Chili Challlenge

The Chili Challenge will be held on Sunday, October 1 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm due to rain forecast for Saturday. Thank you to our Presenting sponsors Konica Minolta Windsor Federal Savings Thank you to our Entertainment sponsor: Day Hill Dental

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Thank you! Weather is not an easy thing! We want to thank all our Chili cooks, volunteers, Kiwanis and the Jaycees for participating in the Chili Challenge and for helping to make the rain date possible. A big thank you to our Chili Challenge Chair Kathy Kopaz for an incredible job putting the event together! Check out the booths below. Who will take 1st place?

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Kiwanis Club Fried Dough & Canoe Race! Support Windsor’s Food and Fuel Bank at the Windsor Kiwanis Club’s canoe race on the Windsor Town Green . A number of canoes, sponsored by local service clubs, churches and organizations are here on the town green accepting non-perishable and monetary donations for the Windsor Food & Fuel Bank. The distance the canoe travels on the green is dependent on the amount of food items/cash donated by the public to the organization sponsoring the canoe. All donations stay right here in Windsor to help those who need a helping hand! The Kiwanis Club of Windsor, CT is a service organization comprised of caring men and women from all walks of life. Their objective is to bring aid to children in need. The of their efforts benefit children in this community. A portion of the funds they raise go to help meet Kiwanis International objectives which focus on the special needs of young children from prenatal development to age five. They serve by sponsoring fund raising activities, which provide monetary support for children’ programs and through personal involvement in the giving of our time and skills. The Kiwanis Club of Windsor has been actively involved in the Town of Windsor for over 50 years giving out over $90,000 worth of scholarships to Windsor High School Students. The Club meets every Thursday evening at 6:30 PM at Jim's Pizza located at 124 Poquonock Ave in Windsor.  click here

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The Windsor Jaycees Beer Booth Enjoy a glass of beer with your Chili! The Windsor Jaycees is a local civic organization comprised of young, fun-loving but hard-working business owners, professionals, parents, & first responders, dedicated to serving their community. Jaycees primarily do this by fundraising through volunteerism so as to contribute to local scholarships, town improvements, support of various causes, and myriad other forms of community assistance. click here

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Bart's/Beanery Restaurant and Catering Bart’s has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner for 70 years.  Known for its hot dogs, hamburgers, fresh seafood, milkshakes, ice cream, and daily specials. Bart’s is  located steps away from the Windsor Center River Trail, a public boat launch, Windsor Center and the Historical Society. .  Under new owner Todd DeWald, the Beanery has made significant renovations to the interior as well as to the menu. Now offering fresh made donuts, baked goods, ice coffees, smoothies, lattes, cappuccino, coffee flavors of the day as well as the house and dark roast coffee everyone has come to know. At lunch the Beanery offers salads made to order as well as it's signature sandwiches and wraps. click here

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Carmon Funeral Homes, Inc Exceeding expectations for 70 years, Carmon Funeral Homes reflect the Carmon family values and our ongoing commitment to serve families of all faiths. Attention to detail by our knowledgeable, caring and compassionate staff promotes the many service options including cremation available to families whom we are privileged to serve. click here

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Century 21 All Points Realty CENTURY 21 AllPoints Realty, a family owned company for over 30 years with offices in Windsor, Avon, Enfield, Manchester, Southington, Branford, Wallingford and Hebron, offers unbeatable expertise for the entire Connecticut market with cutting edge marketing tools that are far beyond our competitors. Once a client steps through our doors, we consider them to be part of the AllPoints family and won’t rest until all of your wants and desires are met. click here

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Cirillo Youth Theater Cirillo Youth Theater: Cirillo Summer Theatre (CST) was founded in 1968 by the late Ernest P. Cirillo, English and drama teacher at Windsor High School and local community theatre director. The mission of the group is to educate young people in the theatre arts and to provide them with a creative outlet while entertaining the community at large. Sponsored by Windsor Jaycees click here

