BENEFITS
550 Marathon Relay
June 21-25: “5 Days — 50 States — 550 Runners” is the theme of the annual relay inviting individuals and teams to participate in all 50 states simultaneously. Proceeds benefit cancer survivors and their families through the LiveStrong Foundation and Camp Keseum. Visit the website for more information.
Spring Fever 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
March 22: All-Out Multisport invites athletes of all levels to the second annual benefit for the Parkinson Association of the Rockies. Courses follow Arvada’s Blunn Reservoir via the Ralston Creek Trail. Jefferson County’s NAAC Stadium, 19500 W. 64th Parkway, Golden, e-mail events@alloutmultisport.com,
TJV Ski Down for Cancer
March 22: Winter Park employees and participants will ski/ride down lower Hughes at around 5 p.m. in this fourth annual benefit to honor Thomas James Veit, a 12-year Winter Park ski patroller who lost his battle with colon cancer in 2011. A reception and silent auction follows at Doc’s Roadhouse at the base of Winter Park. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and the Cavett Kids Foundation for children with cancer. Details on the website. Winter Park, winterparkresort.com/skitjv,
SPECIAL EVENTS
Sie FilmCenter
March 26: BikeDenver presents a screening of the award-winning cycling documentary “Rising From Ashes,” 7 p.m. The film follows the development of a national cycling team in Rwanda. Tickets are $15, $10 in advance. Proceeds benefit BikeDenver, a local bicycle nonprofit and advocacy organization. 2510 E. Colfax Ave.,
Tattered Cover, Highlands Ranch
March 28: Pam Braun will discuss and sign her recent book, “The Ultimate Anti-Cancer Cookbook,” at 7:30 p.m. Braun was diagnosed with cancer in 2004 and her book features recipes, tips and recommendations. 9315 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch, 303-470-7050,
The Westin Riverfront
March 20-26: Hosting a week of free classes, lectures and activities in celebration of “International Happiness & Well-Being Day” (March 20). Chair massages, yoga, demonstrations, pilates and meditation classes are among the offerings. Call or visit the website for the schedule. 126 Riverfront Lane, Avon, 1-866-949-1616,
XYIENCE
Deadline April 15: The sports nutrition brand and maker of Xenergy, the official energy drink of the UFC, is looking for athletes and those focused on health and fitness in the Denver/Boulder area to be part of its inaugural Power to Win Team. Applicants must be over the age of 18. Visit the website for more information. Winners will be announced May 5.
ONGOING
Feisty Fit Females
A free exercise group for female cancer survivors meets the final Thursday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 303-798-7614,
Hatha Yoga with Jan
Through March 31: Classes 5:45-7 p.m. Mondays, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Wednesdays (no class March 5), 8:30-9:45 a.m. Saturdays. $5 minimum donation for charity. St. John’s Cathedral, 1350 Washington St., Room 200, 303-894-0648,
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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