FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 11/13/2006

BC Equestrians Host "Horses' Christmas"

BRIDGEWATER, Va. — The Equestrian Club of Bridgewater College will host the fifth annual "Horses' Christmas" at Oak Manor Farms in Weyers Cave, on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m.

This year's theme is "Christmas in Disneyland." All elementary and pre-schools in the community are invited to the presentation, which will feature horses dressed in costumes depicting Disney Christmas themes. At the conclusion of the program, Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance on horseback.

Sarah Irvine, Bridgewater College's director of riding and coach of the Bridgewater riding team, will narrate the events. Awards will be presented to the best costume entries. A Christmas tree decorated with carrots and apples will be placed in the center of the arena, and the horses will be rewarded at the end of the presentation by being allowed to munch on treats from the tree.

"This event provides an excellent outreach opportunity for the equestrian club and a fun activity for children in the local community," said Mimi Knight, the Bridgewater team's faculty adviser.

"Horses' Christmas" is free and open to the public.

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MEDIA ADVISORY:

Interviews with student riders from Bridgewater College may be arranged prior to the event by contacting Mimi Knight at 828-5402. Knight may also be contacted for further information regarding "Horse's Christmas."