RESULTS and UPCOMINGS

“Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Public Dance at the Chillee Chilii cookoff this weekend at the Tomball VFW will be canceled. However, the Craft Show, Bake Sale and Silent Auction are still planned in full. We had also requested that cooks bring extra chili for public sale and bbq teams provide a cooked brisket, that will no longer be necessary, however, for those who want to give chili to the public, we will provide them with bowls and spoons. We are looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend.” (Bob Horan)

“This year’s Chilly Willie cookoff held in Orland Park hosted 32 CASI cooks. In addition to appearances from most of the Chillini Pod’s regulars, this popular event drew cooks from Indiana, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas. Congratulations to Cowboy Bill Pierson for his first place show finish. Top honors for chili went to Wes Carlson (3rd), Jim Weller (2nd), and yours truly.

Next up on Saturday January 24th is the Chill Out Chili Cookoff in Dubuque, IA. This first time event will be held in conjunction with the IceFest at the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, 350 East 3rd Street, Dubuque, IA 52001, for the benefit of the Dubuque County Historical Society. Turn in time is 4:00 PM. This cookoff is held outdoors inside a heated tent, so dress appropriately. Entry fee: $18 CASI, $25 for CASI and Open chili. Checks Payable to: Dubuque County Historical Society. For information contact: Jan Feltes 8th & Central Dubuque, IA 52001, 563-543-2678

See the attached flyer for information about the local health department’s requirements and more.

If you need hotel accommodations –

Grand harbor Resort & Water Park- is 3 buildings away in the Port- 350 Bell Street 563-690-4000, price at $119.00 plus tax. Ask for the Ice Fest rate.

Fairfield Inn on Highway 20, 3400 Dodge Street, 563-588-2349. Let them know you are there for the Ice Fest they may have a special rate.” (Bill Thomas)

POTPOURRI

Happy Birthday to Lorinda Crawford and Robbie Swart. Happy Anniversary to Diana and David Baker.

"I was so drunk last night, I fell down and missed the floor." - Dean Martin

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