{"id":3503,"date":"2013-10-01T09:54:07","date_gmt":"2013-10-01T14:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/equestrianinfluence.com\/horsehappenings\/?p=3503"},"modified":"2020-01-14T12:24:17","modified_gmt":"2020-01-14T17:24:17","slug":"keeneland-offers-exciting-special-events-calendar-this-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/equestrianinfluence.com\/horsehappenings\/keeneland-offers-exciting-special-events-calendar-this-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeneland Offers Exciting Special Events Calendar this Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2930\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><strong id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2929\"><em id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2928\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2927\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Popular College Scholarship Day, See Blue Day and tribute to those who serve the community on Heroes Day <\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2922\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><strong><em id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2924\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2923\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">highlight 17-day race meet<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2909\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">LEXINGTON, KY<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2910\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> <strong>(Oct. 1, 2013)<\/strong> \u2013 While Keeneland presents 17 days of world-class Thoroughbred racing from <span id=\"lw_1380638662_1\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Oct. 4-26<\/span>, fans of all ages can celebrate with an exciting calendar of special events that offers something for everyone.<!--more--><\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2911\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2920\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Headlining the fun are such favorites as <strong>College Scholarship Day<\/strong>, <strong id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2919\">Sunrise Trackside<\/strong>, <strong id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2945\">See Blue Day<\/strong>, a <strong> jockey autograph session<\/strong> and <strong>Heroes Day<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2913\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2914\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"><span id=\"lw_1380638662_2\" class=\"yshortcuts\">On Fridays<\/span> and Saturdays, Keeneland is expanding the popular tailgating experience on <strong id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2946\">The Hill<\/strong>.<strong> <\/strong>The official tailgating lot, located adjacent to the Keene Barn and Entertainment Center and introduced last spring to rave reviews, will offer more amenities for race fans this fall. The area will feature a variety of food trucks, live Bluegrass music, The Keeneland Gift Shop, a jumbo television screen to watch all the Keeneland racing action and SEC football games, wireless wagering and wagering terminals, and <strong>BETologists<\/strong> to assist fans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2916\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2915\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">\u00a0 <span id=\"lw_1380638662_3\" class=\"yshortcuts\">On Friday, Oct. 11<\/span>, Keeneland welcomes fans of the University of Kentucky and the University of Alabama for <strong>See Blue Day<\/strong>. The celebration will include events on The Hill, including dedicated fan zones for Kentucky and Alabama, appearances by the<strong> <\/strong>UK cheerleaders, live music and a handicapping challenge between Tom Leach and Alabama radio announcer Eli Gold, with all proceeds benefiting Kentucky\u2019s DanceBlue and the University of Alabama Dance Marathon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2918\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2917\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">New this fall will be a <strong>craft beer tent<\/strong> on the North Terrace patio. Popular local craft beers will be featured on Fridays and Saturdays during the meet. <\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2950\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2951\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">\u00a0 These special events and more promise to make Keeneland\u2019s 2013 fall season one of the most exciting ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2952\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">\u00a0 <\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">2013 Fall Special Events Calendar<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2954\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\"><span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"><span id=\"lw_1380638662_4\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Friday, Oct. 4<\/span>: Opening Day and Tribute to Bucky Sallee.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2953\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> The public is invited to join Keeneland in honoring Bugler Emeritus Bucky Sallee, retiring after more than 50 years as Keeneland\u2019s horn blower, and welcoming new bugler Steve Buttleman. Special commemorations are planned for Bucky prior to the first race, and Bucky will sign autographs during the afternoon. Fans will be able to share their memories of Bucky online at <a href=\"http:\/\/Keeneland.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span id=\"lw_1380638662_5\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Keeneland.com<\/span><\/a>, or drop a letter in the \u201cBucky Mailbox,\u201d which will be located adjacent to the paddock on opening day. There will also be a Happy Hour after the races.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2960\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 4 through <span id=\"lw_1380638662_6\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Sunday, Oct. 6<\/span>: Win and You\u2019re In Challenge.