Their presence, as it was a week ago, was signaled by a group of paparazzi looking to make the most of  an opportunity to capture the celebrities and their children in pictures. But unlike mom, who walked (and sometimes ran) along the full path, these photo opportunists appeared too lazy to do the same. But it did work out for the better, as the young Schreibers were able to enjoy the majority of their pony ride without lenses focused. 

The boys dislike the photographers, which I can understand, but they have a legal right to be there. They are informed that they are not allowed to invade our space at the Brentwood Market, and to keep the pony path clear. In other words, if they are looking for close-ups of the Schreiber kids, they better wear their running shoes and be skillful in dodging traffic.

 

Watts is probably best known for her role as "Rachel" in the horror movie "The Ring" and its sequel. She also starred along side a giant ape in "King Kong. Schreiber appeared as the villainous "Ted Winter" in "Salt". He also appears in "X-Men Origins", with earlier work including "Scream". 

The Farmers Market will be closing on April 20th, as the Americana welcomes a major retailer to the area. The owners and managers will cater to the needs of their new renter, which would include a construction project and a request to permanently cease the Saturday morning market event that drew large crowds to the area. 

Being that the news comes with short notice, we are now scrambling to find similar markets nearby, so we can continue to cater to Glendale residents and those in surrounding areas. Until then, you may visit us at our other existing locations where you can enjoy the same pony rides and petting zoo as experienced at the Glendale market. 

245 East Bonita Drive

San Dimas, CA 91773

Every Wednesday 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm

741 South Gretna Green Way

Los Angeles, CA 90046

Every Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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There is an increasing amount of requests for camel rides, and we are ready to fulfill each. If you believe a camel may be in your future, you should book early to guarantee your specific date and time. 

Unfortunately, Giddy Up and the Motor Avenue Farmers Market proved to be an imperfect fit. It needed a service willing to commit to each Sunday, and the increase in volume of work on certain weekends wouldn't allow us to do that.  We thank Lee for allowing us the opportunity to serve that area, and for working vigorously to find a solution that would be best for both.  We believe the Motor Avenue Market has a bright future and will only continue to grow, and maybe we can work with our new friends again in the future.

We've added the San Dimas Farmers Market on Wednesday nights. The new addition allows us to serve residents of the Inland Empire, as well as providing a more cost efficient service, since it moves us closer to home. 

245 East Bonita Avenue

San Dimas, CA 91773

Phone: (909) 581-4744

Every Wednesday 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Purim is a celebration of a failed plot to exterminate the Jewish people, as told in the biblical book of Esther. In modern times, it has taken a similar appearance to Halloween, as the people celebrate in costume. I searched for the significance of those costumes, and though the answers varied, the target remained the same.

We were invited to the Los Angeles home of the Mizrohi tribe (pictured above), where we provided a pony and a horse to fit the family's theme. The horse rental allowed larger children and adults to ride, who would have otherwise been excluded by the 75 pound weight limit of our ponies. The sight of a horse walking the city sidewalk also drew a large crowd, making this Purim party an instant success, as it stood out among all others in the neighborhood.

We thank Chana and her family for choosing Giddy Up Ranch, and making our staff feel like invited guests and not strangers at their event. We would also like to thank Temple Etz Chaim, Temple Akiba, Temple Isaiah, and Chabad Persian Youth Center for their hospitality. 

Chag Purim Sameach, from Giddy Up Ranch

At a beautiful hillside home overlooking the city of San Dimas, guest were treated to a jumper, catered food, pony rides, and our centerpiece zoo. Hope attended her second event in as many days, and appeared to enjoy this one more than the last. The green grass beneath her feet made for a tempting treat, but a lawn was easily spared by a flake of alfalfa. Jenny stood in an adjacent pen, and also seemed to enjoy her first weekend getaway since the close of December's holiday season. 

We thank Rosana and her family for being gracious hosts, and hopefully we can serve the family again in the near future. 

The event was quiet, with voices barely above a whisper. The lighting was low, and music was soft. Individual groups paraded through the area, with each allowed an opportunity to capture their own memories on film or simply see a live zebra in one of the most unexpected places.  Hope was well behaved, taking full advantage of her newfound stardom, by offering several poses from different angles. Our pony, Bugsy, also proved to be a perfect fit, fulfilling the role of "silent partner", while allowing his corral-mate to bask in the spotlight. 

The "Silent Movie Theater" on Fairfax Boulevard first opened its doors in 1942. It has changed ownership several times since then, and has been the existing location of Cinefamily since 2007. The theater that began with only silent features has since strayed from its roots to include movies with sound. Our animals were part of an opening night party, which kicked off a one week run of "Bestiare".

 

On a day celebrating love, we delivered a package to warm the hearts of preschoolers, while also providing lasting memories. The Head Start zoo was filled with baby piglets, goats, and a little lamb. And fitting the occasion, the children were presented with a "Baby Doll" sheep named "Valentine" and our Yak named "Kiss". 

The project was funded by Volunteers of America U.S.A, and was an instant hit. The children weren't the only ones in awe of our animal collection, as parents also stood mesmerized outside our gates. Once the the adults were disbursed, preschool classes took turns entering our zoo and riding the ponies. It was a full day of fun, and Giddy Up was glad to be part of it. 

Unfortunately, we have moved from the Brentwood Countrymart, after serving that location for the past six years. Weekly visitors have no reason to worry, because we are still just a short gallop away. Giddy Up is now set up at the Brentwood Farmers Market on Sundays. We are available weekly from 9am-2pm, and have already noticed some familiar friendly faces that have made the move with us.