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First Town Downtown FTDT is holding its Second Hoe Down dance event Saturday, October 14th 2017 at Grace Episcopal Church starting at 7:30pm. The event will feature a live performance by CT-based country music band, Southern Voice. The night will also include a line dance demonstration, snacks, drinks, and silent auction. Western attire encouraged, country state of mind required. click here

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Flik Independent School Dining Flik Independent School Dining, a family-style company that strives to provide healthy, nutritious menus to school children and their communities click here

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Go Baby Go GoBabyGo was launched in 2008 through the University of Delaware to provide mobility to small children with physical problems. Through the collab­orative effort of community-based teams, off-the-shelf toy racecars are constructed and modified to provide mobility to children facing a variety of physical challenges. Windsor High School is a partner in Go Baby Go. Sponsored by Dom’s Broad Street Eatery. click here

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Hyatt House The Hyatt House is an upscale, extended stay, all-suite hotel with new design and amenities including a full service restaurant. General Manager David Mattesen and Food and Beverage Manager Jamie DeCaro, chili aficionados will be cooking their favorite chili and your soon to be favorite chilit click here

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Jim's Pizza Jim’s Pizza is a full service  Greek American restaurant with a large menu, dine-in, take out, delivery and catering options. Jim’s proudly celebrated our 50th anniversary in March and we look forward to remaining a vital part of the  Windsor community for decades to come. click here

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Konica Minolta Business Solutions Konica Minolta is committed to not only meeting their customer needs but exceeding them with printers/copiers, high quality parts and dependable service and support. click here

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Maple Craft Foods Maple-Craft Foods is a New England-based natural foods company dedicated to making it easy for families to eat all-natural whole foods, with a focus on maple products as a largely untapped, sustainable, local and healthier alternative to other sweeteners.  We are committed to supporting and promoting local farmers and farming traditions. click here

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Nat’s Barbecue The new Nat's BBQ (formerly Nat Hayden's BBQ) will open Tuesday, October 3, 2017. Our expanded menu will be announced at the Windsor Chili Challenge. Same great food, same great beer with more sandwiches, salads and appetizers. click here

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The Happy Cat Hotel The Happy Cat Hotel is the most amazing place on earth for cats. Luxury hotel resort with spa & shopping - all in the same place! Is your cat a happy cat?   click here

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Union Street Tavern The Union Street Tavern is a charming and stylish American eatery, offering signature appetizers, steak, pasta and fresh seafood dishes made with the finest ingredients. We offer indoor and outdoor dining, unique American cuisine, specialty martini drinks and a generous selection of domestic and imported beer and wine. click here

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Veterans of Foreign Wars The VFW is a Nonprofit Service Organization that assists Veterans in Need and promotes Americanism through constructive service to local communities. The Windsor VFW, Post 4740 helps support many National and State VFW Charities. Their Post also supports many local charities in the Town of Windsor and is an active member of the Community. click here

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Windsor Democratic Town Committee Windsor’s Democratic Party is an open, diverse and inclusive organization focused on the goal to inform and engage voters and elect democratic candidates. Town Committee members are your neighbors, family and friends all with a commitment to make Windsor a better place to live, work and grow our families. click here

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Windsor High School Culinary Department The culinary arts 2 class had an iron chef chili cook off in class to choose the best chili to be entered in the Windsor chili fest at the town green The culinary arts program at Windsor High School has won national and state competitions.  All culinary arts classes at the high school are accredited and students iearn credit at Manchester Community College. Sponsored by The Music School at Sound Crossing. click here

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Windsor Republican Town Committee The Windsor Republican Town Committee is dedicated to protecting the civil liberties of all residents and promoting an inclusive participatory process.  The members of the WRTC seek to encourage residents to become informed about the fiscal and social issues which are guiding our great Town into the future.  It is primarily interested in local governance and local and State issues. click here

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Habanero and Poblano Sponsors Thank you to our sponsors! Poblano Sponsors --Battiston’s --Loomis Chaffee School --Maple Craft Foods --Union Street Tavern --Maple Craft Foods Habanero Cerebration HostingCT Invisible Golf Laura Soll Public Relations P.C Development Group Wilson Paint

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