Old Friends - Thoroughbred Retirement
Press Release
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MEDIA CONTACT: Cynthia Grisolia, (502) 863-1775, cindy@oldfriendsequine.org, or Barbara Fossum, (502) 863-1775, barbara@oldfriendsequine.org

 
OLD FRIENDS TO HOST KIDS WEEKENDS FEATURING NEW BOOK "DR. SEUSS'S HORSE MUSEUM"

 

GEORGETOWN, KY - AUGUST 30, 2019 Old Friends, The Thoroughbred retirement facility in Georgetown, KY, will host a children's reading and art event highlighted by the newly published Dr. Seuss book, Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum (Penguin Random House), for two weekends in September.

The events, to be held Sept. 14 and Sept. 15 and again on Sept. 28 and Sept. 29, from 2 pm to 4 pm, will welcome children ages six to 10 for a horse-themed afternoon featuring a book reading, an arts & craft session, a visit to Old Friends's own "Horse Museum," and a short interactive farm tour to introduce youngsters to some of the farm's most famous equine athletes, including two winners of the Kentucky Derby.

Participating kids will also receive a gift bag that includes a copy of the new Seuss book and other related other goodies.

"This new book offers Old Friends an opportunity to have a focused children's event, something we've not really had the opportunity to do," said Old Friends founder and President Michael Blowen. "We hope this will not only encourage reading and creativity, but at the same time teach children about the long-term care of horses and other animals, and, of course, raise awareness of our farm and its mission." 

Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum is a never-before-published Dr. Seuss book about creating and looking at art. This book is like a visit to a museum-with a horse as your guide.

While beloved children's-book author Theodor Geisel --aka Dr. Seuss--passed away in 1991, this new book is based on a manuscript and sketches discovered in 2013. Taking inspiration from these original sketches, acclaimed illustrator Andrew Joyner has created a look that is both subtly Seussian and wholly his own.

His whimsical illustrations are combined with "real-life" paintings by such artists as Picasso, Alexander Calder, and Jackson Pollock, among others. The book also features cameo appearances by classic Dr. Seuss characters, among them the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch, and Horton the Elephant.

Fifty (50) seats are available for each session of the Dr. Seuss Horse Museum event at Old Friends Farm, and the cost is $35 per child. Reservations are required (no walk-ins please) and are being accepted now. To reserve please call (502) 863-1775 or visit the farm at 1841 Paynes Depot Rd, Georgetown, KY. Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.

Payment is required in advance of event (cash, checks, and all major credit cards accepted). Payments can be made by phone, by mail, or in person at the farm.

Old Friends is a Thoroughbred retirement farm based in Georgetown, KY. The non-profit organization cares for over 200 retired and rescued horses, including breeding stallions. Among the famous residents are 1997 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winners Silver Charm and War Emblem. The farm is open to the public for tours daily by appointment.



The Dr. Seuss Horse Museum 
Event at Old Friends Farm

Saturday Sept. 14 - 2 pm to 4 pm

Sunday Sept. 15 - 2 pm to 4 pm

Saturday Sept. 28 - 2 pm to 4 pm

Sunday Sept. 29 - 2 pm to 4 pm

Open to children age six to 10
$35 per child
Reservations are required
To reserve call (502) 863-1775
Or visit the farm at 
1841 Paynes Depot Rd., Georgetown


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Old Friends is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that cares for over 200 retired racehorses. It's Dream Chase Farm, located in Georgetown, KY, is open to tourists daily by appointment. Old Friends also has a satellite facilities: Old Friends at Cabin Creek: The Bobby Frankel Division in Greenfield Center, N.Y. For more information on tours or to make a donation, contact the main farm at (502) 863-1775 or see their website at www.oldfriendsequine.org.