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SUMMARY:Read to a Horse
DESCRIPTION:This is a recurring event held once a month. For a complete list of dates for this event\, please click the link above. \nEveryone enjoys being read to including our horses – Glóa\, Gunnar\, Jórda\, Tatari\, and Saer. Bring one of your favorite books or choose one from our library\, pull up a stool\, and share the love of reading with an Icelandic horse friend. \nCall (616) 228-4140 for more information. \n\nLimited space! Please register by the Thursday prior to the event you choose to attend. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/read-to-a-horse/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
CATEGORIES:Recurring Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T173000
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SUMMARY:Horses In The Moment
DESCRIPTION:These workshops center around activities with the horses at liberty and will focus on learning about how mindfulness techniques can help us to live in the present and capture moments of joy daily. \n\nHeld the third Monday of each month from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.\nLocated in the barn at Hestóvin Stables.\nAppropriate for ages 17 and up.\nMaximum of 10 spots available per workshop.\nCost is $50 per person.\nAll activities are unmounted and taught by a certified EAL instructor.\n\nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \n\nPlease register by the Thursday prior to the date you choose to attend. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/horses-in-the-moment/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
CATEGORIES:Recurring Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T173000
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SUMMARY:Tölt and Sold! Auction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual live and silent auction! \nWe depend solely on donations to enable us to carry out our mission statement and to provide excellent experiences for all who participate in the activities of Hestóvin Stables Therapeutic Riding Center. Funding from the auction will help us become financially self-sustainable so that we can continue to provide therapeutic services to clients and to preserve the property as a green space “horse oasis” in the midst of a very busy and developed area in Grand Rapids. \nWe will have a variety of items up for auction\, including unique experiences\, trips and getaways\, artwork\, gift baskets\, gift certificates\, and much more. There will also be food and drinks available and entertainment throughout the evening. Your support at this event will make a huge difference in our ability to continue serving our clients and maintaining our unique green space. Don’t miss out on this fun and impactful event! We look forward to seeing you there. Thank you for your support!
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/tolt-and-sold-auction/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261019T190000
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CREATED:20251223T170031Z
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SUMMARY:Horses In The Moment
DESCRIPTION:These workshops center around activities with the horses at liberty and will focus on learning about how mindfulness techniques can help us to live in the present and capture moments of joy daily. \n\nHeld the third Monday of each month from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.\nLocated in the barn at Hestóvin Stables.\nAppropriate for ages 17 and up.\nMaximum of 10 spots available per workshop.\nCost is $50 per person.\nAll activities are unmounted and taught by a certified EAL instructor.\n\nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \n\nPlease register by the Thursday prior to the date you choose to attend. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/horses-in-the-moment/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
CATEGORIES:Recurring Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261031T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261031T120000
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SUMMARY:Horse and Treat
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is coming soon so grab your unicorn horns and cowboy hats\, and join us at Hestóvin Stables! Wear your favorite costume or come as you are. Come trick-or-treating with the horses! Glóa\, Gunnar\, Jörda\, Sær\, and Tatari will be dressed up too! \nA $10 donation will serve as the RSVP for your family. \nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \n\nLimited space! Please register by Wednesday\, October 28. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/horse-and-treat/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261116T190000
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CREATED:20251223T170031Z
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SUMMARY:Horses In The Moment
DESCRIPTION:These workshops center around activities with the horses at liberty and will focus on learning about how mindfulness techniques can help us to live in the present and capture moments of joy daily. \n\nHeld the third Monday of each month from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.\nLocated in the barn at Hestóvin Stables.\nAppropriate for ages 17 and up.\nMaximum of 10 spots available per workshop.\nCost is $50 per person.\nAll activities are unmounted and taught by a certified EAL instructor.\n\nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \n\nPlease register by the Thursday prior to the date you choose to attend. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/horses-in-the-moment/2026-11-16/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
CATEGORIES:Recurring Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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SUMMARY:Furry-Friendsgiving
DESCRIPTION:Iceland does not celebrate Thanksgiving\, so let’s gather and show Glóa\, Gunnar\, Jörda\, Saer\, and Tatari why we love celebrating Thanksgiving! \nAn art activity\, snacks\, and books will be part of this celebration. \nA $10 donation will serve as the RSVP for your family. \nCall (616) 228-4140 for more information. \n\nRegistration required by Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/furry-friendsgiving/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261204T130000
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CREATED:20251223T194023Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful and welcoming Christmas Open House at Hestóvin Stables! Enjoy warm refreshments\, meet our horses\, take festive photos\, and explore the stables as we celebrate the season together. This free community event is designed to spread cheer\, showcase our programs\, and offer a cozy\, memorable holiday experience for all ages. \nWe can’t wait to celebrate with you!
