TUESDAY - Feb. 9, 2010

AZ Copperstate & AZ Valley of the Sun Regionals

(In Phoenix, Arizona area)

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Greetings from Ahwatukee!!!

BACK 2 BACK REGIONALS

SIX (6) ICS WORLD QUALIFIERS

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I hope everyone is doing well and in the mood to cook some chili!! We are hosting the Back to Back AZ Copperstate Regional and AZ Valley of the Sun Regional cookoffs again this year on March 13th and 14th in our lovely Ahwatukee Park. We will again have security on site Saturday night so cooks can leave their tents and belongings instead of packing it all up and setting up again. What a deal!!! Entry fees are $35 for Red, $30 for Green, and $15 for Salsa. In addition, 1 gallon of People's Choice is required, which we will be checking folks. If you need tables, chairs or canopies they are available for rent. A table plus 2 chairs is $10 and a canopy is $15 for a two-day rental.

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As far as lodging, I just spoke with a representative from Extended Stay America (1.22 miles from our location) and she gave us a great, great, deal especially during this peak season. This is a 1 bedroom queen suite with a kitchen with refrigerator for only $64.99 per night. The same suite is also available with two double beds for $74.99. This is a terrific deal. It is a nice, clean hotel and very close to our facility. To get this deal you need to book before February 19 and tell the booking agent that you are with the International Chili Society. She has blocked off 20 rooms as of today. Their address is 14245 S. 50th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 and phone number is 480-785-0464. If you have any problems with the reservation, ask to speak with Milijana. She is the one I spoke with about this group rate.

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I look forward to seeing everyone back this year!! You guys are a FUN GROUP.

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Please do not hesitate to call or email me with any questions. Please pass this information on to anyone you might think would be interested in our cookoffs.

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Have a great day!!!!

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Susan Hyden

Cookoff Chairman

shyden@ahwatukeehoa.com

480-893-1942

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BOB FUESS

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Dear Friends of Dianne and Bob

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Bob passed away this morning after several months of illness. Dianne appreciates all of you who have been praying for him.. for both of them…

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Love to all of you, Jim and Cheryl

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SILVER STATE REGIONAL CHILI COOKOFF

Lake Las Vegas NV

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Saturday, February 13 we will be having a another cookoff in beautiful Lake Las Vegas. The cooks will be cooking in the same area as last time circling the fountain with a great view of Lake Las Vegas. Once again it looks like the weatherman is going to cooperate with us. Looking for temperature to be 60 to 65f no rain in the forecast (perfect chili cooking weather). We will be cooking all three categories plus people choice. If you would like a quick trip to Europe this is the cookoff to attend and you don't even need your passport. They have been giving this cookoff lots of media play so we expect large crowds. So a quick trip to Europe may earn you a trip to the World's Championship Chili Cookoff.

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Directions to Silver State Regional

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Follow every direction once you turn onto Lake Las Vegas Pkwy:

When you get to the round-about on Lake Las Vegas Blvd go 1/2 way around so that you are still going straight ahead. At the first stop sign you will see the sign for Casino Montelago, follow the sign (turn right) and go all the way to the parking lot (on left) at the end of the road. The dirt lot behind the employee parking is reserved for cooks. Capt Jim or Dirty Ole Phil should be around to get you to your cooking spot from there. You can drive in and unload, but must take your vehicle back to the parking lot for the day.

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From North: Traveling South on I-15 turn onto Ramp (Exit 42) towards US-95/US-93/I-15/Martin L King Blvd/Reno/Phoenix/Downtown LV. Take ramp onto I-515 [US-93] towards US-95 / US-93 /I-515 / Phoenix / Downtown LV. At I-515 (Exit 61) Turn LEFT (East) onto W Lake Mead Pkwy. Keep straight on Lake Mead until you approach the Lake Las Vegas Resort Entrance (approximately 7 miles from freeway ending). Turn left (North) onto Lake Las Vegas Pkwy and follow the directions above.

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From So Cal:Traveling North on I-15, take Ramp (Right) onto SR-146 [Lake Mead Dr] towards NV-146 / Henderson / Lake Mead. Take Ramp (Right) onto I-215 towards Henderson. Freeway ends and becomes West Lake Mead Dr. [SR-146] Keep straight on Lake Mead Dr. until you approach the Lake Las Vegas Resort Entrance (approximately 7 miles from freeway ending). Turn left (North) onto Lake Las Vegas Pkwy and follow the directions above.

