Lupus benefits races set May 20

The 22nd Norma Lampert Memorial Lupus Springers 5k and walk, benefiting Lupus Foundation of Arkansas Inc., is scheduled Saturday, May 20 at 8 a.m. at Mid-America Park, 101 College Dr., in Hot Springs.

The 5k race offers trophies to walkers, runners and wheelchair participants. The Walk to End Lupus is recreational, for walkers only, with no trophies offered.

Entry fee is $25 before May 18 and $30 afterward, with $2.50 extra for a commemorative T-shirt exceeding size X-large.

Online registration may be made at www.lupus-arkansas.com. Registration forms also are available by calling 501-525-9380 or 800-294-8878. Race volunteers are welcome.

Jamesetta Smith, of Hot Springs, is chairman of the Lupus Foundation of Arkansas Inc. chapter.

Local church plans basketball program

Saturday's community fellowship at Unity Church of God in Christ, 200 Gardner St., includes registration for a basketball program.

Volunteer coaches are welcome and parents are needed as chaperones. The fellowship event is free and lasts from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. including an Easter egg hunt and hot dogs and soft drinks.

For more information, call 501-321-1837 or 501-463-3294.

Sports on 04/10/2017

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