Saturdays: Meet at parking lot by Mr. T's, Standiford and Tully, at 7 a.m. for a run along the canals. Speed and distances vary—there are groups of all ability of runners. Stay for doughnuts, coffee and conversation afterward.

Tuesdays: Modesto Junior College Track, Tully and Coldwell, 5:30 p.m. Interval workout of varying speed and distance—all levels welcome. If you don't feel like running fast, come jog or walk the track. But please stay to the outside. Save the inside lanes for people running fast intervals. Babyjoggers stay to the outside, also. Please no dogs or bicycles.

Thursday mornings: Meet at the parking lot of Mr. T's, Standiford and Tully, at 5 a.m. for a shorter run along the canals—4-4.5 miles. Bring a headlamp, if you have one, and wear reflective clothing. Stay for a quick doughnut and coffee afterward.

Thursday evenings: Meet at the covered picnic area in East LaLoma Park (not at SaveMart), off El Vista and Edgebrook, at 6 p.m. for a club run through the park.

Thursday Cheese & Wine training program: Informal training program for Cheese & Wine 5K and 10K walks/runs, Oct. 11. Meet at the covered picnic area in East LaLoma Park off El Vista and Edgebrook at 6 p.m. for about an hour. Wear comfortable walking/running shoes and bring water. Come out and join the group even if you don't plan to run either race. For more information, click here.

Please help us keep our races safe by not wearing headphones. ShadowChase is a member of the Road Runners Clubs of America, which is encouraging its member clubs to promote headphone-free races. RRCA's insurance carrier—which insures its members' races—also is urging race participants to run without headphones. Thank you.

July 26, 2008—Turlock Summer 5K Series, Turlock
Races are held at 8 a.m. at Crane Park, Canal and Berkeley, in Turlock. Race-day registration runs from 6:45-7:45. For more information, visit http://www.centralvalleyroadracing.moonfruit.com or Runners' Feet, 405 E. Main St., in Turlock.

July 27, 2008—Pear Fair 5- and 10-mile runs, Courtland
These races are billed as being 98 percent pavement-free. To register online, visit www.active.com. For more information about the event and a downloadable entry form, visit www.pearfairrun.com.

Aug. 7, 2008—Regular monthly meeting and potluck, East LaLoma Park
Run, 6:30 p.m. Potluck and meeting, 7:15 p.m. The meeting will be held at the covered picnic area in East LaLoma Park. There will be a demonstration on kettlebell fitness before the business portion of the meeting. For detailed directions, e-mail the address below.

Aug. 23, 2008—Inaugural Running of the Warriors 5K walk/run, CSU Stanislaus, Turlock
Race benefits CSUS men's and women's cross-country program. Check back later for a downloadable entry form. For more information, contact head coach Diljeet Taylor at 664-6840.

Aug. 30, 2008—Color the Skies Hot Air Balloon Festival 1-mile and 5K walk/runs, Ripon
Watch the hot air balloons lift off, then run or walk one of these events. There's also a kids' fun run. This run benefits Children Hospital Central California. For more information and a downloadable entry form, click here. Or register online at www.active.com.

Aug. 30, 2008—Turlock Summer 5K Series, Turlock
Races are held at 8 a.m. at Crane Park, Canal and Berkeley, in Turlock. Race-day registration runs from 6:45-7:45. For more information, visit http://www.centralvalleyroadracing.moonfruit.com or Runners' Feet, 405 E. Main St., in Turlock.

Sept. 4, 2008—Annual barbecue and regular monthly meeting, East LaLoma Park
Run, 6:30 p.m. Barbecue and meeting, 7:15 p.m. The club will furnish the meat and side dishes, such as potato salad. The meeting will be held at the covered picnic area in East LaLoma Park. For detailed directions, e-mail the address below.

Sept. 13, 2008—Mountain House 5K & 10K, Mountain House (near Tracy)
To register online, visit www.active.com.

Sept. 14, 2008—Banana Chase 5K & Young Champions Runs, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
This is a PA USA Track & Field championship race, so no headphones please. For more information, visit www.bananachase.com.