From McCarran Airport: Take I-215 east to Henderson from the airport. I-215 will turn into Lake Mead Drive. Keep straight on Lake Mead Dr. until you approach the Lake Las Vegas Resort Entrance (approximately 7 miles from

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Capt. Jim chiliheadjim@aol.com

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Donnie Gordon Scorekeeper

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Andrea Day ADay@mivillage.com 702-308-9996

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Morro Bay District Cook-Off

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HELP!!! HELP!!!

New district cook-off 3/13/10

Morro Bay

Community Center Parking Lot

1001 Kennedy Way

Morro Bay, Ca

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We need all the help we can get. This is a brand new cook-off with little time to promote it. Need cooks desperately and judges.

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Red Chili - $25.00 + 1 gallon

1^st place - $300

2^nd place - 100

3^rd place - $50

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Verde - $25.00

1^st place - $200

2^nd place - $100

3^rd place - $50

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Salsa - $15.00

% of entry

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Please send application via ICS website or contact Rick Carr, Chairman

805-772-4467, or Barry Steinberg 818-887-1467, ripchili@sbcglobal.net

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AVI Back 2 Back Weekend

Don't forget about the back-to-back Regionals at the Avi Casino on Easter Weekend, April 3 & April 4. As before, we will be cooking "behind the buffet" (the wind protected area), on the grass, overlooking the beautiful Colorado River! For discounted room rates, call 1-800-4AVI-2WIN and mention "CHILI 2010." We're expecting great weather, so don't miss these two great opportunities to qualify for the World Championships and enjoy the chili cook comeraderie in the process. See you there!
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Susie Baumberger
2312 W. Avenue L-1
Lancaster, CA 93536
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Cell: 661-714-6234

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FRIDAY - Feb. 5, 2010

Willma Maehl

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Willma had her surgery on Tuesday afternoon, it lasted almost 7 hours. Her doctor is very pleased with the outcome of the surgery he said everything went very well. Her recovery seems to be going very well and she has already got up and walked just a very little which is a good sign. Still in a lot of pain which is understandable for the extent of the surgery. She is in Valley Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada which seems to be a very good facility with a dedicated staff.

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Thank you all for your concern and prayers they are really appreciated. We are lucky to have so many good chili friends, you guys are the best!

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Capt. Jim

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WEDNESDAY - Feb 1, 2010

AZ Copperstate & AZ Valley of the Sun Regionals

(In Phoenix, Arizona area)

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Greetings from Ahwatukee!!!

BACK 2 BACK REGIONALS

SIX (6) ICS WORLD QUALIFIERS

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I hope everyone is doing well and in the mood to cook some chili!! We are hosting the Back to Back AZ Copperstate Regional and AZ Valley of the Sun Regional cookoffs again this year on March 13th and 14th in our lovely Ahwatukee Park. We will again have security on site Saturday night so cooks can leave their tents and belongings instead of packing it all up and setting up again. What a deal!!! Entry fees are $35 for Red, $30 for Green, and $15 for Salsa. In addition, 1 gallon of People's Choice is required, which we will be checking folks. If you need tables, chairs or canopies they are available for rent. A table plus 2 chairs is $10 and a canopy is $15 for a two-day rental.

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As far as lodging, I just spoke with a representative from Extended Stay America (1.22 miles from our location) and she gave us a great, great, deal especially during this peak season. This is a 1 bedroom queen suite with a kitchen with refrigerator for only $64.99 per night. The same suite is also available with two double beds for $74.99. This is a terrific deal. It is a nice, clean hotel and very close to our facility. To get this deal you need to book before February 19 and tell the booking agent that you are with the International Chili Society. She has blocked off 20 rooms as of today. Their address is 14245 S. 50th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 and phone number is 480-785-0464. If you have any problems with the reservation, ask to speak with Milijana. She is the one I spoke with about this group rate.

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I look forward to seeing everyone back this year!! You guys are a FUN GROUP.

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Please do not hesitate to call or email me with any questions. Please pass this information on to anyone you might think would be interested in our cookoffs.

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Have a great day!!!!

