Backstretch Appreciation Days
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is sponsoring two Backstretch Appreciation Days on Sept. 13 at Laurel Park at 1 p.m. and Sept. 21 at Pimlico at noon.
All are welcome to spend some time after training hours socializing, listening to music and eating. Once again Bob’s Hideaway catering will provide pit beef, pulled pork, hot dogs, salads, soda and water, and desserts.
There are plans to offer free merchandise and have drawings for prizes and cash. Make plans to attend.
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