Las Brisas at Arranmore Farm + Polo Club 2021

OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE 2 0 2 1 L A S B R I S A S AT A R R A N M O R E P O L O C L U B S E A S O N

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2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS WELCOME TO THE FAMILY LAS BRISAS + ARRANMORE FLATBED CONCERT SERIES ON THE FIELD POLO RIDER CLUB 2021 A FARMHOUSE WITH HISTORY NOT ALMOST THERE “GO” LEFT HANDS & LOGOS WHAT TO EXPECT AT A CABCAB GALENA HOLLOW PONY PROFILE A TALE OF TWO WEDDINGS MARKETPLACE 3

2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Anticipation is building for the 2021 Arranmore Season!

Mark your calendars and get your guest lists ready.

Summer is here!

JUNE SUNSET YOGA June 3rd | June 10th | June 17th | June 24th

JULY WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY POLO & FLATBED CONCERT SERIES July 7th | July 14th | July 21st | July 28th Sunset Yoga July 1st |July 8th | July 15th | July 22nd | July 29th

CABCAB July 31st

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AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY POLO & FLATBED CONCERT SERIES

SUNSET YOGA September 2nd

August 4th | August 11th | August 18th

SUNSET YOGA August 5th | August 12nd | August 19th

CHICAGO POLO WOMEN’S INVITATIONAL August 1st

“GO” Presented by NOT ALMOST THERE August 21st

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PUBLISHER Las Brisas @ Arranmore

MAGAZINE ADVISOR + EDITOR Shannon Greene Robb Tess Pomorski

MARKETING Tess Pomorski

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Julie Loge

CONTRIBUTING WRITER Lara Filip

PHOTOGRAPHERS John Sternisha, Bari Baskin, TimeStops Photography, Collin Pierson, Karl Knapp, Thomas Reinacher, Grace Pomorski, Sophia Lopez and Carrie Ostreko, Neus Ramos Feliu, Natalie Prbst Photography, and Nicodem Creative

FRONT COVER Julie Loge

BACK COVER John Sternisha Printed in Canada ©2021 Arranmore Events, LLC, Arranmore Farm + Polo Club and Las Brisas Polo Club.

All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any material in this magazine is expressly prohibited.

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FOUNDERS & OWNERS

Larry Aschebrook | Las Brisas Polo Club John Greene | Arranmore Farm + Polo Club Shannon Greene Robb | Arranmore Events

DIRECTOR OF EVENTS

Shannon Greene Robb

VENUE COORDINATOR

Amy Montalbano

EVENT MANAGERS

Andrea Bruozis, Lara McDonald, and Grant Morin

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | CHICAGO POLO

Pam Mudra

HEAD POLO TRAINER

Matis Obregon

ASSISTANT POLO TRAINER

Juan Martin Gutierrez

YOUTH POLO INSTRUCTOR

Grace Mudra

GROUNDSKEEPER

Allen Trebian

POLO ANNOUNCERS

Robert Wilkinson and Paul Pisula

YOGA PARTNER

360 Studios Naperville

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY Welcome back to Arranmore! Actually, what we should say is…

Welcome to Las Brisas at Arranmore!

There is nothing more exciting for a family than to see it grow; the new connections and fresh perspectives, the shared history coming together to create new memories. It’s the driving force that makes the world go ‘round.

We’ve watched the family of Arranmore grow over the years. From the Greene family vision, to opening the gates for the public and watching other families enjoy these beautiful grounds, to expanding the operational team that manages and creates everything behind the scenes. Growth has been the name of the game.

Now, it’s time to welcome another member of the family. The Las Brisas crew brings new energy and vitality and a desire to take things to yet another level, with the quality of member and spectator experience. We can’t wait to combine forces and bring you all you’ve come to love about Arranmore, plus the expansion of more polo and endless other possibilities, with Las Brisas Farm and Polo Club.

That being said, this is now be the official magazine of Las Brisas at Arranmore! In these pages, you’ll discover a custom, lifestyle publication, designed to highlight the brands seen and events held at the Arranmore facility.

Explore within, the engaging design and original content featuring compelling photography and unique editorial features. Highlights also include food + wine, polo, fashion and music, as well as a complete calendar and guide to our unique venue.

Through a strategic distribution model, the magazine achieves a broader reach to showcase the varied events that attract thousands of people every season. We are also proud to promote regional partnerships with companies and organizations with like-minded goals.

