UPCOMING EVENTS

16th Annual SARIS Spoke Out Ride and Walk to Keep Kids Safe
Saturday, May 10, 2008

The 16th Annual SARIS Spoke Out Ride and Walk to Keep Kids Safe will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Wisconsin, a program of Children's Service Society of Wisconsin. The ride/walk will start and end at Olin Park in Madison, Wis. between 9:00 am and noon. The event features a bike ride around Lake Monona, a 30-mile ride or a 2.5-mile walk plus a fun-filled celebration with refreshments and family entertainment.  This is an opportunity to be a part of one of Wisconsin's longest running rides or walks to prevent child abuse. Training for the SARIS Spoke Out is a great opportunity to kick-off the spring outdoor season. Pre-registration is $20 for adults and $5 for youth 17 and under. Children under 5 years old are free. Visit www.firstgiving.com/pcaw or call (608) 256-3374 for more information about being a participant, sponsor or volunteer.

PAST EVENTS

January 14, 2006

Mayor Dave joins kids from local community centers in skiing around the Square at the Capitol Square Sprints event.  

October 22, 2005

Mayor Dave and Girl Neighborhood Power jump rope at the opening of the Madison Children Museum's exhibit "The Body Shop"

September 10, 2005

Mayor Dave Races Around the Square with 400 Kids in the Fit Kids Challenge

Over 800 kids from 18 months to 12 years old  participated in the 2005 Fit Kids Challenge, which kicked off May 11 and ended September 11 with a special celebration.   Over half were able to join Mayor Dave for the September 10 race around the Square, followed by a party with games, music and healthy snacks on the rooftop of Monona Terrace.  Each participating child received an Olympic-style medal as the crossed the Ironman finish line.  

The Fit Kids Challenge and Celebration was presented by Wisconsin Sports Development Corporation and Fit City Madison.

Mayor Dave Kicks Off Fit Kids Challenge With a Walk at Schenk Elementary School

On May 11, Mayor Dave along with Gov. Doyle, Bucky Badger and the Health Nut, launched a 16-week program to help keep kids active this summer. The free activity-based project encourages kids to log their hours of active play time to accumulate time and reach milestones. Schenk students, the choir and The event culminates September 11 with a fun run around the Capitol Square finishing at the Ironman Finish Line. 

Cooking Demonstration - April 6, 2004

Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and County Executive Kathleen Falk assist Madison Area Technical College Chef Paul Short in a cooking demonstration at the South Madison Health and Family Center. Chef Short demonstrated healthy cooking techniques and prepared two soup recipes.

Interested in another Cooking Demonstration? Contact Your Fit City Coordinator at 608-294-5323