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Annual Benson Economic
Forum Luncheon upcoming
The 12th Annual Benson Economic Outlook Luncheon will be held Friday, Oct. 2, at 11:30 a.m. at Cochise College Benson Center (doors open at 11 a.m.). CER Director Robert Carreira, Ph.D. will give an overview of the local, state, and national economy. Glenn Nichols, Benson City Manager, will speak on current and planned projects within the city. Log on www.cochise.edu/deptsdirs/organizations/cer/luncheons.asp to register on line or call them at (520) 515-5486, or e-mail to cer@cochise.edu.
Cienega Creek Farm Days event offers activities, fun
A free educational event to learn about llamas, alpacas, goats, emus, donkeys and horses will be held on the farm at Cienega Creek, 15900 S. Empire Rd., Benson, Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about fleeces and spinning, weaving, dying demos. Dye fleece or yarn to take home. Petting area for children, free refreshments for all. See the Paco-Vicuna herd
To get there take Exit 297 off I-10, travel west on frontage road on the north side of I-10 about 1 1/2 miles, entry straight ahead. Call 520-586-3920, cell: 520-603-0411 or email alpacas@powerc.net. Visit www.cienegacreek.com. Personal visits, tours by appointment.
DAV service officer
available weekly
The Disabled American Veterans service officer will be available at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 750 E. 4th St., in Benson every Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The service officer will also be available at the City of Benson's [train depot] Visitor's Center on 4th St., on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Potluck dinner, dance for Cascabel Fire Department
A fire dept. fundraiser potluck dinner and dance to raise funds for the Cascabel Fire Dept. will be held Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at the Cascabel Community Center. Enjoy the tunes of The Way Back Machine, massage and angel card readings. Bring cash donations. Proceeds to help purchase communication equipment. For information call Sabrina or Samantha at 520-212-3031.
St. David Farmers
Market held weekly
The St. David Farmers Market is open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beneath the solar ramada at St. David School.
Backyard growers with small amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables get a special discounted vendor rate for a card table space. For information contact Ron Millet at 221-1074 or email stdavidfarmersmarket@yahoo.com.
VFW fundraising
dinner Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., is hosting its fundraising dinner on Friday, Oct. 2 at the Post Hall, 233 E. 5th St. Menu includes pork cutlets, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, salad and roll. Cost is a $6 donation. For takeouts or more information, call 586-2197. Public welcome. Sunday bingoat 6 p.m., kitchen opens one hour prior.
VFW Auxiliary swap
meet-bake sale scheduled
VFW Post 6271 Auxiliary is holding a swap meet-bake sale Saturday, Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be served and tables may be rented for $5. Call the Post Hall or Norma Harnack at 520-212-3455. All proceeds go toward cancer research fund.
Benson Eagles
upcoming activities
Benson Eagles Aerie No. 3593 will meet Tuesday, Oct. 6, and Oct. 20, while the Eagles Auxiliary will meet Monday, Oct. 5 and Oct. 19.
Eagles activities include Tuesday night tacos from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday night bingo, kitchen opens at 5 p.m., card sales start at 5:30 p.m. Early bird play at 6 p.m. Friday fish fry Oct. 2 and Oct. 30, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday night football weekly. The kidney fund raffle for a barbecue grill continues. Check Aerie for details, 586-3043.
Parkinson's disease
support group meetings
A monthly Parkinson's disease support group meeting is held every fourth Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the St. Timothy Recreation Building at Holy Trinity Monastery in St. David.
Call Sister Corinne Fair at 720-9682 for more information.
Thursday night bingo
at Cochise Terrace
Thursday night bingo is held at Cochise Terrace RV Resort in Benson. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with early bird game at 6 p.m. Games at 6:30 p.m. Kitchen opens at 5:20 p.m. Call 586-0600.
