The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 9th. This outdoor event is held in partnership with the CT Blues Society. Blues bands will play throughout the day. At the same time, chili cooks, in two divisions, restaurant and firehouse division, will compete in a People s Choice competition where attendees can vote for their favorites. In addition, there are family activities, and a sampling of microbrewery beers.
People pay an admission fee to attend and are able to sample chili throughout the day.
The main campaign is held in November while a smaller group of businesses participate in the spring. To celebrate the achievements of women in sports on and off the playing field, the March of Dimes presents the WomenSports Celebration. The fourth annual Celebration in October will include a cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner and an award s presentation. Guests pay an admission fee and have the opportunity to sample the award winning specialty dishes from winning caterers and restaurants. This September event is held at the Oakdale Theater in Wallingford.