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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260516T043557Z
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SUMMARY:Wags Wiggles Walmart
DESCRIPTION:🐾 Wags\, Wiggles & Walmart 🛒 \nSupply Drive to Support BENCHS During the Month of May! \nJoin BENCHS for Wags\, Wiggles & Walmart\, a special shopping event all month long at Walmart in Mankato! \nShop for much-needed supplies to support enrichment for the shelter animals and to help maintain the BENCHS building and grounds. Every donation helps provide comfort\, care\, enrichment\, and daily essentials for the animals waiting for loving homes. \nStop by Mankato Walmart\, purchase items from the BENCHS Shopping List\, and help make a difference for local shelter animals throughout the month of May. \nEvery item donated helps BENCHS to continue saying “yes” to animals in need — and supports the dedicated staff and volunteers who care for them every day. \nWalmart.com orders can be dropped off or shipped to BENCHS at 1250 N. River Drive\, Mankato\, MN 56001 \nShop with purpose. Help local animals thrive. Thank you for supporting BENCHS! 🧡🐾
URL:https://benchs.org/event/wags-wiggles-walmart/
LOCATION:Walmart Supercenter Mankato\, 1881 E Madison Ave\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Executive Director":MAILTO:info@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T111636Z
CREATED:20260507T111102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T111636Z
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SUMMARY:Shop for BENCHS
DESCRIPTION:Join BENCHS for a special shopping event at the Mankato Hilltop Hy-Vee! \n🗓 May 18 | 🕛 Noon – 3 p.m. \nShop in-store for much-needed items for BENCHS cats\, dogs\, staff\, and volunteers\, then drop donations off in front of Starbucks inside the store. \nMeet the BENCHS Executive Director\, pick up a shopping list of needed items\, and learn more about how your support helps local animals every day! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery donation helps provide comfort\, care\, enrichment\, and daily support for the animals at BENCHS — and for the dedicated staff and volunteers who help them heal and find loving homes. Thank You!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/shop-for-benchs/
LOCATION:HyVee Hilltop\, 2010 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T190000
DTSTAMP:20260330T054502Z
CREATED:20260330T054208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T054502Z
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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:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183137Z
CREATED:20260428T221707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183137Z
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SUMMARY:BENCHS Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Grow Something Good at the BENCHS Plant Sale – Saturday\, June 6! 🌸🐾 \nJoin us on June 6 for a special BENCHS Plant Sale\, where every plant you bring home helps animals in our care! \nPlant sale is coming up!Drop off Wednesday June 3rd. 9-5Ring door bell #1. And we will unload at the back of the driveway.Please have them potted and labeledAlso looking for garden decor and other items \nBrowse a beautiful selection of plants perfect for your home and garden—annuals\, perennials\, houseplants\, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started\, you’re sure to find something to love. 🌼🌱 \n🌱 Plant Donations Needed!Help us make this event bloom by donating plants! \n\nDrop-off: June 3\, from 9 to 5 at the shelter. Ring doorbell at Door #1. We will help you unload at the back of the driveway.\nPlease label each plant with the type and whether it is an annual or perennial\nPlants should be potted in individual containers\nAlso accepting garden decor and other gardening items.\nQuestions? Email: info@benchs.org\n\nWhy it matters: Proceeds from the sale go directly toward medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily operations for the dogs and cats at BENCHS. Your support helps give them the care and second chances they deserve. \nBonus: Stop by and learn more about how you can get involved—through volunteering\, fostering\, adopting\, or donating. Every connection makes a difference! \nPayments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Credit Cards\, and Venmo 💵💳Tip: Come early for the best selection—plants will go quickly! \nCan’t make it? You can still support by sharing this event or stopping by another fundraiser. Thank you for helping us grow a brighter future for animals in need! 🌷🐶🐱
URL:https://benchs.org/event/benchs-plant-sale/
LOCATION:BENCHS\, 1250 North River Drive\, 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:20260330T054819Z
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:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T214912Z
CREATED:20250602T013926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T214912Z
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SUMMARY:Bake Sale June
DESCRIPTION:☀️ Savor Summer at the BENCHS June Bake Sale! 🍋🐾 \nJoin us for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale\, where every cookie\, loaf\, and sweet summer treat supports animals right here in our community! \nWith 20–30+ talented volunteer bakers at each event\, you’ll find an incredible spread of homemade goodies—cookies\, bars\, breads\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. There’s truly something for everyone! 🌼 \nNot into sweets? We’ve got you covered with a variety of non-food items\, so you can still shop and support BENCHS in your own way. \nWhy it matters: Every dollar raised helps provide medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily support for the animals who rely on us most. These bake sales make a real difference. \nBonus: Stop by and meet Terri\, our Shelter Manager! She’d love to share how you can get involved—whether through volunteering\, fostering\, or supporting BENCHS in other meaningful ways. \nPayments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Venmo 💵💳Tip: Come early—items go fast! \nCan’t make it this time? You can still help by sharing this event or joining us at a future sale. Your support means everything to us—and to the animals we serve. 🐶🐱💛
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-june/
LOCATION:Pet Expo\, 1800 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser,News & Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T215546Z
CREATED:20250531T044042Z
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SUMMARY:July Bake Sale
