Barefoot running
Tuesday and Thursday: The basics of barefoot running, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Runner’s Roost, 1685 S. Colorado Blvd, Suite J; 7:15 p.m. Thursday at Fleet Feet, 2624 Broadway St., in Boulder.
5K & book signing
Wednesday: Join local author Michael Sandler for a Fun 5K Run at 6 p.m. Following the run, Sandler will discuss and sign his recent book, “Barefoot Running: How to Run Light and Free by Getting in Touch With the Earth.” In-Step, 629 S. Broadway, Suite E, Boulder,
One Bike — One Cause
Wednesday: The Denver Hospice is hosting a reception for J.W. Frye, the bicyclist who is traveling 8,000 miles from Key West, Fla., to Alaska to raise funds and awareness for hospice, 5-7 p.m. Wheat Ridge Cyclery, 7085 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, 303-398-6281,
Senior Stroll
Wednesday: The third annual Senior Stroll to celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day, 10 a.m. The 1-mile fun walk includes breakfast, fitness assessments, blood pressure screenings, demonstrations and giveaways. No registration required. O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Drive, Parker,
Sunset Wildlife Hike
Friday: Families are invited to walk through the Cattail Marsh Wildlife Area, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $4, $3 members. Reservations required. Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, 719-520-6745,
Global Health 5K Walk/Run
Saturday: “One Park. One World,” a 5K to raise health awareness and education in Colorado’s low-income and refugee communities. Registration is at 8 a.m., run begins at 9 a.m., walk at 9:30 a.m. Health screenings, exhibits, entertainment, food and prizes included. The walk/run is sponsored by the Colorado Alliance for Health Equity and Practice. Denver City Park, 303-954-0058,
Equestrian Yoga Retreat
May 31-June 6 & June 6-12: The Home Ranch offers two retreats with horseback riding, yoga, gourmet dining, massage and more. Clark, 800-688- 2982, riding/horse-yoga-retreat
Zumba for a Cause
May 31, June 7 & 14: Learn the basics of the Latin-inspired dance workout in a three-week program, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation per class. Proceeds benefits the Denver Center for Crime Victims Emergency Fund. Dancing the Soul, 950-C Jersey St.,
VA2K Roll & Roll
June 2: The VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System presents a 2K Walk & Roll, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., to support Employee Wellness Month. The 2K includes three waves, 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. This is one of several 2Ks taking place at VA facilities across the country. Denver VA Medical Center, 1055 Clermont St., call Leslie at 303-399-8020, ext. 5172, or e-mail leslie.shainline@va.gov
Colorado cycling events
June-August: Sixth annual Optic Nerve 24 Hours of ERock race, June 3; 24th annual Subaru Elephant Rock Cycling Festival, June 5; 19th annual Kaiser Permanente Moonlight Classic for Seniors Inc., July 16; sixth annual Colorado Cyclist’s Copper Triangle, Aug. 6. ; ; ;
Ana Forrest
June 3-5: The Yoga Master and founder of Forrest Yoga is on tour to celebrate the release of her book, “Fierce Medicine: Breakthrough Practices to Heal the Body and Ignite the Spirit,” and teach a series of workshops. Visit the website for details. Workshops are hosted by Root Yoga Center at New Hope Baptist Church, 3701 Colorado Blvd.,
Yoga & Spa Retreat
June 3-5: Devil’s Thumb Ranch hosts a three-day retreat offering yoga and meditation classes, workshops, cooking classes, a massage, meals and free time. Costs vary. Reservations required. 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash,
Arvada Trails Day
June 4: A celebration of National Trails Day at two locations, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Festivities include a 5K walk, 20- mile bike ride, nature exhibits, animal presentations by the Denver Zoo, Butterfly Pavilion and Birds of Prey Foundation, an Eco-Fair and refreshments. Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St.; Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 9210 W. 80th Ave.; 720-898-7400,
Tiger Kim’s Day
June 4: Tiger Kim’s Academy of Tae- kwondo and Tang Soo Do celebrates its 35th anniversary with a block party offering live music, food, bounce castles and more, starting at 10 a.m. Ranking testing and black belt testing also included. 1480 Steele St., 303-388-1408,
Catalystic Cadence Collective
June 5: The professional ice and dance theater company is celebrating the grand opening of its C3 Dryland Academy, an off-ice dance school, 2-4 p.m. Installation performances by the C3 Company and Aerial Stars Over Denver are included along with mini- workshops and refreshments. Classes June 6-Aug. 2. Aerial Dance Over Denver, 8964 E. Hampden Ave., 303-771- 0161,
Real estate tours on B-cycle bikes
June 5: Denver B-cycle and Kentwood City Properties offer a healthful way to tour real estate and get to know various neighborhoods. The tours include historical and market information on each neighborhood, as well as tours of properties. Tours are Sundays and begin at 2 p.m. Visit the website for a schedule. Reservations required. Next tour: June 19.
Earth Balance
June 7: Presenting a panel discussion on “Creating Healthy Change,” 7-8:30 p.m. $15, all proceeds benefit The School Food Project and The AllergyKids Foundation. Doors open at 6 p.m. with food samples. Register on the website. King Center on the Auraria Campus, 855 Lawrence Way,
“Poles for Balance, Mobility & Functional Walking”
June 9: REI in Boulder is hosting a free seminar for people with mild to moderate mobility issues on using poles to increase posture, strength and function, both indoors and outdoors, 4-5:30 p.m. Jayah Faye Paley, creator of the DVD “Poles for Balance & Mobility,” will lead the program. Registration required. A free clinic, “Poles for Hiking, Walking & Exercise,” follows at 6:30 p.m. Poles will be provided. REI, 1789 28th St., Boulder, 303-583-9970,
Pura Vida Pur-A-thlon
June 10: Participants are asked to put together a Power Package and may choose one, two, three or a full-day of classes such as yoga, Zumba, rowing and more, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Times, costs vary. Food and beverages from local Cherry Creek North restaurants are included, along with a silent auction. An end-of-day celebration is 6-8 p.m. Proceeds benefit Brent’s Place, a local charity that provides housing for children with cancer and their families while they undergo treatment. Pura Vida Fitness & Spa, 2955 E. First Ave., Suite 200, ,
2011 Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis
June 11: A walk to raise awareness and funds to cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. 6 p.m. registration, 7:30 p.m. walk begins. Food and music included. Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St., 303-639-9163,
Mulligans for Mutts Golf Tournament
June 13: Foothills Animal Foundation, the nonprofit organization that supports Foothills Animal Shelter, hosts the sixth annual tournament. Participants can play in the morning or afternoon. Adoptable dogs will be available. The fee of $185 includes access to the driving range and putting green, 18 holes, cart rental, contest prizes and lunch. Lakewood Country Club, 6800 W. 10th Ave., Lakewood, ,
Denver Union Station Summer Walking Tours
Thursdays: The Denver Union Station Project Authority is conducting free walking tours of the Denver Union Station redevelopment site. Tours begin at 4:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month. The one-hour tour departs from the main entrance on Wynkoop Street and includes historical information about Union Station from the late 1800s to today.
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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