So, get ready for a great, new chapter, starting with a 2021 season of fun! Las Brisas at Arranmore will be host to open-air concerts, weddings, corporate events, private wine dinners, festivals, wellness + yoga events. And of course, everything revolves around the professional polo matches throughout the summer months, including our

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popular, casual Wine Down Wednesday tailgate event as well as the upscale experience of World-class tournament play.

Our hope is that this publication reaches cultural + polo enthusiasts where they live, work, play and shop. Yep, that means you, dear reader.

Las Brisas — ­

Welcome to the family!

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SHANNON GREENE ROBB President + CEO, Arranmore Events

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john greene Realtor | 1311 S IL-59 Naperville | 630.820.6500

Reach Global. Craft Local.

"Our reach may be global, but our actions are local. Hand-crafted marketing plans for each home, a singular focus on each client and the experience we create, and a steadfast commitment to the communities where we serve and live."

- Tim Greene

CEO & President

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LAS BRISAS + ARRANMORE When Larry Aschebrook was growing up on a cattle ranch out west, with horses all around him and a mile-long list of farm chores, he didn’t envision a future with resonating themes. Fast forward twenty or so years, a gap of time largely horse-free, and lo and behold, he finds himself once again in a life that centers around hard work and equines.

Larry chuckles when he relays how he got into polo in the first place. “My wife wanted to find a competitive outlet for me. She knew I’d grown up around horses and riding. She saw a Groupon for polo lessons and thought I might enjoy it. That was my Christmas gift that year.” Apparently, her instincts were right on. He got that first taste of polo and never looked back.

The beautiful Las Brisas Polo Club in Elgin, IL grew into a well-loved facility, mostly for private tournaments. Aschebrook found himself getting more and more engrossed in the sport, becoming involved with the governing bodies, as well as making a lot of connections along the way with other players and club owners.

That is how the Arranmore – Las Brisas relationship began. As the owners of the Arranmore Farm + Polo Club in Oswego, the Greene family was extremely active in the sport, so it was no surprise that as Larry became a more central member of the community, he got to know the Greene family and played alongside them.

Eventually, the family patriarch, John Greene, started to play less. His son Tim, who also played polo for many years, took on more of the family real estate business, which meant scaling back on polo for him as well. It left an opening for a serendipitous opportunity to pass the torch…or perhaps, more aptly, the polo ball.

Larry recalls how it all came together. “My love for the sport was really building and I was thinking about ways to expand. At the same time, Arranmore was this beautiful, public facility that needed a bit of an infusion of new life. So, last year, we launched a pilot program, ‘Las Brisas at Arranmore’, to bring some tournaments there. It went really well; so, when the opportunity presented itself to make the partnership something more long-term, I decided to go for it. Everything just fell into place at the perfect time.”

The vision for Las Brisas at Arranmore is simple, really… and expansive. Aschebrook muses, “The Midwest doesn’t have a conventional polo club, the way that other geographies do. At the same time, polo is

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growing in membership and popularity here. Having a traditional polo club at Arranmore will support the desire for a thriving polo community”. With polo always at the center of the mission, Larry also wants to continue the Greene family’s vision for opportunities to draw in the general public. “We’ll still be partnering with Shannon Greene Robb who has been producing events at the farm for years now. We want to keep going with the popular tailgating event, Wine Down Wednesday, for sure. We also want to offer those opportunities for weddings and concerts, much like in the past. Basically, we want to continue to invite people in to experience this beautiful place, while also growing the sport we love so much”.

The opportunities seem endless and the future bright. With the continued legacy of all the Greene family has built and the fresh energy of Larry and his family, there is little doubt that Las Brisas at Arranmore will be a beacon of community engagement and world class polo for years to come.

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FLATBED CONCERT SERIES We were proud to bring back the “Flatbed Concert Series” for select W.D.W. events brought to you by Gerald Auto in North Aurora, Illinois. Some of our favorite Musicians from the Arranmore family will us to keep the party going with a special set of up-close and personal jams, from a super cool stage, set in the back of a beautiful Gerald pickup truck.

