DOVER SADDLERY OPENS IN MANCHESTER ON MARCH 11 WITH GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION AND FREE GIFT TO FIRST 50 CUSTOMERS

WHAT: The second Dover Saddlery Store in Connecticut will open Friday, March 11 in Manchester, CT. The celebration will include a ribbon cutting, a donation to Manes & Motions Therapeutic Riding Center and a giveaway for the first 50 customers to enter the store that morning.

In the store, the public will be treated to Grand Opening specials and can enter to win a $500 shopping spree, as well as meet representatives from many brands.

For anyone who loves horses and for riders from novice to expert, Dover Saddlery offers the finest selection of English riding apparel and tack. The beautifully merchandised store, with easy access and great curb appeal, will offer the leading equestrian brands as well as many Dover exclusive items. In-store services will include custom boot and coat fitting, monograming and a saddle testing program.

Serving Central Connecticut for nearly 20 years, Manes & Motions Therapeutic Riding Center is owned and operated by Hospital for Special Care. Located on the Daniels Farm in Middletown, Manes & Motions provides equine-assisted activities and therapies to people with physical, emotional or cognitive special needs. Manes & Motions is a PATH International Premier Accredited Center and serves a diverse rider population ranging from four years old to adulthood. For more information, please www.hfsc.org/manes-motions.

WHEN: Friday, March 11, 2015, 9 a.m. ribbon cutting, donation and opening

WHY: Dover selected Manchester for the opening of its new Connecticut store based on its tremendous customer base in the area.

WHERE: Dover Saddlery

1153 Tolland Turnpike

Manchester, CT 06042