SANTA ANITA TO HOST ZENYATTA BABY SHOWER;
‘IT’S A BOY’ POSTER FREE TO ALL THIS SATURDAY,
‘TEAM ZENYATTA’ AVAILABLE FOR AUTOGRAPH SESSION
Santa Anita Park will proudly host an equine baby shower in honor of the great Zenyatta’s newly arrived foal this Saturday, March 17. All on-track attendees will receive one “It’s a Boy” poster, free with their paid admission and will have an opportunity to meet “Team Zenyatta” in an autograph session prior to the races.
“The entire racing world is buzzing about Zenyatta’s new colt, who was born in Kentucky last Thursday night (March 8),” said Chris Quinn, Santa Anita’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Zenyatta is easily the most popular horse of the past 25 to 30 years and people are clamoring to see and learn more about her new baby.
“We want to thank Jerry and Ann Moss and the entire Zenyatta team for helping us to make this happen and we look forward to following the progress of Zenyatta’s first foal in the weeks and months ahead. I think all of us here at Santa Anita are hopeful that someday, we’ll get to see this precious horse race here in Southern California.”
“The Queen’s Dance,” a life-size painting of Zenyatta on post parade, will also be on display at Santa Anita on Saturday. This magnificent work of art, first unveiled during Breeders’ Cup week this past November at Churchill Downs, was created by Jaime Corum (whose posters and original artwork will be available at the gift shop this weekend).
Corum, along with members of the Zenyatta team, will be on hand Saturday and will participate in the Zenyatta autograph session which will take place from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Santa Anita’s East Paddock Gardens area.
Several charities, including CANTER of California Old Friends, Race for Education and EAGALA, which have been involved with Zenyatta throughout her legendary racing and now maternal career, will be represented at Saturday’s event.
First post time on Saturday is 12:30 p.m., with the Grade I Santa Margarita Stakes (won by Zenyatta in 2010) and the Irish Obrien Stakes headlining a festive St. Patrick’s Day card.
Be sure to check back soon for the new “It’s a Boy” photo gallery posted in the “photos” section of zenyatta.com
-Team Z
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March 15, 2012 at 11:20 am
Sounds fun!
March 15, 2012 at 1:32 pm
soo excited to hear, but also so cute, and I am also happy about the photo gallery coming out. Much to upset me though I am in the midwest and can’t go to Santa Anita but I know it will be fun.
March 15, 2012 at 7:16 pm
Kristine, as others have written below, the S.A. gift shop has the poster to order:
http://champions.stores.yahoo.net/zebapodo.html
March 16, 2012 at 11:26 am
Queen Z & little one: Will be watching HRTV tomorrow 3/19 in hopes
it will show clips of the baby shower at Santa Anita Race Track. Or at least
a video of it on the website, HRTV.com Wish I could be there too. gm
March 16, 2012 at 9:35 pm
Name him Allegro.
March 16, 2012 at 9:38 pm
It means fast
March 15, 2012 at 11:20 am
I think it’s amazing that there are charities involved in this baby shower, maybe a good idea for those present to make a small donation in name of Zenyatta and her colt.
Have fun everyone!
March 19, 2012 at 11:19 am
No worries! Zennie’s fans will ALWAYS donate to help others. It’s a part of her charm
March 15, 2012 at 11:21 am
Just love it and thanks to everyone that is providing all the info to us fans out here. Will always look forward to all and any info and pics that are available of Zenyatta and her little guy and those of the future. She will always be my shining star! Love you lots Zenyatta and take care of your little sweet one!
March 15, 2012 at 11:22 am
I wish I could go, sounds like fun and I would love a poster! I guess I’ll watch for one on ebay;) I’ll be watching TVG in hopes of seeing it!
March 15, 2012 at 12:53 pm
Debbie, hopefully the S.A. gift shop will have them available afterwards, I wouldn’t be surprised, you should check.
March 15, 2012 at 1:00 pm
Oh yes, they are available for purchase online
Now before the shower. Got mine earlier today.
March 15, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Dear Debbie, Vicki and Sign:
Here’s the order page from the Champion Gift Shop at SA in case you need it. Hugs, JB
http://champions.stores.yahoo.net/zebapodo.html
March 15, 2012 at 2:28 pm
Thanks so much Judy.
