The 2011 Atlanta Spring Premiere May 11-15 and Atlanta Spring Challenge May 18-22 is just under a week away. The highly anticipated show series takes place at the renowned Georgia International Horse Park in Atlanta, Georgia with J. P. Godard and his Equus Events handling the managing duties.
Besides an attractive line up of classes including a World Champion Hunter Rider Event week I, a $25,000 Grand Prix each week, a $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby week II, and over $180,000 in prize money, Equus Events will also be offering daily hospitality and weekly parties for all exhibitors, trainers, riders, sponsors, and officials. “It is really a way for us to give back,” said Megan Godard. “Thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters for making all of it possible.” The exhibitor’s party week I will take place on the hill beside the International Arena during the $25,000 Atlanta Spring Premiere Grand Prix on Saturday, May 14th. Week II’s annual Preakness Party will take place Saturday, May 21st during the $25,000 Atlanta Spring Challenge Grand Prix again on the hill next to the International Arena. A big screen TV will also be provided to catch all of the action of the 136th running of the Preakness Stake. Many thanks to DFG Stables and Daniel and Cathy Geitner of Aiken, South Carolina for sponsoring this event.
New this year will be a Continental Breakfast each morning of the show and an Ice Cream Social on May 21st graciously provided by our Hospitality Sponsors ~ John Abbott and Bridlewood Farm, Michael Newman and Aubrey Hill, Janet Salem and Patchwork Farm, Brad Spragg and The Atlanta Hunt Club, Don Stewart and Don Stewart Stables, Inc., Terry Brown and Showcase Ltd., Rhonda Goble and Icon Sporthorses LLC., Casey Whitaker, Liz Hudspeth and Summit Springs Farm LLC., Daniel and Cathy Geitner and DFG Stables, Juan and Jennifer Gamboa and Gamboa Veterinary Services, Shawn McMillen Photography, Debi Friedman and the Friedman Family, Nancy Boggio and Arbor Hill Farm LLC., and Holly Shepherd and Accolade Farms.
Other sponsors include: Gold Sponsor~ Fenwick Equestrian, LLC. Silver Sponsors~ The Farm House, Integrity Fine Equestrian Linens, JTF RV Super Center, and Dietrich and Company Equine Insurance. Special Sponsors~ Dr. Juan Gamboa, Mrs. Pastures Horse Cookies, DFG Stables, Finish Line Horse Products, Smart Pak Equine Supplements, and Balmy Breeze Custom Embroidery.
During your stay in Conyers please plan on visiting our restaurant sponsors~ Café Milano, corner of Flat Shoals Road and Highway 138 behind Moe’s and Roly Poly Rolled Sandwiches, also on the corner of Flat Shoals Road and Highway 138 behind McDonalds. Café Milano is a wonderful Italian Restaurant open for lunch and dinner. It offers casual dining and boots, jeans and breeches are welcome! Roly Poly offers wonderful rolled sandwiches, salads, platters, and boxed lunches and will gladly deliver your order anywhere.
For a complete schedule of events or for more information on the 2011 Atlanta Spring Premiere and Atlanta Spring Challenge Horse Shows, please go to www.equusevents.com or call 803-643-5698. For sponsorship information please contact Sherry Mask at 770-267-8862.
Contact: Equus Events, Inc
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