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May 1, 2008
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| RUN |
May 4, 2008 - The Great Bear Run
The Needham Track Club will hold its 16th running of the Great Bear Run. A multi-generational event, there will be seven races for everyone from ages 0-99. Prizes for everybody including teddy bears for kids.
Distance: ranges between 26.2 meters to 5 K
Time: Starting from 11 AM. See website for details.
Where: Pollard School, 200 Harris Ave., Needham, MA
Check it out: www.needhamtrack.org
Additional info: (781) 856-4088 or needhamtrackclub@aol.com
May 11, 2008 - 11th Annual Melrose Run for Women
Start your Mother's Day celebration on the right foot and join 400 other women for a 3.5 mile run/walk which winds through the scenic and peaceful Swains Pond section of the city. Stay for the post-race celebration featuring massages, baked goodies, music and flowers.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Pine Banks Park, Melrose, MA
Cost: $20
Check it out: www.mrfw.melroserunningclub.com
Additional info: MargaretFisher@MelroseRunningClub.com
May 14, 2008 - 19th Annual Evelyn's Run for the Roses 5K
Not a morning runner? Enjoy a fun evening of running, walking, jogging, wogging, sisterly camaraderie, and charity. Net proceeds to benefit the Women's Crisis Center ) and A Safe Place Inc.
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: Winner's Circle Sport Bar, Rt 110 (371 Elm St), Salisbury, MA
Cost: $15.00 up to May 5; $17.00 after May 5th; $20 for race day registration
Check it out: www.coolrunning.com
Additional info: (978) 462-4033 or mdcarroll90@comcast.net |
| BIKE |
May 3, 2008 - Ride with LUNA Chix
Join the Boston LUNA Chix for their first ride of the 2008 season. This is a no-drop casual paced ride and riders of all levels are invited. Special guest Jimena Florit, a two-time Olympian from Argentina will join the ride and will present a slideshow of her 2004 Olympic MTB experience after the ride.
Distance: about 20 miles
Time: 10 AM
Where: Meet at Eastern Mountain Sports, 300 Needham St, Newton MA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.bostonlunachixcycling.com
Additional info: chix@bostonlunachixcycling.com
May 12 - 18, 2008 - Bay State Bike to Work Week
Kick gas and join thousands of cyclists across the country to take part in Bike to Work Week. Bike-friendly events will be taking place throughout the week in metro Boston including Safe-Rider Convoys, Breakfast Pit Stops, Goodie Zone and much more.
Time: varies by event
Where: throughout the Boston area
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.baystatebikeweek.org
Additional info: (617) 918-4456 or ride@baystatebikeweek.org |
| TRIATHLON/MULTISPORT |
May 2, 2008 - Wheelworks Multisport Tri Night 2008 with Dede Griesbauer
Start your tri season on an inspiring note with a fun social night with the Wheelworks triathlon family and a presentation from Dede Griesbauer, winner of the 2006 UK Ironman Championship. There will also be a raffle drawing featuring great prizes including a 2008 Specialized bike frame, Oakley sunglasses and much more. Proceeds of the raffle to benefit CYCLE Kids -- a local nonprofit that seeks to introduce the joys of cycling to children.
Time: 7 - 9 PM
Where: Belmont Wheelworks, 480 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA
Cost: Free
Check it out: http://ww-ms.org
Additional info: vp@ww-ms.org
June 1, 2008 - 26th Annual Hyannis Sprint Triathlon #1
Escape to the Cape for one of the most established triathlons in the state. Field size is limited to 850 participants so sign up soon because this race sells out.
Distance: 1/4-mile ocean swim; 10-mile bike; 3.5-mile run
Time: 7 AM
Where: Craigville Beach, Craigville Beach Road, Centerville (village of Hyannis), MA
Cost: $65 for individual; $90 for relay
Check it out: www.timeoutproductions.com
Additional info: 508-224-3601 or Info@timeoutproductions.com |
| PADDLE |
May 1 - 31, 2008 - Discounted Kayak Lessons at EMS Kayak School
In the spirit of Mother's Day, EMS is offering all women 20% discount off any Kayak Lesson for the entire month of May.