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Susan Hyden

Cookoff Chairman

shyden@ahwatukeehoa.com

480-893-1942

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Salsa contest - Silver State Regional

I just heard from Andrea Day of Lake Las Vegas. She will be adding salsa contest to the venue at Silver State Regional. Entry fee to be $15.00

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Dione

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RESCHEDULED

"The Ultimate Chili Challenge" RESCHEDULED
The "Ultimate Chili Challenge" on TLC is NOT airing this Saturday, February 6th. TLC has not given us a new airdate but as soon as we get one, we will pass this information on to you. Be sure to watch here for details!

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Vickie

International Chili Society

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AVI Back 2 Back Weekend

Don't forget about the back-to-back Regionals at the Avi Casino on Easter Weekend, April 3 & April 4. As before, we will be cooking "behind the buffet" (the wind protected area), on the grass, overlooking the beautiful Colorado River! For discounted room rates, call 1-800-4AVI-2WIN and mention "CHILI 2010." We're expecting great weather, so don't miss these two great opportunities to qualify for the World Championships and enjoy the chili cook comeraderie in the process. See you there!
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Susie Baumberger
2312 W. Avenue L-1
Lancaster, CA 93536
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Cell: 661-714-6234

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TUESDAY - Feb. 2, 2010

Joe DeFrates Memorial

Regional ICS Chili Cookoff

Sunday - Feb. 14, 2010

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It is still not too late to sign up for the Joe DeFrates Reg. to be held at the American Center at 1501 Griffiths Ave in Springfield, IL.

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$1,000 to the winner of the Red Chili competition.

We will also be doing Salsa and Verde. Each event qualifies for the 2010 ICS World's Championship.

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The event schedule and information can be found by going to;

www.chilicookoff.com

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For out of town guest, we have worked out a great chili cookoff rate at the Candlewood Suites of $69 per night. Mention, (Chili Cookoff) when making reservations.

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The Candlewood Suites has full kitchens with refrigerator, micro,

dishwasher, stove, etc.

This is a Great rate for this or any hotel in Springfield.

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Click on the link below for info and reservations.

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Candlewood Suites SPRINGFIELD Hotels SPRINGFIELD Welcome

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As a reminder we will be airing the NASCAR Daytona 500 race on two very large screen TV's.

There will be pools and drawings for prizes and cash.

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Hope to see you on Valentines day,

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Thank You, Bob Hall

Bobschili@aol.com

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RESCHEDULED

"The Ultimate Chili Challenge" RESCHEDULED
The "Ultimate Chili Challenge" on TLC is NOT airing this Saturday, February 6th. TLC has not given us a new airdate but as soon as we get one, we will pass this information on to you. Be sure to watch here for details!

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Vickie

International Chili Society

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AVI Back 2 Back Weekend

Don't forget about the back-to-back Regionals at the Avi Casino on Easter Weekend, April 3 & April 4. As before, we will be cooking "behind the buffet" (the wind protected area), on the grass, overlooking the beautiful Colorado River! For discounted room rates, call 1-800-4AVI-2WIN and mention "CHILI 2010." We're expecting great weather, so don't miss these two great opportunities to qualify for the World Championships and enjoy the chili cook comeraderie in the process. See you there!
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Susie Baumberger
2312 W. Avenue L-1
Lancaster, CA 93536
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Cell: 661-714-6234

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THURSDAY - JAN. 28, 2010

AZ Copperstate & AZ Valley of the Sun Regionals

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(In Phoenix, Arizona area)

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Greetings from Ahwatukee!!!

BACK 2 BACK REGIONALS

SIX (6) ICS WORLD QUALIFIERS

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I hope everyone is doing well and in the mood to cook some chili!! We are hosting the Back to Back AZ Copperstate Regional and AZ Valley of the Sun Regional cookoffs again this year on March 13th and 14th in our lovely Ahwatukee Park. We will again have security on site Saturday night so cooks can leave their tents and belongings instead of packing it all up and setting up again. What a deal!!! Entry fees are $35 for Red, $30 for Green, and $15 for Salsa. In addition, 1 gallon of People's Choice is required, which we will be checking folks. If you need tables, chairs or canopies they are available for rent. A table plus 2 chairs is $10 and a canopy is $15 for a two-day rental.