March 15, 2012 at 7:13 pm
Thanks, Judy, I ordered mine. I want to go to Santa Anita on Saturday, but had a slip yesterday, hurt my knee, and am now “icing and elevating” it. So I’ll see if it gets better enough tomorrow, so I could go and meet other Zenny fans, but at least I won’t miss out entirely.
March 16, 2012 at 7:51 pm
Dear Vicki B.:
Hope you feel better. Hugs, JB
March 17, 2012 at 8:31 pm
So sorry about your knee and hope u are the mend soon. Terri
March 19, 2012 at 11:20 am
Sorry you got hurt Vicky- It’s a good thing you didn’t go- it was SOOOO wet, and SOOOOOO slippery. I wish I’d seen this earlier, I would have picked up an extra one for you
March 15, 2012 at 11:24 am
I wish I could be there, would love a poster. Thank you for doing that.
Michelle
March 15, 2012 at 11:24 am
It dos sound fun. Wish I was closer!!!!
March 15, 2012 at 11:27 am
Being from Arkansas, I have been a Zenyatta fan from the beginning. I sure wish I could see that little boy of hers….so precious he is and didn’t she turn out to be a super mom.
March 15, 2012 at 11:32 am
Oh, Thank you, More photos for me to buy! I have run out of wall space at home, I will have to buy a larger home!! Or, maybe just rotate pictures! I will always make room for
Z pictures and now 12Z. Dear TT, please have your foal tomorrow 3/16!! HUGS TO ALL
March 15, 2012 at 2:20 pm
Dear Alex:
I’m running out of wall space too. Hugs, JB
March 15, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Dear Judy B,
Thanks so much for send me Kari B’s video.
So very lovely and emotional to see all of
it together.
Hugs.
March 15, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Dear Sign:
You’re so welcome. Hugs, JB
March 15, 2012 at 11:32 am
wish I could be there I live in Texas …so best of luck to the Z-Team keep us posted would like one in my e mail hehehehe
March 15, 2012 at 11:33 am
Request; For the Zenyatta fans who are unable to travel to Santa Anita, would we be able to recieve the “Its a Boy” poster for us making a donation to a Zenyatta preferred horse retirement farm?
How can you help us out of state fans participate?
Also, will Santa Anita Breeder’s Cup have Zenyatta festivities such as at last years BC in Louisville?
Thank you to Z’s Team
March 15, 2012 at 12:45 pm
Hi Mary, I ordered one direct from the Santa Anita Gift Shop located on their webpage under Santa Anita.com. They will be offered as long as supplies last so you may want to order one today.
March 15, 2012 at 12:58 pm
Suew/ va, thank you for the information where to buy the poster I will order one, hugs Ingrid.
March 15, 2012 at 1:01 pm
There will be another Zenyatta Day at BC 2012
March 15, 2012 at 11:35 am
Thank you so much for keeping all of the fans of Zenyatta in the loop. While I live on the other side of the continent and will not be able to attend the baby shower, I will be making a donation to an equine rescue charity near here in honor of theQueen and her adorable dumpling.
Would you consider making the poster available by mail? Would make a great addition to my Zenyatta collection!
And, again, thank you to everyone from Team Z for the updates. Love, hugs, and high hooves to all involved!
Cheryl
March 15, 2012 at 5:57 pm
You can go to santaanita.com, look for their gift shop and get it now.
March 15, 2012 at 11:37 am
Wish it were possible to be at Santa Anita. Baby Z will grow up and be amazing just like his parents.
Team Zenyatta just keeps the magic going. Thank You!
Love, hugs and kisses
March 15, 2012 at 11:38 am
Congratulations Zenyatta!!! You have a beautiful and handsome “Little Boy”
March 15, 2012 at 11:49 am
Congrats girl!! He’s going to make a big bang and I think the name “Zen’s Legacy” would suit him well :)
March 15, 2012 at 11:55 am
@ ALL Z’STERS
See you at SA on Saturday – rain or shine!
Our meeting time and location will have to be after the signing!
