We arrived in Lodi late yesterday afternoon. We’re at a great RV park that has a 3-acre dog run area. Molly just loves it.

We had a busy first day, today, that started by taking the motorhome in for service because the engine was running very rough. The rest of the day was spent at the Woodbridge Winery, visiting and doing cookoff preparations, and shopping for cookoff supplies. Oh yes, we did find time to do some wine tasting. People in this area are very friendly.

We’ll be moving to the Woodbridge Winery tomorrow so internet service might be spotty until Monday. We’ll publish as we can.

NEWS

Bob Griffin is looking for your help. Bob, a misplaced Texas, and two New Yorkers will be coming to TICC in a rental motorhome. Since they are flying to Texas, they need cover for cooking on Saturday. They are hoping some will have an extra EZ Up or space they’re willing to share. If you can help, please contact Bob at rgriffin@stny.rr.com .

RESULTS and UPCOMINGS

“ST. CHARLES IL—The Chillini Pod Great Peppers CCO last Saturday, Oct 9, was the season's second event. It is held during the city's annual Scarcrow Festival, which draws huge crowds. Throw in a cloudless sky, record 88° heat, the beginning of fall colors and the crowd was overwhelming. With the various activities all around us, it was a sight to behold. It will soon be winter here, so days like last Saturday are tyo be treasured. The winners:

CHILI

1. Bill Pierson, Batavia IL

2. Jennifer Pierson Shepherd, Yorkville IL

3. Gloria Molitor, St. Charles IL

4. Brian Spencer, Champaign IL

5. Lyle Cunningham, Metamora IL

6. Kathy Martin, Huntley IL

7. Virgil Johnson, Ottumwa IA

8. Roylene Johnson, Ottumwa IA

9. John Gastaldello, Downers Grove IL

10. Cheryl Pierson, Batavia IL

SHOW

1. Cheryl Pierson, Batavia IL

2. Pat Gustafson, Chicago IL

3. John Gastaldello, Downers Grove IL

(Bill Pierson)

Note: That makes Bill Pierson undefeated this (chili) year; two cookoffs, two first places.

Rocktoberfest CASI CCO Oct. 16^th, 6PM turn-in, $15 entry fee. 404 Atlanta, Austin TX (Mopac & Lake Austin Blvd) Live Music/Silent Auction/Craft Fair.

Visit www.austinrocktoberfest.com for more info.

“Just a quick note to let you know that the Fraternal Order of Canyon Men Cook-off this weekend has a new location. The Trails is correct. But, I assumed it was at the same place that it's always been so that's what I've been telling everyone. The correct location is Riverside Resort at 13190 FM 306. I just wanted to clear up any misunderstandings.

Please pass this information on to anyone planning to attend that I don't have an email address for.

Hope to see you all there this weekend. If you have any questions please feel free to call or email.” Kim Hiley