Mountain Resource Center to host 2nd Annual Mountain Derby Daze Fundraiser

28 Feb 2017 16:54 #1 by MountainResourceCenter

Mountain Resource Center to host 2nd Annual Mountain Derby Daze Fundraiser

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Conifer, CO, February 22, 2017 – Please join Mountain Resource Center for a true iconic event of Americana at the 2nd Annual Mountain Derby Daze Fundraiser celebrating the tradition of the Kentucky Derby. This family friendly event is being held from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Anchorage Farm, a beautiful horse ranch located at 12889 South Parker Avenue., Pine, CO 80470.

The event will feature food, entertainment and events for children and adults. Local vocal artist Sharla Jackson will serve as emcee and sing the National Anthem. Playing one-of-a-kind rock, jazz and blues will be Ruth Israel & the band, Once Removed. Have your picture taken by Amy Johnson Photography with local Royalty and the horses at Anchorage Farm. Come ready to play games, enjoy our silent auction, have your face painted and compete to win prizes in Hobby Horse Races -- Riders Up!

Creative Cuisine will serve Southern Derby fare, and there will be mint juleps, beer and wine. For the kids, we’ll offer Shirley Temples. The Kentucky Derby race will be aired live at 4:34 p.m. MST as the event finale.

Tickets are $45 for individuals or $80 for couples, which includes food and one drink ticket per person. Children 3 years of age and under are free; cost is $15 for kids 4-14. Additional drink tickets are $5 each. Tickets can be purchased at Mountain Resource Center’s front desk from 9 am to 1 pm and 2 to 5 p.m. Monday – Thursday or online at www.mrcco.org . Sponsorships are now available by contacting Mel at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 303-838-7552 x 26.

And they’re off! Wear your own derby hat creation or purchase one from a limited supply of decorated women’s derby hats, available for $10 at the event’s Registration tent and enter the “Best Derby Hat” contest. Winner of the best Ladies derby hat is a gift certificate donated by TallGrass Spa, and the winner of the Men’s best derby hat will win a basket donated by Millercoors.

About Mountain Resource Center
Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support the services that Mountain Resource Center provides to individuals and families in our community. Mountain Resource Center is a community-based nonprofit organization with a mission to provide high quality, integrated health and human services that improve the lives of people in communities we serve. Mountain Resource Center relies heavily upon donations and volunteers from the community to meet these needs. If interested in Volunteer opportunities, please contact Shirley at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We look forward to seeing you at this FUNdraiser!

Kristina Sherwood
Public Relations, Marketing and Special Events
Mountain Resource Center
11030 Kitty Drive
Conifer, CO 80433
303-838-7552 X 18
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www.mrcco.org
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16 Mar 2017 13:15 #2 by MountainResourceCenter
We're looking for a few more sponsors, please contact Mel at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 303-838-7552 x 26 for more information and to sign up!

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19 Apr 2017 12:36 #3 by MountainResourceCenter

Derby Daze Family Pack: $95 for Two adults and two children (includes a drink ticket for each family member)

Please join Mountain Resource Center for a true iconic event of Americana at the 2nd Annual Mountain Derby Daze Fundraiser celebrating the tradition of the Kentucky Derby. This family friendly event is being held from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Anchorage Farm, a beautiful horse ranch located at 12889 South Parker Avenue., Pine, CO 80470.

The event will feature food, entertainment and events for children and adults. Local vocal artist Sharla Jackson will serve as emcee and sing the National Anthem. Playing one-of-a-kind rock, jazz and blues will be Ruth Israel & the band, Once Removed. This 9-piece band will rock the arena!

Have your picture taken by Amy Johnson Photography with local Royalty and the horses at Anchorage Farm. Come ready to play games, enjoy our silent auction, have your face painted and compete to win prizes in Hobby Horse Races -- Riders Up!

Creative Cuisine will serve Southern Derby fare, and there will be mint juleps, beer and wine. For the kids, we’ll offer Shirley Temples. The Kentucky Derby race will be aired live at 4:34 p.m as the event finale.

Derby Daze Family Pack: $95 for Two adults and two children (includes a drink ticket for each family member).

Tickets are $45 for individuals or $80 for couples, which includes food and one drink ticket per person. Children 3 years of age and under are free; cost is $15 for kids 4-14. Additional drink tickets are $5 each. Tickets can be purchased at Mountain Resource Center’s front desk from 9 am to 1 pm and 2 to 5 p.m. Monday – Thursday or online at www.mrcco.org . Sponsorships are now available by contacting Mel at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 303-838-7552 x 26.

And they’re off! Wear your own derby hat creation or purchase one from a limited supply of decorated women’s derby hats, available for $10 at the event’s Registration tent and enter the “Best Derby Hat” contest. Winner of the best Ladies derby hat is a gift certificate donated by TallGrass Spa, and the winner of the Men’s best derby hat will win a basket donated by MillerCoors.

About Mountain Resource Center
Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support the services that Mountain Resource Center provides to individuals and families in our community. Mountain Resource Center is a community-based nonprofit organization with a mission to provide high quality, integrated health and human services that improve the lives of people in communities we serve. Mountain Resource Center relies heavily upon donations and volunteers from the community to meet these needs.

We look forward to seeing you at this FUNdraiser!

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04 May 2017 13:52 #4 by MountainResourceCenter
DERBY HAT CONTEST

It’s time to break out your Derby hat and enter the “Best Ladies Derby hat” contest! Winner of the Ladies best Derby hat will win a gift certificate from Tallgrass Aveda Spa and Salon.

Winner of the Men’s Best Derby hat will win a basket filled with MillerCoors products donated by Mike and Lori Booth complete with cigars donated by Tekla Taylor.

This family friendly event is being held from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Anchorage Farm, a beautiful horse ranch located at 12889 South Parker Avenue., Pine, CO 80470.

The Kentucky Derby race will be aired live at 4:34 p.m as the event finale.

This event is being held at an indoor, heated riding arena so wear your best boots and join the fun!

We are expecting a 73 degree and sunny afternoon! We look forward to seeing you at this FUNdraiser!

For more information, please check out our Web site: www.mrcco.org to purchase tickets or buy them day of at the Registration tent.

Mountain Resource Center is a community-based nonprofit organization with a mission to provide high quality, integrated health and human services that improve the lives of people in communities we serve.

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12889 S. Parker Ave.
Pine, CO 80470

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