
May
9,
2008
Power of a Whisper Lecture Event Being Held at STAR
On
Saturday, May 24, the Power of a Whisper Leture will be
held at STAR. This is a unique event that combines classroom
settings, power point presentations, and arena demontrations.
Noted equine clinicians Lisa Wysocky and Sam Powell will lead
the Power of Whisper and will discuss numerous horse topics.
The cost of the event is $35, which includes lunch. Partial proceeds
benefit STAR. Click here for more information on the event or
visit www.powerofawhisper.com.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity. Contact STAR at 865-988-4711
to pre-register. Employment
Opportunity Available at STAR
STAR
currently has a job opening for a Volunteer Coordinator.
Click here for
more information on this position. If
you are interested in the job, please contact Lynn Petr at 865-988-4711
or execdir@rideatstar.org.
STAR to Benefit from Ticket Sales for the Knoxville Open!
New
to this year’s event, Knox Area Golf Charities is collaborating
with various local non-profits to sell $25 Weekly (General Admission)
tickets. What a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a day of golf and
help your favorite non-profit! STAR is excited to participate in
this fund raising endeavor, in which 100 percent of the ticket
sale proceeds sold by STAR will stay with STAR! Purchase for yourself,
customers, friends, family and employees! Click here to read more.
Next Volunteer Training is June 9, 2008
If
you are interested in volunteering at STAR then mark your calendars!
STAR will be having volunteer training on Monday, June 9 from 5:30pm-9:30pm.
Click here for a flyer about the training that includes directions
and requirements.You can call STAR at 865-988-4711 if you need
more
information.
If
you do plan on attending the training you can get a head start
on the paperwork. Download, print, and complete the Volunteer
Information Packet and bring it with you to training. Construction
Begins on Indoor Arena
Big changes
can be seen at STAR with the construction of the new Indoor Arena!!
What a welcome addition this is to STAR’s
facility. The arena will double the therapeutic riding space by
allowing two classes to run simultaneously, as well as provide
essential protection from the elements for our medically fragile
riders. This structure will allow STAR to host National and Regional
clinics and workshops to strengthen the therapeutic riding industry,
as well as conduct instructor training and other events that cannot
be accommodated at present with our outdoor arena.
Making
a Difference at STAR
“Walk on,” the
rider says softly to Buddy.
“
Walk on”. . . Two small words that take STAR riders
into new uncharted territories.
“Walk on”.
. . Two small words that bring smiles, laughter and fun to
STAR riders.
“Walk on”.
. . Two small words that allow STAR riders to gain
self-confidence, grow stronger physically and mentally.
“Walk on,” the
rider says softly to Buddy. With those two small words, Buddy
gently walks forward and the
magic begins.
. .
“Walk on”.
. . These two small words have a large impact in the world of
therapeutic riding. Over one hundred and
twenty individuals living with disabilities and daily challenges
come to STAR to reap the benefits of therapeutic riding and equine
facilitated learning. This winter we expect to finish the indoor
arena and be able to double our therapeutic riding space. This
wonderful new arena will also offer welcome relief and protection
from the elements, which is especially vital to our medically fragile
riders.
In addition to serving the needs of children and adults who have
a wide range of physical, mental, and developmental challenges,
STAR is excited to announce the official launch of the new A-Team
program for at-risk youth in our community. Developed to help young
people who are compromised by their situation in life or the choices
they have made, the A-Team lets young people experience how to
solve problems, communicate effectively, manage anger and foster
personal relationships. The program also helps defuse peer dependence
while developing a commitment to community, a positive identity
and feelings of self worth, positive values, leadership skills,
academic achievement, and life skills. Our first group is nearing
the end of their session and a second group from another school
has already signed up to begin this winter.
So, in this, our 20th anniversary year, we celebrate how much
has come from our humble beginnings. Yet we did not grow from a
backyard start-up to this fantastic facility without a whole lot
of help from people who believed in our mission and gave generously
of their time and resources throughout the years to see the dream
fulfilled. We are so thankful for all of you.
We are also thankful for the amazing growth and healing that is
displayed every day by our riders with special needs. Each one
is unique and an inspiration to us all. They exhibit strength,
perseverance and hope, and tell us in so many ways how their lives
have been changed for the better since coming to STAR.
With
your contribution you can make a difference in the lives that
are touched by STAR
for many years to come. Please join us
as we continue to bring smiles to faces, improve mental and physical
functions, and enrich the lives of people with disabilities. Together,
as we enable riders to say those two small words, “walk on,” we
want you to know that the people whose lives we transform will
always have two small words in their hearts for your support…“Thank
you”.
Your donation to STAR will allow us to help others right here
in East Tennessee. Please do not hesitate ~ your gift will make
a difference in a life today!
Please
feel free to come by anytime and witness these “small
miracles” for yourself!
STAR
is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation dedicated to providing
quality instruction in therapeutic horseback riding to disabled
persons. Since incorporating in 1987, STAR has grown to be the
largest program in East Tennessee.
STAR's
mission is to foster personal growth and achievement by providing
educational, recreational, and physically challenging therapeutic
experiences
using horse related activities
for persons with disabilities.
Please
check out our web site and e-mail
us if you have questions.
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