Calendar
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Come have Breakfast before wandering around the Expo.
Come meet some of the new vendors!!
They will have wine tasting, Olive Oil, and Vinegar tasting.
Special deals in store only.
Snacks and sweets!!
Early Texas , Brownwood Lyric Theatre
Showdown On The Brazo
Come join us as we watch our very own little sister Callie Jackson , who was an extra in the movie
Outlaw!!!!! Callie plays a ruff and Tuff Outlaw in a riding gang on her trusty horse named Sadie
Grab some popcorn, a Dr Pepper and come join us in the beautiful downtown Brownwood lyric theatre
Callie will be taking pictures and autographs after the movie 🍿
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Early, Texas. Will be attending the lometa DiamondBack Jubilee and Rodeo
These 2 day event is filled with family fun adventures
Live Music, chili cook off, cornhole tournament, rattler team roping , mutton butting, crown of Miss Diamondback Jubilee Rodeo Queen , wild hog sacking just to name a few
Early, Texas. Monthly Trail Ride
Lake Protor ride in Comanche is both beautiful and scenic
ride last about an hour and a half and is rated easy with some rocks and sand
Plenty of parking for your truck and trailers
Afterwards we’ll head over to Miguel’s Mexican Restaurant in Comanche , just a few minutes away …. Lunch is Dutch
current coggins is required
Come enjoy dinner and a movie with your friends!
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Let’s get Together and Have Some Fun!
Social Hour at 1 PM.
Potluck and Meeting starts at 1:30 PM.
Bring Your Ideas of Some Fun Events!
Early, Texas. Solar eclipse Milkshakes and Pie
Grab your solar glasses along with your sweet tooth and enjoy a delicious slice of pie and milkshake at the Beautiful new Pecans.com cafe
Will we see aliens when the ski turn completely dark ?
WHO KNOWS ?
But one thing you can guarantee, is plenty of laughs and a delicious dessert
this event is Dutch
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Early, Texas. Annual Good Samaritan Soup Bowl Project
We will be attending the Good Samaritan annual fundraiser
Help fight Hunger locally & globally. Dine on a simple meal of soup, bread dessert and water. Take home a hand painted ceramic bowl as a reminder of the fight against food insecurity and hunger in our area and around the world
admission is $15 per person
Come enjoy a fun trail ride with us.
– Listed Top 5 Flea Market in USA by Flea Market Décor magazine!
– Listed top traveling market in USA by Flea Market Style magazine!
Friday (April 12th) 4pm-9pm
– First Pick – 4pm entry ($20)
– Early Bird – 6pm entry ($15)
– Tickets good for both days
Saturday (April 13th) 9am-10am
– 9am entry ($12)
– Enter 1hr before GA
Saturday (April 13th) 10am-4pm ($10)
– Enter anytime after 10am
*12 and under is free
We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members) (LRC membership is $50.00)
5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, lariat , flying W
Age groups:
walk trot (open to all ages)
leadline0-6
unassisted pee wee 0-6
pee wee 7-10
intermediate 15-25
seniors 26-40
super seniors 41-55
classic seniors 56& over
this is highpoint # 2 of 6 part series
Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.
Must sign up for a two-hour time slot when registering: 10-12, 12-2, 2-4
Pay via Venmo (@flyingmstables), cash, or check.
Fee includes use of the outdoor arena and track, weather permitting
ALL ABOARD!!
Let somebody else take care of the cooking with this 2.5 hour ride and delicious brunch buffet.
Ticket includes, brunch buffet, coffee, water, hot tea.
Adults = $62 / Seniors = $54
They have a bar car that houses a full bar to serve up craft beer, mimosas, bloody marys and so much more.
They will run this ride rain or shine, please come dressed for the weather.
Train leaves at 10 am – Plan to arrive no later than 9:30 AM!
If you are wanting to purchase tickets please go to: Upcoming Rides – Santiam Excursion Trains (santiamexcursions.com) and purchase for the date listed on this event. When you get towards to end of checking out there will be an option to put in if you would like to be put with another group. Please put 40 Something Cowgirls in that spot so we can all sit together.