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2959\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> Fans will have the opportunity to win a VIP trip for two to the Breeders\u2019 Cup World Championships <span id=\"lw_1380638662_7\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Nov. 1-2<\/span> at Santa Anita. The fan that picks the most winners from the weekend\u2019s Breeders\u2019 Cup Win and You\u2019re In Challenge races will earn a Breeders\u2019 Cup prize package that includes clubhouse seating for two, airfare, three-night stay and Breeders\u2019 Cup merchandise. The prize package is courtesy of Keeneland, Breeders\u2019 Cup and Blue Grass Airport. Fans may register at <\/span><a id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2962\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2961\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">www.Keeneland.com\/fallstars\/contest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2965\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2964\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"><span id=\"lw_1380638662_8\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Fridays, Oct. 4<\/span>, 11 and 18: Friday Pick 4 Presented by TVG.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2963\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> A $200,000-guaranteed pool will be offered on the last four races of the day. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2966\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">\u00a0 <\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Fridays and <span id=\"lw_1380638662_9\" class=\"yshortcuts\">Saturdays, Oct. 4-26<\/span>: Tailgating on The Hill. <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2969\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Located adjacent to the Keene Barn and Entertainment Center, The Hill will feature a variety of food trucks, a jumbo television screen featuring Keeneland racing and SEC college football, live Bluegrass music <span id=\"lw_1380638662_10\" class=\"yshortcuts\">on Saturdays<\/span>, the Keeneland Gift Shop, wireless wagering and wagering terminals, and race-day programs and general admission tickets available for purchase. A complimentary shuttle will take fans to the grandstand. BETologists will be on hand to assist fans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2972\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\"><span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 4-26: Craft Beer Tent. <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2971\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">A craft beer tent in the North Terrace will feature popular local craft beers on Fridays and Saturdays.\u00a0 Local musicians 64 West will perform after the races on Friday, Oct. 4.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2975\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\"><span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Saturdays, Oct. 12, 19, 26: <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2974\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">America\u2019s Best Racing (ABR) brand ambassadors will conduct betting seminars on The Hill and offer additional giveaways to promote Thoroughbred racing, including a chance to win a Breeders\u2019 Cup experience at Keeneland during the event\u2019s simulcast. The program is part of The Jockey Club\u2019s cross-country fan development initiative. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2978\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2977\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Saturdays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26: Sunrise Trackside <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2976\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">offers activities for the entire family beginning at 7 a.m. with <strong>Breakfast With the Works<\/strong>, featuring a Southern-style breakfast and trackside commentary on Thoroughbreds as they train (until 8:30 a.m.); children\u2019s activities in the Kids Club Corner (7-9 a.m.); an equine-related demonstration in the paddock (8:45 a.m.); walking tours of Keeneland (8:30-10:30 a.m.); a trackside handicapping seminar (11:30 a.m.); and a Q&amp;A session with a Keeneland jockey in the paddock (12:05 p.m.).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2981\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\"><span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Saturday, Oct. 5:<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2980\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> <strong>All Stakes Pick 4 presented by TVG. <\/strong>The $250,000 All Stakes Pick 4 presented by TVG challenges patrons to handicap the Thoroughbred Club of America (G2), First Lady (G1), Dixiana Breeders\u2019 Futurity (G1), and Shadwell Turf Mile (G1).\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2983\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Wednesdays, Oct. 9, 16, 23: \u2018WINS-day\u2019 Handicapping Contest presented by <em>Daily Racing Form <\/em>and Drake\u2019s. <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2982\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Register at Wagering Central. Entry fee is $10; 100% of fees are returned in prizes. Players place a mythical $2 win bet on Keeneland races 3 through 8 with a guaranteed $2,500 pool.<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> First-, second- and third-place finishers will also receive gift cards from Drake\u2019s. The first 200 to register will receive a <em>Daily Racing Form<\/em> and free appetizer from Drake\u2019s.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2985\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2984\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Thursday, Oct. 10: Make-A-Wish Day. <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; background: white;\">Local Thoroughbred farms have teamed up with Keeneland to grant wishes for nine deserving children. Come out to Keeneland to support the Make-A-Wish foundation and cheer on these children as they present the trophies for all nine races. The children and their families will be treated to a VIP day at the races.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2987\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2986\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 11: See Blue Day.