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As far as lodging, I just spoke with a representative from Extended Stay America (1.22 miles from our location) and she gave us a great, great, deal especially during this peak season. This is a 1 bedroom queen suite with a kitchen with refrigerator for only $64.99 per night. The same suite is also available with two double beds for $74.99. This is a terrific deal. It is a nice, clean hotel and very close to our facility. To get this deal you need to book before February 19 and tell the booking agent that you are with the International Chili Society. She has blocked off 20 rooms as of today. Their address is 14245 S. 50th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 and phone number is 480-785-0464. If you have any problems with the reservation, ask to speak with Milijana. She is the one I spoke with about this group rate.

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I look forward to seeing everyone back this year!! You guys are a FUN GROUP.

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Please do not hesitate to call or email me with any questions. Please pass this information on to anyone you might think would be interested in our cookoffs.

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Have a great day!!!!

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Susan Hyden

Cookoff Chairman

shyden@ahwatukeehoa.com

480-893-1942

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WEDNESDAY - Jan. 27, 2010

Nevada State, January 10^th

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Laughlin weather surprised many. It was beautiful and the wind blew at night… not during the cookoff. Be sure to thank Andy, Jeep and Harry M for helping us out once again. Thanks also to Patty O, Dawn & Gary, Sonny & Nita for the venue and the successful event. Everyone worked hard and it showed. Sonny Allen Chief Judged; Donnie Gordon, Leah Wieland, Louise & Bob Dinneweth, Karen Ray and Willma Maehl all scored; Phil Morosky wrangled and Fred Wieland emceed… and the winners:

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People's Choice – Susie Decker, CA

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Salsa – 16 Contestants

3^rd Place – Richard Chauvin, Ont, Canada

2^nd Place – Jodi Wiseman, NV

1^st Place – Bob Wiseman, NV

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Chili Verde – 31 Contestants

3^rd Place – Susie Decker, CA

2^nd Place – Bill Donovan, OH

1^st Place – Rick Decker, CA

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Red Chili – 57 Contestants

5^th Place (Tie not Broken) David Hipskind, CA & George Lott, CO

4^th Place – Mike Ford, CA

3^rd Place – Richard Chauvin, Ont, Canada

2^nd Place – Mike Stewart, CA (defending)

1^st Place – Irene Menchaca

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A great time was had by all. Congratulations to the winners, Thank you to all the cook and volunteers, and hope to see you all at the Silver State Regional at Lake Las Vegas on February 13^th.

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FRIDAY - Jan 22, 2010

2nd Annual Breckenridge, CO Chili Chilly District

a Great Success

By Steve Tomasek

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The 2nd Annual ICS Chili Chilly was a huge success via large crowd and a 50% increase in the number of ICS entries vs last year. This indoor event saw cooks travel from CT and UT to join over a dozen Colorado cooks to heat up the ski town for the second year. Again, the Rotary Club folks hooked up with HJ Doug Sovern and SK Donna Sovern to run a very smooth cookoff. Everything was right on time, all tables, chairs, and even table cloths were provided.

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The winners for Red & Verde received a nice cash prize, trophies, and a two night Resort Quest return stay!

All others received cash and trophies.

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Here's the results:

Red:

1st: Mick Weiss;

2nd, Erika Knutson;

3rd, Bonnie Tomasek

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Verde:

1st, and qualifying for World's, Erika Knutson;

2nd George Trujillo;

3rd, Mike Rook

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Salsa:

1st and qualifying for World's, Kathy Weiss;

2nd, Steve "Deuce" Tomasek;

3rd, first timer, Doug Swartz.

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Plans are being made for next year's cookoff!

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Florida Keys Back to Back

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The Ramada has a special going on right now at the following link.

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http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/just_for_you?acx_mid=418098:13410285284:3464674&acx_rid=1128124810

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There is a Ramada in Key Largo which is about twelve miles from the cookoff.

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When I used this to find out price it was $95 per night. AAA rate would have

been $161.

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WEDNESDAY - Jan 20, 2010

Rhode Island State Chili Cook Off

Chili Cooks,

We have negotiated an even better rate at the Sheraton Providence Airport Warwick,RI.

The new rate is $69 a night!! I was at the hotel on Tuesday and it is beautiful! Click here for more hotel info: http://www.sheratonprovidenceairport.com/ You should call 800-325-3535 and should mention the Winter Chili Festival.

We are filling up cooks spaces very rapidly. Please sing up on the ICS site to ensure you don't miss out. Lastly,this is a "Red Cup Cook Off" ,so please be prepared.