CONCERT DATES Wednesday | July 7 | 6:30-9:00 | Adam Michaels Wednesday | July 14 | 6:30-9:00 | Adam Michaels Wednesday | July 21 | 6:30-9:00 | TBD Wednesday | July 28 | 6:30-9:00 | Gerald Dowd Wednesday | August 4 | 6:30-9:00 | Gerald Dowd Wednesday | August 11 | 6:30-9:00 | Michael Mahler Wednesday | August 18 | 6:30-9:00 | Adam Michaels 12

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ON THE FIELD

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POLO RIDER CLUB 2021 Did you know that Polo actually used to be an Olympic sport? It was part of the games, beginning in 1900 and went on for another four cycles, ending in 1936. Certainly, the challenge of International play and the declining numbers of professional players after World War II led to it being left behind. However, there is a concerted interest in reviving polo to that highest level of competition once again. The International Olympic Committee did, in fact, vote to recognize polo as an eligible sport in 1996 and was accepted as a demonstration sport in 2018 for the summer Junior Olympics.

One might think that the tail end of a Worldwide pandemic and stringent travel restrictions might not be the most opportune time to further International efforts to gather for tournament play. One would be wrong. In June of this very summer, while the Olympics will be preparing to play out the expansive “thrill of victory and agony of defeat”, polo will be making a quiet but important step toward reigniting International play, with the first annual Polo Rider Cup in France.

The inaugural tournament will take place from June 10th-20th, at the beautiful Polo Club of Chantilly, just north

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of Paris. Twelve teams from around the world will compete, including teams from France, USA, Hong Kong, Germany, Spain, Russia, Switzerland and Italy. The tournament will be sanctioned under the international rules of polo enacted by the FIP (Federation International of Polo). There will be a 10/12 goals handicap, 5 chukkers per game, for a total of 20 games.

Logistics have been taken care of on the player end. The event has been sanctioned under an International sports allowance. It has been approved by the French Association of Sports as a meaningful sports event, which allows for passes issued to enter the country.

On the pony side of things, it gets a little more complicated. International travel for an entire string of team horses is prohibitive on many levels. The answer to this is an elegant ambassadorial solution; ponies being lent to the players by the local club in France.

The goal, no pun intended is to show that there are enough teams at Medium goal level (between 12-14 goals) to make a comeback as a viable, competitive Olympic sport.

The literal World of polo will be watching closely and cheering on the teams, in the hopes for an exciting, promising ten days of play, that lead to much bigger and better things in the future, even as we all emerge from a challenging year. A veritable light at the end of the tunnel that we are all grateful to see. So… “Bonjour and Play Ball”!

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A FARMHOUSE

with History

About 4 miles away from Arranmore Farm + Polo Club, sits the sight of our farmhouse. The ORIGINAL site. Looking at it now, it seems it always sat, proud and stately, as the crown jewel of our farm. In reality, it was once just Bob and Phillys Harvey’s family home. It was actually picked up and moved to where it now stands in 1999. Yup. Minds blown, right?

The process was fairly involved. Holes dug. Ramps set up to drive in and out. Pneumatic pumps are used to raise the building up above ground level. Before it’s moved, the footings and base of the walls are poured. Then the basement walls are poured. Once that all dries, the house takes its leisurely 5-6 hour commute, all while the photos remained hung upon the walls.

Bob Harvey was born and raised in that house. He spent his whole life there, with his wife Phyllis and their family. A house full of memories that would have fallen silent, alone and eventually probably torn down, if not for the vision of John Greene to actually pick it up, move it and allow its presence and history to grace a blank slate, waiting for its own new beginning.

It wasn’t the first house John had moved. It was, in fact, the fourth. However, it was the first to take up residence on his farm. His new farm, at the time. (The previous polo hotspot was Naperville Polo Club), which was demolished due to development. Now, as developments continue to pop up all over the once quiet, rural landscape, Arranmore remains a largely untouched, peaceful sanctuary, with the old Harvey farmhouse standing sentinel, just inside the main drive.

For years, the farmhouse served as the offices to John Greene Land Company. Eventually, as that venture grew and moved to larger offices, (in the middle of those very developments that now peppered the area), the house stood mostly quiet again. There was some storage use. A private office. Then, just under ten years ago, the next generation of Greene family entrepreneurs started haunting the halls- a team of collaborators, working on a brand new venture.

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Ideas flowed, meetings were held, plans were made and the rooms of the old farmhouse came alive again. The team evolved and new events were introduced. Musicians and singers watched from the upper deck, as the first CabCab audiences streamed through the gates. Polo attendees mingled on the lower decks, as they were introduced to the sport. Arranmore Events blossomed, as the newest enterprise.

