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Vanguard Women's Chorus at First Assembly of God
The public is invited to a special performance of the Vanguard University Women's Chorus at First Assembly of God Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m.
The group is a music ministry chorus of approximately 45 female singers and a small group of instrumentalists, focused on the study, rehearsal, and performance of SSA(A) choral literature representative of all periods of music, including standard classical repertoire, spirituals, folk songs, hymn/anthem arrangements, and contemporary music.
For more information Call 586-2417. First Assembly of God is located just west of Safeway at 630 W 5th Street. No charge for admission. Their CD recordings will be available.
Join church stitchers; help make prayer quilts
The St. Raphael Episcopal/ Lutheran Church stitchers make comfort and prayer quilts when they meet the last Monday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Benson Museum Art and Quilt Gallery - the yellow building behind the museum.
Anyone who is interested in helping with the ministry is welcome. For more information about the prayer quilts or to join, call Laddie at 586-0090.
VFW fundraising
dinner on Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., is holding its weekly Friday [March 12] fundraising dinner from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., serving beer-battered fish, french fries, coleslaw and cornbread.
For takeout or more information call 586-2197. VFW also holds Sunday bingo at 6 p.m. Kitchen opens an hour prior.
Elks serving St. Patty's pancakes March 13
Benson Elks will be serving St. Patty's pancakes Saturday, March 13 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The $5 donation includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee or tea. Proceeds benefit club charities. The lodge is located at 623 Foothill Dr., across from Benson Primary School. For club information, call 586-6162 or e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Dog license late fee to be
assessed effective April 1
City police and animal control division remind pet owners beginning April 1, a late fee will be charged for a 2010 dog license.
The state requires all dogs 3 months and older to have rabies shots. Proof of vaccination is required for purchase of the license.
A rabies clinic will be held Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m. to noon, at All Creatures Veterinarian Clinic, 955 E. 4th St. Cost for the shot is $20. City dog licenses will be available for purchase for pet owners residing within city limits.
Call the city animal shelter at 586-3600 for more information.
Critter Sitters' March classes announced
Critter Sitters is forming the following classes for March: Control unleashed on Saturday, March 20 at 8 a.m. This class is for dogs that already know their basic commands but are distracted easily, worried, or just need to learn to pay attention to the owner.
Basic Obedience starts on Saturday, March 20 at 9:30 a.m. This class is also a six-week course. Sit, down, stay, come, loose-leash walking and more will be covered.
Heel begins Saturday, March 27 at 11 a.m. and fine tunes the loose leash walk through distractions and patterns. For fee and other information, call Megan at (520) 212-2233.
Benson Park & Swap held each Saturday
The Benson Park & Swap will be held Saturday, March 13. Setup fee is $5 and two cans of food for the Food Bank.
Donate household items for re-sale to raise money for the Food Banks. To reserve a spot call Iris (520) 586-3398.
Modern western square
dancing held Tuesdays
Modern western square dancing will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Benson Senior/Community Center, 705 W. Union St. Call 720-6044 for details.
Bingo Monday
at Senior Center
Bingo games are held every Monday at the Benson Senior/Community Center, 705 W. Union St. Card sales from 12:20 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Card price of $1.50 includes 12 regular games and progressive cover-all. Must be 18 to play.
Cochise Terrace RV
hosts Thursday Bingo
Bingo Thursday night in the barn at Cochise Terrace RV Resort, 1030 S. Barrel Cactus Ridge. Food concession serving begins at 5:30 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Call 586-0600.
Benson Elks resume
their Tuesday dinners
Benson Elks will be serving dinners each Tuesday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Elks/Masonic Lodge, 623 Foothill Drive.
A professional chef will be preparing entrees to serve along with salads, rolls, coffee or tea. Your $6 donation will enable the Elks to support charities for the youth of Benson. Call 520 586-6162 for questions or e-mail to BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Willcox Cowbelles to
raffle Arzberger's saddle
The Willcox Cowbelles are raffling Marsha Arzberger's saddle as a fundraiser for the Marguerite Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund.