Michael Freedman

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MONDAY - Jan. 18, 2010

2010 Winterfreeze Regional Chili Cookoff
The 11th annual Winterfreeze Cookoff is now history. There were 45 coooks that competed our most successful cookoff. In the warm confines of the Knights of Columbus #364 hall an estimated 300-500 people watched the cooks, listened to the outstanding Seeing Daylight Band, and rooted for their favorite football team. $2,500 was raised for St. Judes Childrens Hospital, a record for this event. The competition was extremely tough as evidenced by the ties and one point contests. Results are as follows:

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Salsa results 14 entries

4t . Doug Hoy 7pts

4t. Julie Netser 7

3. Mark Johnson 7

2. Scott Barrett 8

!. Linda Carroll Greene, Taylorville IL 10

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Verde - 25 entries

3 ties for 5th place with 6 pts

4. Tom Calvert 7 pts

3. Chris Toney 7

2. Jim Weller 8

1. Mark Johnson ,Atlanta Iowa 8

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Red 41 entries

3. Diane Lentz 12 pts

2. Aldo Klinghammer 13

1. Jeff Netser, Seymore Ind. 14

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Special Thanks go out to Chief Judge Kenn Liss, Chief Scorekeeper Neelu Lowder, and Short order cook, Cashier, Bartender, Maintainence man, Neuhoff Media manager/sponsor, and friend Kevin O'Dea.

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Chairman, Larry Eastep

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Willma Maehl

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Once again Willma's surgery has been postponed. The new date of the surgery is February 3 Wednesday I will keep you all up to date. Again thank you for your concern and well wishes it is truly appreciated.

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Capt. Jim

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SUNDAY - Jan. 17, 2010

Great Forsyth, IL.

ICS Sanctioned Regional

1/16/10

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"Hap" Gilbert (Mayor of Forsyth) once again pulled off another very successful chili cookoff.

The cookoff was held in the rotunda area of the beautiful Hickory Point Mall in Forsyth.

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There were 51 ICS contestants and 34 Celebrity Crockpot contestants stirring their wares and handing out samples to the public for donations to the two charities of choice.

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It is to soon to tabulate, but, it is believed that we surpassed last years charity donations of more than $7,000 to the Catholic Charities and the Salvation Army.

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After the awards of the very,very happy winners, most made their way to the Homewood Suites just behind the Mall were all enjoyed a free buffet banquet of pulled pork, Buffalo wings, salads, etc. including free adult beverages as well as a lot of camaraderie and laughs.

All this provided by Ray's Chilli Products, Buffalo Wild Wings, and the Homewood Suites.

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Special thanks need to be given to "Hap", Kathy, Jay, Rex, Kassie, Doug, and Kim for all there efforts to help raise money for charity and produce one of the best cookoffs around.

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Many - Many thanks to all and especially to the cooks that support this event.

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SALSA 15 contestants (10 judges)

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4th = Tom Calvert (HM)

3rd = Tina Kruse 7 pts (Taylorville, IL.)

2nd = Chris Toney 9 pts (St. Louis, MO.)

1st = Ken Kostal 10 pts (Marblehead, OH.)

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VERDE 25 contestants (18 judges)

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4th = Tom Calvert (HM)

3rd = Candy Thomas 10 pts (Naperville, IL.)

2nd = Mark Johnson 11 pts (Atlantic, IA.)

1st = Jeff Netser 12 pts (Seymour, IN.)

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CHILI 51 contestants (30 judges)

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4th = 3 way tie HM (not broken)

Candy Thomas = Tom Calvert = Dearl Thomas

3rd = Greg Virant 7 pts (Omaha, NE.)

2nd = Linda Carroll 7 pts (Taylorville, IL. (won tie break)

1st = Georgia Weller 11 pts (Rockton, IL,)

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As you can see by the above contestants, it was very good competition.

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While Ken has taken several years off from cooking, he is roaring back.

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And, look at the Verde and Red.......2 World Champions !!

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This is Georgia's 21st year in a row to qualify for the WCCC. What an accomplishment.

Attending the cookoff were 7 World Champions including the 2009 Reigning Red Chili World Champion Maureen Barrett.

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Congratulations to all the contestants....They are all winners.

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Bob Hall

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FLORIDA KEYS BACK-TO-BACK COOKOFFS ARE ON!

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Hi Everybody,

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A quick heads-up for everyone's advance planning purposes.

