BENCHS

Tails N Trails 5K Run/Walk
2023-09-30 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Spring Lake Park, 650 Webster Ave., North Mankato, MN, 56003, United States
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.

Tails n Trails Registration and Packet Pick-Up
2023-09-29 14:00 - 16:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
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 8am-8:30am at Registration Table at Spring Lake Park, N. Mankato

Fall Cat & Dog Supply Sale Fundraiser
2023-09-08 - 2023-09-10 | MN
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!
Mark your calendar for these dates:

Friday, September 8th 12pm-6pm
Saturday, September 9th 9am-4pm
Sunday, September 10th 9am-12pm

All proceeds go directly to caring for the animals at BENCHS. Thank you everyone for your continued support of BENCHS. See you at the sale!

Pups on the Patio @ the Oleander
2023-09-06 16:00 - 18:00 | The Oleander Saloon, 701 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, 56001, United States
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 the event!! How generous!

BENCHS will be there to educate the public and collect donations.

Please only bring dogs that are comfortable around other dogs and new people!

This should be a great event, so stop by and show your support!! Thanks to everyone in advance!

Rockin' for Rescues 2023
2023-08-26 17:00 - 22:00 | MN
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!

There 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.

Put it on your calendar today!

Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500
2023-08-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Pub 500
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!

Barks and Brews @ The Loose Moose
2023-08-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center, 119 South Front Street, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
Come join us out on the patio at The Loose Moose in Mankato! We will be handing out free dog toys, hope to see you there!
Saturday, August 12, 2023
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Loose Moose Saloon
119 South Front Street, Mankato

RibFest Fundraiser
2023-08-03 - 2023-08-06 | Vetter Stone Ampitheater, 309 West Rock Street, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
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!
If 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!
We 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.

Board Meeting
2023-07-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States

St. Peter's Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Parade
2023-07-04 08:30 - 12:00 | St. Peter, MN, St. Peter, MN, 56082, United States
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!

BENCHS is calling for volunteers who want to walk alongside the BENCHS float!

We 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!

To participate in the parade, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteerplanner@benchs.org or call 507-625-6373 and leave a message for Kayla.

Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500
2023-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Pub 500
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.
This 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!
Thanks, Pub 500! It just goes to show that sometimes the kindest thing you can do is to order another cold one.
Before you leave, snap a pic in the photo booth and #bringfido to let us know about your Paws on the Patio experience!

Plant & Pet Supplies Sale
2023-06-03 09:00 - 12:00 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
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.
This 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.
Do you have any extra flower pots? You can bring them to BENCHS door #3 and we will use them for our June sale!
All proceeds go directly to caring for the animals at BENCHS.

507 Pawtio Pawty
2023-05-27 13:00 - 16:00 | The 507, 526 South Front Street, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
RAISE THE WOOF!! (Rescheduled)
BENCHS 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.
They will have a bunch of pet friendly activities, vendor booths, and auction items.
May 27th
1pm-4pm
THE 507 PAW-TIO
We hope to see you there!!
UPDATE: 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.

Microchipping Clinic - FULL
2023-05-27 11:30 - 13:30 | BENCHS, 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001, United States
THIS CLINIC IS FULL!!
BENCHS 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.
BENCHS, 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!
Registration 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!

Surprise! Sale on BENCHS Gear!
2023-05-13 - 2023-05-26 | MN
Now’s the time to get that new BENCHS gear for summer!
T-shirts – Tanks – Sweatshirts – Hats – Accessories
Men’s & Women’s
Order Now: https://benchs.secure-decoration.com/
Come to our outdoor events this summer wearing your BENCHS gear!
New orders ONLY placed from 5/12/23 – 5/26/23 (at midnight).