It it’s raining hard, we might have to meet indoors somewhere. However, the day is usually spent going to and from the paddock to wtch the races. Yes, we put in a lot of walking…
MOMMY ZEN ♥ YOU ARE JUST TOO CUTE!! ♥ PRINCE ALREADY KNOWS WHERE THE CAMERA IS :D
{{hugs}} and peppermint kisses! xoxoxo
Auntie Judy (still talking about Our Queen and her Baby Prince!)
p.s. Sending good wishes to Tasty – I hope she is doing okay xoxo
March 15, 2012 at 11:56 am
p.s. Happy “One Week Old” Birthday, Sweetie!! ♥
March 15, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Awww, Happy one week old Birthday little guy, Star Prince! (PrinZe)
March 15, 2012 at 12:45 pm
Hi JAG,
I only have access to internet at work. Can you please post the new meeting place and time before 4pm today? I so want to meet up with you all!!
Raylene
March 15, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Oops! I forgot today is only thursday I can wait until tomorrow at 4pm thanks
March 15, 2012 at 9:07 pm
@ Raylene
I’d hate for us to miss the opportunity to meet Team Zen at the signing booth, therefore, I think we should meet AFTER the signing!
I’d say 1:00 outside the paddock gift shop. This should give us enough time to get our poster. If for some reason we miss each other, we can always be found at the paddock on the saddling barn side where the paddock numbers are between #1 and I think #5. Or, just before a race we walk uo to the area just before the wire… We mingle a lot!!
I’ll take my dumpling ID tag but if it’s raining I don’t want it getting wet and ruined. If I knew what I was wearing I could tell you, but that’s still questionable… LOL If the sun is out, I will be wearing my sun glasses….
I have staight blond hair and it brushs the top of my shoulders. I’m about 5’6″ (I used to be 5’7″” until I shrunk!) I don’t discuss weight :-P
If you could describe what you’ll be wearing or your hair color, etc.
Another way to pick us out of the crowd is if you hear: “GOOD LUCK MIKEY!”
I hope to meet you on Sarturday!
Judy G aka JAG
March 15, 2012 at 1:03 pm
Despite the less than promising weather forecast, I hope all of you west coast Dumplings have a WONDERFUL time on Saturday. How special to be able to get the poster signed by members of Team Z! Dress warm now :-) If there is any light at all, the rest of us would love to pictures of the event!
Sandy
March 15, 2012 at 1:55 pm
Thank you Z Team for the information on Saturday. I hope it won’t rain too much or it will spoil the occassion. That’s a darling poster. I hope I can make it this Saturday as I have a long drive.
Please let us know as soon as you hear about “Tasty”.
Hugs to Zenyatta and Baby!
Marilu
March 15, 2012 at 2:37 pm
If you have a Z Dumpling tag, please wear it. If you don’t, you’ll see ours, so say HELLO. The poster signing is supposed to be at 11:15 am, so line up early. If it is not raining too hard the crowd could be huge. If it is, they may move the location. I plan on being there before they open the gates, around 100:00 am. If it does rain too hard, why don’t they move it to that sheltered area by the entrance gates off Huntington Drive? It is that large area with TV’s where they sometimes hold private parties That way we all could stay dry! A Rubber Ducky I am not! A ‘QUACK’ maybe! LOL!
March 15, 2012 at 3:54 pm
I thought it never rains in southern California :-)
(Seriously, would one of you please give Dottie a hug from all of us?)
March 16, 2012 at 8:05 am
The gates open at 10:30 am. I won’t be able to make the signing, I have to help set up for The Second Race fundraiser day but I do advise everyone to get in line ASAP after the gates open!
Karen, are you talking about the Seabiscuit Court? That would be a great area for the signing if it is raining. I hope you all stay DRY! :)
March 16, 2012 at 9:26 am
Yeah! Duh!! That’s it! The name escaped me when I posted that! More than a senior moment there, as many years as I have been going to SA, Geez!
March 16, 2012 at 10:19 am
Well, since they moved the ‘Biscuit into the walking ring, it’s kind of a dumb name for the area, don’t you think? ;-)
March 15, 2012 at 5:06 pm
All of you will have to tell us about what happens! I bet you will get some exciting news about who the next lucky boy is going to be.
March 16, 2012 at 9:17 pm
Have a great day at Santa Anita tomorrow. Wish I could be there with you.
Will be watching First Call on HRTV at 8:00 a.m. instead.
