The 13th Annual Fiesta Charity Spectacular and Horse Show will bring to life the Los Angeles Equestrian Center May 4-8 with an exciting display of events with a heartfelt cause – to raise funds for much-needed research to stop cancer. This five-day event also honors horses and people steeped in rich tradition and has provided an array of entertainment, as well as awareness and knowledge on cancer in the community. The Spectacular will be held on Saturday, May 7 and will showcase an enchanting multi-cultural “Broadway Style” Equestrian and Musical Spectacular – a dazzling display highlighted by Latin, Mariachi, and other music, as well as Flamenco and Folkloric dancing. Performances will also demonstrate the agility of many breeds of horses that date back to the original Spanish bred horse brought to American in the 1400’s. The Fiesta Charity Multi-breed Horse Show will be held on May 4th, 5th, 6th and 8th, and will be free to the public. A Dressage show will be featured on Wednesday, May 4th and an Open Driving Show on Thursday, May 5th. These days will also showcase Andalusians, Lusitanos, Pure Raza Espanola, Friesians, Paso Finos, Peruvian Pasos, Gypsy Horses, Plantation Walking Horses, and Open classes. See the ad on page 96 for more information, or call (818) 842-8444.

Speaking of the fight against cancer, another opportunity to be involved is being provided by Four Flex and Sher-Mar Enterprises. From March 1 to through Oct. 1 this year, Sher-Mar Enterprises will donate $1 for every unit sold of Four Flex and Four Flex HA. Your purchase ensures your horse gets the best joint supplement possible and a contribution will be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Fund. You can find Four Flex at your favorite tack or feed store – see their ad on page 17.

Track One Events and the Southern California Quarter Horse Exhibitor’s Association are pleased to present the “Double Feature” Quarter Horse Circuit June 2-5 the L.A Equestrian Center. The double-judged event with eight judges officiating four days will provide trophy buckles by sponsor Silverado Silversmiths to each Circuit Champion. Contact Track One at (714) 444-2918.

Hear the buzz in Norco? “Best of America by Horseback” rides into town May 6th-8th to do three days of filming for their show that airs on RFD-TV. Don’t miss this opportunity to be seen on a nationally televised show riding your horse! Also, world champion and Pinchless Bit developer Dave Robart will be part of the show and is scheduled to conduct a clinic. On Friday, May 6th, Dave will be doing an in-store demonstration of his bits at Thrifty Horse in Norco. Call Liza with First Time Events for more info about these exciting upcoming events at (951) 582-0333

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Need a break? Ride with Las Caballeras on their 16th Annual Spring Ride, coming up April 29th-May 1st! Enjoy a weekend of trail riding and horse camping at the beautiful Rustic Ranch in Lake Hughes, listen to the songs, stories and cowboy poetry of WMA Hall of Fame winner Rusty Richards (Sons of the Pioneers) on Saturday, and dine on delicious Old West cowboy cooking throughout the weekend. The $150 per person 18 years and older includes campsite, entertainment, trail rides and meals. For a ride application & more info, call Lori at (951) 849-0866, and see the ad on page 95.

The Castlebrook Barns Savings program is back by popular demand! Built with the strength of steel and the timeless beauty of wood, Castlebrook Barns provides a superior, quality product for a competitive price. Spend $30,000 or more and receive five percent off; spend $45,000 or more and receive 7.5 percent off, or spend $65,000 or more and receive 10 percent off! Restrictions and details apply, so call Castlebrook Barns to learn more at (800) 522-2767 or see their ad on page 5.

Menifee Meadows and Teresa Kackert are hosting CHA Certifications this year! This is a great opportunity to get certified as a trainer. The Standard English and Western Certification will be held May 27th-31st and is only $650. If you’re looking to take the EFM (Equine Facility/Barn Manager) Certification, that will be offered June 1st-3rd for $495. To register & learn more, please contact Teresa at (619) 572-3087 or see their ad on page 47.

Looking for a top notch ranch gelding, a well-broke trail or team-roping horse? The Twombly Performance Horse Sale will be held Saturday May 14 at the ranch near Scottsbluff, Neb., with lots of duns and buckskins. Soundness is guaranteed. For directions and more information about the sale, see the ad on page 86, or call (308) 783-1866.