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Olympic Fun Day Takes Place Saturday

Patch is excited to join with First Lady Michelle Obama in a nationwide celebration of the Games.

 

There’s something about watching Olympic athletes that makes many of us want to get off the couch and go break a world record.

Well, maybe not a world record. But at least a jog around the block!

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That's why Patch editors are excited to join with First Lady Michelle Obama for an event called "Olympic Fun Day" this Saturday. The first lady is leading the U.S. Olympic delegation at the Summer Games opening ceremonies in London on Friday; the next day will see communities across America celebrating the Olympics, and fitness in general, with a variety of special events. In Minnesota, events are taking place in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Chaska (several events are still being organized; check back at this site to see other, last-minute events being planned).

Meanwhile, Obama's fitness initiative, Let’s Move, and Patch are teaming up to bring Olympic sports to life for you and your family in towns across America. Here's how:

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1. If you (or anyone you know) needs additional motivation in getting started down the road to physical fitness, check out Partnership for a Healthier America’s website, where you can track down professionals who offer instruction in your region in everything from swimming to cycling to sprinting.

2. You can find local Olympic Fun Day events on the First Lady’s Let’s Move website, which right now has a great page about how to set up your own local Olympics, full of fun and fresh air!

3. Check out our Directory and Events Calendar. We have listings for places that teach everything from karate to weight training. In our calendar of events, you can find day camps where you could learn archery or play soccer. Or if you are looking for a great venue to watch events that are more fun with a crowd, check out our listing of great local sports bars.

And don't forget to go for the gold!


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