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Special Populations/Special Events Division The Special Populations/Special Events Division is re- sponsible for programming the department's special events such as holiday festivals, community events, and annual athletic competitions. The division is also a liaison with other community agencies in developing recreational opportuni- ties for special populations. In addition, the division super- visor acts as local coordinator for both Cabarrus Senior Games and Cabarrus Special Olympics. Special Events 1996 - 97 county-wide special events included: Thanksgiving "Leftovers" Race: Historic Downtown Concord was the site of the second Thanksgiving "Left- overs" 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, participants were awarded left over tro- phies and shirts. Cooperative Christian Ministries was the beneficiary of proceeds from the race. WesternFest, A sanctioned Junior Rodeo: This western style festival was held at Frank Liske Park in mid-October. County music, western style food, western tack and wear, and a cow patty bingo raffle were all part of this popular event. Over 1000 were in attendance, along with over 100 participants in the Junior Rodeo. Holiday Highlight: Frank Liske Park was again the site of the annual Holiday Highlight, as over 3000 people enjoyed this festival of lights holiday celebration. Held over three days in December, the festival included an evening drive through the park to enjoy over 12,000 holiday lights, mu- sic, hot air balloons, live nativity scene, and Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Share Cabarrus "Run for your Life" 5K, 8K, and 1 Mile Fun Walk: The road race was held in conjunction with the Cabarms Chamber of Commerce's Share Cabarrus Festival held in April. The mn was held in downtown Concord's historic district, and attracted 112 runners and walkers.