Local groups in spotlight on Fridays at Fox Lea Farm
Fox Lea Farm in Venice, one of the nation’s top horse show facilities, recently kicked off its annual eight-week Grand Prix and Hunter Derby show circuit with support from Visit Sarasota County.
The prestigious equestrian series runs on Wednesdays through Sundays with competitions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. until March 10. “Show Jumping Under The Stars” on Friday evenings features live music and family-friendly events with organizations that include the Venice Symphony, Family Promise of Sarasota County, Venice Main Street, Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County, Venice Lions Club, and Sertoma Club of Venice. Proceeds from admission benefit the organizations.
“Show Jumping Under The Stars isn’t just about elite competition. It is a celebration of community connections,” said Kim Aldrich-Farrell, operations manager for Fox Lea Farm (800 N. Auburn Road, Venice). “With support from our amazing local partners, we extend a warm invitation to share in the equestrian excitement.”