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The Special Olympics Arkansas Summer Games, May 22-24 at Harding University in Searcy.
The Special Olympics Arkansas Summer Games, May 22-24 at Harding University in Searcy.

Next week

Victory: Cheer on the swimmers, weight lifters, bocce ball throwers, runners and jumpers in the Special Olympics Arkansas Summer Games, May 22-24 at Harding University in Searcy. Law enforcement officers from around the state will kick things off with the Law Enforcement Torch Run starting Monday and continuing until the opening ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. May 22. Competition takes place May 23-24. There are plenty of opportunities for volunteers, and spectators are appreciated. Call (800) 722-9063 or visit specialolympicsarkansas.org.

Next month

Valentine: There will be a healthy dose of the Bard, and a little music too, as the Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre presents its annual Arkansas Shakespeare Festival, June 5-29 at various locations in Conway and North Little Rock. This year's productions are The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Hamlet, The Comedy of Errors and the non-Shakespeare musical Pippin. Ticket prices vary by performance and production, from "pay what you can" to $28. Call (501) 450-3265 or visit arkshakes.com.

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