The World Equestrian Games are now in full swing!

We’ve been celebrating all things horses at Polk County Public Libraries, and still have one more equestrian-related event coming up. Join us at 6 p.m. Friday at Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op for horse-themed team trivia!

In the meantime, stop by Columbus or Saluda Library and check out one of these DVDs or books.

“The Horse Encyclopedia” by Elwyn Hartley Edwards

Your guide to everything horse! This DK publication is a comprehensive photographic guide to more than 150 horse and pony breeds and types from around the world.

“Knowing Horses: Q&As to Boost Your Equine IQ” by Les Sellnow & Carol A. Butler

Can horses see in the dark? Do horses get hiccups? With answers to hundreds of questions about behavior, physiology, training, and special breed characteristics, this book has all your horse quandaries covered.

“The Girl on the Dancing Horse” by Charlotte Dujardin

The story of Charlotte and her charismatic horse Valegro, who burst onto the international sports scene with their record-breaking performance at the 2012 Olympics.

“Nature: Legendary White Stallions”

This PBS documentary explores the world-famous Lipizzaner stallions, from their origins in ancient times to their rescue during World World II.

“Heartland”

Check out multiple seasons of this TV series that follows the life of a ranch family. The show is longest-running one-hour scripted drama in the history of Canadian television.

“Wild Horse, Wild Ride”

Each year, through the Extreme Mustang Makeover Challenge, 100 people across the country attempt to tame a wild mustang in 100 days.

“Maggie and the Flying Horse” by E. D. Baker and Lisa Manuzak

The first in the “Magic Animal” children’s chapter book series, 8-year-old Maggie must journey through the dangerous Enchanted Forest to save an injured flying horse.

“Favorite Stories from Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa: Horse in the House” by Erica Silverman

Lovable characters, short sentences, and simple dialogue encourage repeat readings of this children’s book. Cocoa the horse nudges his way into Cowgirl Kate’s house and decides he’d rather live there than in his barn!

Jen Pace Dickenson is the youth services librarian for Polk County Public Libraries. For information about the library’s resources, programs, and other services, visit polklibrary.org or call 828-894-8721.