·         Egyptian Breeders' Challenge - This year's EBC Auction will be held on Thursday, June 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with complimentary wine and cheese on the arena concourse prior to the live EBC auction. Join in the excitement of bidding on breedings to some of the world's most sought-after Straight Egyptian stallions, and then stay for the Kentucky Hoedown at 8:00 p.m., including a Kentucky barbecue dinner and celebration party. Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased at The Pyramid Society booth. This year's EBC class payout will exceed $135,000! Don't miss this opportunity to participate as a future EBC winner! Stallion Owners: You still have a chance to enroll your stallion in this year's EBC auction. The EBC is proudly sponsored by Lyday Farms of Honey Grove, Texas.

·          Sponsorships/Patronage - Egyptian Event Sponsors and Patrons receive unsurpassed amenities and promotion! Sign up today for the sponsorship level of your choice! Already a sponsor or patron? Don't forget to send your farm flag to our office today so we can hang in the arena for free!  And if you haven't completed all necessary forms, please do so right away so everything can be in order upon your arrival. 

·         Commercial Exhibitor Booth - Just a few booth spaces remain! Put your farm and horses in the spotlight by reserving a commercial booth at the Egyptian Event. All booths receive excellent visibility on the concourse of the indoor arena, at a very reasonable rate.

·         Stallion Showcase - Stallion owners: Don't miss this opportunity to promote your stallion during the Egyptian Event by presenting him individually, providing exceptional exposure to an international audience. Mare owners particularly enjoy this opportunity to select future sires for their breeding programs.

·         Art Auction - Donations to the Premier and Showcase Auctions are still being accepted and is open to original artwork and limited edition prints, special services, unique products and historical items. Contributing artists receive promotion on The Pyramid Society's website and in the Pyramid Report, and donations and donors are promoted in the Show Program.

·         Gala Tickets - The "Around the World to Venice" Carnival Masquerade Gala & Fundraiser will be held Friday, June 10, and it's expected to be an early sell-out. Reserve your tickets now!

·         Reserved Seating - This is your opportunity to meet other Pyramid Society members and Egyptian Arabian enthusiasts from your local area or group by reserving a seat for the week. Seating within a specific group section is available only with advance purchase by May 31, 2011.

PLEASE NOTE NEW SHOW OFFICE LOCATION AND HOURS:

·         On Sunday, June 5, and Monday, June 6, check-in will be in the usual show office location on the hill, near the stabling area. Hours: Sunday: 1:00-5:00 p.m., Monday: 9:00 a.m.-as necessary.

·         Beginning Tuesday morning, June 7, and through Saturday, June 11, the Show Office will be in the covered arena. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-as necessary.

     In closing, Lisa states "The Egyptian Arabian horse, and we as breeders, would not be where we are in the world today if it were not for the generosity, creativity, forethought and dedication of the founders and directors of The Pyramid Society. I am grateful and most honored to be considered for such a position."

Gail Mailloux has been elected as a new board member, and her initial term will also end September 2014.