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Fitness Camp
Jul 16 – Dec 31.
Do cardiovascular and strength training exercises, and learn about proper nutrition. Sessions are from 8-9 a.m. Saturdays.
Lake Hico Park.
$20.

filed under: Health and Wellness, Outdoors, Community.

Weekly Group Walk
Jan 3 – Dec 31.
Walks are Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the multi-use trail next door. Walk two or four miles.
Fleet Feet Sports.
Free.

filed under: Health and Wellness, Outdoors.

Make a Difference 5K
Sat, Feb 18, 8:30 am.
SouthGroup Insurance Services is the host. The event includes a run/walk and a one-mile fun run. Proceeds benefit Blair E. Batson Children's Hospital. Registration available at mstrackclub.com.
Woodlands Office Park.
$25 run/walk, $15 fun run.

filed under: Outdoors, Be the Change, Sports.

Mardi Pardi 5K Run and Triathlon
Sat, Feb 18, 9:00 am.
Individuals and three-person relay teams welcome.
Washington Street Pier.
$25 5K run, $50 triathlon, $60 per person in relay team.

filed under: Community, Outdoors, Sports.

Community Bike Ride
Fri, Feb 24, 6:00 pm.
Jackson Bike Advocates is the sponsor. The destination will be announced later.
Rainbow Whole Foods Co-operative Grocery.

filed under: Community, Outdoors, Sports.

Walk for a Wish
Sat, Feb 25, 8:00 am.
Registration is at 7:30 a.m. The Chi Delta Chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity at Millsaps College is the sponsor. The event includes a walk and a one-mile fun run. The race begins at the north entrance on Riverside Drive. Proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Millsaps College.
$15 in advance, $20 day of event, children 5 and under free.

filed under: Outdoors, Be the Change, Sports.

Fight for Air Climb 5K
Sat, Feb 25, 9:00 am.
Check-in is at 8 a.m. Proceeds benefit the American Lung Association, Participants must raise at least $100 to enter the race.
Trustmark Park.
$25 registration fee.

filed under: Sports, Be the Change, Outdoors.

Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
Feb 25 – Feb 26.
The annual show features dealers, demonstrations and exhibits. See gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, lapidary tools and much more. Shows are on Feb. 25 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Feb. 26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mississippi Trade Mart.
$5, $3 students.

filed under: Exhibits and Openings, Creative Classes, Community, Outdoors, Shopping and Sales, Family, Artistic Opportunities, Youth.

Racing for Donation 8K Run/Walk
Sat, Mar 31, 7:30 am.
On Liberty Road, Flowood. The Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency is the host. The race also includes a one-mile fun run for children ages 12 and under. Parking available at the agency's parking lot (4400 Lakeland Drive, Flowood).
*N/A.
$20 run/walk by March 24, $25 after, $5 fun run.

filed under: Outdoors, Be the Change, Sports.

Traffick Jam Walkathon
Sat, Apr 14, 9:00 am.
Participants are to ask 10 people for a dollar per mile walked with a goal of 10 miles and $100. The 10 miles can be split up among a team. A post-walk rally and concert follows at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Hard Places Community (HPC) and their work against child sex trafficking in Phnom Phen, Cambodia. Visit traffickjamasia.com for more details.
Sneaky Beans.
Donations welcome.

filed under: Be the Change, Outdoors, Community, Concerts.

Relay for Life - Central Rankin
Apr 20 – Apr 21.
Relay for life is a fundraiser for American Cancer Society. There are activities, food stands, and entertainment set up around a walking track at Shiloh Park. Great night for the whole family. Please come out and join us or call to set up a team!
Shiloh Park.

filed under: Community, Outdoors, Be the Change, Family, Business & Networking, Food and Drink.

WaterFest 2012
Sat, Apr 21, 10:00 am.
Learn ways to protect the Ross Reservoir, and enjoy food, music and children's activities.
Old Trace Park.
Free admission.

filed under: Community, Outdoors, Food and Drink.

River to the Rails Festival
May 4 – May 5.
On Front and Howard streets. Main Street Greenwood hosts the annual event that includes music, a barbecue completion, a pet parade, an art show and food vendors. The festival starts May 4 at 5 p.m. and May 5 at 9 a.m.
Downtown Greenwood.
Free admission.

filed under: Exhibits and Openings, Concerts, Community, Outdoors, Food and Drink.

Natchez Trace Century Ride
Sat, May 12, 7:30 am.
Enjoy a scenic bike ride on the Natchez Trace Parkway. Choose from distances of 25, 50, 62 and 100 miles. Rest stops with refreshments will be available approximately every 10 miles. T-shirt and post-ride meal included. Online registration at natchezcenturyride.racesonline.com through May 9.
Old Trace Park.
$35 through April 13, $45 after.

filed under: Sports, Outdoors, Community.

Dragon Boat Regatta
Sat, May 19, 9:00 am.
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is the host. The event includes boat races and a festival on shore with live music, a children’s village and food. Contact the chamber to register a team for the boat race (fee applies).
Ross Barnett Reservoir.
Free admission.

filed under: Sports, Outdoors, Community.

C Spire Summer Soaker
Sat, May 26, 10:00 am.
Visitors participate in a one-mile fun run and cool off at the museum's fountain. Pre-registration required.
Mississippi Children's Museum.
$10.

filed under: Youth, Family, Sports, Outdoors, Community.

Heatwave Classic Triathlon
Sat, Jun 2, 7:00 am.
Participants swim half a mile at the Ross Barnett Reservoir, bike 24.5 miles along the Natchez Trace Parkway and complete a 10K run on the Ridgeland Multi-purpose Trail. Register by May 30; can register at heatwavetri.racesonline.com.
*multiple locations.
$75, $135 by May 6, $85, $145 after.

filed under: Community, Outdoors, Sports.


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