In response to popular request – more like "popular clamoring" judging from the inputs in Charleston at the 2009 World – the cookoffs in the Florida Keys are back. The dates are set; ICS paperwork is in process.

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There will be two qualifiers – Florida State and Chili in the Keys Regional. The dates are March 13^th & 14^th, not sure which one on what day.

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The location is Founders' Park in the Islamorada area. That is right around Mile Marker 87, or roughly 20 miles down from the last cookoffs in the Keys at Key Largo.

If you go to http://maps.google.com and enter "Founders' Park, Islamorada Florida", it will take you to a business - Founders Park Watersports, which is in the park. However, it will also give you a very a very nice satellite view of the very beautiful park; it also shows the Overseas Highway (US-1).

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The cookoffs have returned thanks the efforts of Dennis Ward (the State Attorney for the 16^th Judicial District Florida – The Florida Keys) who has been leading the effort; added to that list is Carol Hancock, Doug Roy and many others. Already onboard as a sponsor is the Moose Lodge…and everybody there is busy scratching for additional sponsors - not an easy task these days, especially in the Keys which are among the hardest hit areas in South Florida by this economy.

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These will essentially be "first cookoffs" for this group; but I can tell you that they are hard at work, and I have no doubt they will make them a success in the tradition of previous cookoffs in the Keys. I encourage everyone who can, to please step up and come support the events.

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As a matter of fact, if you're fed up with the "global warming" the country has experienced this winter, this makes for a great opportunity to get away and thaw in the Florida sun. Plus, you can even make it an 8 day three-fer qualifiers: St George Island Cookoff up in the Florida Panhandle the Saturday before; a leisurely trip down the state with all the attractions, and wind up in the wonderful Florida Keys…with two more shots at the World.

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By the way, the Islamorada area - Tavernier down to Islamorada - is our (Marshall and my) favorite section of the Keys. Very "Keys", yet with lots of fun stuff to do.

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As soon as the cookoffs are up on the ICS website, or any new information emerges, I'll put out another posting on Dick's Chili World.

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Looking forward to seeing a whole bunch of you there,

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Sergei Kowalchik

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SATURDAY - Jan. 16, 2010

Rhode Island State

The hotel for the Rhode Island State Chili Cook Off is the Sheraton Providence Airport. http://www.sheratonprovidenceairport.com/ We have secured a discounted rate of $89 a night until 2-28. You should mention "Winter Chili Festival". If the Sheraton is not to your liking,there are many other hotels in the area for you to choose from.

We will also have a BIG cooks welcome party at the Shearaton the night before (2-26) from 7-9 p.m.

The Sheraton is kind enough to provide a shuttle to and from the cook off with groups of 10 or more. If you would rather drive yourself,the address for the Providence Convention Center is One Sabin St. Providence. I will leave directions at the front desk. Please park on the fifth floor.

Remember that we can only use one pound propane bottles. We will provide you with a table and a chair or two.

Music will be provided by a Fire Fighters band called The Heavy Rescue Band www.heavyrescueband.com

For any cooks that are flying in I will bring you a stove if you let me know that you need one.

If you need anything else,please contact me at madmike@chilict.com

Kat and I are looking forward to seeing you Feb.27,2010 in Rhode Island!

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Michael Freedman
www.chilict.com

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CALIFORNIA STATE

The LaQuinta Hotel is giving the Chili Folks a $59.00+ tax rate.

http://www.californiachilicookoff.com/

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and

http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5146106/CA/San-Bernardino/37th-Annual-California-State-Chili-Championship-amp-6th-Annual-Inland-Empire-Menudo-Championship/National-Orange-Show/

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Thanks

Mike "ughlee" Austin

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Morro Bay District Cook-Off

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HELP!!! HELP!!!

New district cook-off 3/13/10

Morro Bay

Community Center Parking Lot

1001 Kennedy Way

Morro Bay, Ca

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We need all the help we can get. This is a brand new cook-off with little time to promote it. Need cooks desperately and judges.

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Red Chili - $25.00 + 1 gallon

1^st place - $300

2^nd place - 100

3^rd place - $50

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Verde - $25.00

1^st place - $200

2^nd place - $100

3^rd place - $50

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Salsa - $15.00

% of entry

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Please send application via ICS website or contact Rick Carr, Chairman

805-772-4467, or Barry Steinberg 818-887-1467, ripchili@sbcglobal.net

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SOUTH CAROLINA STATE

We would like you list The Upstate Chili Cook Off on your Web Site.

