Join us at the ABR Pre-Preakness Party May 17th | 7PM-10PM Mt. Washington Tavern, Baltimore, MD The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has once again been named the beneficiary of Preakness’ most anticipated event: America’s Best Racing’s Pre-Preakness Party. The eighth annual Pre-Preakness Party is set to be held on Wednesday, May 17, at the Mt. Washington Tavern in Baltimore, Maryland. Organized by America’s Best Racing, this party has become the most popular Preakness week event that is open to everyone. For just $25 each, tickets include secure access to the Sky Bar (2nd floor) at the Mt. Washington Tavern and the following: One (1) complimentary drink ticket Complimentary snack platters (wings, dips, veggie, cheeses) Access to well-known horse racing personalities and handicapping experts Networking opportunity among racing enthusiasts Read the official press release HERE.

735 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40502-1601, United States After a pandemic-induced break, Coles is thrilled to bring back their Cole's Community Table dinner series, an initiative to benefit local nonprofits making positive change in the Bluegrass! The first dinner will be for the incredible nonprofit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, which awards grants to organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds once their racing career is over. These beautiful animals are an integral part of what makes the Bluegrass so beautiful. Enjoy a fabulous meal AND you'll support a happy and healthy life for the horses at the heart of Lexington's culture. A portion of all proceeds from the night will be donated directly to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. All you have to do is come in and enjoy a delicious meal! More info here.

SAVE THE DATE! Our popular Judged Trail Ride will be held on Sunday, November 19th at the farm Open to horses and riders of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Try your skill along a marked trail with 10-15 obstacles in the fields and woods bordering the rescue and the Sassafras River. Tackle the trail with friends in groups of 3-5 riders. Riders receive a score of 0-10 points for each obstacle. Certain obstacles will have a higher degree of difficulty and will be worth double points. Obstacle judges will explain each obstacle as you arrive. Horses will be judged on calm successful completion of each obstacle. Simply attempting an obstacle will be given a “1”- Bypassing an obstacle will be given a “0”. In the event of a tie, tie will be broken by the rider with the higher scores at the double pointed obstacles. Ride is NOT timed. First group goes out at 10:00 AM, last at 1:00 PM– groups go out every 20 minutes. Please arrive and be ready to ride any time between 10:00 AM-1:00 PM. Ribbons 1st-6th for the top placings in each division. You may enter three divisions that you are eligible for- your first ride will be judged and that score will be used for placings in each division entered. Divisions: Junior Rider (under 18), Young Adult Rider (18-30), Adult Rider (31-60) Older & Wiser ( 61 & up), Green Horse (any horse or pony 5 yrs & under or TBs less than 1 year off the track), Thoroughbred, Non Thoroughbred, Adopted (Any breed, bring proof of adoption), MAHR Grad, English Tack, Western/Aussie/Other Tack. This promises to be a FUN day, with ribbons 1st-6th and free refreshments. Overall High Point and Reserve High Point ribbon for the horse/rider with the best score of the day. Negative Coggins within one year required. Securely fastened ASTM-SEI Helmets and Proper Footwear MANDATORY- NO EXCEPTIONS. Fee $50- for up to three divisions. PRE-ENTRIES ONLY, signed entry form, COVID-19 Waiver, Coggins, and payment must be submitted by Saturday 11/18 at 6:00 PM. Email bev@midatlantichorserescue.org Call for more info 610-405-0607. Click on the link for an entry form and prize list: MAHRTrailride2023

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced the dates of the annual Off to the Races Campaign, an online benefit auction featuring VIP racing experience packages with all proceeds going to support accredited aftercare. This online auction provides a chance for the public to bid on 18 VIP racing experience packages, granting access to major race days at renowned racetracks across North America in 2024 and 2025. Each package features an exclusive itinerary of horse racing-related activities, alongside tickets to designated race days and more, promising unforgettable experiences. Bidding opens Thursday, January 25 at 10 AM EST and closes February 2 at 10 PM EST. Those who are interested can view items and register to bid in advance. Visit thoroughbredaftercare.org/offtotheraces to view and bid on all VIP experiences. VIP Experiences include: 2024 VIP Tampa Bay Derby – March 9, 2024 2024 VIP NHC Last Chance/First Chance Qualifier – March 14, 2024 2024 VIP Texas Champions Day – March 23, 2024 2024 VIP Florida Derby – March 30, 2024 2024 VIP Santa Anita Derby – April 6, 2024 2024 VIP Blue Grass Stakes – April 6, 2024 2024 VIP Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby – May 3-4, 2024 2024 VIP Preakness 149 – May 17-18, 2024 2024 VIP Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Racetrack – June 7-8, 2024 2024 VIP Haskell Stakes – July 20, 2024 2024 VIP Whitney Stakes – August 2-3, 2024 2024 VIP Canterbury Park Experience – Valid any day of the 2024 Live Race Meet 2024 VIP King’s Plate – August 17, 2024 2024 VIP Pacific Classic – August 31, 2024 *Date subject to change 2024 VIP Virginia Derby Day – September 7, 2024 2024 VIP Maryland Million Day – October 2024 2024 VIP Breeders’ Cup World Championships – November 1-2, 2024 2025 VIP Pegasus World Cup – January 2025