BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//AM 1240 WJON - ECPv3.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:AM 1240 WJON X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://wjon.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for AM 1240 WJON X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19700102 DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20110221T203842 LAST-MODIFIED:20110221T203842 UID:8342--86400@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:SDRS Winter National Snowmobile Drag Races DESCRIPTION:The Walker American Legion will be hosting the MSDRS Winter National snowmobile drag races Feb. 26&27. The event will start at noon with racer registration taking place at the legion on Friday. For more information go to http:// www.msdrs.org/index.php?pr=Home_Page. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/sdrs-winter-national-snowmobile-drag-races/26-february-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19700102 DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20110621T212745 LAST-MODIFIED:20110621T212809 UID:19180--86400@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:1st Annual Tanner’s Team 5k Walk/Run DESCRIPTION:The 1st Annual Tanner’s Team 5k Walk/Run is June 25th at 8:30am starting at Bob Cross Park in Sauk Rapids. All proceeds will be used to help families dealing with cancer and childhood illnesses in central Minnesota. For more information contact John or Cindy Fuls at 320-654-9235. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/1st-annual-tanners-team-5k-walkrun/25-june-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120110T152249 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T152249 UID:65830--@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:9th Annual Holdingford Sno-Flyers Vintage Run DESCRIPTION:The 9th Annual Holdingford Sno-Flyers Vintage Run is Saturday\, January 14th at the Sno-Flyers Clubhouse.  Located 2 miles South of Holdingford on Cty. Rd 9 and one mile west on 400th street. The event features a 13-mile trail – open to vintage sleds as well as modern sleds – a swap meet\, awards and door prizes.There will also be door prizes and activities. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/9th-annual-holdingford-sno-flyers-vintage-run/14-january-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120123T145603 LAST-MODIFIED:20120123T150605 UID:69277--@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:Old Glory Run DESCRIPTION:Join us\, WJON\, as we support one of Central Minnesota’s premier 5k events this summer. The Old Glory Run returns to Cold Spring on Saturday\, May 19th.  While this is a 5k\, you can choose to run or walk the course.  There’s even a 1k fun run for kids.  Last year\, there were over 1400 participants from 110 cities covering 4 different states. This event is different from most races throughout the summer\, as the Old Glory Run is dedicated to those who have served or are currently serving in the military.  And the closing ceremonies reflect that. Whether you run\, walk or just come to support those who serve\, plan to be in Cold Spring on May 19th.  For information on this year’s Old Glory Run and to see what the event is all about\, visit their website. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/old-glory-run/19-may-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120305T133110 LAST-MODIFIED:20120429T180708 UID:80719--@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:Walk MS-St. Cloud DESCRIPTION: Walk MS-St. Cloud will be held May 6 at Apollo High School.  Registration begins at 8 a.m. Walk MS helps raise funds for research\, as well as comprehensive programs and services for people affected by the disease\, to move us closer to a world free of MS. Sponsored by the National MS Society\, Walk MS is a simple but incredibly powerful way for you to share in the hope for the future. It's a day to come together\, to be together\, to celebrate the movement together. Erkens Water will keep you hydrated\, Papa Murphy's will keep you well fed. Walkers can choose a two-\, seven- or nine-mile route. For more info: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/mnm/fundraising-events/walk-ms/index.aspx LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/walk-ms-st-cloud/06-may-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120515T143946 LAST-MODIFIED:20120515T143946 UID:101402--@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:2nd Annual Tanner’s Team 5K DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Tanner’s Team 5K will start approximately 1/2 mile east of the front parking lot of the Sauk Rapids Middle School\, at Bob Cross Park\, on June 23rd\, 2012 at 8:30 AM. Awards will follow shortly after the last finisher. The race will have a fee of $20 dollars postmarked before June 1st\, $25 on race day Pre-registration guarantees a t-shirt while registering after the postmarked date or on race day are only while supplies last! Chip timing provided by Pickle events. