Seventh annual Depot Town Chili Challenge to benefit SOS Community Services

Arlo Anderson, of Ypsilanti, sampling a spoonful of chili at Cafe Ollie during the 2012 Depot Town Chili Challenge to benefit SOS Community Services.
Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com file photo
As its website says: "SOS Community Services is... dedicated to preventing and ending family homelessness in Washtenaw County through partnerships with caring individuals, local businesses and organizations, social service agencies and professionals." It "provides integrated services to homeless families, children and youth" and helps 4,700 people each year by offering "comprehensive services that move them from homelessness to self-sufficiency and permanent, stable housing."

A cup of chili being poured at Harvest Kitchen during the 2012 Depot Town Chili Challenge
Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com file photo
For the fourth year, the Chili Challenge has partnered with the “Another Chili Ride in Ypsi” event. This is a free event for local cyclists who can choose one of three bike routes, starting at 1:30 p.m. The different bike routes will give riders enough time to return to Depot Town for the chili tasting. For more information about “Another Chili Ride in Ypsi” visit wheelsinmotion.us.
I went to the Chili Challenge last year, and it was a great time. Fabulous food, generous servings, wonderful people... and it can all be yours for only $5. It could be a Frugal Floozie Friday deal!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and support a good cause while enjoying hot chili on a cold afternoon.
Seventh annual Depot Town Chili Challenge
Sunday, Feb. 17 from 3-5:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the "Chili Tent" at E. Cross and River, or at the Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti, 734-480-2739

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