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SUMMARY:Mankato Home Show
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe 2026 Mankato Home Show is scheduled for March 13-15 at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in downtown Mankato. \nFriday\, March 13th\, 3 – 7 p.m.\nSaturday\, March 14th\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nSunday\, March 15th\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nThank you to Blinds and More for sponsoring a table for BENCHS at this event!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/mankato-home-show/
LOCATION:Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center\, 1 Civic Center Plz\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T103138Z
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SUMMARY:Microchip Event
DESCRIPTION: 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: BENCHS Cost: $25 per pet (cash or card accepted) No appointment necessary!Don’t miss this chance to protect your pet and give yourself peace of mind. Share this with fellow pet lovers and let’s keep our community’s pets safe together! . NOTE. This is not a GPS device.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/microchip-event/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20250702T022228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T062526Z
UID:4635-1753376400-1753383600@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Mural Reveal & Open House
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLight snacks will be served. \nThis activity is made possible by an artist grant by Prairie Lakes Regional Art Council with funds provided by the McKnight Foundation. \n 
URL:https://benchs.org/event/mural-reveal-open-house/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20250703T154817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T154817Z
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SUMMARY:Flower Bed and Landscape Help Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvery helping hand makes a difference—see you in the garden!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/flower-bed-and-landscape-help-day/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20250602T013926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T005956Z
UID:4608-1751202000-1751220000@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Bake Sale June
DESCRIPTION:Baked goods for people and pets\, benefiting the cats and dogs of BENCHS! \nLocated at the back of the PetSmart Store!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-june/
LOCATION:PetSmart\, 1890 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser,News & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T130000
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CREATED:20250324T041920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T041920Z
UID:4480-1743508800-1743512400@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Puppy Party
DESCRIPTION:We are having a Puppy Party at Madison East Center! Join us for Live Music\, Food\, Coffee\, Music\, and of course dogs!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/puppy-party/
LOCATION:Madison East Center\, 1400 Madison Ave.\, Ste 730\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T110000
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CREATED:20230706T040723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T040723Z
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SUMMARY:Tails N Trails 5K Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/tails-n-trails-5k-run-walk/
LOCATION:Spring Lake Park\, 650 Webster Ave.\, North Mankato\, MN\, 56003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindi Rodriguez":MAILTO:bod6@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230928T072539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T072539Z
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SUMMARY:Tails n Trails Registration and Packet Pick-Up
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON REGISTRATION and PACKET PICK-UP\nAdults: $40\, DOES NOT include T-shirt or Dog Bandana; Youth\, 5-12: $20\, DOES NOT include T-shirt\nPAYMENT: Cash\, Venmo\, PayPal\, No Checks \nWednesday\, September 27th       6-8pm   BENCHS 1250 N River Drive\, Mankato\nFriday September 29th               2-4pm   BENCHS 1250 N River Drive\, Mankato\nSeptember 30th                         8am-8:30am at Registration Table at Spring Lake Park\, N. Mankato
URL:https://benchs.org/event/tails-n-trails-registration-and-packet-pick-up/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindi Rodriguez":MAILTO:bod6@benchs.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230731T061018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T024023Z
UID:3981-1694131200-1694390399@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Fall Cat & Dog Supply Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: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 over to check out stacks of dog beds\, carriers\, cute costumes\, collars\, leashes\, and so much more! Something for everyone! \nMark your calendar for these dates: \n\nFriday\, September 8th    12pm-6pm\nSaturday\, September 9th   9am-4pm\nSunday\, September 10th   9am-12pm\n\nAll proceeds go directly to caring for the animals at BENCHS. Thank you everyone for your continued support of BENCHS. See you at the sale!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/fall-cat-dog-supply-sale-fundraiser/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser,News & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230905T132620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T132911Z
UID:4035-1694016000-1694023200@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Pups on the Patio @ the Oleander
DESCRIPTION:Pup Party on the Patio!\nAt the Oleander Saloon\nCo- sponsored with Schell’s Brewery\n\nWed.\, Sept. 6th from 4-6pm\n\n\n Free pup cups during the event!\n Free toys for the dogs!\n\n\n\n$1 off cold Schell’s tap beer\nOr grab a cocktail\n\n\nThe Oleander and Schell’s have decided to donate 50% of bar sales to BENCHS during the event!! How generous!\n\n\n\nBENCHS will be there to educate the public and collect donations.\n\n\nPlease only bring dogs that are comfortable around other dogs and new people!\n\n\n\nThis should be a great event\, so stop by and show your support!! Thanks to everyone in advance!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/pups-on-the-patio-the-oleander/
LOCATION:The Oleander Saloon\, 701 N Riverfront Dr\, Mankato\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230706T034711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T035041Z
UID:3952-1693069200-1693087200@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Rockin' for Rescues 2023
