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Weekend Countdown: Girls on the Run

Celebrate girl power with a power walk or run at this 5K fundraiser.

Tuesday brings us just a tad closer to the weekend, and we're here to help you plan. Yesterday we suggested 's production of It's a Wonderful Life.

Today's pick:

New Balance Girls on the Run 5K

  • Where: Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center, 799 N. Hewitt Rd., Ypsilanti
  • When: 9:30 a.m.-noon, Sunday
  • Pricing: $25 through Wednesday, $30 after Wednesday.
  • Why Go: St. Joseph Mercy Hospital presents the New Balance Girls on the Run 5K, featuring hundreds of girls celebrating their "girl power" with a 3.1-mile run, though the event is open to anyone who wants to participate. There will also be a celebration and expo in the EMU Convocation Center, with music, concessions, a bounce house, face painting and more. The event is open from 10 a.m.-noon. Proceeds benefit Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan.

Want more? Check back tomorrow for another weekend idea.

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