The prime rib dinner, dance and auction will be held Saturday, March 13 at the Willcox Elks Lodge, 2131 Stewart.
There are plenty of items that will be auctioned off and dinner
For tickets call (520) 384-3123, (520) 384-3102 or send check in appropriate amount to Willcox Cowbelles, P. O. Box 354, Willcox, AZ 85644.
March is Arts Month;
features an array of events
Teens from across the county will be participating in an art competition to be held at the City Hall Gallery in Benson. This show will be up for the entire month of March and will be open to the public when there are activities in the City Hall Chambers, and on Saturday afternoons throughout March, or by appointment (520-720-6331). The award ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 28, at 4 p.m. at City Hall Gallery.
Also during the entire month, there will be a visual art and photography show at Cochise College Benson Center for adults throughout the county. The award ceremony for this show will be on March 20, 2010 at 4 p.m., just prior to the performance of the Mariachi Aztlan de Pueblo High School Mariachi Band.
March 13 will be the opening day for events coming up at Cochise College. Programs for these events can be obtained from the Visitor Center, and various other venues about Benson and throughout the county or from the Web site sprarts.org. Most events and classes are free.
The full program can be downloaded from www.srparts.org.
Scholastic Book Fair
at Visions Unlimited
Visions Unlimited Academy will host a Scholastic Book Fair through March 12. Families, teachers, and the community are invited Thursday, March 11, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be an art show created by students from Visions Unlimited Academy, Presbyterian Preschool, and Pomerene School. Visions Unlimited Academy is at 1275 E. Barney Ln., Benson.
Knitting, 'chicken doll'
classes at quilt gallery
Classes in knitting and "chicken doll" will be held this and next month at Benson Museum's Art and Quilt Gallery, 267 E. 5th St.
Knitting, on March 27, will consist of a "cable and color" class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On Saturday, April 10 and April 17, there will be a "chicken doll" class. Stop by the gallery to see their chicken on display. Call 586-9313 for all class information.
Elks to install officers
at March 28 gathering
The Benson Elks Lodge will install officers for the year 2010-2011 on Sunday, March 28 at the Elks/Masonic Lodge on Foothill Drive in Benson at 3 p.m. The event is open to the public. A prime rib or salmon dinner will be served following the ceremony at San Pedro Golf Course Ironwood Grill on Madison Street in Benson. Cost of the dinner is $12.50 each and must be pre-paid. Reservations must be made by contacting the club secretary at (520) 586-6162.
Cochise Terrace Helping Hands Benefit Auction
The Annual Helping Hands at Cochise Terrace Benefit Auction of goods and services, their "priceless' yard sale and silent auction will be held Saturday, March 13 at Cochise Terrace Resort in Benson.
Proceeds to benefit Senior Meals Program and San Pedro Family Resource Council. Helping Hands auction has raised more than $40,000 for people in need in the San Pedro Valley.
Priceless yard sale begins at 10 a.m., with preview. Lunch and entertainment begin at 11 a.m. Main auction begins promptly at noon.
The event will be held in the barn at Cochise Terrace RV Resort of Route 90, a mile south of the I-10-SR 90 junction.
Vacation Bible School scheduled March 16-19
San Pedro Valley United Methodist Church is holding Vacation Bible School Tuesday, March 16 to Friday, March 19. Class is titled "A cosmic adventure praising God." Call 586-3611 for more information.
Head Start applications
currently being taken
Child-Parent Centers is taking applications for head start and early head start for children born between Sept. 1, 2006 and Aug. 31, 2007. There are also services for families with pregnant women and children from birth up to 4 years of age at the Head Start Center on Union Street. For information call (520) 586-7174.
SJBRA season opening rodeo scheduled March 13
The Southern Junior Bull Riders Association will hold its season opening rodeo and membership drive Saturday, March 13 at the Charlie Whitlow Rodeo Arena in Florence.