More plans were made. More events were born. Then, in January of 2018, a frozen pipe burst on the third floor and water rained down through the house, from top to bottom. Though many would call this a small disaster, the Arranmore team saw it as a big opportunity. Renovations began to restore and revitalize the home. Walls were removed on the second floor, to create a beautiful, sun-filled gathering space. Other areas of the home were brought back to their original glory. Once work was complete in May of 2108, the old farmhouse practically glowed from within.

Now, the glow shines outward in the form of the welcome it offers everyone who walk through its original doors. Only two families have ever lived in the old farmhouse, since it was originally built in 1918, over a hundred years ago. But countless people have become part of the Arranmore family through their experience within its walls.

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JORDAN BURROUGHS Olympic Gold Medalist 4X World Champion

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21 ARRANMORE FARM NICOLE SUCHEVITS

HOSTED BY JOE CHURA & FRIENDS

Owner, Practitioner 360 Yoga Naperville

From the creators of Refuel and Not Almost There, GO is a oneof-a-kind event that combines inspiration and activity. You will sweat, reflect, and get pumped to finish 2021 strong. There will be limited ticket capacity but everyone is welcome as there will be levels for all + ositive mindset re#uired.

Scan the QR code below or visit Notalmostthere.com/go for more information.

CEDRIC KING Author, Athlete, Purple Heart Veteran

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LEFT HANDS & LOGOS Sometimes an article gets personal for the writer. This was one of them. For far too long the plight of left-handed people has been overlooked! Imagine my excitement when I got the chance to interview Larry Aschebrook, head honcho of Las Brisas, about his own personal struggle as a left-handed human being, in a right-handed world?

Except, basically…he said it wasn’t a struggle.

Oh. I pushed back a little, because if you look at the Las Brisas logo, you’ll notice something a little unusual… the player featured is playing, you guessed it, left-handed. When, I bring it up, he admits, with a tinge of pride, it was in fact intended as a subtle pushback on the very traditional sport.

Now, to be fair, the rule that one cannot play left-handed (YES, there is an actual LAW against playing with the mallet in the left hand – WHAT??) is for safety. Oh. Well. If it’s for safety…I guess we can all live with that.

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wayward mallet flailing and balls running amok, flying in precarious ways through the air…even more than usual. It also, more importantly, keeps all the mallets on one side of play and avoids a dangerous tangle of hooves, legs, balls and sticks.

But it also presents a clear challenge for anyone who does not conform to the right-handed majority. So, Larry decided to view it as a challenge (which was big of him, if you ask me). Actually, I, like Larry, am a bit ambidextrous. He says that at this point, it would probably be a challenge to play left-handed as he’s gotten so used to the conventional, legal, hand of play.

I wondered aloud: “How can this change? Should it? Is there a way to play some games where everyone has to play lefthanded; flip the entire game into a crazy, Alice in Wonderland, mirror image, backward and upside-down Mad Hatter tea party-type challenge”?

At this point in the interview, Aschebrook (deservedly) laughs at me. The answer is: “probably not”.

Still, I couldn’t help but recall the epic sword fighting scene from Princess Bride and how cool it would be in a polo context.

“You are wonderful [at polo]”!

“Thank you. I’ve worked hard to become so”.

“I admit it. You are better than I am”.

“Then why are you smiling”?

“Because I know something you don’t know”.

“And what is that”? “ I am not [a] right-handed [polo player]!”

“Well….NEITHER AM I!”

Left-handed polo playing was initially banned back in the mid-1930s, due to safety reasons. With players often riding head-on towards each other in pursuit of the ball, if a righthanded player were to approach a left-handed player, at the dizzying speeds often reached within the sport, a dangerous head-on collision would be a real risk. Thus the use of the left hand to play the sport was banned, for the safety of both the rider and the horse. Using the right hand only allowed polo to follow the principles of driving a car on a two-way road, with everyone keeping to the same side, and the risk of collisions vastly reduced.

However, in 1974 the United States Polo Association (USPA), the official governing body of the sport of polo in the United States, reinstated the ban. At this time the number of polo players had risen, allowing the sport to concentrate on the safety of those involved once more, reverting to the right-hand only system. In their rulebook today the USPA state: ‘All players shall play with the mallet with their right hand, with the exception of left-handers registered with the USPA prior to January 1, 1974.’

Players all switch to left-handed play and off they go!!

I know we’re not likely to see that kind of scenario in the sport of polo and even Aschebrook, with his left-handed logo goes with the flow, playing right-handed. But, well…a girl can dream, right?

