BENCHS will be kicking off our very first Rockin’ for Rescues Concert with Silent Auction event. The Lost Walleye Orchestra Trio will entertain us with music at Hooligans on August 26,2023. This event will feature a silent auction with many items up for grabs. We are still securing sponsors and donations for the auction. Email […]
Pup Party on the Patio! At the Oleander Saloon Co- sponsored with Schell’s Brewery Wed., Sept. 6th from 4-6pm Free pup cups during the event! Free toys for the dogs! $1 off cold Schell's tap beer Or grab a cocktail The Oleander and Schell’s have decided to donate 50% of bar sales to BENCHS during […]
Looking for some new (maybe new to you) pet supplies? BENCHS will be hosting a Fall Cat & Dog Supply Sale in early September! We receive so many wonderful donations – many of them BRAND NEW! We can’t even imagine using them all, so we sell them to raise funds for the shelter. Come on […]
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION and PACKET PICK-UP Adults: $40, DOES NOT include T-shirt or Dog Bandana; Youth, 5-12: $20, DOES NOT include T-shirt PAYMENT: Cash, Venmo, PayPal, No Checks Wednesday, September 27th 6-8pm BENCHS 1250 N River Drive, Mankato Friday September 29th 2-4pm BENCHS 1250 N River Drive, Mankato September 30th […]
BENCHS has decided to tackle the annual 5K run/walk this year while Running for Rescues is taking a break! We've found a scenic route that will start in Spring Lake Park, go around Hiniker Pond, and bring you back to Spring Lake for the post race activities.
We are having a Puppy Party at Madison East Center! Join us for Live Music, Food, Coffee, Music, and of course dogs!
Join us at BENCHS for a Flower Bed & Landscape Help Day!We’ll be pulling weeds and deadheading flowers to keep our shelter looking beautiful for our furry friends and visitors! Please bring your own garden tools, gloves, and dress for the weather. Every helping hand makes a difference—see you in the garden!
BENCHS has been blessed with the mural talents of Dinah Langsjoen and we are excited to share it with you! Dinah will be on hand to talk about the mural and her process in painting it. Light snacks will be served. This activity is made possible by an artist grant by Prairie Lakes Regional Art […]
Happy Tails Start with a Tiny Chip! At BENCHS, we’ve seen countless joyful reunions between pets and their families — all thanks to a tiny microchip, no bigger than a grain of rice! Keep your furry friend safe and easily identifiable by getting them microchipped at our upcoming clinic: Date: Sunday, July 27th Time: Noon – 3 p.m. Location: […]
A house just isn't a home without a four-legged friend! Stop by our table at the Mankato Home Show to learn about BENCHS and our available pets! The 2026 Mankato Home Show is scheduled for March 13-15 at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in downtown Mankato. Friday, March 13th, 3 – 7 p.m. […]
☀️ Savor Summer at the BENCHS June Bake Sale! 🍋🐾 Join us for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale, where every cookie, loaf, and sweet summer treat supports animals right here in our community! With 20–30+ talented volunteer bakers at each event, you’ll find an incredible spread of homemade goodies—cookies, bars, breads, cupcakes, dog treats, and […]
The Mankato Art Crawl is a vibrant community event celebrating local art. It features local artists showcasing their work in various business and community locations throughout Mankato. The event includes live music, art for sale, and interactive demonstrations, making it a lively experience for art enthusiasts and the general public alike. As part of the Mankato […]
