Chili Cook-Off
The Mars Area Public Library is turning up the HEAT with our chili cook-off fundraiser!
When: Saturday, November 8 at 1pm
Where: Mars Area Public Library
Not a fan of chili but want to attend the event? Never fear! Additional goodies such as drinks, baked goods, and non-chili food will be available for purchase.
For $10 get a one to two ounce sample of chili from each competitor and two voting tickets.
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Want to make your vote count?
Buy extra voting tickets to make sure your opinion is heard!
Interested in competing? Contact our library director at jcallihan@bcfls.org
Rules and Requirements
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$100 entry fee per cook/team (includes table space).
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Each competitor must prepare a minimum of 3-5 gallons of chili for sampling.
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Competitors must bring their own heating equipment (crockpot burners, extension cords, etc.)
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Judging will include both People's Choice and Judge's Choice categories.
Judging
People's choice: the winner of this category is chosen by your votes!
Judges choice: the winner of this category will be chosen from a panel of community figures.
Prizes
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Cash Prize Pot: A portion of the entry fees will go toward the winners' prize fund.
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Judges' Choice Champion: Custom trophy and a share of the prize pot.
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People's Choice Champion: Custom trophy and a share of the prize pot.
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Bragging rights as the 2025 Mars Area Public Library Chili Cook-Off Champion!
Sponsorship Opportunities
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Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact our library director at jcallihan@bcfls.org.