📍 Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga - 683 RT 29, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

⏰ 12 - 3 PM

Local author Melissa Trombetta is bringing the spirit of Saratoga Springs to life in her latest novel, The Summer Place to Be, now available at Impressions of Saratoga.

Through this local partnership, a portion of proceeds from each book sold will benefit Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, connecting readers to both a Saratoga-inspired story and a meaningful community impact.

Inspired by Trombetta’s time visiting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, equine-assisted therapy became a central emotional thread within the novel.

“There’s a kind of clarity that comes from standing beside a twelve-hundred-pound horse that responds to your energy and emotions with unfiltered honesty,” said Trombetta. “Experiencing equine therapy firsthand deepened my understanding of what healing can really look like and transformed the way I wrote the protagonist's journey, while also teaching me things about myself that I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life. I’m incredibly grateful for the work THS does in this community, and it’s an honor to support them.”

“We’re always looking for ways to celebrate Saratoga and support the people and organizations that make this community so special,” said a representative from Impressions of Saratoga. “Melissa’s book captures the spirit of this place so beautifully, and we’re proud to offer something in our store that not only tells a great local story but also gives back in a meaningful way.”By partnering with Impressions of Saratoga, Trombetta is creating a uniquely local experience that brings together storytelling, community, and purpose.

We are so grateful to Melissa and Impressions of Saratoga for turning a personal experience into something that gives back in such a meaningful way,” said Kim Weir, Director of Strategic Growth at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. “It is a powerful example of how community connections can come full circle.”

Community members will have the opportunity to meet Melissa Trombetta in person on Saturday, June 20. She will be at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. offering book signings and meeting guests at the farm. Later that evening, Trombetta will be at Impressions of Saratoga from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for an additional book signing event. Guests are encouraged to stop by, meet the author, and pick up a signed copy of The Summer Place to Be, all while supporting retired racehorses and the mental health and wellness programs that Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga provides right here in our community.

The Summer Place to Be invites readers into a world inspired by Saratoga Springs, where connection, healing, and self-discovery take center stage.