Bits & Pieces

06/05/2026

Join us for an evening of food, fun, and BINGO to raise funds in support of our Bits & Pieces athletes as they prepare for the Special Olympic Equestrian Games in October 2026!
$45 per person.

Your ticket includes:

*10 Rounds of Bingo with 10 Fabulous Prizes

*Appetizers-Pizza-Dessert-Non-alcoholic beverages

*21+ BYOB

*Split the Pot with a Pony 50/50 Raffle

*Meet & Greet Photo Op with our Equine Ambassador "Jones"

*Horse hugs are free!

*Additional BINGO cards will be available for purchase for more opportunities to win.

Doors open at 4:30, BINGO starts PROMPTLY at 5pm.

ATTIRE: Casual, but wear closed-toed shoes or boots. BINGO will take place in the indoor riding arena, with sand footing.

Special thanks to our awesome sponsors:

FarmHouse Fresh Skincare, Horse Emporium, Pet Supplies Plus, A Shear Encounter Boutique Salon & Spa, JH Fusion Photography Blissful Banana Cafe, Cellar 406 Wine Shop, Southwest Indian Foundation

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05/25/2026

05/21/2026

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Join us for Barn Yard Bingo June 27th! 10 Rounds of Bingo, 10 Fabulous Prizes. We're raising funds to support our Bits & Pieces Special Olympics Illinois athletes who will compete at the Equestrian Games in October, 2026. Get all the details below.

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05/17/2026

We had a great day reading The Wonky Donkey to our own donkeys, Esther & Elmo at the Open House! Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy the day! What do you think? Should we make “Story Time at Palos Hills Rising Stables” a regular event?

05/16/2026

05/16/2026

What a perfect day hanging out with our 'Wonky Donkys'! Participants listened to a story, provided by our volunteer, Isidra, while enjoying juice boxes and treats provided by Bits and Pieces. smiles all around!

05/16/2026

No rain here! It’s a beautiful day at the barn! Come on out touch a horse, take some photos, get a pony ride, enjoy the day with us! 10am -2pm OPEN HOUSE.

05/14/2026

STORY TIME AT THE BARN this Saturday, 5/16, 10am - 2pm at the Open House at Palos Hills Stables, Opportunities to read to the donkeys, touch a horse, photo ops, pony rides, and learn more about Bits & Pieces Therapeutic programs as well as New Traditions Riding Academy $5 admission for a day of fun at the barn. JOIN US!

05/14/2026

NEW on the blog: https://www.bitsandpiecesil.org/horse-tales
Bits & Pieces executive board member Sandy Farnik reflects on “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle, which remains as timely and transformative today as when it first appeared in 1997. Tolle’s central message—learning to be fully present—explores how that practice still cuts through modern stress, distraction, and anxiety. Learn how returning to the present moment can reshape daily life with clarity, calm, and purpose.

05/11/2026

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