Therapeutic Horseback Riding Theatrical Presentation February 9, 2012

[Systems of Hope]

WHAT: SIRE: On Stage! A theatrical presentation of therapeutic
horseback riding skills by SIRE riders with disabilities. Therapeutic
riding demonstrations will begin at the top of each hour, 5:00, 6:00
and 7:00 PM and will last for approximately 15 – 20 minutes for each
session. HPD Mounted Patrol partners will also demonstrate the unique
skills that horses bring to law enforcement situations.

WHEN: Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 5:00 to 7:30 PM

WHERE: The Hobby Center, Sarofim Stage – 800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002

WHY: Promoting awareness of the benefits of therapeutic horseback
riding, as well as encouraging sustainable funding for this program
that is supported 75% by community donations. Most demonstrations are
given at SIRE’s remote rural sites; the Hobby Center enables SIRE to
bring program demonstrations to “Inner-Loopers” who might not
traditionally attend a horseback riding event in the country.

HOW: Tickets are free, although an RSVP is required for the event.
Serving complimentary appetizers, cocktails and soft drinks.To RSVP,
call Susan or JoAnn at 281-356-7588.

WHAT ELSE: SIRE, Houston’s Therapeutic Equestrian Centers, is a non-
profit therapeutic horseback riding program that improves the quality
of life for people with disabilities through therapeutic horseback
riding and related activities. SIRE has been active in the Houston
area for the past 28 years and currently serves over 160 clients per
week (with the help of 300 volunteers per week!) at sites in Hockley,
Spring and Ft. Bend County.SIRE is the only premier accredited center
in the Houston area with PATH International, formerly NARHA (North
American Riding for the Handicapped Association). For more information
about SIRE, call 281-356-7588, email at (Enable Javascript to see the
email address)SIREo...@SIRE-htec.org or visit www.sire-htec.org.