Equine Valentine
Posted February 14, 2026 4:55 pm
Horses big and small, a “kissing booth” and hobby horses for kids were part of the fun Saturday during the SOUL Kisses 4 Valentine’s Day event at SOUL Harbor Ranch in Barrington.
Claire Johnson, a volunteer and advisory committee member, said the fundraising event was an opportunity to open up the barn to the public and give people a chance to meet their horses.
An event highlight was the opportunity for visitors to have their photo taken while giving smooches to a miniature horse named “Charmer” at a kissing booth. Kids also rode hobby horses equestrian style through the barn.
“It's just something for us to pass around some love,” Johnson said.
Penelope Cervenka, 9, of Hoffman Estates visits with “Buttercup” during the SOUL Kisses 4 Valentine's Day event Saturday at SOUL Harbour Ranch in Barrington. Buttercup, a miniature horse that stands 26 inches tall, was there with volunteer Amanda Marcin of Hoffman Estates.
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Warren and Regina Coler of Algonquin visit with “Buttercup” Saturday during the SOUL Kisses 4 Valentine's Day event at SOUL Harbour Ranch in Barrington.
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