BENEFITS
Black Friday Run
Nov. 28: The 5K along the High Line Canal is a benefit for South Suburban’s Community Recreation Scholarship Program. 9 a.m. packet pick-up and registration, 10 a.m. start. All ages and abilities welcome along with friendly dogs and strollers. $25, $15 ages 14 and under, $30/$20 on race day. Free for ages 6 and under. This is the final event of the 2014 South Suburban Race Series. deKoevend Park, 6302 S. University Blvd., Centennial, runningguru.com/event/blackfriday
Community Food Share 5K Turkey Trot
Nov. 27: A benefit for Community Food Share. Start time is 9 a.m. $20 in advance, $25 on race day. A C.F.S. Truck will be on-site to collect donations of non-perishable food and cash. CU Research Park/Potts Field at Colorado Avenue and Innovation Drive, Boulder, imathlete.com
The Denver Mustache Dache
Nov. 22: “The best mustache-themed running party” is the theme for the 5K run/walk for individuals and teams. Start time is 9 a.m. A Kid’s Run for ages 12 and under is also offered. Prizes for the best costumes and best mustaches will be awarded. Fees vary. Participants receive a T-shirt and finisher’s medal along with post-race festivities including food, a photo booth and more. Proceeds benefit Movember, a global charity to raise awareness about men’s health issues. Dogs are not permitted. City Park,
Fa La La 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Dec. 6: All-Out Multisport presents the third annual race/run/walk along the Big Dry Creek Trail to benefit Habitat for Humanity. Online registration closes at midnight Dec. 3. City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster, e-mail events@alloutmultisport.com, alloutmultisport.com
Louisville Turkey Trot 5K
Nov. 27: The annual Avista Adventist Hospital Louisville Turkey Trot 5K is a flat, family-friendly course. 9 a.m. start time. The race is free, participants are asked to donate nonperishable food or winter clothing for the Sister Carmen Community Center, which helps local families in need. A local business Expo follows with refreshments. Online registration is available through Nov. 25 or register on the day of the race. Strollers and pets on a leash are welcome. The race begins in front of the Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., louisvilleturkeytrot.com
Mile High United Way Turkey Trot Nov. 27: “Run Your Yams Off” at the 41st annual four-mile run/ walk, a benefit for Mile High United Way. 8 a.m. registration and corrals open, 10 a.m. race begins, 10:15 a.m. first corral start (each additional corral will start every two minutes), 11 a.m. one-quarter mile Family Fun Run. Fees vary. A Finish Village with booths, vendors, a beer garden and more follows. Washington Park, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave., unitedwaydenver.org/turkey-trot
Turkey Challenge
Nov. 22-23: Mind Body Soul CrossFit and Two Angels Foundation present the sixth annual Turkey Challenge competition that includes an obstacle course, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $10, proceeds benefit the charity that provides adaptive bike equipment to physically disabled children. Athletes from 100 CrossFit affiliates will also be competing. MBS CrossFit, 10900 W. 120th Ave., Broomfield, mbscrossfit.com
Turkey Chase Family Fun Run 5K
Nov. 27: The eighth annual 5K along Van Bibber Creek Trail is a benefit for the Denver Rescue Mission, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race time. $35. Apex Field House, 5724 Oak St., Arvada, denverrescuemission.org
Turkey Day 5K
Nov. 27: The Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce presents this annual Family Fun Run/ Walk. Start time is 9 a.m. Fees vary. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Colorado National Guard Foundation. Shea Stadium at Redstone Park, 3270 Redstone Park Circle, Highlands Ranch, td5k.com
Whole Foods Market Southglenn
Nov. 21: Friday Night Yoga Club, 7-9 p.m. $25, $40 for two. Reservations required. A portion of the proceeds benefits There With Care that helps children and families facing critical illness. 6853 S. York St., Centennial,
SPECIAL EVENTS
Breckenridge Recreation Center
Nov. 26-29: Offering its Breckenridge Mountain Camp (BMC) Mini Camp for ages 5-12. Activities include rock climbing, swimming, crafts, ice skating and more. $43 per day, $38 for Breckenridge residents. Registration forms may be downloaded from the website. 880 Airport Road, Breckendrige, 970-453-1734, breckenridgerecreation.com
Pura Vida
Nov. 18: “How to avoid common ski-related knee injuries” is the title of a free workshop offering ways to prepare for the ski season, along with tips on conditioning and hydration, 6 p.m. Reservations required. 2955 E. First Ave., 303-321-7872, puravidaclub.com
South Suburban’s “Turkey Burner”
Nov. 27: A “fitness jam” offered at three South Suburban recreation centers. 7-8:30 a.m. at Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle in Lone Tree, and 8:30-10 a.m. at Buck Recreation Center, 200 W. Powers Ave. in Littleton and Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd. in Centennial. Choose one, two or all three 30-minute options; classes vary by location. Included with admission fee. sspr.org
Thanksgiving Wetland Wildlife Walk
Nov. 29: A nature walk to observe the wetlands, 9:30-11:30 a.m. $4, $3 members. Reservations required. Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, 719-520-6745, elpasocountynaturecenters.com
Warren Miller
Through Nov. 26: Warren Miller releases its 65th ski film, “No Turning Back,” with footage from Colorado, Alaska, Montana, Japan, Greece, Norway, France and Switzerland. Dates, tickets and locations vary. Details on the website. warrenmiller.com
Whole Body Barre Studio
Nov. 22: Grand opening celebration of the new barre studio includes demonstrations, meet-and-greet with instructors, free all-level classes throughout the day, appetizers and refreshments. Classes begin at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. followed by a reception at 6 p.m. RSVP on the website. 1209 E. 9th Ave., wholebodybarre.com
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 Dec. 31: Classes 5:45-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-9:45 a.m. Saturdays. $5 minimum donation for charity. St. John’s Cathedral, 1350 Washington St., 303-894-0648,
L-Town Nutrition
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday: Ongoing classes focus on fitness and nutrition, 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Saturdays. Free. Reservations recommended, drop-ins welcome. 1360 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton, 303-730-2038, e-mail ltownnutrition@gmail.com
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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