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What to Expect

AT A CABCAB

WE GET THIS QUESTION ALL THE TIME. SO, WE’RE GONNA GIVE YOU A QUICK GUIDE… POP ROCK COUNTRY R&B ALTERNATIVE 80S JAMS 90S PEARL JAMS RAP (i.e. “ The Art of Not Taking Ourselves too Seriously”)

YOUR FAVORITE SONGS

SONGS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD BEFORE ARTISTS YOU’VE SEEN ALL OVER CHICAGO ARTISTS YOU WILL SEE NEXT ON BROADWAY MIC DROPS (Actually, these have

been banned by our sound company – oooops – sorry!)

GLOWSTICKS BLOWUP COUCHES

TROLLEY DROP OFFS RUNNING TODDLERS DANCING GRANDPARENTS SHARING WINE OPENERS FAMILY LOVE NATURE GOOD TIMES

Got it?

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GALENA HOLLOW

FARM & VINEYARD

In 2014, the Aschebrook family took a trip to the storybook town of Galena and quickly fell under the spell of its spectacular scenery and endless opportunities for activities and relaxation. They were particularly charmed by an old hillside dairy farm and decided to make it their own; with grand plans to create the vacation guest home of a lifetime. Now, this spacious, elegant retreat, christened “Galena Hollow” stands ready to charm every new visitor that graces her doorstep. Galena Hollow sits upon acres of luscious vineyards, with breathtaking views from every room in the house. Just a 10-minute drive from both downtown Galena & Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort, the convenient location provides the perfect base for a fun-filled getaway. If you’re ready to fall under the spell of Galena Hollow yourself, we’d love to welcome you! The home is now available for rental through Airbnb.

Scan the QR code to check the house out!

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1852

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GALENA COTTAGE

Galena Hollow was only the beginning. As the Galena area continued to work its magic over the years, the family fell in love with another property, right outside of town. Built in 1852 by Michael Slattery, the hay, fuel and grain man of his time; this historic home has been elegantly restored into yet another stunning guest retreat. The renovation was so remarkable that in 2019, it was awarded the Galena Historical Society’s highest honors, recognizing the loving and thoughtful restoration. This charming Irish Immigrant’s Cottage has endless historic charm, plus every modern amenity. It is located in the heart of Galena’s historical district, only 3 blocks from the lively and inviting Downtown Galena Main Street area.

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COMING SUMMER 2022

Introducing...

GALENA HOLLOW FARM & VINEYARD WEDDING VENUE! STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO

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PONY PROFILE It might seem obvious to say that horses are integral to the sport of polo. Streaking across the field at break-neck speeds, turning on a dime and competing for the coveted tournament title of “Best Pony”, it’s easy to take for granted the journey each of them took to get to that point.

Now, first things first; polo ponies are really horses. They are traditionally called ponies but in reality, an actually pony is about four inches, or the equine term, “a hand”, shorter than your typical polo “pony”. The breeds are varied. Many are racehorses, who didn’t make it at the track. Many are carefully purpose bred. And each player needs a string of several horses, switching between chukkers. There is even an art to which horse to use at what stage of the game.

Between the grounds at Arranmore and Las Brisas, there are about 150 horses stabled, owned by a variety of members and pro players, including Larry Aschebrook himself. So, we decided to put him on the spot and asked him to pick his top two favorite ponies.

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He gave us a pretty sentimental answer for his number one. A fifteen-year-old Thoroughbred mare, by the name of Boomer. Not only was she Larry’s first personal polo pony, she is the first horse Larry has owned, that didn’t belong to his parents as a kid. He found her about a year into getting serious with the sport, all the way back in 2012. Boomer was one of those Thoroughbreds from the racetrack that just didn’t have to goods for racing. She was trained by local polo pros, who specialize in transitioning horses to their new career. Larry took his time searching for his first ever polo pony and she was the lucky one to catch his eye and clique with him as a partner for his new passion. You can hear the smile in his voice, when he speaks fondly of her athleticism and beauty, describing her nearly black coat, with a flashy little white star on her face and sock on one leg, to complete the picture.

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FINANZA

Aschebrook’s second pick is a newer addition to the string; a dappled grey mare, named Finanza. She has been on the Las Brisas team for two years now and is a nine-year old, Argentine Polo Pony, purpose bred for the sport. The breed of Polo Pony is one made up of other breeds, predominantly Thoroughbreds and in this case a Quarter Horse, which also qualifies her for a breed registry known as the Appendix Quarter Horse. The combination of Thoroughbred speed, heart and lungs, combined with the close couple, niftiness of the Quarter Horse is an ideal combination for polo. The Quarter Horse blood also tends to be a nice leveling factor for that sometimes-hotter Thoroughbred blood. In Finanza’s case, her competitive nature isn’t dampened on bit though. She knows her job and will even chase the ball down without any direction from her rider!

