Maryland Million Day The Maryland Million is a one-day stakes program offering purses totaling $1 million, restricted to the nominated progeny of nominated stallions standing in the state. – Saturday, October 14, 2023 – Laurel Park 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD 20725 **VIP Experience @ Maryland Million Day**
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present this year at Maryland Million Day on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be recognized, along with Maryland Jockey Club, with a named race on Maryland Million Day: The Maryland Jockey Club Stakes to Benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be on-site as part of the VIP experience that was auctioned off earlier this year in the “Off to the Races” campaign, designed to promote the awareness of accredited aftercare.
Join the Secretariat Center for their annual fundraiser, this year at Jonabell Farm! 3333 Bowman Mill Road, Lexington, KY The annual Secretariat Center Bluegrass Brunch and Bubbles Fundraiser is headed to a destination location this year and will be hosted at the picturesque Jonabell Farm! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet some of the most famous Thoroughbreds in racing history while also supporting horses in transition to finding second careers after racing. They will have: Bluegrass Brunch including bottomless mimosas Artwork & music Silent auction Tours, stallion viewings & more Tickets for the Secretariat Center Brunch and Bubbles at Jonabell Farm will also include general admission tickets to Keeneland Racetrack for the day, swag bags filled with amazing gifts from sponsors, as well as a southern breakfast and award winning good times. Click here for more info.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Santa Anita Park this year for the 40th running of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships, set to be held on Friday, November 3, 2023, and Saturday, November 4, 2023. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is one of the official charities, and the Official Aftercare Partner of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a booth set up during both days of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships, where patrons are encouraged to stop by to learn more about accredited aftercare. Branded merchandise will be available in exchange for a donation. California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) will also be on-site and will have a retrained Thoroughbred at Santa Anita that fans can meet up close and in person. In addition to Friday and Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be on-site Thursday morning during the early morning workouts near the famous Clocker’s Corner with branded merchandise and to answer questions about accredited aftercare. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be represented with named races on both days of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships. On Friday, The FanDuel Breeders’ Cup Juvenile presented by Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (G1) will close out the day. On Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a named race, The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Stakes (G2). Following both races, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at the Winner’s Circle to do a presentation to the winning connections. Post times for both races are to be determined. As part of FanDuel’s commitment to supporting accredited Thoroughbred aftercare, the sports-wagering digital cable and satellite television network has made a generous donation of $100,000 to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Partners with The American Legion Adirondack Post 70 to provide Free Italian meals to Veterans and their families provided by Rosina Food Products and The Bread Basket Bakery! Saratoga Springs, NY – Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Veterans through Equine Therapy, is proud to announce its partnership with The American Legion Adirondack Post 70, Rosina Food Products, and The Bread Basket Bakery. Together, we offer a heartfelt gesture of gratitude to our nation's Veterans by providing them with a free Italian meal. In recognition of the sacrifices made by our Veterans and their invaluable service to our country, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) and the American Legion Adirondack Post 70 have joined forces to host a special event at The American Legion Adirondack Post 70 location. This event will take place on November 16th, where Veterans and their families are invited to enjoy a delicious Italian meal, provided with care and expertise by Rosina Food Products and complimented with a bountiful salad and dessert platter from The Bread Basket Bakery. This event is open to all Veterans and their families in our community. Reservations are required, and space is limited so be sure to secure your spot! Veterans are encouraged to come and share this special meal with fellow service members in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Representatives from THS will be providing information regarding their free Equine Therapy services offered to all service members AND their families year-round! "We are immensely grateful for the dedication and sacrifice of our veterans, and we are excited to partner with the American Legion Adirondack Post 70, Rosina Food Products and The Bread Basket Bakery to offer them a warm and delicious Italian meal as a gesture of our appreciation," said Megan Koloskie, Development Manager of Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. "We hope this event will bring our community together to celebrate and honor the heroes who have served our nation." For media inquiries or more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with Megan Koloskie at (702) 379-4098 or megan@thsaratoga.org
Join Win Place Home for their annual Silent Auction and Gala Activities include: Silent auction Bounce house Face painting Caricature drawings Psychic readings by Michael Mirth Chance for a Unicorn photo op The Fix Food Truck Happy Trails Bar Ticket and more info available at winplacehome.org/events
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
Grab your friends and family for a fun "trot" before the Thanksgiving Day feast! Out Side In is hosting our 10th Annual 5K fundraiser downtown Grand Haven, Michigan. This 5K is family and kid friendly. All of the proceeds of this race will support our Heroes for Horses program for Veterans suffering from PTSD. Learn more about the Heroes for Horses program here. Can't join us in person or plan to saddle up for this 5k? You can still support the cause by signing up for the virtual race! Pre-Registration Includes: Each participant will receive a t-shirt, horseshoe participation medal, and a certificate for free ice cream from Sweet Temptations! In-Person Registration Includes: Each participant will receive a horseshoe participation medal! T-shirts will be available until we run out. Inventory of t-shirts nor your size is guaranteed. Virtual Registration Includes: Each participant will receive a t-shirt and horseshoe participation medal Event details and schedule IN PERSON RACE Race starts at 8:30am. Registration opens at 7:30am the day of the race. Racers that have pre-registered are required to pick up their packet the day before the race. Pick-up times and dates will be emailed out at the begining of November. Packets will be availale for pick up at Out Side In's facility, 12511 152nd Avenue in Grand Haven. Course will start and finish at the YMCA's parking area. Please use the Y parking lot for parking, registration will be set up there. Be sure to dress weather appropriately! The course does bring us down Harbor Drive near the state park, in years past it's gotten quite icey around there if it's raining/snowing. Not in town? Run the race virtually! Register through the Active website, then send us a picture of your running your route! VIRTUAL RACE Submit photos of you and your group to our facebook page! There will be prizes for the participant(s) Who ran or rode from the farthest away Had the biggest family or friend group running or riding together Ran or rode the most unique route! You can run anytime or any place between when you register and Sunday November, 26. T-shirts, medals and prizes will be mailed after the closing of the race.
Stop by Santa's Village before and after The Lisbon Christmas Parade (starts at 12pm) to enjoy holiday shopping at numerous vendor booths, partake in magical "reindeer" rides and capture memories with Santa himself. There are also various activities for the kiddos and our farm will be open for self-guided tours! Warm refreshments, the makings for s'mores and firepits will also be provided! Bring your non-perishable food items with you and drop them in the bins provided, in support of Farmers Feed The Hungry. We look forward to welcoming you to Santa's Village!
