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Virtual 5K Bee Run/Walk/Bike

March 31, 2021 by Liz Jensen

This year’s Earth Day 5K Bee Run/Walk/Biking event will be held as a Virtual Earth Week event Saturday, April 17-Saturday April 24. Supporting pollinators and celebrating the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, hundreds of participants are expected to either run/walk/ or bike the event’s traditional route starting at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis or other routes of their own choosing. Now in its sixth year, the Earth Day 5K Bee Run is hosted by the Great River Coalition, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, in partnership with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the National Park Service, St. Catherine University, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Mill City and St. City Running.

The family-friendly event is designed to bring awareness to the plight of pollinators as well as to the natural beauty of Minneapolis parklands, especially the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, the only national park offering scenic views of the Mississippi River. As in previous years, participants are encouraged to dress in colorful, pollinator-themed costumes and post pictures on social media, and win prizes. Bring children, strollers, and well-behaved dogs to join in the fun.

Participants can register for the Virtual Bee 5K Run/Walk/or Bike online at https://register.chronotrack.com/r/60015, $25 donation fee. All paid participants receive Tech T-Shirts.

7th Annual Foodie 4-Mile: Fundraiser for the Northeast Farmers Market

March 25, 2019 by Liz Jensen

A fundraiser for the Northeast Farmers Market and TC Food Justice, 4-mile fun run/walk/stroll, and foodie rally all in one, Saturday, June 22. Runners start in Northeast at the iconic Pioneers Statue in B.F. Nelson Park, then wind along the Mississippi River through the St. Anthony West, Nicollet Island, and St. Anthony Main districts. After crossing the Stone Arch Bridge, they’ll enjoy a different view of the riverfront, then pause under the Hennepin Avenue Bridge for a drink of water. The second half of the run will take you through the wooded west side riverfront parks and Boom Island Park, and then it’s back to B.F. Nelson for refreshments. Awesome clothing from Mill City Running will be given away for: First male, First female, First pet, Best finish line celebration, Best food costume. Info and registration: active.com/minneapolis-mn/running/distance-running/nefm-foodie-4-mile-2019.

Earth Day Fun Run/Walk/River Cleanup

March 13, 2019 by Liz Jensen

The 5K Bee Run, an event featuring a fun run/walk, river cleanup and Earth Day festivities, is set to attract hundreds of participants to Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE, Saturday, April 20. Now in its fourth year, the 5K Bee Run is hosted by the Great River Coalition in partnership with the National Park Service, and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

The family-friendly event, which will run between 7:30 am and 12:00 pm, is designed to bring awareness to the plight of pollinators as well as to the natural beauty of the Minneapolis riverfront. The 5K course traverses through the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. Following the 5K, participants will be able to take part in an organized river cleanup and enjoy festivities including live music and entertainment, raffle prizes, demonstrations by local bee experts, and more. Photo ops will include a bee-themed selfie station and appearances by Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders and local mascots.

The event’s main feature, the 5K, will start promptly at 9 am. Participants can register for the 5K online for $35, register.chronotrack.com/r/46137, greatrivercoalition.com, or at the event for $40 between 7:30 and 8:45 am. A free kid’s race, with goodie bags, will be held at 8:30 am, children must be age 6 or under and must be registered before the event, either online or in-person. The river cleanup (also free) will start at 9:30 am.

Historic Riverfront 5K Run/Walk

September 12, 2018 by Liz Jensen

The race starts/ends at Boom Island Park, 700 Sibley St. NE, Minneapolis, and will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, 9 am. The Historic Riverfront 5K Run/Walk follows the Mississippi River over the Stone Arch Bridge. See the fall colors and the beauty of the tree canopy, river, and cityscape. They have partnered with Mill City Museum to provide highlights of the incredible history along the route, as well as Kramarczuk’s to treat you to their famous brats at the finish line. Prizes are awarded to top finishers as well as prize drawings for all that register and attend.

Proceeds benefit neighborhood parks and activities in the St Anthony West Neighborhood, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Minneapolis, which includes Boom Island, BF Nelson, and Dickman parks. Learn more at stawno.org, facebook.com/events/215353922523452, and register at active.com/minneapolis-mn/running/distance-running-races/historic-riverfront-5k-walk-run-2018.

NAMIWalks Minnesota

August 15, 2018 by Liz Jensen

This will be the 12th NAMIWalk in Minnesota. They invite you to take part in one of the largest NAMIWalks in the country and the largest mental health awareness event in the state. It is an incredibly inspiring event to see so many people come out to raise awareness about mental illnesses. Most of the mental health and health care organizations participate in the walk demonstrating their support for this issue and for NAMI Minnesota.

“The walk is about recovery, resiliency and hope. It is about enjoying a beautiful fall day with family, friends and co-workers. It’s about changing the way our community views mental illness. It’s about creating a movement. It’s about showing people that you will support them on this journey, no one needs to walk alone.”

The 5K walk will take place Saturday, Sept. 22, Minnehaha Park, 4825 Minnehaha Ave. Check in: 11 am. Start time: 1 pm. Contact: Amy Britt, Special Events Coordinator, abritt@namimn.org, 651-645-2948 x112.