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/2nd-annual-tanners-team-5k/23-june-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19700102 DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120622T173206 LAST-MODIFIED:20120622T173322 UID:112111--86400@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:Mudman 5K Obstacle Race in Kimball, Minnesota on August 18, 2012 DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_112112" align="aligncenter" width="630" caption="Kenny Holston 21\, Flickr"][/caption] The MUDMAN is a super fun and crazy tough 5k obstacle race where participants will run\, walk\, climb\, and crawl through the most challenging obstacle race course in the upper Midwest. In addition to having the entire event set on the hills of the beautiful Powder Ridge Ski Resort\, racers will encounter 10 or more challenging obstacles before crossing the finish line very tired and very muddy! With several racing options available\, make it a fun day by choosing to race as an individual\, with a buddy\, or by entering the 'Parent/Kid' division. You can also bring your little ones to do the one mile MUDMAN JR. You will definitely not want to miss the POST-RACE FESTIVITIES with costume judging and awards\, live music\, great food\, and plenty of cold refreshments! When you go home\, we promise that you will be as dirty\, sore\, and tired as humanly possible! Plus\, you'll have bragging rights\, maybe some cool battle scars\, and some really awesome race swag! MUDMAN: Race solo\, as a Team of 2\, or with a Group of friends\, find a crazy fun costume or your toughest gladiator wear\, and prepare to GET DIRTY! The MUDMAN is a super-challenging\, super-fun 5k obstacle race where participants will run\, walk\, climb\, and crawl through our maze of mud! MUDMAN JR: Do you have a Junior Mudman in the making? Children ages 6-12 can compete in our Mudman Jr race. With a kid-friendly 1mile option\, no one gets left out! PARENT/KID: Jump in the mud with one of your toughest offspring! Kids age 10-15 can compete the full Mudman Race with an adult! Costumes are optional\, but highly recommended! Register and get more info. at www.mudmanrace.com or pick up information at any local Walgreen’s store. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/mudman-5k-obstacle-race-in-kimball-minnesota-on-august-18-2012/18-august-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19700102 DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120828T151927 LAST-MODIFIED:20120828T151927 UID:128380--86400@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:Graniteman Half Marathon & Granite Kids Fun Run DESCRIPTION: Lace up your shoes and get ready to race! The Graniteman Half Marathon events will include the the USATF certified Graniteman Half Marathon\, 5k & 10k courses\, and the Granite Kids Fun Runs. First up is the Kids Fun Run on Friday\, September 7th. This run is a part of the 2012 BLEND FIT Kid Series and is open to kids ages 3 to 14. The first 200 participants will receive a Granite Kids t-shirt.  All participants will receive a race bag\, participation medal and will be eligible for the other great prizes that are associated with the Blend Fit Kid Series. Race Info: Registration and packet pick-up is also starts at the same time and ends at 6 p.m. Line-up for the kids fun run is at 6:30 starting off with the 1k. How far the kids run is based on their age.  Ages three to five is a half mile\, six to eight is three-fourths of a mile\, and kids from nine-thirteen is one mile. An awards presentation along with prizes and drawings will be held at 7:30 p.m. The Graniteman Half Marathon is 13.1 miles\, the 5k is 3.1 miles and the 10k is 6.2 miles. You will run through rural Sauk Rapids\, residential\, commercial and country areas\, along smoothly paved roads that offer both fast flats and rolling hills. Race Info: Registration and packet pick-up is at 6-8 a.m. The half marathon starts at 8:00 a.m. The 5K and 10K start at 8:15 a.m. North Crest Kids Activity Center will have its staff on hand Saturday\, September 8th  to supervise your kids while you race!  Your kids can play indoors on trampolines\, foam pits\, slides\, ropes\, watch movies\, and more or outside on our secure outdoor playground area.  All of this fun for only $5 per kid!  Show up the morning of or pre-register at northcrestgym.com. To register\, sign up to volunteer\, or to grab more information\, visit granitemanhalfmarathon.com LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/graniteman-half-marathon-granite-kids-fun-run/07-september-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120910T141813 LAST-MODIFIED:20120910T141813 UID:131162--@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:Arc Midstate 1st Annual Freaky 5k DESCRIPTION:Arc Midstate 1st Annual Freaky 5k is Saturday\, October 27 at Whitney Park in St. Cloud. A Halloween-themed-family-friendly event for all ages and abilities! Wear your favorite costume as you run/walk the race! The purpose of this event is for Arc Midstate to raise funds that enable us to continue our services to children and adults with developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome\, Autism\, Asperger’s\, Spina Bifida\, Fragile X and other developmental disabilities and their families. All funds raised stay local! For more information\, please call 320-251-7272 LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/arc-midstate-1st-annual-freaky-5k/27-october-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:19700102 DTSTAMP:20130522T152241 CREATED:20120924T142651 LAST-MODIFIED:20120924T142702 UID:134673--86400@http://wjon.com SUMMARY:4th annual Above and Beyond 5K DESCRIPTION:Great River Area Faith in Action is hosting their 4th annual Above and Beyond 5K to support The Bridging Project at 9am on Saturday\, October 6. Online registration is available at their website until October 4 at www.gra-fia.org and same day registration is also available at Faith in Action's Main Office located at 13074 Edgewood Street in Becker. The cost is $25 and includes a tshirt\, pork chop meal and post race refreshments. LOCATION: URL:http://wjon.com/events-st-cloud/4th-annual-above-and-beyond-5k/06-october-2012/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR