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All Invited to Dixon Elk’s Chili Cook Off

All chili tasters and chefs in the Sauk Valley are invited to the Dixon Elk’s Lodge’s annual Chili Cook Off, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 25, at 12 79 Franklin Grove Rd., Dixon. The event is for the whole family and proceeds will go to help children with disabilities through Lee County Dixon Elks Children’s Care Corporation.
“I think you’ll find we have some of the best chili you’ve ever tasted,” said Tina Hummel, the organizer for this year’s event. “Besides the food, we have activities for the children and a DJ.”
The rules and the entry form are available at Dixon Elks Lodge. Teams can start entering Sept. 22. Teams can also enter the day of the event. There are no late fees. Entry per team is $20.
“We also encourage local businesses and residents to donate what they can to help the children,” Hummel said. “We also appreciate company sponsored teams.
While mom and dad are sampling the chili, the children will be able to play on a bouncy house or play with a squirt ball, hula hoops and bubbles. There will also be chalk drawing on the sidewalk. Rain won’t stop the event from happening, according to Hummel, who organized the three previous cook-offs.
“We’ll just go inside in case of rain and have fun there,” Hummel said.
The DJ this year will be Rusty Loomis. There is $5 charge per person to enter. Children under five get in free.
For more information about the cook off or the Dixon Elk’s Lodge #779 call 815 288-3557.

Note to editor: The best time to contact Tina for an interview or for more information is between 4 and 7 p.m. weekdays at 815 973-6691.