If you have any questions or get confused when purchasing tickets please reach out to Angie Vachter, 503.510.2576 and she can help you purchase.
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Early, Texas Monthly Roundup Meeting
Catch up on the latest events that’s happening within our chapter
bring a snack lunch and enjoy the beautiful city park of Early, Texas
Early, Texas. Trailride at Abilene State Park
Dust those boots off and come join us for a afternoon trail ride near lake Brownwood
Bring a sack lunch to enjoy with friend afterwards
If you would like to check this store out with Marla you can meet up with her on Thursday, April 18, at 11 am at AJ’s, 22525 SW Stafford Rd, Tualatin. Driveway is on Shatz. You can carpool or caravan from there.
Early, Texas. Afternoon Luncheon at Sunflower Cafe
Authentic International cuisine with a southern touch
lunch is Dutch
this event solar glasses are required but not provided
Just in time for your show season! Please join for an educational seminar on Safety and Preparation for Horse Shows.
Chris Wickliffe, DVM, will explain the importance of being prepared and safe during your horse shows, and how to ensure a good experience for both rider and horse.
Look forward to learning:
- Things you can do to ensure your horse will be protected against diseases
- Precautions you can take to avoid injury to your horse with travel and exercise
- A mental check list of all things you should be checking and preparing before travel
- Much more!
This seminar is not limited to those in more competitive show rings! It offers valuable information to anyone who takes trip with their horses (trail riding, camping, OHSET, 4H)
** They are offering FREE admission to members of OHSET and 4H! **
Dinner will be provided, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim
Can’t wait to see you there!
Early, Texas Country Trail Ride
enjoy a beautiful and relaxing trail ride down a country road
come share in fellowship and laughs along the way
plenty of parking
Early, Texas Will be attending the Brownwood County Fair Association 3rd Annual Ranch Rodeo
2 Qualifier Events,
Teams of 5 compete in 5 events of the working Cowboys
weekend pass , both qualifiers and finals $25
Jimmy Throwbridge ( 325-998-3219 )
jthrowbridge3219@yahoo.com
We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members) (LRC membership is $50.00)
5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, lariat , flying W
Age groups:
walk trot (open to all ages)
leadline0-6
unassisted pee wee 0-6
pee wee 7-10
intermediate 15-25
seniors 26-40
super seniors 41-55
classic seniors 56& over
this is highpoint # 2 of 6 part series
Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.
Come and join us for the last sorting of the series.
Ranch sorting – spectators free to come join and cheer on the riders!
$35 practice, $35 jackpot, $25 1 on 5 Fees
office opens at 9 practice starts at 10a. great place for beginners and non futurity horses
Early, Texas Dyess Horse Tween Club
DYESS A.F.B Tween Horse Club will have fun painting, braiding the horses hair and learning about horse care.
COME out and meet these Tween Fashionista’s and enjoy this fun filled event
You will need a base pass which can be requested at the base main gate or military Id
Join us for our monthly meeting. We will cover our topics, as well as the obstacle course information.
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Come and join us for a HAT DECORATING PARTY. Put on by “Boss of the Plains”. $50.00 deposit required one week before the event. RSVP, head measurement/hat size and color preference needed. This is for the 40SC and will also be open to the public. You can also contact Mariah directly at Boss of the Plains, 801-616-1900. Also check out their hats and decor at BossOfThePlains.store.
Early, Texas. Attending the Goldthwaite State Championship BBQ & GOAT COOK – OFF
If you’re a BBQ enthusiast, music lover , or simply looking for a weekend of family – Friendly fun, the Goldthwaite State BBQ and GOAT COOK OFF ha something for everyone
Mark your calendar for the 37th Annual Oregon Ag Fest, April 27-28 at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, OR.
Over 30 interactive activities for kids as well as a petting zoo, equipment display, tradeshow and pony rides (free of charge).
This year, parking is free and admission is $15. Kids 15 & under get FREE admission!
