Bonnie Brae Polo Classic 2007 Slated for June 9
posted 4/19/2007 10:39:00 PM | archive
Sponsorship and Prime Tailgating Reservations Available Now
Download Fact SheetLooking for an opportunity to spend a lovely day in the country, tailgating with friends and enjoying an elegant equestrian sport and entertainment - all for the benefit of a worthy cause? Following in the hoofprints of previous successful benefit polo matches, Fieldview Farm, home of the Far Hills Polo Club in Hunterdon County's Pittstown, NJ -- will be the location of the eighth annual Bonnie Brae Polo Classic on Saturday, June 9, 2007. (Weather or field condition date –June 10)
The event –
presented by Chugai Pharma USA, LLC and Prestige Wealth Management Group -- is being held to help raise funds and increase awareness for Bonnie Brae, a private, nonprofit accredited residential treatment and special education center serving emotionally disturbed boys, ages 11-18. Now in its ninth decade of operation, Bonnie Brae -- located on 100 acres of land in Bernards Township, NJ -- has instrumentally helped and changed the lives of more than 4,500 young men. The agency provides a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment where troubled boys can develop trust, maximize personal and social potential, and build lives as good citizens -- productive in their communities and families.
Last year, the Bonnie Brae Polo Classic drew more than 3,000 spectators. This year, officials expect even more guests to watch the high goal professional caliber
Aeterna Zentaris, Inc Team defend its title against the
Prestige Wealth Management Group Team. This entertainment spectacle, designed and produced by Hemisphere Productions Events, is unlike any other in the tri-state area. Its growing popularity has reached milestones in maturity in just eight years.
It is already positioned as a recognized annual event
"One of the top three events in New Jersey" with an extraordinary return attendance rate from sponsors and spectators alike. The farm offers a stunning backdrop for a spirited game of polo and a day of lavish tailgating. Many of the ladies dress in flowing dresses and large-brimmed adorned hats and compete in the Best Hat Competition; gents look dapper, recalling the elegance of another era. Located directly off Route 78 at exit 15, the farm features 150 acres of lush green pastures surrounded by stately trees, a picturesque garden nursery and sprawling equestrian properties.
Gates will open at noon for tailgating. Pre-match activities start at 1:00 p.m. The polo match will begin at 2:00 p.m. following opening ceremonies, featuring the Champion Bagpipe and Drum Corps, a classic car parade, the Bonnie Brae Knights Precision Drum Corp, and the Morris County Park Mounted Police presentation of the flag and the national anthem. Highlighting the intermission will be the traditional divot stomp, a demonstration by the Top Notch Equestrian Centre Drill Team, the Tewksbury Foot Bassets, and tailgate awards presentations. A raffle drawing for a choice of over 100 trip destinations will be held at the end of the match at approximately 5:00 p.m., followed by an awards ceremony and champagne toast to the teams.
South Side Sponsors and Patrons will be provided with tables and chairs and enjoy passes to the VIP Champagne Tent hosted by Remy Amerique and Raritan Liquors.
New this year, The Vineyard Tent will offer entrance to North Field Side Tailgate Patrons to savor fine wines from local vineyards. General Admission guests may bring their own picnic baskets and beverages. There will be no food sold at the site. Prior to May 10th, tailgaters may order gourmet platters from the Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge, and wine, spirits, and ice from Raritan Liquors in Bernardsville who will deliver directly to Patron's tailgate locations. They may also utilize their own caterer but must notify the Event Producer, Hemisphere Productions Events, LLC at 908-580-0051 to register them for credentials. Novelty vendors will include an equestrian art exhibit and awards tent, a classic motorcars display, and shops with Polo Chapeaux, Leather bags, jewelry, and Equestrian themed items.
A distinguished panel of judges, including George Marriner Maull, Music Director and Conductor of the Philharmonic Orchestra of New Jersey, Regan Hofmann, Editor in Chief of POZ Magazine, and Paul Ingenito, Executive Chef and owner of The Perryville Inn will award prizes for creative tailgate parties in a variety of categories: Most Original Theme, Most Elegant Tailgate, Best Corporate Design, Prettiest and Most Creative Hats Worn at the Event, and Most Outstanding Gourmet Presentation. Be sure to see the amazing spectacle of theme tailgates that are distinguishing this event from others, and putting it in a class by itself for spectator entertainment.
Tickets are on sale now, with excellent viewing sideline tailgate spaces available for $200, $300, and $500, based upon location and amenities included. Tailgate spaces must be reserved by May 17th. General admission tickets are $10 per person, including parking if purchased by June 8th. Children under 12 are admitted free.
$10 General admission tickets may be purchased by mail by May 17th, or starting May 15th at any of the following ticket locations through June 8th:
Bourbon Street Wine & Spirits locations in Califon, Clinton, Flemington, Lebanon, Phillpsburg and Stewartsville, Raritan Liquors in Bernardsville, and Peapack Fine Wines in Peapack. The ticket price at the gate will be $20 per person on the day of the match.
Corporate Sponsors to date include Aterna Zentaris, Inc., Branchburg Eye Physicians, Chugai Pharma USA, LLC, Findaway Farm, Foley Rents, Hunterdon Horses and Homes.com, Jaeger Lumber, Lauber Imports, Merrill Lynch, The Neigel Center For Cosmetic & Laser Surgery, New Jersey Life Magazine, Olde Mill Inn, Panek's Golf Cart Service Company, Peapack Fine Wines, Premier Medical Care, Prestige Wealth Management Group, Raritan Liquors, Recorder Community Newspapers, Remy Amerique, The Rose and Radish, Rutgers Landscape, The Stable Ltd. Thoroughbred Motorcars, Twill Printing, Inc., Verizon Communications, and The Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust.
A limited number of corporate sponsorship opportunities are still available with prompt response. For sponsorship, tailgate reservations, volunteer opportunities, and all other information, call the Event Producer,
Hemisphere Productions Events, LLC, at (908) 580-0051 or visit the Bonnie Brae Polo Classic Website at
www.fieldviewfarm.com.
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