From Cody Oliveira:
My all my CASI friends
Please read the note below about what a good friend is doing for my son, Tony Oliveira. I just wanted to pass this along and to ask if you can help with a small donation it will be greatly appreciated or just offer a prayer and good thoughts are very much welcomed.. I have also attached three articles written about Tony and a dinner he put on at Restaurant Iris a week ago with the review from the restaurant critic, I think you will enjoy them and the meet the chef when he talks about cooking chili when only 12 years old and winning... Thank you all for your prayers and good thoughts.. Please pass this along to other members of your POD.. Thanks..
Meet the Chef---- http://www.gomemphis.com/news/2010/mar/18/meet-the-chef-tony-oliveira/
Dinner article -- http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/may/02/a-toast-tony-to/
Dinner review -- http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/may/02/review-even-peas-carrots-reach-new-heights-in/
Cody Oliveira
From Phil Soro
To All:
Please take a minute and read the article linked below - the young man
Featured here is a close friend of mine and Jeannie's, and has been a true Living 'life lesson' for our family. Tony was initially diagnosed with cancer at 12 when he began to struggle in Ironkids Triathlon, then as life Progressed he has found himself battling three different forms of cancer in his short 28 years of life. He is presently fighting what may be the ultimate battle against osteosarcoma, and yet this young man never complains, carrying himself with a grace and poise that I could only hope to muster under the circumstances.
Jeannie and I attended this dinner last Sunday for osteosarcoma research for St Jude, where Tony brought the house down at Restaurant Iris, in a seven course tasting that was a resounding success! This year, I have chosen to do the Memphis in May triathlon again, but will do it this time with purpose
- I am doing this race in honor of Tony Oliveira, and am hoping to raise some funds in his honor for osteosarcoma research.
I am hoping you will consider helping me in this cause. The Olympic distance race is May 23rd, and is a 1.5k (.92 mile) swim, a 40k (24.9 mi) bike, and a 10k (6.2 mi) run. Some have chosen to help with a flat contribution, others on a per mile basis (total race is 32 miles) - regardless of how you might consider supporting this, or however small the contribution, I am TREMENDOUSLY grateful for any consideration and support.
I am humbled to race on behalf of this young man - he has truly been an inspiration to me and to my family.
If you would like to help, please make a check out to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and mail to me at the address below:
Donation web site--- http://www.active.com/donate/triforTony
Phil Soro
10004 Bentwood Birch Cove
Collierville, TN 38017
or
Tony Oliveira
55 Redthorn Cove
Memphis, TN 38018
Thank you very much for your support!
Phil and Tony
http://www.active.com/donate/triforTony http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/may/02/a-toast-tony-to/
NOTE: Cody represents Bruce Foods and is the Industrial Sales Director. Bruce Foods is a sponsor of CASI!
From Ron Barnes:
Sunday After CCO
Chili (20 judged)
1. Tom Dozier – Irving
2. Darrell Baxter – Grand Prairie
3. Sam Roberts – Arlington
4. Kelly Brignon – Ennis
5. Ron Baker – Rice/Ennis
6. Morris Moss – Garland
7. Doodie Johnson – Irving
8. Sharon Neff – Irving/Terlingua
9. Shirley Sexton – Dallas (Q)
10. Ginny Williams – Irving
Show
1. Hell’s Fury – Shirley Sexton
2. Hard Hat Chili – Darrell Baxter
3. Chili Podcast.com – Steve Heaser
NOTE: Somehow I missed this second page when I posted the results of TOT on yesterday's blog.
From Kim Draper:
The No Adult Supervision cookoff for July 31 and August 1 has been cancelled.
From Ken Rodd:
Go over to http://www.ntxe-news.com/artman/publish/article_62205.shtml and read the article. It's about the first every Baghdad CASI chili cookoff held on Easter Sunday. The article is titled Kathryn’s Texas Kitchen and was written by Kathryn Williams-Guzman. I think she really wrote a terrific article for CASI.
It is Wednesday and time to identify the CCO's being held this weekend. There are many from which to choose.
May 22, 2010-001 - Corsicana, TX CASI. Dawg Daze of Summer Sooner CCO Held at Gander Mountain, 3301 Corsicana Crossings Blvd. From I-45, take exit #229 (Hwy 287) go East on 287 and take first right at Corsicana Crossings Blvd. Plenty of paved parking. Entry fee $20.00 turn- in 2 pm CHILI GRIND ONLY; Junior division, ages 8-17 entry fee $10.00 turn-in 2 pm CHILI GRIND ONLY; 50/50 Beans entry fee $10.00 turn-in Noon. Fun pet contest at 10 am. Agility and trick demonstrations during the day. Great raffle items. Benefits the Humane Society of Navarro County. For more information contact Kay Lefler 972-646-5159 or 972-872-2297 or klefler@gaf.com.