Benson Elks hold
Italian fare dinner
The Benson Elks are now serving Italian. Mama Mia: different pasta dishes will be served at the Masonic/Elks Lodge, 623 Foothill Dr. from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday. The $6 contribution will include a main dish, salad, garlic bread and soft drink. Questions, e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net or call the office at 520-586-6162 for information about the Elks. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Bingo Monday
at Benson Senior Center
Bingo games are held every Monday at the Benson Senior/Community Center. Card sales from 12:20 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Each card price of $1.50 includes 12 regular games and the progressive cover-all. Must be at least 18 to play. Open to the public. The center is located at 705 West Union St., by the city pool.
Interdenominational
Bible study to begin
A women's interdenominational Bible study will meet Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., at First Baptist Church, 983 S. Ocotillo Ave. Child care available for children age 2-5. Study is on the book of Daniel with Beth Moore. Bible study for men and women on Mondays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Studies open to all denominations. Call 586-3362 or 720-4537 or 221-0129 for child care information and other details.
Willow Lakes
women's Bible study
Willow Lakes women's non-denominational Bible study will be held weekly on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the clubhouse, 2125 W. Vista Dr. The 12-week study session is on Jesus' mother Mary.
Call for quilts for
Butterfield quilt show
Butterfield Stage Days quilt show, hosted by the Art and Quilt Gallery at 267 E. 5th St., is putting out a call for quilts.
Organizers will be setting up the show in Lions Park Oct. 10 during Butterfield Stage Days. Quilters who would like their quilts in that display, should stop by the gallery Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or call 586-9313. There is no charge. A quilt, which can be seen at Cowgirl-Up Quilts, will be raffled. Tickets on sale at the gallery.
Call to artists
for upcoming event
Call to Artists: The annual Gathering of Artists and Friends is coming soon. It will be at the Gallery of Dreams in St. David on Oct. 24, from 1-4 p.m. The San Pedro River Arts Council would like to remind all artists who want to display work that day to email bensonartsbelle@mac.com, or call 586-4782. This will be an outdoor event, with food and live music by Contra Swings.
Dallas Memorial Hope Fund yard sale planned
The Dallas Memorial Hope Fund is holding its inaugural community yard sale at Benson Animal Hospital, 1195 S. Hwy. 80, Saturday, Oct. 17, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations may be dropped off at the clinic or tables may be rented for $10. Call Penny at 586-3988 or call the clinic at 586-2553 for table reservations or questions.
LDS invites public to Semiannual General Conference
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites all to the 180th Semiannual General Conference, which will assemble in Salt Lake City on Saturday and Sunday Oct 3-4.
Local LDS churches will broadcast the conference live, Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m.
Critter Sitters dog
obedience classes to start
Critter Sitters is starting classes on Saturday Oct. 24. Basic Obedience class starts at 8 a.m. Sit, down, stay, come and more will be covered in the six-week class. Really reliable recall class will start at 9:30 a.m. Working on getting your dog to come to you when called is worked on in this six-week class. Call 520-212-2233.
VICaP seeks helpers
for upcoming yard sale
In preparation for their semi-annual yard sale Oct. 2-3 at 8 a.m., the Volunteer Interfaith Caregiver Program (VICaP) seeks four to six able-bodied helpers to assist with set-up, selling and pack-up. Call 586-2387.
Park and swap at
the Arena Saturday
The Benson Park & Swap will be open on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 7 a.m. to noon. Live music by Gary's Lil Homestead Band starts at 9 a.m. The Benson Food Bank, jumping castle, crafters, yard salers, game booths, face painting and commercial vendors including, Sandie's Hot Dogs, AZ BBQ will be on hand. The swap meet will be closed Oct. 10 and Oct. 17 and resumes Oct 24. For more information call Iris at 586-3398.