Entrants can call Dawn, (520) 705-9371; Jackie, (520) 431-0101; or Charly, (928) 300-0852. Memberships available and sign-ups held March 13, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Entrants must pay in cash or money order. Checks not accepted. Visit www.sjbra.com for information.
Baked treats available Fridays at Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity Monastery in St. David offers pecan goodies made from scratch in Benedict's Bakery every Friday, 10 a.m. to noon, through March.
Learn to trace your roots at genealogy workshop
A workshop titled "Genealogy for beginners" will be held Saturday, March 27 in the book-sale room at Benson Public Library from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
There is no charge for the basic-level class, but space is limited to 10 students. Students are asked to bring pencil, ancestor information and "curiosity."
Anita Chadwick Beno and Betsy Phillips Jones are the instructors.
To reserve a spot call Anita at 586-4722.
The workshop is result of a collaborative effort on behalf of Benson Public Library and the Cochise Stronghold Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
Interdenominational Bible study class forming
Young adult interdenominational Bible study for persons 16 to 25 years of age will begin Wednesday, April 14 at Community Bible Church in J-Six. Join in for "light supper and fellowship" at 6 p.m., the hour-long study begins at 7 p.m.
Contact Mike or Patsy Gherardini at 586-3091 for additional information.
Parkinson's disease
support group meetings
A 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.
San Pedro Resort's
craft, yard sale Saturday
The San Pedro Resort Community's craft show and yard sale will be held Saturday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost for craft tables is $10. Call 586-9546 for details.
Public invited to Friday
'tea parties on the corner'
The public is invited to tea parties on the corner each Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Prickly Pear and 4th streets. Participants are invited to wear patriotic colors or display flags.
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, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. , and at the City of Benson's Visitor's Center on 4th St., on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Marine Corps League
meeting days posted
Monthly meetings of the Cpl. George Salcido Detachment of the Marine Corps League will be held at VFW Hall, 233 E. 5th St. at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.
All retired, reserve or active duty Marines and FMF Corpsmen are invited.
Call Don Swift at 586-1561 for information.
The public is invited to a special performance of the Vanguard University Women's Chorus at First Assembly of God Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m.
The group is a music ministry chorus of approximately 45 female singers and a small group of instrumentalists, focused on the study, rehearsal, and performance of SSA(A) choral literature representative of all periods of music, including standard classical repertoire, spirituals, folk songs, hymn/anthem arrangements, and contemporary music.
For more information Call 586-2417. First Assembly of God is located just west of Safeway at 630 W 5th Street. No charge for admission. Their CD recordings will be available.
Join church stitchers; help make prayer quilts
The St. Raphael Episcopal/ Lutheran Church stitchers make comfort and prayer quilts when they meet the last Monday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Benson Museum Art and Quilt Gallery - the yellow building behind the museum.
Anyone who is interested in helping with the ministry is welcome. For more information about the prayer quilts or to join, call Laddie at 586-0090.
VFW fundraising
dinner on Friday
VFW Post 6271, 233 E. 5th St., is holding its weekly Friday [March 12] fundraising dinner from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., serving beer-battered fish, french fries, coleslaw and cornbread.
For takeout or more information call 586-2197. VFW also holds Sunday bingo at 6 p.m. Kitchen opens an hour prior.
Elks serving St. Patty's pancakes March 13
Benson Elks will be serving St. Patty's pancakes Saturday, March 13 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The $5 donation includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee or tea. Proceeds benefit club charities. The lodge is located at 623 Foothill Dr., across from Benson Primary School. For club information, call 586-6162 or e-mail BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Dog license late fee to be
assessed effective April 1
City police and animal control division remind pet owners beginning April 1, a late fee will be charged for a 2010 dog license.
The state requires all dogs 3 months and older to have rabies shots. Proof of vaccination is required for purchase of the license.
A rabies clinic will be held Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m. to noon, at All Creatures Veterinarian Clinic, 955 E. 4th St. Cost for the shot is $20. City dog licenses will be available for purchase for pet owners residing within city limits.
Call the city animal shelter at 586-3600 for more information.
