NORWICH – The 23rd annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl For Kids’ Sake fundraising event will take place on Saturday, March 20 at the Plaza Lanes in Norwich. All proceeds from the event go directly to serve children enrolled in the Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs throughout Chenango County.

People interested in participating in Bowl For Kids’ Sake can collect pledges then bowl a free game at Plaza Lanes. Pledge sheets are available at the Norwich YMCA, Plaza Lanes and The Place. Supporters pledge by the game or by the pin. People can form teams of up to 5 bowlers but smaller teams and single bowlers are also welcome. Bowlers are requested to call the BBBS office at 334-3878 and reserve a lane and bowling time by March 19. Bowling times are hourly from noon to 4 p.m. Individuals who are unable to participate in the event can also help by dropping off or mailing (BBBS PO Box 971, Norwich, NY 13815) a donation at The Place or at Plaza Lanes on March 20.

This year’s event has bigger and better prizes than ever! This year’s Grand Prize winner could take home an Ultimate Wii package including: Wii game console (sports package) and a Wii Fit. The individual with the second highest amount of pledge dollars will win a $250 Mirabito Fuel Group Gas Card and the Third Prize winner will receive a personal portable media player. Everyone raising more than $250.00 in pledges will also be entered into a drawing to win a flat screen TV.