Volunteers are needed for two Special Olympics PA Carbon Countyevents.

Track and field trainings from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the L.B. Morris Gymnasium in Jim Thorpe.Many volunteers are needed to help the athletes prepare for a successful season. Volunteers are asked to arrive about 12:15 p.m. and wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.No prior track and field experience is necessary, just a desire to learn andhelp.Training days will vary between Saturdays and Sundays depending on the schedules of coaches and volunteers.Volunteers are also needed for the ninth annual bowling competition Special Olympics Pa Carbon County Eastern Sectional Qualifier.The event will be held Saturday at Fritz's Lanes, Second Street, Lehighton. There is a need for at least five volunteers to help with each flight.Volunteer arrival time for Flight 1 is 11:15 a.m. The competition begins promptly at noon.Volunteer arrival time for Flight 2 is 2:30 p.m. The competition begins promptly at 3 p.m.Anyone who would like to volunteer may contact Sheri Anthony, volunteer coordinator, at 610-737-0469, or at

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

www.specialolympicscarboncounty.com.