Critter Sitters' March classes announced
Critter Sitters is forming the following classes for March: Control unleashed on Saturday, March 20 at 8 a.m. This class is for dogs that already know their basic commands but are distracted easily, worried, or just need to learn to pay attention to the owner.
Basic Obedience starts on Saturday, March 20 at 9:30 a.m. This class is also a six-week course. Sit, down, stay, come, loose-leash walking and more will be covered.
Heel begins Saturday, March 27 at 11 a.m. and fine tunes the loose leash walk through distractions and patterns. For fee and other information, call Megan at (520) 212-2233.
Benson Park & Swap held each Saturday
The Benson Park & Swap will be held Saturday, March 13. Setup fee is $5 and two cans of food for the Food Bank.
Donate household items for re-sale to raise money for the Food Banks. To reserve a spot call Iris (520) 586-3398.
Modern western square
dancing held Tuesdays
Modern western square dancing will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Benson Senior/Community Center, 705 W. Union St. Call 720-6044 for details.
Bingo Monday
at Senior Center
Bingo games are held every Monday at the Benson Senior/Community Center, 705 W. Union St. Card sales from 12:20 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Card price of $1.50 includes 12 regular games and progressive cover-all. Must be 18 to play.
Cochise Terrace RV
hosts Thursday Bingo
Bingo Thursday night in the barn at Cochise Terrace RV Resort, 1030 S. Barrel Cactus Ridge. Food concession serving begins at 5:30 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Call 586-0600.
Benson Elks resume
their Tuesday dinners
Benson Elks will be serving dinners each Tuesday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Elks/Masonic Lodge, 623 Foothill Drive.
A professional chef will be preparing entrees to serve along with salads, rolls, coffee or tea. Your $6 donation will enable the Elks to support charities for the youth of Benson. Call 520 586-6162 for questions or e-mail to BensonElks@dishmail.net.
Willcox Cowbelles to
raffle Arzberger's saddle
The Willcox Cowbelles are raffling Marsha Arzberger's saddle as a fundraiser for the Marguerite Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund.
The prime rib dinner, dance and auction will be held Saturday, March 13 at the Willcox Elks Lodge, 2131 Stewart.
There are plenty of items that will be auctioned off and dinner
For tickets call (520) 384-3123, (520) 384-3102 or send check in appropriate amount to Willcox Cowbelles, P. O. Box 354, Willcox, AZ 85644.
March is Arts Month;
features an array of events
Teens from across the county will be participating in an art competition to be held at the City Hall Gallery in Benson. This show will be up for the entire month of March and will be open to the public when there are activities in the City Hall Chambers, and on Saturday afternoons throughout March, or by appointment (520-720-6331). The award ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 28, at 4 p.m. at City Hall Gallery.
Also during the entire month, there will be a visual art and photography show at Cochise College Benson Center for adults throughout the county. The award ceremony for this show will be on March 20, 2010 at 4 p.m., just prior to the performance of the Mariachi Aztlan de Pueblo High School Mariachi Band.
March 13 will be the opening day for events coming up at Cochise College. Programs for these events can be obtained from the Visitor Center, and various other venues about Benson and throughout the county or from the Web site sprarts.org. Most events and classes are free.
The full program can be downloaded from www.srparts.org.
Scholastic Book Fair
at Visions Unlimited
Visions Unlimited Academy will host a Scholastic Book Fair through March 12. Families, teachers, and the community are invited Thursday, March 11, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be an art show created by students from Visions Unlimited Academy, Presbyterian Preschool, and Pomerene School. Visions Unlimited Academy is at 1275 E. Barney Ln., Benson.
Knitting, 'chicken doll'
classes at quilt gallery
Classes in knitting and "chicken doll" will be held this and next month at Benson Museum's Art and Quilt Gallery, 267 E. 5th St.
Knitting, on March 27, will consist of a "cable and color" class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On Saturday, April 10 and April 17, there will be a "chicken doll" class. Stop by the gallery to see their chicken on display. Call 586-9313 for all class information.
