<p><a href="http://hiddenacrestrc.org/" target="_blank">Hidden Acres Farm &amp; Therapeutic Riding Center</a>, a 501c3 non-profit organization located in Naugatuck, will be hosting a new info session called "Equine-Assisted Activities &amp; Therapies" at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LSBFARMSUPPLY" target="_blank">Lock, Stock, &amp; Barrel</a>&nbsp;in Bethany, Connecticut. The first session will take place on March 19 from 6 to 7:30 pm.</p> <p>Learn the benefits of therapeutic riding, Equine-assisted learning, hippotherapy, vaulting, and more.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The event will be presented by Jeanna Pellina, a certified PATH Advanced Instructor with 15 years of relevant experience. Each session will be $20.</p> <p>To get immediate information on how to register, call 203/516-8380 or e-mail the center at&nbsp;hiddenacres2@gmail.com.</p>

<p></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter are holding a mini adoption event this Saturday, March 8th from 11am-2pm at the North Haven Petco located at 200 Universal Drive.</p> <p>They have teamed with Helping Hands community thrift store and furniture bank to collect your gently used furniture, appliances, clothing and more.&nbsp; For a complete list please see accompanying flyer.</p> <p>Help raise money for the New Haven Animal Shelter, one the the largest municipal shelters in the state.&nbsp; With over sixty dog kennels and thirty cat compartments, the shelter will often take in as many as 900 dogs and cats each year.&nbsp; They are also responsible for investigating over 1000 animal related calls per year.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

<p></p> <p>The <a href="http://www.newhaventheatercompany.com/" target="_blank">New Haven Theater Company</a> proudly presents <em>The Magician, </em>written, directed and designed by Drew Gary<em>.&nbsp; </em>Playing for 6 dates only at the English Building Market at 839 Chapel Street, New Haven.</p> <p>The story of a jaded middle aged magician, Mark Wonderton, who along with his hothead manager Ronnie reminisce while drinking&nbsp;after his matinee show.&nbsp; Set in the dingy Four Movements Casino in Las Vegas,&nbsp;as Mark is ponders his life he receives some devastating news, which culminates in his giving the performance of his life that evening.&nbsp; <em>The Magician </em>asks what remains when the wonder of life has faded?</p> <p>The cast includes Jessica Donofrio and company members George Kulp and Peter Chenot.</p> <p>The show begins at 8pm and runs March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 &amp; 15th.&nbsp; Ticktes are $20 for adults and $12 for students.&nbsp; You can purchase your tickets <a href="http://newhaventheatercompany.ticketleap.com/magician/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ibiza Restaurant located at 39 High Street in New Haven officially closed its doors on Tuesday much to the disappointment of New Haven foodies. Owners Maria and Juan Gonzales made the surprising announcement Tuesday on Ibiza's Face book page and via email to its clientele.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>"It is with immeasurable sadness that we must relay this devastating news to all of our respected customers. It is at all possible, please come join us for out last night of service here at Ibiza.&nbsp; We appreciate your continual support and loyalty over the past decade of service. Thank you," the Face book message stated.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>There was no explanation in the email or Face book statement as to why the restaurant was closing its doors so suddenly and the owners could not be reached for comment.</p> <p></p>

<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NevillesFashion" target="_blank">Neville's Fashion Design Studio</a> located at 63 Orange Street in New Haven is holding an open model call this for Project Style this Friday, March 7th from 11am-7pm.</p> <p>They are also looking for the next rising design star. Would you like to study under Fashion Designer<br>Neville Wisdom and have your design modeled at Project Style? To schedule an appointment for the designer<br>call on March 14 please email <a href="mailto:Neville.wisdom@gmail.com">Neville.wisdom@gmail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:development@libertycs.org">development@libertycs.org</a>. You must have some design experience and be able to sew.</p> <p>Project Style is an event to benefit <a href="http://libertycs.org/" target="_blank">Liberty Community Service</a>, an organization that has been addressing homelessness and AIDS in New Haven for over 25 years. The 2013 event was hosted by Ann Nyberg of New 8 WTNH.</p> <p></p>

<p></p> <p>Lupita Nyong'o won an Oscar Sunday night for her portrayal of Patsey in "12 Years a Slave". Lupita graduated from the Yale School of Drama acting program in 2012. In her acceptance speech Lupita gave a nod to fellow actors in her class, dubbed The Wilsons.&nbsp; "My friends The Wilson, this one's for you." She won the role of enslaved Patsey before she even graduated, one of 1000 actresses who auditioned for the role.</p> <p>Another Yale graduate, Roberto Lopez, who graduated in 1997, won an Oscar for his original song "Let It Go" from the hit Disney movie Frozen. The song has also won Emmy, Tony, and Grammy awards.</p> <p>The 86th Academy Awards aired live on ABC from the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, and was hosted by Ellen DeGeneres.</p>