Night of the Running Dead, Mali Rising Fundraiser & Ecogarden Potluck
By Eric S. Peterson @ericspeterson
Night of the Running Dead
Saturday, Oct. 9
It’s time to test out your cardio in this dry run for the zombie apocalypse. For this 5K run/walk, sign up as a human or a zombie. Zombie participants should come to the race wearing their best undead garb and be willing to chase the humans. Human participants will get a one-minute head start before the undead chase their brains down. Registration is $25 in advance or $30 the day of, with proceeds to benefit the Huntsman Cancer Research Foundation.
This is the Place Heritage Park, 2601 Sunnyside Ave., 801-230-1994, Oct. 9, 2-5:30 p.m. UndeadRace.com
Mali Rising Fundraiser Dinner & Auction
Saturday, Oct. 9 The world may be large, but good intent and good work can cover great distances. Come out to help support the Mali Rising Foundation to construct schools in the impoverished West African nation of Mali. Individual tickets are $150. The event features dinner, live and silent auctions and the music of Grammy winner Mamadou Diabate.
Little America Hotel, 500 S. Main, 801-957-6254, Oct. 9, 6-9 p.m. MaliRisingFoundation.org
Ecogarden Potluck
Wednesday, Oct. 13 If your looking to develop your green thumb and grow your own tasty food, drop in on this community potluck sponsored by Tree Utah. Participants are encouraged to bring entrees or dishes made with as many local ingredients as possible. Join other locavores and learn tips and tricks for sustainable living.
Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 801-364-2122, Oct. 13, 6-8 p.m. TreeUtah.org
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