by Rick Tittsler, for the WHHA

Mequon, WI — The Wisconsin Harness Horse Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, January 23, at the Howard Johnson’s Hotel in Madison.

The annual fundraising auction will take place following dinner and presentation of awards. Vendors still wishing to donate to the auction are reminded that all items must be received by Wednesday, January 20, to be recognized in the upcoming WHHA newsletter. Auction items can be rushed to WHHA Board Member Becky Swinehart, 224 Lukas Lane, Milton, WI 53563.

A standing room only crowd is expected with Dean Hoffman, longtime Executive Editor of Hoof Beats, delivering two keynote addresses. In addition, the Wisconsin Harness Racing Hall of Fame will be inducting new members and hosting a special recognition ceremony of all previous inductees during the Hall of Fame’s 20th anniversary celebration.

For further information about the annual meeting and the Wisconsin Harness Racing Hall of Fame, please call WHHA President Gabe Wand at (608) 574-5468.