Sports, Health & Wellness

The public is invited to join the Suicide Prevention Collaborative at the 9th annual “Together it Gets Better” 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, September 14th at Colby Lake Park Pavilion in Woodbury, MN.  On-site registration opens at 8am and the event will begin at 9am.

On average, one person dies by suicide every 11 hours in the state of Minnesota. It’s the 2^nd leading cause of death for young adults. And while there is no single cause to suicide, it’s possible to reduce these statistics and save lives. Read more about Together It Gets Better 5K

Over 50 rare and classic boats come together again on White Bear Lake along with parts, memorabilia and exhibits about Minnesota’s centuries-old boatbuilding history. Browse vendors, check out the swap meet and vote for this year’s best boats! Read more about White Bear Lake Boat Show

Grab your fluffy friend and a donut to work it all off as you walk or run along the trail. Proceeds of this event support Secondhand Hounds, a nonprofit animal rescue in Minnesota that works to provide a safe shelter, proper veterinary care and daily necessities for pups. Read more about Donuts and Dogs 5K

Walking is the easiest way to stay healthy. The AHS wants you to walk to help others, too. Help fundraise as a team or an individual. All ages. Read more about American Heart Association Twin Cities Heart Walk

Make an impact on your community by walking or running in time or untimed races ranging in distances from 1K to 5K. Susan G. Komen’s Race for the Cure is invested in raising awareness, funding and support for curing breast cancer. All ages. Prices vary. All day. Read more about Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Run the scenic route through Lake Minnetonka in one of the state’s most beautiful half-marathons and support Freshwater and their work to improve the water quality of the lake! There’s a relay option and a kids’ run too. All ages. $65+. 7:00 a.m. start. Read more about Lake Minnetonka Half Marathon

Say hello to spring with the 22nd annual Arboretum 5K run/walk and 1K Daffodil Dash for kids! The certified asphalt course winds through the beautiful gardens of the Arboretum. Read more about Bud Break 5K and Daffodil Dash

The Father’s Club of Saint Thomas Academy will host a public event featuring motivational speaker Jake Olson, the former University of Southern California Trojan football long snapper, who is blind. Olson has shared his moving and inspirational story with millions of people through the media and motivational appearances. He was born with retinoblastoma, a rare form of eye cancer and lost his sight at age 12. Read more about Motivational Event with Blind USC Longsnapper Jake Olson

Visit U.S. Bank Stadium to experience Minnesota’s fourth time hosting this exciting basketball championship. Enjoy a variety of basketball themed activities and sit back and watch a fast-paced ball game or two. Read more about NCAA Basketball Tournament Final Four

Join us for an evening of fellowship, encouragement and inspiration. Hear from motivational speaker, Marilyn Sharpe, as she talks about how we give and receive many blessings from others. She will enrich you with her words and you will feel inspired. Her information is valuable to women of all ages. The speaker event component is $15/person and pre-registration is required. Register online at preschool.woodburylutheran.org. Also that night there will be Boutique vendor shopping, small plate meals for purchase, Silent Auction and giveaways-entrance to this part is free. Read more about Women's Night Out & Boutique