Prepping for the big race

Volunteer Carrie Thomas looks on as land tortoise “Turbo” is pictured getting ready for his debut on the “lettuce race” track this weekend; one of many events that will be enjoyed by attendees of Country Ark Farm’s Family Frolic beginning at 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 20 at the Riverview Inn in Matamoras. The two-part event includes an afternoon featuring many people-friendly animals and an evening, beginning at 6:30 p.m., of an all-you-can-eat barbecue and a live auction. Admission to the afternoon event is free, and tickets will be sold at the door for dinner. Money raised will benefit Country Ark Farm, which is devoted to serving the needs of developmentally disabled children and adults. For more information, call 570-559-7844.