SPV Little League
registration continues
San Pedro Valley Little League baseball and softball registration continues Feb. 21,and Feb. 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,at the concession stand at the little league field. Birth certificates required for every player. Tryouts for players entered in the Majors division March 7, at 11 a.m.
SDHCAS costume
military ball upcoming
The St. David Heritage and Cultural Arts Society (SDHCAS) is holding its annual 1880s Historic Costume Ball Sat., Feb. 28, at K-Hall at St. David School.
Period costumes preferred but not required. Dance 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., grand march at 7 p.m. A $5 minimum donation asked. There will be $50 costume prizes for children, men, women and couples. Contact Judith at 720-4325.
VFW fundraising
dinners Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., Benson, is holding its weekly fundraising dinner Friday, Feb. 20, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Menu includes chicken-fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, salad, roll and dessert. A $6 donation is asked. Sunday bingo at 6 p.m., kitchen opens one hour prior.
Karon Leigh featured Feb.
artist at Gallery of Dreams
Gallery of Dreams presents mixed media and encaustic artist, Karon Leigh, as February's featured artist. Leigh will host a one-day encaustic workshop Saturday, Feb. 21, 1 p.m., at Gallery of Dreams, 245 E. Patton (Highway 80), St. David.The $55 fee includes class and supplies. No experience necessary. To reserve a spot or more information contact Gallery of Dreams at 720-2649 or email at agalleryofdreams@yahoo.com.
Knights of Columbus golf tourney set
The Third Annual Knights of Columbus Logan DeRosier Council No. 7521 benefit golf tournament is Saturday, Feb. 21, at Turquoise Hills Family Golf Center in Benson. Four-person scramble, shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. with regisration at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $40 per player or $160 per team. Fee includes golf fees, cart and lunch. Prizes for hole in one, raffle prizes, 50-50 drawing. All proceeds benefit Catholic Community Service Senior Meals Program. Call 586-2585 for details.
San Pedro Resort's
wood carvers show
San Pedro Resort, 1110 Highway 80, hosts its annual wood carvers show Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to noon. Public welcome.
EAC ensembles in St. David concert
On March 4, performing ensembles from Eastern Arizona College will offer a free concert at St. David High School gym at 7:30 p.m., featuring concert jazz bands under the direction of Geoff DeSpain, and the acappella and show choirs under direction of Dr. Bruce Bishop.
Book signing at
Singing Wind
Historical and environmental preservation featured at Singing Wind Bookshop in Benson, Sunday, Feb. 22, 1 p.m. Featuring architect Bob Vint (Southwest Housing Traditions), history buffs Stan Benjamin (Tucson Police Department and Pearce, Arizona), Verlyn Meck (Buckeye), and Kathy Suagee (Around Benson), and environmental enthusiasts Betty Huff and Marilyn Malone (The Edge of the Sea of Cortez).
Music by Joe Green. Free admission and munchies. Valet parking. Call 520-586-2425 for directions.
Benson Elks
spaghetti dinners
Benson Elks Lodge resumes Tuesday night spaghetti dinners, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Masonic Lodge, 623 Foothill Dr. All-you-can-eat dinner includes spaghetti, sauce, salad, and garlic bread for $6. Profits benefit charity. Call Gisele Worley at 586-7471 or, for membership e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Bus rides for 21st CCLS enrollees
Transportation is available to the J-Six area only for students enrolled in the 21st Century Community Learning Center at Benson School. Bus leaves Benson Middle School at 5:30 p.m. with first drop off at Rice and Warren roads at the Fire Department. Second drop off at J-6 and Navajo. Parents or guardians must be there to pick up children.
For information call Making A Difference Office at 520-586-2213 ext 634 or ext 635
BMS Family Math program ongoing
Parents of students in fifth through eighth grades to help child succeed in math. Family Math is Monday in the cafeteria 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Babysitting provided. Call 586-2213 ext. 610.
Eagles bingo
weekly fish fry
Benson Eagles No. 3593 weekly bingo Wednesday with early bird game at 6 p.m. Ticket sales begin at 5:30 p.m., kitchen opens at 5 p.m.
The Eagles host a fish fry every other Friday. Feb. 20 is the next one from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Eagles Aerie is located at 750 E. 4th St. Call 586-3043.
Benefit auction at Presbyterian Church
A silent and live auction will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Community Presbyterian Church, 590 S. Huachuca St.
Auction items are new or appraised antiques. Refreshments will be served. Call Sandie Missioni at (520) 241-0791. Proceeds benefit Fellowship Hall improvements.