DESCRIPTION: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 Kristin at media@benchs.org or call 507-625-6373 to find out how you can help!\n\nThere will be no cost to enter\, however free-will donations will be collected. A full bar and food menu will be available for purchase through Hooligans. Funds raised during the event will be used to care for the cats and dogs\, provide medical care and then get them adopted into good homes.\n\nPut it on your calendar today!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/rockin-for-rescues-2023/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230706T033942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T051022Z
UID:3947-1692525600-1692532800@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to Pub 500 with your pups from 10am to 12pm on Sunday\, August 20th and enjoy brunch out on the patio with us. Pub 500 is a great partner of BENCHS and will donate 20% of the event’s proceeds to help support our work with cats and dogs who need our assistance. We’ll bring a goody bag for the pups!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/paws-on-the-patio-pub-500/
LOCATION:Pub 500
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230530T034756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T052930Z
UID:3879-1691020800-1691366399@benchs.org
SUMMARY:RibFest Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:BENCHS has been asked to be the main nonprofit at the 25th Annual RibFest\, August 3-6\, 2023! The four-day fest will once again feature the best ribs from across the country and the finest in regional and national musical entertainment. It will take many hands to make this year’s RibFest another success and we are honored to have been chosen! \nIf you are attending RibFest this year don’t forget to stop at the BENCHS booth and vote for your favorite ribber! Every dollar donated goes directly to treating and caring for the animals at BENCHS!      $1 = 1 vote = $1 donated to BENCHS!  \nWe have filled all of our volunteer positions – thank you! Everyone participating should have received an email from Kayla with details about your role at the event. Remember\, volunteers will be outside in the sun for large chunks of time\, and will want to plan accordingly: sunscreen\, hats\, sunglasses\, water bottles\, etc. More information is available on our RibFest Volunteers page. Email Kayla at volunteerplanner@benchs.org with questions.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/3879/
LOCATION:Vetter Stone Ampitheater\, 309 West Rock Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser,News & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Volunteer Coordinator":MAILTO:volunteerplanner@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230704T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230330T024912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T165611Z
UID:3366-1688459400-1688472000@benchs.org
SUMMARY:St. Peter's Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Parade
DESCRIPTION:St. Peter’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration parade is a highlight of the area every year and BENCHS is planning to join in on the celebration in 2023!\n\nBENCHS is calling for volunteers who want to walk alongside the BENCHS float!\n\nWe have some pet toys and flyers to hand out to the crowd. We’d love to have some BENCHS alumni joining us too…crowd friendly dogs or cats\, in a stroller or backpack of course!\n\nTo participate in the parade\, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteerplanner@benchs.org or call 507-625-6373 and leave a message for Kayla.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/st-peters-old-fashioned-4th-of-july-celebration-parade/
LOCATION:St. Peter\, MN\, St. Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230506T153313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T030051Z
UID:3726-1685192400-1685203200@benchs.org
SUMMARY:507 Pawtio Pawty
DESCRIPTION:RAISE THE WOOF!! (Rescheduled) \nBENCHS will be at The 507 in Mankato for their very first PAWTIO PAWTY on MAY 27th. They are teaming up with a BUNCH of local businesses to host an amazing event for ALL dog owners and dog lovers.\nThey will have a bunch of pet friendly activities\, vendor booths\, and auction items. \nMay 27th\n1pm-4pm\nTHE 507 PAW-TIO \nWe hope to see you there!! \nUPDATE: The 507 is inviting patio-friendly dogs\, unfortunately\, BENCHS is advising that guests do not bring their dogs to the event. Due to the increasing number of cases of canine influenza in Minnesota\, BENCHS is asking our community to follow the recommendations set by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health. Allowing dogs to congregate increases the risk of infection and hastens its spread. We would still love to see you and have your support at these events\, but right now\, the best way to support animals in our community is by keeping them safe and healthy.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/507-pawtio-pawty/
LOCATION:The 507\, 526 South Front Street\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 507":MAILTO:the507foodcompany@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230503T044958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T210158Z
UID:3709-1685187000-1685194200@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Microchipping Clinic - FULL
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLINIC IS FULL!! \nBENCHS will be holding a Microchipping Event for community members on May 27th! Microchips are a safe and easy way to protect your pets if they find themselves lost one day. \nBENCHS\, local vet clinics and some pet stores have the ability to scan lost pets for microchips\, which then provide contact information for a pet’s owners. this means pets and owners can be reunited more quickly and more often! Microchips are one of the best safeguards you can have for your pet!\nRegistration and an appointment time are necessary for this event. After you register\, watch for an email from us — you’ll receive a Google Calendar link with our available openings. Please choose a time that works best for you!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/microchipping-clinic/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTSTAMP:20260417T100407
CREATED:20230513T221706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T063845Z
UID:3743-1683936000-1685145599@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Surprise! Sale on BENCHS Gear!
DESCRIPTION:Now’s the time to get that new BENCHS gear for summer! \nT-shirts – Tanks – Sweatshirts – Hats – Accessories\nMen’s & Women’s \nOrder Now: https://benchs.secure-decoration.com/ \nCome to our outdoor events this summer wearing your BENCHS gear! \nNew orders ONLY placed from 5/12/23 – 5/26/23 (at midnight).
URL:https://benchs.org/event/surprise-sale-on-benchs-gear/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Event,News & Events
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