The library can be used by individual members, 4-H clubs, boarding facilities or local clubs. In the coming weeks Middleburg's National Sporting Library will display the official souvenier program from the 1938 match race in which Seabiscuit defeated War Admiral. The program was a gift from former NSL director Peter Winants, who attended the match race at Pimlico as a boy. Other shows are planned for April 29, June 3, July 8, August 5, September 9 and October 7. Divisions are recognized by the Battlefield and Virginia Horse Shows Assosications.
Classes range from English to western to games and driving.
The new Great Meadow Grand Prix jumping event is set September 9, an international polo championship September 15, the Middleburg Classic Horse Show is September 17-23, a dressage show October 7, and the International Gold Cup is October 20. At Glenwood Park in Middleburg, the event will benefit the Loudoun Therapeutic Riding Foundation. There will be 10 and 20-mile trails, and lunch is included as part of the entry fee. June 2 Classicus Farm in Edinburg will host a seminar about alternative medicines for horses from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 2. Veterinarian and acupuncturist Dr. Marvin Cain of Hillsboro, human and equine chiropractor Kerry Bertschinger, and equine physical therapist Gwen Edsall of Millwood will speak.