The Special Olympics Pennsylvania Carbon County Chapter is hosting the eighth annual bowling competition at Haja Lanes in Palmerton on Feb. 23, beginning at 2:15 p.m. Athlete registration begins at 1:45.

Volunteers are needed to help with the event. Anyone volunteering should report at 1 p.m.If you are interested in volunteering, call Sheri Anthony, volunteer coordinator, at 610-826-5810 or 610-737-0469; or email

sheria@ptd.net.For more information regarding Special Olympics Pa Carbon County, visit

www.specialolympicscarboncounty.com.