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/christmas-open-house/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143502
CREATED:20260126T165925Z
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SUMMARY:13 Yule Lads – Dec 5
DESCRIPTION:It’s That Time of Year! Let’s celebrate the Icelandic way! \nThe Icelandic children are visited by 13 Yule Lads (Jólasveinar)\, each coming on the 13 nights leading up to Christmas (Jólin)\, December 25. These mischievous little visitors descend from the mountains\, one at a time\, and leave small gifts for well-behaved children. Join us as we learn about these fun mischievous lads. \nFood and drinks provided and of course our horses: Glóa Gunnar\, Tatari\, and Saer will be there to join in on all the fun. We Ho-Ho-Hope you can join us! \nA $10 donation will serve as the RSVP for your family. \nCall (616) 228-4140 for more information. \n\nLimited space! Please register by Wednesday\, December 2. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/13-yule-lads-dec-5/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261212T120000
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CREATED:20251223T193419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T174130Z
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SUMMARY:13 Yule Lads – Dec 12
DESCRIPTION:It’s That Time of Year! Let’s celebrate the Icelandic way! \nThe Icelandic children are visited by 13 Yule Lads (Jólasveinar)\, each coming on the 13 nights leading up to Christmas (Jólin)\, December 25. These mischievous little visitors descend from the mountains\, one at a time\, and leave small gifts for well-behaved children. Join us as we learn about these fun mischievous lads. \nFood and drinks provided and of course our horses: Glóa Gunnar\, Tatari\, and Saer will be there to join in on all the fun. We Ho-Ho-Hope you can join us! \nA $10 donation will serve as the RSVP for your family. \nCall (616) 228-4140 for more information. \n\nLimited space! Please register by Wednesday\, December 9. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/13-yule-lads-dec-12/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261219T113000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Caroling and Charity Blessing
DESCRIPTION:Christmas is the time for giving\, let’s gather to celebrate and give! \nJoin us in celebrating the holiday season through giving. Please consider bringing a item on the “Merry Christmas List” to donate to the Renew Therapeutic Riding Center as they continue to serve and bless the many riders that come there each week. \nIf you prefer to make a cash or check gift\, Hestóvin Stables will match the amount donated and send it to Last Stop Horse Rescue and Sanctuary. Please make checks payable to Last Stop Horse Rescue. \nPlease consider donating a monetary gift or any items that are needed to these wonderful organizations.. Thanks to your generosity\, Renew Therapeutic Riding Center and Last Stop Horse Rescue and Sanctuary can continue to provide their services and help to people and equines. \nRenew Therapeutic Riding Center\n146th Ave\nHolland\, MI\nrenewtrc.org  \nLast Stop Horse Rescue\nPO Box 580\nGainesville\, Georgia 30503\nlaststophorserescue.org  \nHot cocoa and Christmas goodies are provided.\nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \nA $10 donation will serve as the RSVP for your family. \n\nLimited space! Please register by Wednesday\, December 16. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/christmas-caroling-and-charity-blessing/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143502
CREATED:20251223T170031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193456Z
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SUMMARY:Horses In The Moment
DESCRIPTION:These workshops center around activities with the horses at liberty and will focus on learning about how mindfulness techniques can help us to live in the present and capture moments of joy daily. \n\nHeld the third Monday of each month from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.\nLocated in the barn at Hestóvin Stables.\nAppropriate for ages 17 and up.\nMaximum of 10 spots available per workshop.\nCost is $50 per person.\nAll activities are unmounted and taught by a certified EAL instructor.\n\nCall (616) -228-4140 for more information. \n\nPlease register by the Thursday prior to the date you choose to attend. \nRegister Now
URL:https://hestovinstables.org/event/horses-in-the-moment/2026-12-21/
LOCATION:Hestóvin Stables\, 1217 East Paris SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546
CATEGORIES:Recurring Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hest%C3%B3vin Stables":MAILTO:info@hestovinstables.org
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