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SATURDAY MAY 12

Williams-Sonoma Kids Workshop – Cupcake for Mom

• Dads and kids are invited to join Williams-Sonoma for a hands-on cupcake decorating event just for mom! Decorate your very own delicious cupcake for Mother’s Day while dad shops for the perfect gift.
• Complimentary event however reservations are recommended
• 10 a.m. – noon
• Williams-Sonoma

Kids for the Cure Fun Run

• Calling all kids! Join us tomorrow for the Race for the Cure pre-race run for children up through 12 years of age.  All children 4 & under must be accompanied by an adult on the race course. 
• The afternoon will include games, face painting, entertainers, clowns and medals as you cross the finish line.
• Registration opens up at 2:00 p.m.
• Race start 3:00 p.m.
• North Parking Lot 

Race for the Cure Pre Race Dinner

• This event welcomes survivors, volunteers, sponsors, and Race for the Cure participants. Catered by CRAVE restaurant.
• Tickets can be purchased in West Market Square beginning at 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 12. Pre-registered guests must check in at West Market Square before proceeding to their dinner locations.
• 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
•  The Great Room and Patio

SUNDAY MAY 13 | Mother’s Day

20th Annual Twin Cities Race for the Cure 5K Run/5K Walk

• The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® is a unique event, designed and implemented to promote positive awareness, education and early detection of breast cancer.

Health Expo Area, Met

• Stop by the Health Expo to receive breast cancer educational materials, product samples, food and gifts from Race sponsors! There will be interviews and outdoor performances taking place as well on the KARE 11 stage.
• 7 – 10:00 a.m.

Here’s a link where you can find the Complete Guide to Race for the Cure

Image sources (clockwise from top left): Better Homes and Gardens, rockin roll doll and Elements of Style Blog

I find it amazing how a bright color can change your mood, brighten your day and accent your features in ways you never thought possible. As one who usually prefers the neutral grays and browns, I’m surprised by how smitten I am by chartreuse lately. It’s perfect as a top with jeans, a blouse with a pencil skirt or as a bold jewelry piece to frame your face. Chartreuse is a bright color but doesn’t limit your outfit. It leaves you free to accessorize with bags, makeup and other items already in your closet. The color has even found its place in home and wedding decor as flowers and statement pieces alike. If you’ve been on the hunt for an eye-popping piece in this yellow-green hue, you can stop searching now and just head to Mall of America®. It was a breeze to find twelve pieces from our 500+ stores, the hardest part will be deciding which ones to purchase.

1. Concert Bra Corset available at Aerie
2. Keds Champion Brights Canvas Sneaker available at DSW
3. iPod Shuffle from available at the Apple Store
4. Cuff Daddy Chartreuse Bars available at Sears
5. Green Mountain Polo available at Abercrombie & Fitch
6. Island mosaic bracelet available at Banana Republic
7. Theyskens’ Theory ‘Couse Icracks’ Tank available at Nordstrom
8. Felipa available at Aldo
9. Renee ombre beaded clutch available at Banana Republic
10. Equipment ‘Diem’ Tie Front Sleeveless Silk Blouse available at Nordstrom
11. Pulsera Triangulos available at Maria Rivolta
12. Colorful teardrop earrings available at Banana Republic

The 20th Anniversary of Race for the Cure is this Sunday, May 13 (Mother’s Day!). We can’t wait to be blinded by pink and surrounded by inspiring men and women. It is a morning jam-packed with fun and we want to help rid any ambiguity, so here is your complete guide to the 20th Annual Susan G. Komen® Twin Cities Race for the Cure:

 Where to register

If you haven’t registered yet, don’t sweat it! You can either register online or register the morning of the race at Mall of America® in the Rotunda from 6 – 9:30 a.m.

When and where to pick up your Race for the Cure t-shirts

If you are part of a team: May 9 – May 13

Registered teams can pick up their TEAM T-SHIRTS and RACE BIBS at Mall of America in Macy’s Court on the first floor. Team captains, or a designated team member, must pick up the entire team’s materials to distribute to members. Hours for pick up are:  today, Thurs., May 10 from noon – 8 p.m., Fri., May 11 and Sat., May 12 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Race Day from 6 – 9:30 a.m.

If you are an individual registrant: May 11 –May 13

Registered participants can pick up their  T-SHIRTS and RACE BIBS at Mall of America in the Rotunda. Hours for pick up are Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Race Day from 6 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

What time will roads close around Mall of America?

6:00 a.m.

What roads will be closed around Mall of America?

Important: I-494 East and West-bound between 34th Avenue and Highway 5 will be reduced to a single lane according to Minnesota Department of Transportation. Please expect delays.

American Boulevard

24th Avenue: South of American Boulevard to Killebrew

Lindau Lane: Closed from Ikea way to 24th Avenue

What are the best parking options?

• Be sure to continue to follow Mall of America on Twitter @MallofAmerica and #moaparking for your best parking options.
• All roads in will have heavy traffic. Follow the directions of police officers on all roadways.
• Carpooling and light-rail are encouraged!

Where do I get all the goodies?

The HEALTH EXPO-OUTSIDE is where you can receive breast cancer educational materials, product samples, and gifts from Race sponsors. This location has changed from previous years. It will not be in the North parking lot located next to IKEA. It will be open from 7 – 10 a.m.

Race day event timeline

• 6 – 9:30 a.m.: Registration (Rotunda)
• 6 – 9:30 a.m.: Team t-shirt and bib pick-up (Sears Court)
• 7 – 10:00 a.m.: Health Expo – Outside (North Parking lot next to IKEA)
• 7:00 a.m.: Aerobic Warm Up – Outside (North Parking lot next to IKEA)
• 7:25 a.m.: 5K Women’s and Men’s Wheelchair Run-Outside
• 7:30 a.m.: 5K Women’s and Men’s Combined Run-Outside
• 9:00 a.m.: 5K Walk-Outside
• 9:30 a.m.: 1K Walk-Inside MOA (Level 2, near Sears)
• 10:10 – 11:25 a.m.: Survivor Celebration (Rotunda)

WEATHER

Cooler in the morning but no signs of rain! Our friends at KARE 11 are saying the weather will be sunny in the morning with walking temperatures in the mid 50s.