Showtime at
Cochise Terrace
It's showtime at Cochise Terrace RV Resort. Performers include Michael Hargis, Feb. 20; Bing and Nancy Show, Feb. 23; Tom Elliott Show, Feb. 28.
All Creatures to hold rabies clinic
All Creatures Veterinarian Clinic, 655 E. 4th St., is offering a rabies clinic Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost $20. Leashed dogs, cats in carriers only. Call Benson Animal Shelter at 586-3600 for information.
Book signing at
Benson Museum
Community Briefing
The Benson Museum and Art Gallery announces a book signing for Kathy Suagee on her book, "Around Benson" Saturday, Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The quilt show continues while artists are sought for the March Art Show. Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. Call 586-3070 or 586-9313 for information.
Join Cub
Scout Pack 454
Cub Scout Pack 454 is calling for boys age 6 to 11 to join in each Friday at 3:30 p.m. at Calvary St. David Church, 15 W. Merrill Dr. Call Daina Valenzuela at 720-4944 for information.
TOPS AZ 98
sets meeting
Take Off Pounds Sensibly or TOPS is meeting Monday, Feb. 23, from 4:45 p.m. to 6 p.m., rather than the previous meeting date of Feb. 24.
The meeting is open to anyone interested in joining. Call Ruth Coleman at 720-4620 for more information.
Karaoke sing along at Sr. center
The Benson Senior Center is holding karaoke sing along today (Feb. 18) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., sponsored by Arizona Skyline Assisted Living Home of Benson. D.J. Johnny D. will host.
Accepting Head Start applications
Head Start and Early Head Start are accepting applications. Children born between Sept. 1, 2004 and Aug. 31, 2006 are eligible.
Head Start offers services to low income families. Services may also be available for pregnant women. Call 586-7174 or visit the Head Start Center on Union Street.
Wrestling team banquet March 9
The Benson High School wrestling team will be holding its annual honor banquet on Monday, March 9, at 7 p.m. in the Benson School cafeteria. The team extends a special invitation to all former Benson High School wrestling alumni to attend.
PTSD support group for spouses
The Tombstone American Legion Veteran's Outpost is offering a Spousal Peer Support Group for spouses of veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
The group meets on Monday evenings at 7 o'clock at the Veteran's Outpost, 121 South Fourth Street, Tombstone. Spouses of veterans from any era are welcome.
For directions or more information call 520-255-1960.
San Pedro Valley Little League baseball and softball registration continues Feb. 21,and Feb. 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,at the concession stand at the little league field. Birth certificates required for every player. Tryouts for players entered in the Majors division March 7, at 11 a.m.
SDHCAS costume
military ball upcoming
The St. David Heritage and Cultural Arts Society (SDHCAS) is holding its annual 1880s Historic Costume Ball Sat., Feb. 28, at K-Hall at St. David School.
Period costumes preferred but not required. Dance 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., grand march at 7 p.m. A $5 minimum donation asked. There will be $50 costume prizes for children, men, women and couples. Contact Judith at 720-4325.
VFW fundraising
dinners Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., Benson, is holding its weekly fundraising dinner Friday, Feb. 20, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Menu includes chicken-fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, salad, roll and dessert. A $6 donation is asked. Sunday bingo at 6 p.m., kitchen opens one hour prior.
Karon Leigh featured Feb.
artist at Gallery of Dreams
Gallery of Dreams presents mixed media and encaustic artist, Karon Leigh, as February's featured artist. Leigh will host a one-day encaustic workshop Saturday, Feb. 21, 1 p.m., at Gallery of Dreams, 245 E. Patton (Highway 80), St. David.The $55 fee includes class and supplies. No experience necessary. To reserve a spot or more information contact Gallery of Dreams at 720-2649 or email at agalleryofdreams@yahoo.com.
Knights of Columbus golf tourney set
The Third Annual Knights of Columbus Logan DeRosier Council No. 7521 benefit golf tournament is Saturday, Feb. 21, at Turquoise Hills Family Golf Center in Benson. Four-person scramble, shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. with regisration at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $40 per player or $160 per team. Fee includes golf fees, cart and lunch. Prizes for hole in one, raffle prizes, 50-50 drawing. All proceeds benefit Catholic Community Service Senior Meals Program. Call 586-2585 for details.
San Pedro Resort's
wood carvers show
San Pedro Resort, 1110 Highway 80, hosts its annual wood carvers show Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to noon. Public welcome.
EAC ensembles in St. David concert
On March 4, performing ensembles from Eastern Arizona College will offer a free concert at St. David High School gym at 7:30 p.m., featuring concert jazz bands under the direction of Geoff DeSpain, and the acappella and show choirs under direction of Dr. Bruce Bishop.
