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from therapeutic riding centers and rescues to private ranches and sanctuaries. Californians played roles in the production and its inspiration, including Carolyn Resnick, Dr. Barrie Sands, Dr. Ellen Kaye Gehrke, Joell Dunlap of the Square Peg Foundation, and others. “If this film helps people see horses differently, encourages greater care and respect for them, and opens even a small number of hearts to new pos- sibilities for healing and con- nection, then it has fulfilled its purpose,” says Dana, who also hopes it will elevate and sup- port the rescues, sanctuaries, equine-assisted therapy centers and practitioners. The Feb. 14 screening at TERI Campus of Life, home to TERI’s Therapeutic Equestrian Program, was one of many pre- miere events scheduled nation- wide. Partnering with TERI as co-host was Art Soul And Horses, and the day was a fiting tribute to kick off the Year of the Fire Horse, featuring a recep- tion and equestrian-themed art auction, an intimate discussion with the filmmakers following the film, and a visit from TERI’s mini horses, Jack and Jill. The artwork donated by local artists raised more than $3,000 to be split between two local horse rescue organizations, Milly’s Place and Paradise Dreams Sanctuary. “Screenings like the
Valentine’s Day event in San Marcos are incredibly meaning- ful,” says Dana. “They create a space for people to experience the film together and open con- versations that oſten continue long aſter the film ends. These gatherings allow communities to connect more deeply with each other and with the horses who inspire this work.”
The Bornemann Theatre terrace came to life before and after the screening.
Paradise Dreams Animal Sanctuary founder Eloise Christopher
Vivian Thwaits, founder of Art Soul And Horses (right) and Natalie Hill, Director of Equestrian Services at TERI, welcome a packed house.
Horsetrader photo
Horsetrader photo
Horsetrader photo
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