A horse like that, who truly knows and loves her job is always going to be a stand-out in our books, and apparently in Aschbrooke’s as well.

When you see these equines going flat out, nostrils flared, hooves flying; it may be surprising to know that the best polo ponies are actually quite docile and steady tempered. If you really stop to think about a typical day-in-the-life-of a polo pony though, it makes sense. When they aren’t on the field, there is a lot of snoozing at the trailer, waiting for their chukker to come up. It’s also important to have that delicate balance of competitiveness and an ability to keep their mind in the game and connected to their rider, even in the intense pressure and close-quarters of polo play.

Wherever they each come from, every “pony” is special and fills an important niche in each rider’s string. Fans of the game tend to pick favorites as well and it’s always fun to identify the horses that have made an indelible impression on the players. Next time you’re at a game, pick your own personal Best Pony and give them a little extra loud cheer when they go flashing by, in all their glory.

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A TALE OF TWO WEDDINGS Arranmore Farm + Polo Club is a wedding and event venue located on over 300 acres of pristine lawn. Unwind and indulge in laid back luxury at its finest - complete with breathtaking views + a charming historic farmhouse.

Our professional events team can create a truly memorable experience for your wedding, from large scale affairs to intimate gatherings. APFC will happily help you to create the most elegant and memorable day, totally unique to you.

SOPHISTICATED, YET RELAXED.

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When a couple is planning a wedding, there are a million details to figure out. What’s the color palette? Big or small? Casual or Formal?

Season, Menu, Attire...Will the world end if we don’t invite your second cousin’s brother’s uncle’s step-sister’s ex-husband?? And if you are obligated to invite him (Thanks, Ron) does it mean you have to cut out a friend you really wanted to share the day with?

If you don’t think there’s a creative process to planning a wedding, you’re crazy. Or if you’ve planned a wedding, you already understand what true craziness looks like.

At the end of the day, it’s about expressing what your love story looks like, tastes like, sounds like...feels like. And don’t worry, the seating arrangements will work out and the guests you eventually settle upon will be the exact right company. Even Ron may surprise you, with an epic Funky Chicken that gets everyone up and dancing, laughing and sharing.

We wanted to share some images from two weddings with very different vibes but equally beautiful stories. As you’ll see through these images, at the end of the day, of YOUR day, your story is your own.

Let it be unique and joyful.

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MARKETPLACE LA MARTINA

TATOS We love the unique design of the Tatos belt! Not only to they have top of the line accessories for polo, they also have great outerwear and accessory options as well.

Check out www.tatosmallets.com for more unique pieces.

VEUVE Veuve Clicquot Brut’s signature crisp, full flavors are the perfect pairing for a half-time divot stomp or to add sparkle to your tailgating spread.

ESSENTIA The only premium bottled water clinically shown to better rehydrate. The 9.5 pH ionized alkaline water is sure to help keep you hydrated after a long day!

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La Martina not only creates the polo players jerseys, but they have some incredible fashions! Check out this versatile synthetic shirt dress. We could totally see you ladies rocking this for a polo match or at this year’s CabCab! Check out lamartina.com for more pieces.

Wash Me Beach has created a blanket perfect for the polo fans.

This washable, foldable, durable blanket is perfect for sitting on the sidelines, especially with the kids!

The best part about it...the straps making it easy to carry and store!

Visit madewell.com for the Wash Me Beach Blanket!

RAY BANS

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Ray Bans clubmaster shade is a staple for every summer event.

The unisex shades have a timeless, vintage design that provide ultimate shade and eye protection.

Ray Bans provide multiple lens and frame options, allowing you to create the exact style you like!

POLO CANDLE Wind down after a polo match with this clean, linen scent! The ideal candle to make any place feel like home.

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Do you hate cooking after a long day at the farm? Metabolic Meals is the perfect healthy, home delivery meal service that brings full made meals to you! Choose between grass fed burgers, free range chicken, protein oatmeal and so much more. These high protein, healthy meals are perfect for wanting to stay on track while always being on the go. Check out mymetabolicmeals.com for pricing and options!

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