Parents and riders -- we're getting very excited about the upcoming Fun Show on Saturday.  Here's some important information for you: 

 

Please click here for an important information sheet. 

 

Fun Show Schedule

Race for the Cure Information  

• There is still time to sign your family up for the Race for Cure and we want you! Please also consider donating -- thank you! Scroll down for the link to our Team Page. 

Dear CLS Friends,

Oh those zany barn girls!

I told Sissy that I've already started doubling up on my nerve pills and vitamins in preparation for our WILD weekend ahead!

First up, Race for the Cure. Get our those running shoes friends and prepare for a great day with the CLS team.   

Next up -- the Spring Fun Show. We still need volunteers, so if you're willing to man a table, or sell a hot dog, or chase a loose horse or baby,email me please!! 

To finish things off we'll be mixing up some mint juleps and watching the Run for the Roses!  And we're gambling too (all for charity, of course!), and hosting the world's greatest Derby Hat Parade!

Mr. Cash rolled in last week with a surprise for all of us -- a miniature donkey! His name is Festus, and Granny already has him spoiled senseless. Festus will be sporting a new hat, and leading the Derby Hat Parade!!

Update on Ms. Kathryn:

Our patient is ornery, and stubborn, and hobbling around the barn barking all kinds of orders. Things are back to normal!

Barn Family Prayers Needed

Please pray for Lindsay's family. Her brother, Bradley Jones, lost his home this week when tornadoes ripped across Alabama. Thank heavens, he and his girlfriend -- and their dog! -- were at a friend's house at the time and are safe. Parents Pam and Scott have been in Alabama, counting their blessings and helping him rebuild his life.

On to better news, we have a barn family celebration! Little Lauren Riggins turned 18 this week. Happy Birthday, Lauren!

This week will be plum wild in the barn. So whether you want to jump in and help, or sit back and watch the madness, come on over.

We'll look forward to seeing you, at the barn!

Parker

The CLS Show Horse Owners and Riders have been tearing it up at the horse shows recently!! Above, see the captivating new team of Jake Butts and I'm Good, aka Scooter. This handsome combination shows in the Jr. Exhibitor 5-Gaited Show Pleasure division. Stop by the barn any Saturday morning to watch this, and other, exciting CLS Teams!

The Asheville Lions Horse Show is coming up in May -- it's a barn favorite.  Riders will convene in these gorgeous NC mountains from across the country! Academy riders will show at 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 21. Mark your calendar and sign up on the barn board today! 

This show also will be webcast for FREE! So watch all the fun from the comfort of home!  Go to RichfieldVideo.com, or simply

1) Sign up for the Race for the Cure -- we want the whole darned barn family to join us! 

2) Sign up for the Fun Show and don't forget to raise a few class sponsorships! Click here for a Sponsorship Form.  

3) Buy/Make/Borrow/Steal a WILD Derby Hat and get ready to join us for the Kentucky Derby Party following the Fun Show!. 

Two CLS Riders Inducted into the National Jr. Honor Society for Academic Achievement

Chris Hawley and Ashley Stewart,who are CLS Show Horse Riders, were just inducted into the National Jr. Honor Society. Both Chris and Ashley are students at Forsyth Country Day School.  

Chris shows Ms. Betty Grable in Jr. Exhibitor 3-Gaited Show Pleasure. And Ashley shows Out of Reach in Jr. Exhibitor 5-Gaited Show Pleasure.

The National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding high school and middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NHS and NJHS serve to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character (and Citizenship for NJHS). These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1921 and 1929.

Sissy Receives Important CPCE Designation

Note from Ms. Parker :

My grandmother always says it's not bragging if it's the truth. Amen.

So parden my while I tell the truth. My sister, Jessica Wallace, who is better known to all in my world as Sissy, is now one of only four people in North Carolina to earn her Certified Professional Catering Executive (CPCE) designation from the National Association of Catering Executives. It's a big deal in her industry.

Sissy already is one of only a handful of caterers in the state with her White House security clearance. This means when any bigwig from the government, or even the President, comes to visit, Sissy feeds them. She is the Catering Director at Wake Forest University, and formerly was the creative genius behind Catering By Ellyn's in Greensboro, under its original ownership.

My Sissy is also the creative workhorse behind all of our great barn parties and events. She is the one who makes it all possible, she handles all the grunt work, all the creative genius, while I smile pretty and run my mouth.

Recently, she said, "I read in the newsletter that you're hosting a Derby Party."

Yes, I replied.

"You don't have any idea how to throw a Derby party, do you?" she asked.

Nope, I replied.

But you watch, Sissy will make sure it's the darndest Derby Party you've ever attended. And I'll smile pretty and run my mouth . . .

We're mighty proud of you Sissy!  And we all love you!

Jozy showing her beloved CH Aces & Eights in Walk and Trot Equitation at the Raleigh Spring Premier

Show Rider Jozy Unal Raises $270 for Handicapped Horseback Riders at her 9th Birthday Party

CLS Show Rider Jozy Unal did an amazing thing. In lieu of gifts at her 9th birthday party, she decided to ask friends to give money to Riverwood Therapeutic Riding Center in Tobaccoville.

Her friends contributed an astonishing $270 -- pretty amazing for a bunch of 9-year olds (with some very generous parents). Jozy, thank you and we are so proud of you. Happy Birthday baby! 

Elizabeth Marshall shown on the right with her buddy Cashlyn.

CLS Academy Team Member Elizabeth Marshall Donates $100 to Ghana from her piggy bank 

Little Bit Elizabeth Marshall is quite a saver!  And she's also very generous. She just contributed $100 to the orphanage in Ghana to help provide food, clean water, clothing and electricity. 

 Elizabeth used part of her savings to help kids on the other side of the globe.

That's the spirit, Elizabeth! 

Race for the Cure Update   

Thank you to our new team members who have signed up in the last week -- especially those who have signed up their whole families. This is one of those things you can put off and put off and then when you actually go you'll think -- "I'm so glad I did this!"

We have a great group and we thank Little Bits Mom Sonya Marion for being our fearless leader. Sign up today and we'll see you on Saturday. 

 Click here to see the CLS Team webpage, find out about the race or donate today.

Summer Camps at CLS: Riding Instruction and Fun with Friends 

Our camps have gotten great response this year and we're looking forward to having everyone!  If you haven't signed up -- it's time.  Your kids will increase their riding skills and they have a blast. There are no camps like ours anywhere!  Sign up today.  Click here to go to the Summer Camp page now.