Dade City tack shop restores cherished horse gear

By Christy Callaghan McLaughlin, Times Correspondent Friday, February 3, 2012 Jill DeSilva opened A Bit of Both Tack Shop in Dade City last November, hoping to combine her experience in retail sales with a reputation for quality leather restorations. She stocks the basics from blankets and bridles to grooming supplies.  DADE CITY — Jill DeSilva didn't miss a beat when a teenage cowgirl asked ...

Pattaya Mail

The final of the 2012 BMW - B Grimm Thai Open Polo Tournament will take place this coming Saturday, January 21 at the picturesque Thai Polo & Equestrian Club in east Pattaya.

What's on

- Meet Illustrator Chris Tougas, the creative talent behind this year's Summer Reading Club artwork at the Maple Ridge Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Chris is the author and illustrator of Mechanimals and Art Supplies. Learn how he gets his zany ideas and puts them into a book.

A Safe House for Child Sex Slaves

Right now, there's no shelter or program in Texas dedicated to serving child victims of sex trafficking. Most service providers can't afford to meet the state's strict requirements, but one local ministry is taking up the challenge to serve some of our most abused children.

Happening this weekend: Pet-related events you can attend

A cat show, a canine agility trial and a class on pet herb gardening are on this weekend’s pet agenda. Also, don’t forget to watch the Puppy Bowl on Sunday.