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Mar
23
Sat
Salem, OR Attending Sip N Shop @ Marketplace at the Grove
Mar 23 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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!!

Mar
25
Mon
Early, Texas Brownwood Lyric Theater, Showdown On The Brazo @ Brownwood Lyric Theatre
Mar 25 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

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 🍿

 

 

 

 

Mar
26
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Mar 26 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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.

Mar
29
Fri
Early, Texas Lometa , DiamondBack Jubilee and Rodeo @ Lometa Regional Park
Mar 29 @ 9:00 am – Mar 30 @ 5:00 pm

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

 

 

Mar
30
Sat
Early, Texas Monthly Trail Ride @ Lake Proctor
Mar 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

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

Apr
1
Mon
Salem, OR Attending Movie Night @ Stayton Movie Theater
Apr 1 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Come enjoy dinner and a movie with your friends!

Apr
2
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 2 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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.

Apr
7
Sun
Salem, OR April Roundup Meeting @ Queen Amber's House
Apr 7 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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!

Apr
8
Mon
Early, Texas Solar Eclipse Milkshakes and Pie @ Pecans .Com
Apr 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm

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

Apr
9
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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.

Apr
11
Thu
Early, Texas Good Samaritan Fundraiser Soup Project @ Brownwood Coliseum
Apr 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Salem, OR Attending Willamette Mission State Park Ride @ Willamette Mission State Park
Apr 11 @ 7:39 pm – 8:39 pm

Come enjoy a fun trail ride with us.

Apr
12
Fri
Salem, OR Attending the Great Junk Hunt @ Oregon State Fairgrounds
Apr 12 @ 4:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Get ready for a fun-filled weekend at the Oregon State Fairgrounds!
The Great Junk Hunt is back, and they’ve got you covered with vintage items, home décor & more!
Join us April 12 & 13 to shop over 80K sq. ft. full of the best vendors in the PNW!
The Great Junk Hunt is a round up of curated vendors selling their best goods, plus no party is complete without cocktails, live music and aisles of junkin’ treasure. Shoppers walk away with items they can’t find anywhere else. Discover farmhouse, industrial, vintage, re-purposed, handmade and much more.
– Named Top 15 Flea Market in USA by Romantic Homes magazine!
– Listed Top 5 Flea Market in USA by Flea Market Décor magazine!
– Listed top traveling market in USA by Flea Market Style magazine!
– Ticket Info –
FRIDAY EARLY BIRD:
Friday (April 12th) 4pm-9pm
– First Pick – 4pm entry ($20)
– Early Bird – 6pm entry ($15)
– Tickets good for both days
SATURDAY EARLY BIRD:
Saturday (April 13th) 9am-10am
– 9am entry ($12)
– Enter 1hr before GA
SATURDAY GENERAL ADMISSION:
Saturday (April 13th) 10am-4pm ($10)
– Enter anytime after 10am
*The venue will be charging $5 per vehicle for parking
*12 and under is free

Apr
13
Sat
Early Tx LRC Playday #2 of 6 @ 580 sports complex
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

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.

Apr
14
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Sunday Brunch Train Excursion @ Santiam Excursion Trains
Apr 14 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm

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.

 

Apr
16
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 16 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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 @ Early, City Park
Apr 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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

 

Apr
17
Wed
Early, Texas trailride at Abilene State Park @ Abilene State Park
Apr 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

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

 

Apr
18
Thu
Salem, OR Attending AJ’s Stafford Feed and Pet Supply @ AJ's Feed Supply
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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 @ Sunflower Cafe
Apr 18 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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

Salem, OR Attending Horse Show Preparation and Safety @ Cascadia Equine Veterinary Clinic & Rehabilitation Center
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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!

Apr
19
Fri
Early, Texas country trail ride @ Country trail ride
Apr 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

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. Brown county Ranch Rodeo @ Earl Q Wilson Arena
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 20 @ 9:00 am

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

Apr
20
Sat
Early Tx LRC Playday #2 of 6 @ 580 sports complex
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

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.

Mountain View Chapter – Flying V Sorting @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Come and join us for the last sorting of the series.

