As construction nears completion on the new equestrian arena at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm, the Friends of Franklin Parks is hosting the fourth annual “Raise the Roofs” fundraising event on Saturday, August 15 at Harlinsdale.
At the event, attendees will have an opportunity to see their funds in action as the multi-purpose equestrian arena will be almost ready for use. Horse demonstrations, tours of the new arena facility, an auction and food and drinks from about a dozen local restaurants will all be available at the Raise the Roofs fundraiser. The event starts at 5 p.m.
“Raise the Roofs has become one of the best fundraising events of the year, and this year we’ve got a lot to celebrate,” said Dr. Monty McInturff, president of the Board of Governors of Friends of Franklin Parks. “With the arena nearing completion, we’re ready to talk about a broader vision for Harlinsdale as an equestrian center for middle Tennessee.”
The $1.1 million arena project has been an ongoing project in Franklin and with community, corporate partners and fundraising events, funds have almost reached Franklin Park’s Harlinsdale arena goal.
Tickets are $75 per person and reserved tables for eight or 10 guests are available. Purchase tickets online at www.2015raisetheroofs.eventbrite.com.
Friends of Franklin Parks was founded in 2011 with a mission to enhance Franklin’s city parks with private dollars. Over the course of three years, the non-profit has raised more than $1 million from individual, corporate and organizational partners. To learn more, visit www.friendsoffranklinparks.org.
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