Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association Inc. (CATRA) will sponsor an Open Schooling Show on Saturday, Aug. 26, at Twin Brooks Horse Show Grounds, 7440 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg. This type of horse show is open to the public, and people with any level of riding experience are welcome.

The show will start at 10 a.m. with miniature horse classes. Throughout the day, various types of classes will be offered, such as leadline (assisted), walk and trot, and advanced walk, trot, and canter. The event will also include jumping, trail and dressage classes, and games. An entry form, class schedule, and dressage test can be found at https://catra.net/horse-shows/#schooling. There is a fee per class, payable at the show. Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

Proceeds from the show will benefit the equine-assisted and animal-assisted therapeutic programs of CATRA in East Hanover Township, Dauphin County, near Grantville. CATRA provides therapeutic activities for children, teens, adults, and families living with disabilities in central Pennsylvania.

For more information, contact Shirley Nolt at 717-919-4587.

Additionally, CATRA will hold its 12th annual Miles for Smiles Benefit Motorcycle Ride on Saturday, Sept. 9. Proceeds from this event will also support CATRA.

The ride will start and end at the East Hanover Township Community Park, next to the township building at 8848 Jonestown Road, Grantville. On-site check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the ride will start at 10:30 a.m.

The two-hour, 60-mile scenic ride will travel through Pennsylvania's capital region. After the ride, attendees may enjoy a catered meal, door prizes, and a silent auction. There is a fee per rider, with a lower fee for passengers. Registration and more information are available at https://catra.net/miles-for-smiles-registration/.

Faulkner Subaru is a major sponsor for the ride. To find out more information about CATRA, visit http://www.catra.net.