March 15, 2012 at 12:01 pm
I wish a lived closer. I would be there in a heartbeat! Best wishes Zenny. Hope you & 12 Zenyatta are doing good. I will be thinking about you on Saturday. Hope everyone that makes it to Santa Aninta has a great time. Love you always.
Hope Tasty is doing well. ^-^
Thanks Team Z for the update.
March 15, 2012 at 12:02 pm
Happy St. Patty’s day to all! ^-^
March 15, 2012 at 12:10 pm
I will be there! I can’t wait to see the full size painting, I have the poster but I am sure that seeing the painting in person will be wonderful! I will have to bring lots of tissue!
Plus we get a free poster, just to add one more item to my shrine.
LOVE YOU FOREVER AND EVER AND EVER!!!!!!!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
Does anybody know when they will unveil the statue?
March 16, 2012 at 8:07 am
The statue will be unveiled at the fall race meet but I don’t think they have announced a date yet.
March 15, 2012 at 12:13 pm
Sounds like fun! Cute poster. Peace & Happiness!
March 15, 2012 at 12:19 pm
I’ll be there! It’s supposed to rain pretty hard Saturday, so everyone going dress warm and bring their umbrellas. Maybe the weather gods will be kind to us fans waiting in line, but I’m going to get my Zenny and Junior poster come hell or high water! Thanks so much for the update! Can’t wait for Saturday, except for the rain.
March 15, 2012 at 12:23 pm
ohh the prince knew already, how tp poise, he love camera already just like the mommy.I wish I could be their for the baby shower of 12Z . I lived in ocala florida.If I’m in california at this moment I’ll be their in a heart beat,I want to buy some souveniere of the Queen as well as the little prince.Zenny we love you very much and the little 12Z.
March 15, 2012 at 12:24 pm
Since I cannot be in California for the baby shower, I discovered the It’s A Boy poster may be purchased from the gift shop at Santa Anita. Thought those of you wanting one would enjoy receiving this news. Gotta love those ears!
March 15, 2012 at 1:00 pm
Thanks, Jean! I certainly appreciate the info.
March 15, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Zenyatta she is very sweet and lovable,she always cuddling her son,so sweet and adorable.
March 15, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Z.
How I wish I could be at your baby shower. I know all the Z’sters will
have a wonderful time. Looking forward to more baby pictures on your site.
Thank you Team Zenyatta for the update. Zenny as always kisses on your nose and 12z and TT too. Love you all. XOXOXOXO
March 15, 2012 at 12:36 pm
He is absolutely amasing and lovely foal,congratulation Zenyatta, I love you xoxoxoxoxo..:O)
March 15, 2012 at 12:37 pm
The Queen still knows how to pose – first thing she taught baby – so cute!
March 15, 2012 at 12:42 pm
This is such a touching time for all of us that have followed this fairy tale story. I get a lump in my throat seeing Zenyetta a her new foal. Hope to follow this story for a long time to come. Think we have another great horse in the making. Keep us posted! A huge fan!!!
March 15, 2012 at 12:47 pm
OOH…another bit of information from the Z Team. Thanmks so much for the info.
We will order our poster through the mail…great causes involved for sure!
March 15, 2012 at 12:49 pm
My adorable Zenyatta I wish I can go but unfortunate I live in Florida, I know you will let us know how the party was, hope you get many gift, you and your beautiful baby deserve all of them, and love you Ingrid Arnone.
March 15, 2012 at 12:54 pm
He is SUCH a cutie….. maybe him & Rachel’s foal will have a match race.
March 15, 2012 at 3:38 pm
May that never happen. Match races are dangerous.
March 15, 2012 at 6:13 pm
NO WAY! One would be a “winner” and one would have to “lose”. Why can’t there be room for more than one champion?
Last Match Race that I can think of ended with a fatality (Ruffian). So NO WAY.
Now if they should meet up somewhere and there are several other horses fine but match racing–not a good idea at all.
March 15, 2012 at 7:04 pm
I agree, Margaret. A match race feels too much like “who loses” is more important than “who wins” — and priorities all askew, in the first place.
March 16, 2012 at 9:18 pm
Match races are history.
March 15, 2012 at 1:05 pm
Wish I could be there :(
Have fun…I’ll be there in spirit!