FAA/NTSB First Responders
workshop set Thursday
Federal Aviation Administration /National Transportation Safety Board First Responders Workshop will be held Thursday, Oct.1, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cochise College- Benson Center, 1025 State Route 90, hosted by the Mescal-J6 Fire District and presented by Howard Plagens, NTSB Senior Air Safety Investigator. Topics include: Responding to an aircraft accident, first responder checklist, ballistic recovery systems, post crash guidance, and disaster assistance.
There is no cost to attend but seating is limited. RSVP to mescalj6fire@hotmail.com or call Chief Warren Neff at 586-7808. Lunch is the responsibility of each attendee.
Benson Lions Club
monthly breakfast set
Benson Lions Club all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee, tea and juice breakfast from will be held Sunday, Oct. 4 , from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the club, 599 S. Dragoon St. Lions Bingo every Friday night. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., early bird games at 6:30 p.m.
Sign-up for horse riding lessons for beginners
Beginning Oct. 15, interested parents may sign their children up for five horseback riding lessons offered by Debbie Miller, a retired horse trainer.
Children must be at least 5 and know their left from their right. Classes are aimed for beginners. Riders must be wearing full-length jeans or sweats and shoes or boots that will not fall off. Helmets provided. Parent or guardian must be present during each lesson.
Horse safety, horse care and horse health and Western and English riding. Lessons begin Nov. 1. Call 520-686-0048 for information or email darkhorseaz@hotmail.com.
Rabies clinic scheduled
at at All Creatures Oct. 31
A rabies clinic will be held Saturday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to noon by Dr. Nancy Leverenz at All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, 644 E. 4th St. Cost is $20. State law requires all dogs over 3 months must be vaccinated against rabies by state licensed veterinarian. All dogs must be on leash and cats in carriers. Call city animal control at 586-3600 for information.
ADWR sets two
meetings in Sierra Vista
Friday, Oct. 2 , Arizona Department of Water Resources will hold two meeting sessions in Sierra Vista to explain the recent notice of filing on the San Pedro River watershed subflow zone report and what it might mean to property owners along or near the San Pedro River.
The meetings are at the Cochise County Complex in 4001 E. Foothills Dr.
Forum Luncheon upcoming
The 12th Annual Benson Economic Outlook Luncheon will be held Friday, Oct. 2, at 11:30 a.m. at Cochise College Benson Center (doors open at 11 a.m.). CER Director Robert Carreira, Ph.D. will give an overview of the local, state, and national economy. Glenn Nichols, Benson City Manager, will speak on current and planned projects within the city. Log on www.cochise.edu/deptsdirs/organizations/cer/luncheons.asp to register on line or call them at (520) 515-5486, or e-mail to cer@cochise.edu.
Cienega Creek Farm Days event offers activities, fun
A free educational event to learn about llamas, alpacas, goats, emus, donkeys and horses will be held on the farm at Cienega Creek, 15900 S. Empire Rd., Benson, Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about fleeces and spinning, weaving, dying demos. Dye fleece or yarn to take home. Petting area for children, free refreshments for all. See the Paco-Vicuna herd
To get there take Exit 297 off I-10, travel west on frontage road on the north side of I-10 about 1 1/2 miles, entry straight ahead. Call 520-586-3920, cell: 520-603-0411 or email alpacas@powerc.net. Visit www.cienegacreek.com. Personal visits, tours by appointment.
DAV service officer
available weekly
The Disabled American Veterans service officer will be available at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 750 E. 4th St., in Benson every Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The service officer will also be available at the City of Benson's [train depot] Visitor's Center on 4th St., on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Potluck dinner, dance for Cascabel Fire Department
A fire dept. fundraiser potluck dinner and dance to raise funds for the Cascabel Fire Dept. will be held Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at the Cascabel Community Center. Enjoy the tunes of The Way Back Machine, massage and angel card readings. Bring cash donations. Proceeds to help purchase communication equipment. For information call Sabrina or Samantha at 520-212-3031.
St. David Farmers
Market held weekly
The St. David Farmers Market is open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beneath the solar ramada at St. David School.