Early, Texas postponed due to weather new date TBA
will be attending Doc Conways Memorial Celebration Of Legacy
Dr Conway was well loved and respected by many animal lovers far and near .
Friends along with the Army Corps Of Engineers of Lake Proctor will erected a sign dedicated in honor of Dr Conway.
please join us as we remember him with a trailride starting at the equestrian trail head entrance
Come have breakfast with us!
Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done. Come out and join us for open riding. Games! Polo! Whatever else we can come up with. Bring the family. $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.
Early, Texas. Monthly Game night
Looking for something fun to do while creating new friendships
Game night is the place be ,lots of laughs and enjoy a home cooked meal .
So grab your best potluch dish and come pout for unlimited fun
6:30 till 8pm
They have assembled one of the best lineups of vintage, bespoke, handmade and antique dealers in the PNW! Mark your calendars, grab your buds and make a plan to join us for 2 1/2 days of shopping, food and fun on historic grounds in Turner, OR . Can’t wait to see you. www.thefarmhouseshow.com
Saturday May 4th, 9am-4pm
Early , Texas POSTPONE due to rain ROP -Oak Academy
Helping young folks through positive introduction into horsemanship
Early, Texas. Attending the Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride
Gates open up at 7am
Ride Check in begins at : 8 am
Saddled Up and Ready at 8:45 am
Stay for lunch, auction, and drawing for hundred, riffle& Handgun raffle
tickets available for $10 each
Come to this small farm and choose from a BIG variety of dahlia tubers!
They will be priced from $5 to $9 a tuber.
Please see event page for photos of available varieties and check out their Facebook page or Instagram for more updates @abundantacreflowerfarm
Queen Amber is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party!
This is the 150th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve. It is the world’s Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports. And this year, the excitement is bigger than ever!
Finger Sandwiches and Mint Juleps will be served.
Dawn your Big Hat and your Brightest dress. Awards to the best hat and overall outfit.
Early, Texas attending the Goldthwaite Open Rodeo
Nightly Jackpotted
Bull Riding
Ranch Bronc Riding
Bareback Riding
Tie Down Roping
Ladies Breakaway Roping
$10. walk up fee
Team Roping
Ladies Barrel Racing
for more information call
Regina @ 325-451-7666
THE EXCITEMENT IS INCREASING…….
THE 2024 PLANT SALE IS COMING SOON!
Rickreall, Polk County Fairgrounds
The Polk County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale is coming up Friday, May 10th 9:00 to 4:00 and Saturday, May 11th, 9:00 t0 2:00.
Cheers to the returning Country Store, beautiful annuals, trees and shrubs, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets and a few specialty plants.
They are adding a new children’s area this year where children will, for $1, be able to plant a Marigold in a colorful plastic pot for their mom and take home a small scoop of Marigold seeds to plant in their yard. This table will be staffed by members of one of their 4H Horticulture groups who will also have information on the 4H groups in Polk County to give to kids who come to the table.
They will also have 5 to 6 raffle items to be raffled off on Saturday at noon.
Save the date!
Announcing the fun, annual Chic and the Cow Mother’s Day Barn Bazaar!
Friday, May 10 from 1-6p
Saturday, May 11 from 9am-4pm
38580 Gilkey Rd, Scio
Unique gifts, florals & plants, home decor, yummy baked goods, jewelry and accessories!
Espresso cart!
Food!
Join for the 1st monthly night market. Every second Friday! Locally sourced and curated handmade gifts.
local boutiques
Western Inspired
crafters
home decor
Soy candles
Fresh Flowers & plants
Wine Tasting
Mobile espresso and dessert bar
food trucks.
Music and more!
Early, Texas. LOCATION CHANGE To , TA HEAD ARENA IN GOLDWAITE, ……Attending the Lone Star Riding Series
poles,
spur,
single bucket flags
straight barrels
clover leaf barrels
Let’s get Together and Have Some Fun!
Social Hour at 6 PM.
Potluck and Meeting starts at 6:30 PM.
Bring Your Ideas of Some Fun Events!