far beyond running. Virtual programming will be available for the Spring 2021 season. (Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)The program begins the week of March 22 and lasts eight weeks.
Run for a good cause for Shelter Association of Washtenaw County
Read full article: Run for a good cause for Shelter Association of Washtenaw CountyANN ARBOR โ Since the coronavirus broke out in Michigan, the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County has served more than 600 homeless individuals, providing temporary shelter, case management and housing. For the first time ever, the Shelter Association is hosting the Hustle for Housing virtual 5K. โYou can join us in this event by walking, running, pushing a stroller, walking a dog, rollerblading, skateboarding, hiking, or you can be creative,โ read a news release. โThe goal is to have fun and help us continue to end homelessness one person at a time.โโ Like what youโre reading? The event kicks off at 10 a.m. and participants are encouraged to sign up in teams to enjoy a socially distant outdoor 5K.
Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Girls on the Run virtual 5K
Read full article: Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Girls on the Run virtual 5KANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Run, walk, jump or skip your way to a 5K and support girls in Washtenaw County. In honor of International Day of the Girl on Oct. 11, Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan is hosting a virtual 5K to raise funds for its programs to help girls around Southeast Michigan. Money raised through the virtual 5K goes towards scholarships for girls that want to take part in Girls on the Runโs afterschool programs. (Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)โ Like what youโre reading? Since running a 5K is part of Girls on the Run after-school programs, the virtual event seemed fitting.
Metro Detroit 5k run/walk honors friend who died from Melanoma
Read full article: Metro Detroit 5k run/walk honors friend who died from MelanomaMILFORD, Mich. A friendship, a death and a promise to help others -- the KDB Melanoma Run is more than just a 5k run. Her best friend, Tricia Edwards, said she felt helpless when Bowers was diagnosed with melanoma. She decided to find a way to educate more people about melanoma, so she created the KDB Melanoma Walk. The Cananaughs and their support team show up every year for the KDB Melanoma Run and have raised more than six figures. Due to COVID-19, races like this cant occur, so this year, the KDB Melanoma Run is going virtual.
Rhonda Walker Foundationโs Give and Get Fit event goes virtual this year
Read full article: Rhonda Walker Foundationโs Give and Get Fit event goes virtual this yearThe Rhonda Walker Foundation celebrates the 10th annual Give and Get Fit Health and Fitness event on Sunday, July 26, 2020 by going virtual. All registered 5K/10K participants will receive a performance shirt, medal and special discounts from our sponsors! Proceeds benefit the Rhonda Walker Foundationโs award-winning health and wellness youth programming through its five-year Girls into Women career, personal development, education and mentoring program for inner city teen girls. We encourage all participants to become a Camp I Can Champion by fundraising $250 -- the amount needed to send one teen to Camp I Can. Camp I Can is a weekend leadership and self development retreat with fun-filled activities that stress team building, self-esteem, confidence building and overcoming barriers.
New Holland Brewing Co. introduces light ale made with Lake Michigan water
Read full article: New Holland Brewing Co. introduces light ale made with Lake Michigan waterHOLLAND, Mich. โ New Holland Brewing Co.'s newest offering is a light white ale brewed with Lake Michigan water. The Holland, Michigan brewery recently introduced Lightpoint Functional White Ale, a brew the company says is made with natural ingredients, including raw honey, coconut water and orange peels. "We all look forward to the light point in our day or in our workout,โ said Adam Dickerson, New Holland brand manager. โHere in west Michigan, the sunset over Lake Michigan symbolizes that moment of rest. Lightpoint Functional White Ale will be available across the breweryโs distribution network beginning March 1.
9-Year-Old Signs Up for 5K Race ... and Wins First Place in the 10K Race
Read full article: 9-Year-Old Signs Up for 5K Race ... and Wins First Place in the 10K RaceA Minnesota mom was worried his son wouldnt finish the 5K race, but the 9-year-old boy surprised everyone and instead came in first place in the 10K race. It has never been on our radar, his mom Heather Boedigheimer-Lovell told InsideEdition.com. The 10K race happened simultaneously, and runners for both groups started together. He came in first place, completing the 10K in about 48 minutes, with the next fastest runner coming in a full minute behind. I have never seen him so red after a race, his mom said.
7 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month you haven't considered
Read full article: 7 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month you haven't consideredEach year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, so if youre not marking the occasion already, maybe its time to start. Everyone could bring a Latin dish and maybe provide some background on its history. Find Spark recommends showcasing famous paintings or photography by Hispanic artists or about Latin America. This doesnt have to be a massive undertaking -- you could check out your local options; maybe a nearby university or library could help you get some inspiration. Go support a nearby Hispanic establishment, restaurant, museum or venue.
5th annual Purple Run in Ann Arbor to benefit SafeHouse Center
Read full article: 5th annual Purple Run in Ann Arbor to benefit SafeHouse CenterANN ARBOR, Mich. - The University of Michigan Police Department and the Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office will host the 5th Annual Purple Run on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019This year's race is starting at 9 a.m. at the Duderstat Center, 2281 Bonisteel Boulevard on North Campus. The 5K run/walk is a family event and will once again benefit SafeHouse Center. "We are honored to have the support of our great community partners," Barbara Niess-May, Executive Director of SafeHouse Center said. For more information on the run, visit the Purple Run website. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.