News as of July 14th 2008
Be sure to scroll down as there are multiple pages of news.
We apoligize for the delay in updating the news page. There were some technical difficulties that have been resolved, thank you for understanding.
Pennies for the Pony Club meeting to be held from 10am to 12 noon tomrrow 7/19 due to hot weather.
Next week, 7/26 the hours will be 11 to 1 (subject to change due to weather) Be sure to check the info line for updates also.
We will also hold club meetings on Weds July 23 and July 30th, from 6-8 pm also in hopes that it's cooler.
Open House
Pennies for Pony Club Days July 19th and July 26th from 11am to 2pm.
Come and pick out your cowboy/cowgirl hat on July 19th, limited quantities, first come, first choice.
On July 26th we will have tie dyed shirts designed by 2 of our volunteers...come pick out yours! All profits benefit our "Barn Fund" to raise money for much needed repairs and supplies.
Come anytime during the open house this Saturday and or next!
Refreshments served!
PLEASE HELP US BUY STALL MATS AND MAKE BARN IMPROVEMENTS!
We also need to invest in new fences and fence repair.
Face Painting at the July 26th Meeting!
Raffle
We are running a raffle to raise funds for stall mats. Tickets are $5.00 each and 5 are for $20 (Terrific deal!)
First prize: Personal Dell laptop computer ($1,000.00 value, no cash value)
2nd to 5th prizes are $75 gas cards from Sheetz
Pick up your raffle tickets at the barn from June 14th thru October 20th. You may get them on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm (barn closes at 1pm) or Thursday and Friday nights from 5 to 7pm. Barn closes to visitors Thursday and Friday nights at 7pm unless you are scheduled for a personal tour.
News About Horses
We have 3 pending adoptions this weekend: Aries, Farra, and Billy. They are going to a good home in Kutztown.
Congrats to Richard and Sabrina!
Free Horse to Good Home
See Friends of Mt. Hope Page.
Cafe Press
You can shop for children's, men's, & women's gifts thru Cafe Press (just click!) Its very easy to do, fast and lots to select from.
Event Phone #
Call 717.575.5635 to get info about cancellations for events, due to weather or other reasons. You can not leave a message. It is for out going information only.
Riding Lessons
We have had a lot of requests for riding lessons both English and Western. We offer the lessons @ $40 a session. You must be 13yrs of age or older. Email Pat Potter at ziggymac@ptd.net or call 717.725.5890.
Horsemanship Clinics
Starting immediatley, call today (717) 725-5890 to reserve your space for ages 10 and up. Approx 1 1/2 hours each session Monday thru Friday from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Saturdays may be in the future schedule. The cost is $25 a session, for 8 consecutive weeks. Great for kids who think they want to own a horse or pony, they learn responsibility and to care for them before getting your own. Don't delay calling!
Volunteers needed to muck barn on weekends and evenings
Also need volunteers to assist with Pennies for Pony Club meetings on scheduled Saturdays! Please consider helping us so we can continue to help the horses and teach children at the same time!
Our barn is open Thursday and Friday nights in the summer from 5pm to 7pm, no reservations needed. If you want to ride, for a fee, please call ahead to 717-725-5890.
Pat Potter, Director
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