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2989\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> Kick off Kentucky\u2019s home football weekend versus two-time defending national champion Alabama by tailgating on The Hill for Friday\u2019s racing action. Each school will have a designated \u201cfan zone\u201d tent. Kentucky students, alumni and faculty receive free general admission and access to reserved grandstand seating with their IDs. Fans can also cheer on a handicapping challenge between Tom Leach and Alabama radio announcer Eli Gold, with all proceeds benefiting Kentucky\u2019s DanceBlue and the University of Alabama Dance Marathon.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\"><span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 11 and Saturday, Oct. 12: The Keeneland Gift Shop Presents <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">a trunk show with Southern Proper and State Traditions from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2992\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 11: Buffalo Trace Giveaway.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2991\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> Enter to win the ultimate Buffalo Trace experience, including a behind-the-scenes look at America\u2019s oldest continually-operated distillery, a private whiskey tasting and more. The first 1,500 patrons to register receive a free Buffalo Trace drawstring bag. Registration table is located near Elevator C.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2996\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2995\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Sunday, Oct. 13: Chase Bank Customer Day.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2994\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> <span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2993\" style=\"background: white;\">Patrons can present their JPMorgan Chase debit or credit card at South or East Gate entrances to receive free general admission.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2999\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraph\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Wednesday, Oct. 16: American Heart Association Day.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_2998\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> Keeneland teams with the American Heart Association for its Go Red for Women campaign. Fans are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness of the danger of heart disease in women. The first 3,000 fans receive a free red dress pen. Supporters of the American Heart Association can order a special Go Red at Keeneland package for $15, which includes a general admission ticket and a special Go Red for Women gift. A portion of the ticket price will be donated to the American Heart Association by Keeneland. The package can be ordered by calling 859-977-4601.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3002\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3001\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Thursday, Oct. 17: Jockey Autograph Signing.<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3000\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> Meet retired jockeys and current Keeneland riders from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. adjacent to the paddock. Jockeys will sign posters and commemorative autograph books sold for $5 to benefit the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3005\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; color: black;\" lang=\"EN\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 18: College Scholarship Day. <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">The popular event attracts t<\/span><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3004\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">housands of students from colleges and universities in Kentucky and in neighboring states. Admission is free for full-time students, who can register in the College Zone in the North Terrace to win a $1,000 scholarship awarded after each of the day\u2019s 10 races. <\/span><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3006\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;\" lang=\"EN\">First 1,000 students to register for a scholarship receive a free Keeneland College Scholarship Day T-shirt courtesy of Kennedy Book Store and a hat from Vineyard Vines. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">In the College Zone, students can enjoy music; free snacks from Qdoba, Raising Cane\u2019s, Core Power and Drake\u2019s; photos by <em><span>LexScene<\/span><\/em>; and prize drawings after each race. Students can also register for the Drake\u2019s Handicapping Challenge; one student will win the opportunity to place a $500 bet on the feature race, the Pin Oak Valley View (G3).<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3008\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol;\">\u00a0 <span>\u00b7<span style=\"font: 7.0pt;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19: The Keeneland Gift Shop Presents<\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3007\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"> a trunk show with Vineyard Vines from 11 a.m.\u20136 p.m. each day.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<ul id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3011\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3010\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Sunday, Oct. 20: Heroes Day. <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3009\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; background: white;\">Keeneland recognizes the men and women who serve our community.\u00a0All military (active duty and veterans), first responders \u2013 police officers, firefighters, EMTs \u2013 and their families will receive free general admission and reserved grandstand seating.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3012\" class=\"yiv1911226013MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">\u00a0 <\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\">Sunday, Oct. 20: Keeneland Select Appreciation Day. <\/span><\/strong><span id=\"yui_3_7_2_1_1380638837194_3042\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; background: white;\">Keeneland Select, the official online wagering service of Keeneland Association,\u00a0is hosting a special day at the races for Keeneland Select members. 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