Backyard growers with small amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables get a special discounted vendor rate for a card table space. For information contact Ron Millet at 221-1074 or email stdavidfarmersmarket@yahoo.com.
VFW fundraising
dinner Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., is hosting its fundraising dinner on Friday, Oct. 2 at the Post Hall, 233 E. 5th St. Menu includes pork cutlets, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, salad and roll. Cost is a $6 donation. For takeouts or more information, call 586-2197. Public welcome. Sunday bingoat 6 p.m., kitchen opens one hour prior.
VFW Auxiliary swap
meet-bake sale scheduled
VFW Post 6271 Auxiliary is holding a swap meet-bake sale Saturday, Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be served and tables may be rented for $5. Call the Post Hall or Norma Harnack at 520-212-3455. All proceeds go toward cancer research fund.
Benson Eagles
upcoming activities
Benson Eagles Aerie No. 3593 will meet Tuesday, Oct. 6, and Oct. 20, while the Eagles Auxiliary will meet Monday, Oct. 5 and Oct. 19.
Eagles activities include Tuesday night tacos from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday night bingo, kitchen opens at 5 p.m., card sales start at 5:30 p.m. Early bird play at 6 p.m. Friday fish fry Oct. 2 and Oct. 30, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday night football weekly. The kidney fund raffle for a barbecue grill continues. Check Aerie for details, 586-3043.
Parkinson's disease
support group meetings
A monthly Parkinson's disease support group meeting is held every fourth Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the St. Timothy Recreation Building at Holy Trinity Monastery in St. David.
Call Sister Corinne Fair at 720-9682 for more information.
Thursday night bingo
at Cochise Terrace
Thursday night bingo is held at Cochise Terrace RV Resort in Benson. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with early bird game at 6 p.m. Games at 6:30 p.m. Kitchen opens at 5:20 p.m. Call 586-0600.
Benson Elks hold
Italian fare dinner
The Benson Elks are now serving Italian. Mama Mia: different pasta dishes will be served at the Masonic/Elks Lodge, 623 Foothill Dr. from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday. The $6 contribution will include a main dish, salad, garlic bread and soft drink. Questions, e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net or call the office at 520-586-6162 for information about the Elks. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Bingo Monday
at Benson Senior Center
Bingo games are held every Monday at the Benson Senior/Community Center. Card sales from 12:20 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Each card price of $1.50 includes 12 regular games and the progressive cover-all. Must be at least 18 to play. Open to the public. The center is located at 705 West Union St., by the city pool.
Interdenominational
Bible study to begin
A women's interdenominational Bible study will meet Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., at First Baptist Church, 983 S. Ocotillo Ave. Child care available for children age 2-5. Study is on the book of Daniel with Beth Moore. Bible study for men and women on Mondays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Studies open to all denominations. Call 586-3362 or 720-4537 or 221-0129 for child care information and other details.
Willow Lakes
women's Bible study
Willow Lakes women's non-denominational Bible study will be held weekly on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the clubhouse, 2125 W. Vista Dr. The 12-week study session is on Jesus' mother Mary.
Call for quilts for
Butterfield quilt show
Butterfield Stage Days quilt show, hosted by the Art and Quilt Gallery at 267 E. 5th St., is putting out a call for quilts.
Organizers will be setting up the show in Lions Park Oct. 10 during Butterfield Stage Days. Quilters who would like their quilts in that display, should stop by the gallery Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or call 586-9313. There is no charge. A quilt, which can be seen at Cowgirl-Up Quilts, will be raffled. Tickets on sale at the gallery.
Call to artists
for upcoming event
Call to Artists: The annual Gathering of Artists and Friends is coming soon. It will be at the Gallery of Dreams in St. David on Oct. 24, from 1-4 p.m. The San Pedro River Arts Council would like to remind all artists who want to display work that day to email bensonartsbelle@mac.com, or call 586-4782. This will be an outdoor event, with food and live music by Contra Swings.