DESCRIPTION:🎆 Celebrate Summer at the BENCHS Bake Sale – July 11! 🍪🐾 \nJoin us on July 11 for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale\, where every sweet treat helps animals right here in our community! \nOur talented crew of 20–30+ volunteer bakers will be bringing a wide variety of homemade goodies—cookies\, bars\, breads\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. Whether you’re picking up something for yourself or your pup\, there’s something for everyone! 🍓 \nNot into sweets? No problem! We’ll also have non-food items available\, so you can still shop and support BENCHS in your own way. \nWhy it matters: Every dollar raised helps provide medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily support for the animals who need us most. Your support truly makes a difference. \nBonus: Stop by and meet Terri\, our Shelter Manager\, and learn how you can get involved—whether through volunteering\, fostering\, or other meaningful ways to support BENCHS. \nPayments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Venmo 💵💳Tip: Come early—items sell fast! \nCan’t make it? You can still help by sharing this event or joining us at a future bake sale. Thank you for supporting BENCHS and the animals we care for! 🐶🐱💙
URL:https://benchs.org/event/july-bake-sale/
LOCATION:Pet Expo\, 1800 Adams St\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENCHS Manager":MAILTO:manager@benchs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055002Z
CREATED:20250105T004939Z
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:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T031352Z
CREATED:20250731T101852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T031352Z
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SUMMARY:Bake Sale August
DESCRIPTION:🌻 Soak Up Summer at the BENCHS August Bake Sale! 🍪🐾 \nJoin us for our monthly BENCHS Bake Sale\, where every bite helps animals right here in our community! \nOur amazing group of 20–30+ volunteer bakers brings a delicious variety of homemade treats to every sale—cookies\, bars\, breads\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. Whether you’re craving something sweet or shopping for your pup\, there’s something for everyone! 🍉 \nNot into sweets? No worries! We also offer non-food items\, so you can still stop by and support BENCHS in a way that works for you. \nWhy it matters: Funds raised go directly toward medical care\, food\, enrichment\, and daily operations for the animals who depend on us. Every purchase makes a difference. \nBonus: Meet Terri\, our Shelter Manager\, and learn how you can get involved—through volunteering\, fostering\, or other meaningful ways to support BENCHS. \nPayments Accepted: Cash\, Check\, Venmo 💵💳Tip: Come early—favorites go quickly! \nCan’t make it? You can still support by sharing this event or joining us at a future bake sale. Thank you for being part of the BENCHS family and helping us care for animals in need! 🐶🐱💛
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-august/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055133Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T030218Z
CREATED:20260730T062229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T030218Z
UID:5038-1787396400-1787418000@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Mankato Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs part of the Mankato Art Crawl\, Minnesota writer and photographer J. Anderson will share readings from her memoirs at the Carnegie Art Center on Aug. 22 at 11 a.m. and at 1 p.m. She is the recipient of a 2026 Minnesota State Arts Board Creative Individuals grant. All donations collected during the readings will benefit BENCHS. \nThe memoir\, No Bad Days: On Nature\, A Dog\, and Devotion\, began as a blog in 2020 and 2021\, Anderson posted stories and photos from walks with Santiago\, an adopted mixed-breed dog\, in parks and along trails throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. \nDuring a time marked by fear brought on by a global pandemic\, civil unrest\, and a warming climate\, Anderson wanted to offer a different perspective on the world and began developing the blog into a manuscript. Their hope is that the words and images convey that life itself\, regardless of circumstance\, is worthy of deep devotion. \nCall for Art:\n\n\nCommunity members are invited to share “Images of nature and animals that inspire resilience and joy\,” as a part of the Mankato Art Crawl festivities! Bring your photos\, paintings\, or other artwork depicting nature and/or animals to be displayed in the galleries for a pop-up showcase. Community members may bring up to two pieces for display. \nDrop off: Friday\, August 21\, Noon\nArt Crawl: Saturday\, August 22\, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nPick-up: Saturday\, August 22\, 5 p.m. (or by appointment)\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MANKATO ART CRAWL SIGN UP FORM\n\n\nNote: works may be for sale\, with a 35% commission to the Carnegie Art Center
URL:https://benchs.org/event/mankato-art-crawl/
LOCATION:Carnegie Art Center\, 120 S Broad St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 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:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260701T053741Z
CREATED:20260625T010140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T053741Z
UID:4989-1789210800-1789239600@benchs.org
SUMMARY:Bake Sale September
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of fall with a visit to the BENCHS September Bake Sale on September 12th! Our wonderful volunteer bakers will be serving up a delicious assortment of homemade favorites\, including cookies\, bars\, breads\, muffins\, cupcakes\, dog treats\, and more. Whether you’re looking for a treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or something special for your four-legged friend\, you’ll find plenty to choose from. \nLooking for something other than baked goods? We’ll also have a selection of non-food items available\, giving everyone a chance to shop while supporting the animals at BENCHS. \nEvery purchase helps provide food\, medical care\, enrichment\, and daily comfort for homeless dogs and cats as they wait for loving homes. \nWhile you’re there\, stop by and say hello to Terri\, our Shelter Manager\, and learn more about the many ways you can make a difference through volunteering\, fostering\, or supporting BENCHS. \nPayments accepted: Cash\, check\, and Venmo\nTip: Come early — items sell fast! \nCan’t make it? You can still help by sharing this event or joining us at a future bake sale. \nThank you for supporting BENCHS and the animals we care for!
URL:https://benchs.org/event/bake-sale-september-2/
LOCATION:Pet Expo\, 1800 Adams 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:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055413Z
CREATED:20250105T005313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T055413Z
UID:4429-1789408800-1789416000@benchs.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055516Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055640Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T055927Z
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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