Elks to install officers
at March 28 gathering
The Benson Elks Lodge will install officers for the year 2010-2011 on Sunday, March 28 at the Elks/Masonic Lodge on Foothill Drive in Benson at 3 p.m. The event is open to the public. A prime rib or salmon dinner will be served following the ceremony at San Pedro Golf Course Ironwood Grill on Madison Street in Benson. Cost of the dinner is $12.50 each and must be pre-paid. Reservations must be made by contacting the club secretary at (520) 586-6162.
Cochise Terrace Helping Hands Benefit Auction
The Annual Helping Hands at Cochise Terrace Benefit Auction of goods and services, their "priceless' yard sale and silent auction will be held Saturday, March 13 at Cochise Terrace Resort in Benson.
Proceeds to benefit Senior Meals Program and San Pedro Family Resource Council. Helping Hands auction has raised more than $40,000 for people in need in the San Pedro Valley.
Priceless yard sale begins at 10 a.m., with preview. Lunch and entertainment begin at 11 a.m. Main auction begins promptly at noon.
The event will be held in the barn at Cochise Terrace RV Resort of Route 90, a mile south of the I-10-SR 90 junction.
Vacation Bible School scheduled March 16-19
San Pedro Valley United Methodist Church is holding Vacation Bible School Tuesday, March 16 to Friday, March 19. Class is titled "A cosmic adventure praising God." Call 586-3611 for more information.
Head Start applications
currently being taken
Child-Parent Centers is taking applications for head start and early head start for children born between Sept. 1, 2006 and Aug. 31, 2007. There are also services for families with pregnant women and children from birth up to 4 years of age at the Head Start Center on Union Street. For information call (520) 586-7174.
SJBRA season opening rodeo scheduled March 13
The Southern Junior Bull Riders Association will hold its season opening rodeo and membership drive Saturday, March 13 at the Charlie Whitlow Rodeo Arena in Florence.
Entrants can call Dawn, (520) 705-9371; Jackie, (520) 431-0101; or Charly, (928) 300-0852. Memberships available and sign-ups held March 13, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Entrants must pay in cash or money order. Checks not accepted. Visit www.sjbra.com for information.
Baked treats available Fridays at Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity Monastery in St. David offers pecan goodies made from scratch in Benedict's Bakery every Friday, 10 a.m. to noon, through March.
Learn to trace your roots at genealogy workshop
A workshop titled "Genealogy for beginners" will be held Saturday, March 27 in the book-sale room at Benson Public Library from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
There is no charge for the basic-level class, but space is limited to 10 students. Students are asked to bring pencil, ancestor information and "curiosity."
Anita Chadwick Beno and Betsy Phillips Jones are the instructors.
To reserve a spot call Anita at 586-4722.
The workshop is result of a collaborative effort on behalf of Benson Public Library and the Cochise Stronghold Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
Interdenominational Bible study class forming
Young adult interdenominational Bible study for persons 16 to 25 years of age will begin Wednesday, April 14 at Community Bible Church in J-Six. Join in for "light supper and fellowship" at 6 p.m., the hour-long study begins at 7 p.m.
Contact Mike or Patsy Gherardini at 586-3091 for additional information.
Parkinson's disease
support group meetings
A 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.
San Pedro Resort's
craft, yard sale Saturday
The San Pedro Resort Community's craft show and yard sale will be held Saturday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost for craft tables is $10. Call 586-9546 for details.
Public invited to Friday
'tea parties on the corner'
The public is invited to tea parties on the corner each Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Prickly Pear and 4th streets. Participants are invited to wear patriotic colors or display flags.
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, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. , and at the City of Benson's Visitor's Center on 4th St., on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Marine Corps League
meeting days posted
Monthly meetings of the Cpl. George Salcido Detachment of the Marine Corps League will be held at VFW Hall, 233 E. 5th St. at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.
All retired, reserve or active duty Marines and FMF Corpsmen are invited.
Call Don Swift at 586-1561 for information.
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