Chili Cook-off contest canceled, chili still sold at area restaurants; proceeds fund Glen Lake School scholarships
Photo by Raquel Jackson / Glen Lake Chamber
From staff reports
The Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce reports that this year’s Glen Lake Winter Fest has been revamped in light of COVID-19 social distancing precautions. The popular chili cook-off fundraiser will take place at locations in both Glen Arbor and Empire during President’s Day and Valentine’s Day weekend, February 13-14.
There will be no “contest” this year, but you can still enjoy chili for sale at the following locations. Order by the bowl or order a quart to-go.
- Boonedocks, Glen Arbor
- Art’s Tavern, Glen Arbor
- Glen Arbor Wines, Glen Arbor
- Market 22, Maple City
- Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor
- Anderson’s Market, Glen Arbor
- Shipwreck Cafe, Empire
- Joe’s Friendly Tavern, Empire
Each participating restaurant will have chili for sale during their own business hours. All proceeds and donations made from WinterFest are given to the Glen Lake School Scholarship fund. A donation box may be available at each restaurant to accept cash or a check. Or click here to make a contribution to the Scholarship fund.
Perch Fishing Contest
This year’s Perch Fishing Contest will take place on Saturday, Feb 20, from from 7 am-1 pm. Sign up will take place at the Sportsman Shop in Glen Arbor from 6-7:30 am. Ice fishing takes place on the Glen Lakes. Bring your catches back to weigh in, at the Sportsman Shop at 1 pm. $10 entry fee – 100% payout. Call Bob at 231-883-5638 for more information.
Elsewhere in Leelanau County, the Suttons Bay Chamber’s chili cook-off planned for this weekend has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Suttons Bay YetiFest activities in January were also canceled.
