Valley Riding's Dusty Boots Benefit
There is a hidden gem in our MetroPark System known as Valley Riding Inc., Rocky River Stables. It is a non-profit organization that provides a chance for girls and boys of all ages to learn to ride, properly care for a horse and take on responsibility. Valley Riding also gives children with special needs the opportunity to experience horseback riding through its Therapeutic Riding Program and its Youth Outreach Program. The riding stable also makes sure that some funding is available to help provide scholarships.
On Saturday, May 3, from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Valley Riding will be hosting one of its largest fundraising events, the Third Annual Dusty Boots Derby Benefit. Attendees will watch the Kentucky Derby on four large-screen TV's, enjoy a catered meal and open bar, listen to live music, and bid on silent auction items. With the winning bid, one attendee will even become the owner of a horse for the evening. And for the creative, make a derby hat and enter the Derby Hat Competition.
All proceeds will be used for the Therapeutic Riding Program, Youth Outreach Program and Scholarship Fund. To purchase a ticket, visit www.valleyriding.org. No tickets will be sold at the door. For more information, email dustybootsbenefit@yahoo.com
Alayne Lucas
Alayne Lucas is the Director of Social Media/Client Services at KTG Advertising Solutions.