The Area Three Special Olympics Bowling Meet is set to take place on Sat., Jan. 23, all day, beginning at 9 a.m., at Hanover Lanes, Route 10 East (across from Target), in East Hanover. The event is free and open to the public.

The Special Olympics Bowling Meet will showcase the bowling skills of Special Olympics athletes from Morris, Sussex and Warren counties. Special Olympics is a voluntary, nonprofit organization that offers sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with mental retardation and other closely related developmental disabilities. The Olympic-style competition helps athletes develop strength, coordination and athletic skills as they compete and achieve success. For further information about Area 3 Special Olympics, or to volunteer, contact sonjarea3@live.com or 973-537-2901.