Book signing at
Singing Wind
Historical and environmental preservation featured at Singing Wind Bookshop in Benson, Sunday, Feb. 22, 1 p.m. Featuring architect Bob Vint (Southwest Housing Traditions), history buffs Stan Benjamin (Tucson Police Department and Pearce, Arizona), Verlyn Meck (Buckeye), and Kathy Suagee (Around Benson), and environmental enthusiasts Betty Huff and Marilyn Malone (The Edge of the Sea of Cortez).
Music by Joe Green. Free admission and munchies. Valet parking. Call 520-586-2425 for directions.
Benson Elks
spaghetti dinners
Benson Elks Lodge resumes Tuesday night spaghetti dinners, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Masonic Lodge, 623 Foothill Dr. All-you-can-eat dinner includes spaghetti, sauce, salad, and garlic bread for $6. Profits benefit charity. Call Gisele Worley at 586-7471 or, for membership e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Bus rides for 21st CCLS enrollees
Transportation is available to the J-Six area only for students enrolled in the 21st Century Community Learning Center at Benson School. Bus leaves Benson Middle School at 5:30 p.m. with first drop off at Rice and Warren roads at the Fire Department. Second drop off at J-6 and Navajo. Parents or guardians must be there to pick up children.
For information call Making A Difference Office at 520-586-2213 ext 634 or ext 635
BMS Family Math program ongoing
Parents of students in fifth through eighth grades to help child succeed in math. Family Math is Monday in the cafeteria 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Babysitting provided. Call 586-2213 ext. 610.
Eagles bingo
weekly fish fry
Benson Eagles No. 3593 weekly bingo Wednesday with early bird game at 6 p.m. Ticket sales begin at 5:30 p.m., kitchen opens at 5 p.m.
The Eagles host a fish fry every other Friday. Feb. 20 is the next one from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Eagles Aerie is located at 750 E. 4th St. Call 586-3043.
Benefit auction at Presbyterian Church
A silent and live auction will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Community Presbyterian Church, 590 S. Huachuca St.
Auction items are new or appraised antiques. Refreshments will be served. Call Sandie Missioni at (520) 241-0791. Proceeds benefit Fellowship Hall improvements.
Showtime at
Cochise Terrace
It's showtime at Cochise Terrace RV Resort. Performers include Michael Hargis, Feb. 20; Bing and Nancy Show, Feb. 23; Tom Elliott Show, Feb. 28.
All Creatures to hold rabies clinic
All Creatures Veterinarian Clinic, 655 E. 4th St., is offering a rabies clinic Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost $20. Leashed dogs, cats in carriers only. Call Benson Animal Shelter at 586-3600 for information.
Book signing at
Benson Museum
Community Briefing
The Benson Museum and Art Gallery announces a book signing for Kathy Suagee on her book, "Around Benson" Saturday, Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The quilt show continues while artists are sought for the March Art Show. Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. Call 586-3070 or 586-9313 for information.
Join Cub
Scout Pack 454
Cub Scout Pack 454 is calling for boys age 6 to 11 to join in each Friday at 3:30 p.m. at Calvary St. David Church, 15 W. Merrill Dr. Call Daina Valenzuela at 720-4944 for information.
TOPS AZ 98
sets meeting
Take Off Pounds Sensibly or TOPS is meeting Monday, Feb. 23, from 4:45 p.m. to 6 p.m., rather than the previous meeting date of Feb. 24.
The meeting is open to anyone interested in joining. Call Ruth Coleman at 720-4620 for more information.
Karaoke sing along at Sr. center
The Benson Senior Center is holding karaoke sing along today (Feb. 18) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., sponsored by Arizona Skyline Assisted Living Home of Benson. D.J. Johnny D. will host.
Accepting Head Start applications
Head Start and Early Head Start are accepting applications. Children born between Sept. 1, 2004 and Aug. 31, 2006 are eligible.
Head Start offers services to low income families. Services may also be available for pregnant women. Call 586-7174 or visit the Head Start Center on Union Street.
Wrestling team banquet March 9
The Benson High School wrestling team will be holding its annual honor banquet on Monday, March 9, at 7 p.m. in the Benson School cafeteria. The team extends a special invitation to all former Benson High School wrestling alumni to attend.
PTSD support group for spouses
The Tombstone American Legion Veteran's Outpost is offering a Spousal Peer Support Group for spouses of veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
The group meets on Monday evenings at 7 o'clock at the Veteran's Outpost, 121 South Fourth Street, Tombstone. Spouses of veterans from any era are welcome.
For directions or more information call 520-255-1960.
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