Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
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Who is Eligible to Apply?
- Students in grades 9-12 by the March 31 deadline who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions; or dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools.
- Student must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
- Foreign exchange students, students age 20 or older, GED and adult education students, or national winners of previous Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contests are ineligible.
What is the Scholarship Amount?
- The first-place winner from each state competes for national awards totaling $33,000.
What are the Scholarship Submission Requirements?
- Two-dimensional art must be on canvas or paper. Watercolor, pencil, pastel, charcoal, tempera, crayon, acrylic, pen, ink, oil, marker or other media taught may be used.
- Do not frame two-dimensional pieces.
- Submit canvas entries on a stretcher frame or canvas board. Other entries must be
matted in white. Do not use color mats. Reinforce the back with heavy paper. Mounted and floating mats may also be used.
- The art should be no smaller than 8” x 10” but no larger than 18” x 24”, not including mat.
- Three dimensional art can be paper, papier-mâché, pottery, clay, metal work, fabric, etc.
- Pieces should be no larger than 18” in any direction.
- Art cannot be more than 5 lbs. in weight.
- Digital art, photography and jewelry are NOT ACCEPTED.
- Complete entry form and attach to back of entry.
- Submit a typed explanation of patriotism expressed in art (250 words or less).
What are the Scholarship Contest Deadlines?
- March 31: Student Entry Deadline to Local VFW Auxiliary.*
- April 10: Local VFW Auxiliary and District Judging Complete.
- April 15: Local VFW Auxiliary and District Winners to Department (state) for Judging.*
- May 5: VFW Auxiliary Department (state) Winners to VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters.*
* required deadlines
Can also pick up an application at our local VFW post 233 E. 5th Street Benson, AZ 85602
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State of American Business
State of American Business: Competition for the Future
01/11/2022
From the U.S. Chamber-
In January 2021, we warned that the labor shortage crisis and potential supply chain issues would challenge the business community in unprecedented ways, and we rallied around these issues to support widespread recovery and deliver relief to communities and economies around the globe.
As we head into a new year, it is a critical moment to celebrate how American businesses are propelling our country forward — and how the U.S. Chamber will be fighting and taking on the economic, policy, and political realities in 2022.
The program includes keynote remarks from U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark followed by panels featuring leading CEOs, policy experts, and other insightful speakers as they explore the theme Competition for the Future.
We will share more details on the speakers and agenda in the coming weeks and look forward to connecting with you virtually on January 11.
Pantry Cooking 3-Part Canning Series (Part 2)
Join the Community Pantry's Cooking Class presenting a Master Canner who will share food safety tips and several canning methods. Just by attending you may win a $50 Safeway Gift Card, courtesy of Benson Hospital.
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Celebrate Christmas at the Mescal Movie Set
Celebrate Christmas at the Mescal Movie Set!
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Grab the family, pack the car, and head on down to the Mescal Movie Set for a Western Family Christmas! Hayrides, caroling, vendors and fun for all! And a special appearance by Santa Claus for the kids (and adults that still have some kid left in them!). This is a fundraising event to help rebuild the set, and a $10 donation per vehicle is requested. Reservations are not required!
Time: 2:00 to 6:00
Address: 1538 N Mescal Rd, Benson, AZ 85602
Phone: 520-255-6662
Fee: A $10 donation per vehicle. Help us renovate the set!
Ring in the New Year at the Arena Bar
Chamber Strategic Planning with Scott Koenig
Chamber Strategic Planning for the New Year with Scott Koenig
01/11/2022
Let's plan out what the next years will have in store for the Chamber! This is a 2-hr strategy planning event that we need everyone's help on. Scott Koenig, Executive Director for Arizona Center for Rural Leadership, will facilitate us through the planning of 2022 and beyond. The Chamber will be sending out a member survey prior to the meeting for your ideas and guidance on what the chamber schedule should look like moving forward, ie: events, meetings, etc. Help us help you!
Dinner will be prepared by Junction Express so please register ahead of time so we know how many we need. The cost will be $10
Can't wait to see what's in store for the New Year!
 Scott Koenig
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