Sept. 20, 2008—Cancer Awareness 2-mile and 10K runs and 12-, 30- and 63-mile bike rides, MJC West, Modesto
Runs will be held at the Modesto Junior College West campus. New 10K course will eliminate traffic conflicts. Bike rides will start and finish at the college. Choose from 12, 30 or 63 miles. You must wear an ANSI-approved helmet. To register online, visit www.active.com. For a downloadable entry form, click here.

Oct. 2, 2008—Regular monthly meeting and potluck, East LaLoma Park
Run, 6:30 p.m. Potluck and meeting, 7:15 p.m. The meeting will be held at the covered picnic area in East LaLoma Park. For detailed directions, e-mail the address below.

Oct. 11, 2008—Riverbank Cheese & Wine 5K and 10K walk/runs, Riverbank
Gently challenging race courses start and finish at the Galaxy Theatres and travel through shady residential areas. For a downloadable entry form, click here. To register online, visit www.active.com.

Oct. 18, 2008—5K Tiger Dash and 1/2-mile Cub Run, UOP, Stockton
For more information and to register, visit www.active.com.

Oct. 19, 2008—Primo's Run for Education 5K & half marathon, San Ramon
Both the half and 5K are certified. 5K runners have a choice of being chip timed or doing a fun run/walk with no time. For more information, visit www.primosrun.com.

Oct. 25, 2008—P.U.M.P. It Up 10-K, 5K and 1/2-mile kids' run, Lodi
For more information, visit www.OnYourMarkEvents.com.

Oct. 26, 2008—Four Bridges Half Marathon and 3-person relay, Folsom
For more information, visit www.fourbridgeshalf.org.

Oct. 26, 2008—Grape Stomp Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, Livermore
For more information, visit www.finishlineproduction.com.

Nov. 1, 2008—11th annual Salmon 5K and Duathlon (run-bike-run), Knights Ferry
For more information, visit www.OnYourMarkEvents.com.

Nov. 6, 2008—Regular monthly meeting and potluck, Modesto Racquet and Athletic Club.
Run, 6:30; Potluck and meeting, 7;15. Modesto Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian (1 block north of Briggsmore and east of McHenry). For information or directions, e-mail the address at the bottom of the page.

Nov. 11-15, 2008—Four-Day Adventure Challenge, Sierra foothills
Paddle, rope, run, hike, orienteer and mountain bike. Three- and four-person mixed teams. For more information, visit www.teamkarma.com.

Nov. 26, 2008—Modesto Turkey Trot packet pick-up and walk-in registration, Modesto Junior College gym
Beat the rush—pick up your bib numbers and t-shirts the day before the big race. If you've delayed registering, here's your chance.

Nov. 27, 2008—Modesto Turkey Trot 5K and 1/2-mile kids' run, Tuolumne River Park
Start the Thanksgiving holiday off in a healthful way by walking or running this annual event that caters to families. For more information and a downloadable entry form, click here.

Nov. 30, 2008—24th annual Run Wild for a Child (formerly Run to the Far Side) 5K & 10K, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
This race benefits the San Francisco Firefighters' Toy Program, so run dressed as your favorite childhood toy to compete in the costume contest. For more information, visit www.RhodyCo.com.

Dec. 4, 2008—Regular monthly meeting, potluck and Christmas gift exchange
Location TBA. Festivities start at 7 p.m. Bring a wrapped gift of $20 or less to exchange. For information or directions, e-mail the address at the bottom of the page.

Dec. 6, 2008—Bah Humbug 5K, San Ramon
Check back later for more information.

2009
Jan. 24, 2009—Annual awards banquet/dance
Find out who was named the male and female runners of the year, the most inspirational runner and volunteer of the year at this annual event. See your friends in pictures during the multi-media slide show. Then dance the night away with a live DJ. The event will once again be held at the SOS Club—the same place as last year. Check back for more details and a downloadable reservation form.

Feb. 21, 2009—Ripon Almond Festival 1-mile and 8K runs, Ripon
For more information and to register online, visit www.active.com. A downloadable entry form will be coming soon. Please check back.

May 23, 2009—Modesto Classic 1-mile and 5K walk/runs and kids' free 800-meter run, Modesto
Check back later for more information on this annual event that's held in Tuolumne River Regional Park.

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