Mountain View, WY -Flying V sorting @ virgil indoor arena
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

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

Apr
22
Mon
Early, Texas Tween Horse Club Fun Day @ Dyess Youth Center
Apr 22 @ 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm

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

Mountain View Chapter – Monthly Roundup/Meeting @ Bridger Valley Senior Center
Apr 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting.  We will cover our topics, as well as the obstacle course information.

Apr
23
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 23 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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.

Apr
24
Wed
Mountain View Chapter – Hat Decorating/Cowgirl Gathering @ Gold Buckle Sports Bar
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Apr
26
Fri
Early, Texas Goldthwaite State Championship BBQ & GOAT COOK OFF @ Goldthwaite City Park
Apr 26 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 27 @ 10:00 pm

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

Apr
27
Sat
Salem, OR Attending Ag Fest @ Oregon State Fairgrounds
Apr 27 @ 8:30 am – Apr 28 @ 5:00 pm

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 , Dr Conway’s Celebration Of Legacy @ Lake Proctor
Apr 27 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Apr
28
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Breakfast at Route 99 @ Route 99
Apr 28 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Come have breakfast with us!

Apr
30
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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 @ Mary’s house
Apr 30 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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

May
2
Thu
Salem, OR Attending the Farmhouse Show @ Farmhouse Show
May 2 @ 4:00 pm – May 4 @ 4:00 pm

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

May
3
Fri
Salem, OR Attending Marion County Master Gardener Plant Sale @ Marion County Columbia Hall
May 3 @ 10:00 am – May 4 @ 4:00 pm
Join for the annual Marion County Master Gardener Plant Sale the first weekend of May!
Come browse more than 10,000 plants including perennials, natives, vegetables, herbs, trees & shrubs, caneberries, and blueberries.
Oregon State Fairgrounds, Columbia Hall, Red Gate Entrance
Friday May 3, 10am – 7pm
Saturday May 4th, 9am-4pm
Enjoy 1/2 off State Fairgrounds parking ($2.50). Admittance to the plant sale is FREE!
Early Texas , postponed ROP -Oak Academy @ ROP-Oak Academy
May 3 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Early , Texas  POSTPONE due to rain ROP -Oak Academy

 

Helping  young folks through positive introduction into horsemanship

May
4
Sat
Early, Texas. Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride @ Blue Stem Ranch
May 4 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 am

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

Salem, OR Attending Dahlia Days Tuber Sale @ Abundant Acre Flower Farm
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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

Salem, OR Kentucky Derby Party @ Queen Ambers House
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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.

May
10
Fri
Early, Texas. Goldthwaite Open Rodeo @ T.A. Arena
May 10 – May 11 all-day

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

 

Salem, OR Attending Master Gardener Plant Sale @ Polk County Fairgrounds
May 10 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

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!

Salem, OR Attending Mother’s Day Barn Bazaar @ ChicandtheCow
May 10 @ 9:00 am – May 11 @ 4:00 pm

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!

Salem, OR Attending Turner Night Market @ Turner Night Market
May 10 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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!

May
11
Sat
Early, Texas location change , Lonestar Riding Series @ TA Head ARENA
May 11 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

May
14
Tue
Salem, OR May Roundup Meeting @ Queen Amber's House
May 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

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!

Early, Texas Monthly Round Up @ Early City Park
May 14 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Early, Texas Monthly Round Up Meeting

Grab a lawn chair and some dinner and come join us at the beautiful Early, City Park.

we’ll catch up on up coming events , and get to share in great fellowship

 

May
15
Wed
Mountain View Chapter – Annual Obstacle Course @ Cedar Mountain Road, south of Mountain View, WY
May 15 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

The Mountain View Chapter of the 40 Something Cowgirls

is proud to host the 5th Annual

Bridger Valley Obstacle Course Challenge

County Road 254, mile post 108, Cedar Mountain Road

41.23756˚N, 110.20810˚W

This will be a day filled with fun obstacles, horsemanship and friendships, old and new.  Buckles and other prizes awarded.

Signups start at 9am.  The event begins at 10am.  $50.00 entry fee.  Divisions via age and experience.