News from Around SIRE
War Horse Tickets Benefit SIRE
May 27th - June 1st for eight performances only! Houston Hobby Center Hurry, tickets are going fast! The innovative and heartfelt Broadway production of War Horse is coming to the Houston Hobby Center May 27th - June 1st for eight performances. If you purchase your tickets for any performance using this link and special offer code, "SIRE," SIRE will receive
Mike McLennan – versatile Texas horseman and SIRE donor
Many of us now active at SIRE may not recognize Mike's strong influence at SIRE, but most know and love his wonderful gift to us, Bubba (known as Bob at Pecan Mill Ranch, his former home). Just one of many examples is illustrated at left in Emma's drawing for kindergarten. We even had volunteers move with Bubba when he moved
VA Medical Centers Partner with Therapeutic Riding Programs
Vanguard, a newsletter for and about VA employees nationwide, featured an article about the partnerships between the VA medical centers nationwide and horseback riding facilities to provide therapeutic riding programs to wounded veterans. In part, the article reads: "The NARHA [now PATH International] Horses for Heroes program was launched a year ago at SIRE, Houston’s Therapeutic Equestrian Centers’ Fort Bend
2014 Special Olympics Area 4 & 6
Over the weekend two of the three SIRE sites competed in area Special Olympics competitions. Ten riders from SIRE's Hockley site competed and together won 7 gold medals, 7 silver medals, 4 bronze medals, and 3 fourth place awards. At the Spring site a whopping 17 SIRE clients competed and ended the day with 16 gold medals, 12 silver medals,
Dinner, art gallery & presentation at Veritas benefit SIRE
Please join us as the Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation and Veritas Steak and Seafood Restaurant showcase SIRE. Spread the word, too. The evening is designed to be informative and fun for those who know little about SIRE.Veritas Restaurant1550 Lake Pointe ParkwaySugar Land, TX 77478Wednesday April 16, 20145:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Be sure to confirm your attendance by April 14th by email to
Join us for dinner at Veritas
Join SIRE for dinner at the Veritas Steak & Seafood restaurant. Wednesday, April 16, 2014 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. 1550 Lake Pointe Pkwy #500Sugar Land TX 77478Enjoy a spectacular three course meal while supporting SIRE. Seating is limited. Contact Stephanie to make a reservation stam-borello@live.com
Benefit Concert featuring “The Zen Cowboy”
Chuck Pyle, the “Zen Cowboy,” has been playing, recording and writing music for more than 40 years. He’s known for his strong smooth vocals, nimble guitar playing, distinctive story songs and ironic wit. He is perhaps best-known for his songs "Cadillac Cowboy," recorded by the late Chris LeDoux and "Jaded Lover," made famous by Jerry Jeff Walker.Saturday, April 12, 2014
Ride Beyond Gala Auction PREVIEW
The Big Event Happening SoonGala donors, sponsors, volunteers and guests contribute tremendously to SIRE's riders and underwrite 20% of SIRE's budget. We're just 2 months away!Some of us may work in a barn but we are tech-savvy too. Bring your smart phone, no paper bid sheets!Bring your smart devices to the Ride Beyond Gala May 3, 2014 and see what it's
A Sad Farewell to Chester
Got any peppermints? It was with great sadness and a heavy heart that we said goodbye to longtime therapy pony Chester on Tuesday, March 4th. We discovered Chester that morning unable to put any weight on his hind leg. Even under those conditions, Chester bravely got into and out of the trailer for a ride to the
Sip for SIRE
Monday, March 3, 2014 6:00pm-8:00pmBRIX Wine Cellars- 110 Vintage Park Blvd. Ste T. Houston, Tx 77070BRIX Wine Cellars and SIRE have teamed up to offer a wonderful way to support the 2014 SIRE Ride Beyond Gala, celebrating the Year of the Horse. Enjoy an evening of sipping, savoring and supporting a worthy cause with friends and family while sampling a
Ride Beyond Gala Auction Baskets
If you are an arena volunteer or spend time at one of our three sites you may have noticed some beautifully decorated posters around the barn. Each poster has a unique theme with numerous related items listed at the bottom. The goal is for all of the items to be picked up and brought back to SIRE by volunteers and
2014 Top Hands Show Results
In February, 59 SIRE riders competed in the show put on by the Houston Rodeo's Special Children's Committee. Riders from all over the state come to compete. Congratulations! SIRE riders brought home 143 awards, including 18 first place belt buckles, 23 second place and 19 third place trophies. All honored the "Top Hands King of the Show,"Archie , who rides at SIRE
2014 Top Hands Information
Reliant Arena Location and Directions From 610 west, take Fannin exit, u-turn and stay on feeder, then take the first entrance into Reliant Park, entrance 5 on right after between Fannin and Kirby. See also http://reliantpark.com/directions-parking. PARKING AND SHOW ENTRY ARE FREE. Loop around the parking lot to the right (just tell them you are there for the horse show) and then
Seeing minis in SIRE’s future
At SIRE, we are always growing, learning and expanding our programs to best suit the needs of our clients and community members. In 2013, advanced level instructor Jen Donahue was brought into the SIRE family. She has years of experience not only in therapeutic riding but also with driving. After teaching at the SIRE Fort Bend site for several
Administrative Workshop
Calling All Administrators! SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship of Houston Texas will be offering a Workshop for Non-Profit Managers in the Therapeutic Riding Industry… And Beyond!Join the SIRE Development Team, headed by Executive Director Lili Kellogg as they share their knowledge and experience.The workshop will be held on March 20-22, 2014 at the SIRE, Hockley location. Workshop topics includePrinciples of LeadershipMarketing and BrandingSpecial EventsHuman