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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-7/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
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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:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T091505Z
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SUMMARY:Bake Sale April
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale\, where every cookie\, loaf\, and sweet treat helps animals right here in our community! \n\nWe’re proud to have 20–30+ volunteer bakers at every fundraiser\, creating a huge variety of homemade goodies including cookies\, bars\, breads\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. There’s truly something for everyone!\n\n Not into sweets? No problem! We also have non-food items for sale\, so there are plenty of ways to support BENCHS.\n Why it matters: Funds raised help cover medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily operations for the animals who need us most. These bake sales truly make a difference.\n Bonus: Come meet Terri\, the Shelter Manager\, and learn more about how you can get involved\, volunteer\, foster\, or support BENCHS in meaningful ways!\n Payments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Venmo First come\, first served – items sell fast\n\nCan’t make it but still want to support? Share this event with friends or stop by another month. Your support means the world to us and to the animals we serve. Thank you for being part of the BENCHS family!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-april-2/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20250105T004704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T083153Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-8/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20260102T204109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T200111Z
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SUMMARY:Pins for Paws
DESCRIPTION:Scott Oachs Memorial Bowling Tournament\nRegistration Form               Event Poster \nTeam Goal: 22 Teams  |  Fundraising Goal: $1\,000 per team\n(Teams are encouraged to secure corporate sponsors and donations. You can still bowl if you fall short.) \n4 or 5 members per team – Sign up soon! \nEntry Fee:\n$25 per player (includes free T-shirt)\nTwo games per team\, Scratch Format Tournament \nTeam Awards:\nTop Fundraiser | Most Team Spirit | Highest Score \nDoor Prizes – Games – Awards \nCall Angie with questions at: 507.469.9790 \nAll proceeds to benefit the Dogs and Cats of BENCHS!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/pins-for-paws/
LOCATION:Wow! Zone\, 2030 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20250924T050027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T184830Z
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SUMMARY:Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:DONATE – SHOP – VOLUNTEER FOR A GREAT CAUSE!\nSign Up to Volunteer Here: \nThe BENCHS Rummage Sale is our largest fundraiser of the year! All proceeds from this event will be used for the daily care of the homeless cats and dogs at BENCHS. Help us spread the word – click here for a Downloadable Flyer. \nDONATIONS📚🥣\nRummage Sale Donations – When you do your spring cleaning\, keep BENCHS in mind for donations! We cannot accept items at the shelter due to limited storage. So drop donations at the Mankato Curling Club (600 Hope St.) during specified drop off times. Volunteers will be available to help unload and set up. \nDonation Times: Mon.\, Tues.\, and Wed. (May 4\, 5\, & 6):  8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Only at the Mankato Curling Club \nAccepting: Toys\, Books\, Games\, Tools\, Pet Supplies\, Decor\, Kitchen Items\, Small Appliances\, Lamps\, End Tables\, Pillows\, Purses\, Jewelry\, Crafts\, Towels\, Blankets\, Rugs\, etc. No soiled or damaged goods. \nNot Accepting: No Christmas Trees\, Exercise Equipment\, Major Appliances\, Clothing\, TVs\, Computers/Accessories\, Child Car Seats\, Entertainment Centers\, Large Furniture\, Beds\, Couches or Baby Furniture. There is no plant sale this year. \nBENCHS reserves the right to refuse some items.🐾 \nSHOP🛍️\nCome shop for a paws-itively great cause!🐾 Most items are available for a free-will donation—give what you can and feel good doing it. \nBring your own bags or boxes if you’re able\, and get ready to treasure hunt! Cash\, Check\, Credit Card\, and Venmo are accepted for your convenience.💵💳 \nEvery purchase helps support the cats and dogs at BENCHS—so shop with heart and give generously!💕 \nSHOPPING HOURS:Thursday & Friday (May 7 & 8): 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Saturday (May 9): 9 a.m. – Noon \nThank you for making a difference for our furry friends! 🐶🐱🐾 \nVOLUNTEER SIGN UP📋\nLast year’s sale was a huge success thanks to the support of our many volunteers! Volunteers are needed for set-up\, during the sale\, and tear down. \nSet-up dates are Monday\, May 4 to Wednesday\, May 6\nSale dates are Thursday and Friday\, May 7 and 8\, and Saturday\, May 9\nTear-down will take place after the sale on Saturday \nThe BENCHS Annual Rummage Sale Volunteer Sign-up Website is now live! Please click on the button below to sign up for as many shifts as you are able. If you have questions\, please call (507) 625-6373. 🐾\nSign Up to Volunteer Here:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/rummage-sale/
LOCATION:Mankato Curling Club\, 600 Hope St\, 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:20260511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20250105T004753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T083314Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-9/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20260330T054208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T054502Z
UID:4893-1780138800-1780167600@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Bake Sale May
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale\, where every cookie\, loaf\, and sweet treat helps animals right here in our community!\n\nWe’re proud to have 20–30+ volunteer bakers at every fundraiser\, creating a huge variety of homemade goodies including cookies\, bars\, breads\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. There’s truly something for everyone!💐\n\nNot into sweets? No problem! We also have non-food items for sale\, so there are plenty of ways to support BENCHS.🍪\nWhy it matters: Funds raised help cover medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily operations for the animals who need us most. These bake sales truly make a difference.\n Bonus: Come meet Terri\, the Shelter Manager\, and learn more about how you can get involved\, volunteer\, foster\, or support BENCHS in meaningful ways!\n Payments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Venmo 💵💳 First come\, first served – items sell fast\n\nCan’t make it but still want to support? Share this event with friends or stop by another month. Your support means the world to us and to the animals we serve. Thank you for being part of the BENCHS family!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-may-2/
LOCATION:Pet Expo\, 1800 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20250105T004841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T054819Z
UID:4426-1780941600-1780948800@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-10/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055002Z
UID:4427-1783965600-1783972800@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-11/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092552
CREATED:20250105T005140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055133Z
UID:4428-1786384800-1786392000@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-12/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T180000
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CREATED:20250105T005313Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260405T092553
CREATED:20250105T005400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055516Z
UID:4430-1791828000-1791835200@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092553
CREATED:20250105T005539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055640Z
UID:4431-1794247200-1794254400@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-15/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092553
CREATED:20250105T005632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055927Z
UID:4432-1797271200-1797278400@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://benchs.org/event/board-meeting-16/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Board Agenda":MAILTO:boardagenda@benchs.org
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