Choose from a wide range of courses including Primary Strokes, Strokes and Rescue, as well as courses for flat water and open water paddling.
Time: varies by course and location
Where: Seven locations including Hopkinton or Hyannis in MA.
Cost: Varies from $60 - $100, including 20% discount
Check it out: www.emskayak.com
Additional info: 866-635-2925
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| YOGA |
May 1 - 31, 2008 - 31 Classes in 31 Days at Prana Power Yoga
Back by popular demand! Challenge yourself to do 31 classes in 31 days and bring your practice to a whole new level. Will stretch your practice but not your wallet - costing $131 for 31 classes.
Time: any scheduled class
Where: Prana Power's MA studios (Winchester, Newton or Cambridge)
Cost: $131
Check it out: www.pranapoweryoga.com
Additional info: 617.641.YOGA or info@pranapower.com
May 3, 2008 - Open House at Roslindale Yoga
Join the staff of Roslindale Yoga for an Open House featuring free classes, and Reiki and massage demonstrations.
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, see website for schedule
Where: Roslindale Yoga, 4155 Washington Street, Roslindale, MA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.roslindaleyoga.com
Additional info: 617-363-9642 or RoslindaleYoga@Gmail.com
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| MORE FUN |
May 4, 2008 - Project Bread's 40th Walk for Hunger
Come out and be a part of one of Boston's most beloved traditions. Join 43,000 walkers in the spirit of giving and walk all or a segment of the 20-mile route, which threads through Boston, Brookline, Newton, Watertown, and Cambridge. With plenty of entertainment, snacks and crowd support, your efforts will help fund 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, food banks, and food salvage programs across Massachusetts.
Time: Rolling Start between 7:00 - 9:00 AM
Where: Boston Common, Boston MA
Cost: Free to participate but fund raising greatly appreciated
Check it out: www.projectbread.org
Additional info: 617-723-5000 or walk@projectbread.org
May 10, 2008 - Weir River and Straits Pond Clean Up Day
Bring the whole family out for a little spring cleaning and help spruce up the Weir River Watershed. And as a thanks for your hard work, there will be a post-cleanup picnic at Gunrock Playground on Atlantic Ave in Hull.
Time: 10 AM - 12 Noon
Where: Estuary Center at George Washington Blvd. or 151 Atlantic Ave at Straits Pond, Hull, MA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.weirriver.org
Additional info: 781-749-2580 or info@weirriver.org
May 12 2008 - Redbones 12th Annual Bike Party and Benefit
Celebrate May, the National Bike Month with a fun outdoor BBQ bash hosted by Redbones. Come for great food, beverages, and live music and stay the raffle featuring awesome prizes including a custom cargo bike, gear, maps and more. Proceeds to benefit New England Mountain Bike Association and the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition.
Time: 5 to 9 PM
Where: Redbones 55 Chester Street · Somerville, MA
Cost: $15. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased for $2 or 3 for $5
Check it out: www.redbones.com
Additional info: (617) 628.2200 |
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May 10, 2008 - High Trek Adventure Boston
Ever wonder what it feels like to be on the Amazing Race, but can’t quit your day job? Then grab a friend, a map of downtown, your sneakers, and prepare for an exhilarating race around the city when High Trek Adventure comes to town.
High Trek Adventure is a unique urban adventure game where brains beat brawn! Teams of 2 solve clever clues and face fun challenges all while navigating the urban landscape via foot or on public transportation! It's a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of The Amazing Race, mixed in with Trivial Pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse. And voila! You've got High Trek Adventure!
Time: Noon
Cost: $40
Check it out: www.hightrekadventure.com
Additional info: 480.326.4893 or info@hightrekadventure.com |
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