Come out to Arvey Field Grant Park (500 S Columbus Drive) to participate in the third annual Chicago Moves Day 5K Fun Run! The event will take place on June 2nd at 6:02pm to celebrate National Running Day. The run is presented by the Mayor's Fitness Council and the Chicago Area Runners Association.
The event is self-timed offering walkers and runners of all abilities a great opportunity to get out and get moving. Bring your dog, bring your kids, and bring yourself to this 3.1 mile walk/run. Download a map of the course now.
Participation is FREE! Go go signmeup.com to register. Click here for additional information.
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Urban Initiatives' staffers Connie and Julie joined 71 passionate individuals representing 48 other committed organizations from across the country for The 4th Annual Urban Soccer Symposium held in Washington DC April 21st through 23rd. The symposium was graciously presented by the Urban Soccer Collaborative and the U.S. Soccer Foundation. We were delighted to be a part of it!
This national event was designed to help develop new programs and strengthen already existing ones who are using soccer as a tool for positive youth development in underserved communities. The event is the only national event that provides, resources, trainings, information, and networking opportunities specifically addressing the issues facing these programs.
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During the 2008-2009 season, FC Barcelona won a European treble, which refers to a team winning three trophies in a single season: winning the country's top tier league, a major domestic cup, and a continental championship.
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