10th Anniversary Year Brings New Horses and New Sponsors
At the 2017 fall Open Barn, new arrival Red Sox Fever got the news that he has new sponsors, Anne Atkinson and Mary Atkinson. Where would we be without our wonderful sponsors?
We Have a New Groom Elite Graduate!
On October 17, Schwartz received his Groom Elite certificate and is our newest graduate! Dr Reid Mclellan was on hand to present his certificate, and our barn manager CJ congratulated him on his high score! Our new class of men, as well as several board members, were also there to show support. We are so…
Virginia’s DOC Making Changes at State Farm Work Center
The State Farm Work Center in Goochland, Virginia currently houses male offenders; those offenders are being relocated. As State Farm transitions from housing male offenders to housing female offenders, the Brunswick and Deerfield Women’s Work Centers will transition from housing female offenders to housing male offenders. All movement of offenders will be completed by Nov.…
Presence at Virginia Horse Festival
This year, we teamed up with Secretariat’s tourism team at the Virginia Horse Festival to promote our joint Derby Party at The Meadow! We had multiple board members manning our booth over the weekend, spreading awareness of the party and James River Chapter in general!
Grandson of Secretariat Makes Appearance at Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Show
Covert Action being groomed for his appearance in the Meadow descendants parade at the recent Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Show. Marcia McCormick, Anne Tucker, and Janis Paiva are making sure he looks his best. We were so proud to be a part of this wonderful celebration of Off the Track Thoroughbreds performing in hunter, jumper and…
Derby Hat Contest a Hit at our 2016 Derby Party
Derby hats galore at the annual Kentucky Derby party held this year at the Deep Run Hunt Club. A break in the rain allowed us to enjoy the patio and lovely view of the hunter trials field.Photo by Debby Thomas
Another Successful Open Barn
The Spring Open Barn on Sunday, April 26, was full of inspiration and positive energy as visitors heard from the men about what the horses and the program have meant to them. We thank everyone for sharing the beautiful day with us.
James River Chapter Featured on Virginia This Morning
Our very own Robin Traywick Williams joined Leeanne Ladin (from The Meadow Event Park) on CBS’ Virignia This Morning to promote our joint Kentucky Derby Party! Watch the video and come join us (and Bill Bevins!) at the party on May 5!
Program Receives Commendation
Delegate Peter Farrell, who represents Goochland, Louisa and Henrico, presented a General Assembly resolution commending the TRF’s Second Chances program at the James River Work Center during the spring Open Barn. Accepting the resolution are chapter president, Stephanie Nixon, past-president, Robin Williams, and Dr. Tom Newton.
2014 Annual Kentucky Derby Party
Another great Kentucky Derby party at the Wine Loft raised needed funds for the horses at James River. Pictured left to right are Karen Fowler, Stephanie Nixon, and Jennifer Berdell. Huge thanks to these gals and all who helped make the party such a success. Congratulations to California Chrome!