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UID:4575-1746777600-1746896400@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Paws & Petals Mother's Day Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Reserve beautiful bouquets of flowers for the special women in your life! \nTo order\, send payment via our Venmo with your order details in the memo. You can just scan the QR code in the graphic with your phone or in the app search for:\nBENCHS BENCHS@Trish-Boeke \nPick up flowers Friday and Saturday before Mother’s Day (May 11th). \nYour flower purchase supports pets in need at BENCHS! Thank you!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/paws-petals-mothers-day-fundraiser/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T022344
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SUMMARY:Pints for Pets
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to August Schell Brewing Company! \n20% of proceeds go to BENCHS from 1 to 4 p.m.! \nStop out for a pint and to support a great cause!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/pints-for-pets/
LOCATION:August Schell Brewing Company\, 1860 Schell's Road\, New Ulm\, MN\, 56073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T022344
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;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTSTAMP:20260618T022344
CREATED:20230731T061018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T024023Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T180000
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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:20260618T022344
CREATED:20230706T034711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T035041Z
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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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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:20260618T022344
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:20230618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T022344
CREATED:20230331T052731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T015222Z
UID:3420-1687082400-1687089600@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a pet-friendly alternative to regular Sunday brunch for Father’s Day? Join other dog lovers and their dads at Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500. The next Paws on the Patio of 2023 will be on Sunday\, June 18th from 10 a.m. to noon. \nThis morning event is held on the outdoor patio of Mankato’s Pub 500. Attending canines get treated to treats and fun swag. And Pub 500 will donate 20% of the event’s proceeds to BENCHS! \nThanks\, Pub 500! It just goes to show that sometimes the kindest thing you can do is to order another cold one. \nBefore you leave\, snap a pic in the photo booth and #bringfido to let us know about your Paws on the Patio experience!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/yappy-hour-pub-500/
LOCATION:Pub 500
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T022344
CREATED:20230327T115001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T024703Z
UID:3172-1685782800-1685793600@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Plant & Pet Supplies Sale
DESCRIPTION:If your garden is lacking something and needs a lift\, the BENCHS Plant Sale will be the perfect place to buy new plants for your garden and help the animals out at the same time. We always have a great selection for our returning customers.  \nThis sale is a fundraiser for the daily care of the homeless cats and dogs at BENCHS. One way we raise those funds is when supporters share their extra garden plants. Donations can be dropped off at BENCHS beginning May 28th. Please mark them clearly with type of plant and color.  \nDo you have any extra flower pots? You can bring them to BENCHS door #3 and we will use them for our June sale! \nAll proceeds go directly to caring for the animals at BENCHS.
URL:https://benchs.org/event/plant-pet-supplies-sale/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Sales at BENCHS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Judi Wendt (Plants)":MAILTO:judi.wendt@gmail.com
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