Dallas Memorial Hope Fund yard sale planned
The Dallas Memorial Hope Fund is holding its inaugural community yard sale at Benson Animal Hospital, 1195 S. Hwy. 80, Saturday, Oct. 17, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations may be dropped off at the clinic or tables may be rented for $10. Call Penny at 586-3988 or call the clinic at 586-2553 for table reservations or questions.
LDS invites public to Semiannual General Conference
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites all to the 180th Semiannual General Conference, which will assemble in Salt Lake City on Saturday and Sunday Oct 3-4.
Local LDS churches will broadcast the conference live, Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m.
Critter Sitters dog
obedience classes to start
Critter Sitters is starting classes on Saturday Oct. 24. Basic Obedience class starts at 8 a.m. Sit, down, stay, come and more will be covered in the six-week class. Really reliable recall class will start at 9:30 a.m. Working on getting your dog to come to you when called is worked on in this six-week class. Call 520-212-2233.
VICaP seeks helpers
for upcoming yard sale
In preparation for their semi-annual yard sale Oct. 2-3 at 8 a.m., the Volunteer Interfaith Caregiver Program (VICaP) seeks four to six able-bodied helpers to assist with set-up, selling and pack-up. Call 586-2387.
Park and swap at
the Arena Saturday
The Benson Park & Swap will be open on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 7 a.m. to noon. Live music by Gary's Lil Homestead Band starts at 9 a.m. The Benson Food Bank, jumping castle, crafters, yard salers, game booths, face painting and commercial vendors including, Sandie's Hot Dogs, AZ BBQ will be on hand. The swap meet will be closed Oct. 10 and Oct. 17 and resumes Oct 24. For more information call Iris at 586-3398.
FAA/NTSB First Responders
workshop set Thursday
Federal Aviation Administration /National Transportation Safety Board First Responders Workshop will be held Thursday, Oct.1, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cochise College- Benson Center, 1025 State Route 90, hosted by the Mescal-J6 Fire District and presented by Howard Plagens, NTSB Senior Air Safety Investigator. Topics include: Responding to an aircraft accident, first responder checklist, ballistic recovery systems, post crash guidance, and disaster assistance.
There is no cost to attend but seating is limited. RSVP to mescalj6fire@hotmail.com or call Chief Warren Neff at 586-7808. Lunch is the responsibility of each attendee.
Benson Lions Club
monthly breakfast set
Benson Lions Club all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee, tea and juice breakfast from will be held Sunday, Oct. 4 , from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the club, 599 S. Dragoon St. Lions Bingo every Friday night. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., early bird games at 6:30 p.m.
Sign-up for horse riding lessons for beginners
Beginning Oct. 15, interested parents may sign their children up for five horseback riding lessons offered by Debbie Miller, a retired horse trainer.
Children must be at least 5 and know their left from their right. Classes are aimed for beginners. Riders must be wearing full-length jeans or sweats and shoes or boots that will not fall off. Helmets provided. Parent or guardian must be present during each lesson.
Horse safety, horse care and horse health and Western and English riding. Lessons begin Nov. 1. Call 520-686-0048 for information or email darkhorseaz@hotmail.com.
Rabies clinic scheduled
at at All Creatures Oct. 31
A rabies clinic will be held Saturday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to noon by Dr. Nancy Leverenz at All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, 644 E. 4th St. Cost is $20. State law requires all dogs over 3 months must be vaccinated against rabies by state licensed veterinarian. All dogs must be on leash and cats in carriers. Call city animal control at 586-3600 for information.
ADWR sets two
meetings in Sierra Vista
Friday, Oct. 2 , Arizona Department of Water Resources will hold two meeting sessions in Sierra Vista to explain the recent notice of filing on the San Pedro River watershed subflow zone report and what it might mean to property owners along or near the San Pedro River.
The meetings are at the Cochise County Complex in 4001 E. Foothills Dr.
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