Even as a deadly pandemic stopped the world in its tracks, the business of horse racing continued — and thankfully so, too, did the art of writing about it. The year 2021 brings with it the 15th annual Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award, once again recognizing the best long-form writing the world of racing has to offer.
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Christine A. Moore Millinery to Partner With Kentucky Derby Museum
Christine Moore is proud to partner with the Kentucky Derby Museum as a featured milliner for 2021 and as part of the Winning Colors Derby Hat Soiree and Brunch on Sunday, April 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the museum. Christine A. Moore Millinery will showcase pieces from the 2021 Spring and Derby Collection. All pieces will be for sale at the event. Brunch will feature a mimosa social and hat show with many local celebrities in attendance. For more information and tickets for the event, visit https://www.derbymuseum.org.
Breeders’ Cup Launches Second Season of Cocktails & Conversation
The Breeders’ Cup, one of Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious international events, launches the second season of Cocktails & Conversation today (Thursday, April 1) at 6 p.m. ET via Breeders’ Cup’s Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube pages.
Maryland Horse Foundation Launches Campaign to Establish Maryland Horse Library & Education Center
The Maryland Horse Foundation has launched the Maryland Horse Library and Education Center Capital Campaign. Located in the heart of historic Reisterstown in the Maryland Horse Breeders Association’s building at 321 Main Street, the Maryland Horse Library and Education Center will honor the history of horses in Maryland and serve as a hub for learning and collaboration. The breadth and depth of the Maryland horse industry will be represented by a robust collection of reference books in a warm-and-welcoming venue available for public use.