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This is a link to our web site for more information: http://upstatechilicookoff.com/.

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Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

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Thank you'

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Jim Bright
864-338-4478 (H)
864-268-3044 (W)
864-979-2658 (C)
jebright@charter.net

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WEDNESDAY - Jan. 13, 2009

Jim Miller

I just got home and I spoke to Sandy Miller and she gave me this information

re: Jim's services.

Calling hours for Jim Miller are from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday January 14th at Wilson's Funeral home in Lake Ariel, PA. (Google for address) Sandy had requested that anyone that attends brings a Hawaiin shirt as Jimmy loved them.

A small reception will be held after viewing hours at Jim's favorite place, The Backdraft Restauant not too far away.

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Michael Freedman
http://www.chilict.com/

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New Jersey State

Hello Chiliheads!

On behalf of Downtown Toms River, we invite you to compete in the 21st Annual New Jersey State Chili & Salsa Cook-off on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 11 AM - 5 PM...rain or shine.

Please go to http://www.downtowntomsriver.com/chili/rulesapps/letter_all.pdf to view my cover letter, the application, Hold Harmless Agreement, rules, fee & prize listing, and food safety letter.

You can submit your application and payment to us online by going to our website: http://www.allenconsulting.com/application_form.php

For more Cook-off information, go to www.chili-nj.com

We look forward to having you compete again this year!

On behalf of Downtown Toms River...

Jane Gursky
Event Manager
Allen Consulting Inc.
89 Middletown Road
Holmdel, NJ 07733
732-946-2711
www.allenconsulting.com

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Willma Maehl

Willma Maehl's back surgery that was scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed to the 19th of January next Tuesday. I will keep you all posted on how she's doing next week. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

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FRIDAY - Jan. 8, 2010

JIM MILLER
By Mike Freedman
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I received a phone call today from Sandi Miller telling me that

One of our friends, Jim Miller ,Chili Cook/Organizer,

had Passed Away. Please remember him in your Prayers

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MONDAY - Jan. 4, 2010

Joe DeFrates Memorial Regional ICS Cookoff

Feb. 14, 2010

American Center

1501 Griffiths Ave.

Springfield, IL.

Daytona 500 Race

2 - 8'x6' Big Screens

Red - Verde - Salsa

$1,000 for 1st place Red

Lots of chili to sample

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ANSAR SHRINE PATROL

And

Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite

Presents

7th ANNUAL

MISTER CHILLI MAN CHILI

JOE DEFRATES MEMORIAL

REGIONAL CHILI COOKOFF

SANCTIONED BY

INTERNATIONAL CHILI SOCIETY

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February 14, 2010

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QUALIFIES FOR THE 2010 ICS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP COOKOFF

TO BE HELD AT: THE AMERICAN CENTER

1501 Griffiths Ave.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62702

ENTRY FEES: $30.00 RED CHILI $20.00 CHILI VERDE $10.00 SALSA

(ICS Membership fee = $50.00)

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PRIZES: RED CHILI 1^st $ 1,000

2^nd $300 - 3^rd $100

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CHILI VERDE 1^st $250 - 2^nd $100 – 3^rd $50

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SALSA 1^st - $100 – 2^nd - $50 3^rd - $25

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ENTRY RETURN: Bob Hall

600 Kenton Blvd.

Taylorville, IL. 62568

(217) 824 8343

Bobschili@aol.com

CHECKS MADE PAYABLE – ANSAR PATROL – CHILI COOK-OFF

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EVENT SCHEDULE

8:30 AM SET UP

10:00 AM COOK'S MEETING

10:30 AM LIGHT STOVES FOR VERDE

12:00 NOON LIGHT STOVES FOR RED CHILI

12:00 PM TURN-IN SALSA

1:30 PM TURN-IN VERDE

3:00 PM TURN-IN RED CHILI

4:30 PM (APPROX.) WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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TICKETS $ 5.00 PER PERSON INCUDES HOTDOGS, CHILLIMAN CHILI

PLUS ALL THE COMPETITION SALSA AND CHILI SAMPLES

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NET PROCEEDS Benefit:

Shriners Hospital for Children-St. Louis

32 Masonic Learning Center for Children-Springfield

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For more info go to www.chilicookoff.com