May 22, 2010-002 - Lebanon, TN CASI. Celtic Country Faire Chili Cookoff. Held at Ward Agricultural Center. Entry fee $20, turn-in 2 PM. Benefits Southern STARRS . Make checks payable to HOT POD and mail to Carol Knight, 2003 Dorchester Dr. Lebanon, TN 37090. Contact Carol Knight, 615-449- 6676. CHILI MEAT OPEN.
May 22, 2010-003 - Staples, TX CASI. 3rd Annual Community Fund Raiser CCO. Held at 1361 FM 1977 on the San Marcos River. Plenty of RV parking, no hookups. Camping & admittance to grounds Friday afternoon thru Sunday aftenoon only. Enjoy the river, weather permitting. Due to liability concerns, this is an adult only event. CASI entry fee $18. turn in 1:00 PM. Benefits Staples Fire Truck Fund. Cookoff next day, same location. Friday night cooks meal: barbeque provided, sides & desserts welcomed. Saturday night pot luck. For information contact Karen Reinke 512-357-6227.
May 22, 2010-004 - Bryan, TX CASI. Bryan Elks #859 Fifth Annual CCO. Held at 304 Mobile Ave, Bryan Tx Behind Triangle Bowling And Old College , Look for the Signs CASI Division Entry $18.00, Turn in at 2 pm, Wing Cook-off for $5.00. RV Hook-ups Limited Number Please call. Benefits Local Community Projects. For More Information Call Roger Schoppe rschoppe@athletics.tamu.edu 979- 220-5611.
May 22, 2010-005 - Sweetwater, TX CASI. Antlers Chili Cookoff. Held at Sweetwater Elks Lodge 240 I-20 Avenger Road. Benefits Elks Charities. Entry fee $18 turn-i 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. Raffles, Auction, Kareoki,Campsites with hookups available. Contact Montie Hale 325-669-1445 hale.montie@yahoo.com.
May 22, 2010-006 - Little Rock, AR CASI. Little Rock Zoo Chili Cookoff Held at Little Rock Zoo, #1 Jonesboro Dr. Little Rock, AR. Just off I-630 and Fairpark. CASI sanctioned. Turn in 1:00pm. Entry fee $20.00. Charity L.R. Zoo. Make checks payable to Little Rock Zoo. Must arrive by 9:00 am to be able to drive in to unload. All cars must be out of zoo by 9:00. We will be cooking in a cover pavillion. Any late arrivals will be shuttled in by Zoo staff. No RV hookups available. RV parking in parking lot only. No alcohol allowed in Zoo. For animal safety please do not bring in plastic straws or lids that might get into animal cages. For further info call Bruce Smith at 501-312-8715 hbchili@sbcglobal.net or call J.J. Muehlhausen at the L.R. Zoo 501-666-2406. There will be other Zoo events to go with the chili cookoff to be later announced.
May 22, 2010-007 - Hutto, TX CASI. Hutto Volunteer Fire Dept Fire Fest The Hutto Volunteer Fire Department in cooperation with the St. Patricks Knights of Columbus are hosting their first annual Hutto Volunteer Fire Department Fire Fest in Hutto, TX at Fritz Park just 7 miles east of Round Rock, on the corner of Park St and East Live Oak. Park St is off the major road through town Hwy 79. The all day event will kick off with a parade highlighting local fire departments, their fire trucks, a fire fighter competition, softball tournament, local vendors and booths the chili cookoff and end with a concert with performers to be announced later. Come and join us in beautiful Hutto, TX and support the local Volunteer Fire Department spread fire prevention and fire department awareness. Entry fee $20 turn-in 2 PM. Cotact Reuben Camacho 512-745-0267 email rcamacho@huttovfd.org.
May 22, 2010-008 - Hamilton, TX CASI. Fly in Chili Cookoff. Held rain or shine at Hamilton Fair Park & Jason Harris pavilion, an all weather site, celebrating all things Texas. RV hookups will be $15 per night, plus water fee. Entry fee $18, turn-in 2 PM. CHILI GRIND ONLY. There will be washer pitching, horseshoe tournament, kids western wear fashion show. Ice cream crank off. Lots of shade for tent camping. Contact Ted Cathey ted_cathey@yahoo.co.in , 254-386- 6236. Benefits CASA for Kids.
May 22, 2010-009 - St. Charles, IL CASI. Illinois Ladies State Open Championship Held at Zylstra Harley-Davidson, 131 S Randall Road (corner of Randall Rd and IL Rte 64), St. Charles IL. Benefits Living Well Cancer Resource Center. Entry fee $20. Turn-in 1:00 pm. Make checks payable to Chillini Pod, mail to Pam Ward, 200 Hunt Club Drive Unit 203, St. Charles IL 60174. For information call Pam Ward, 630-687-2381 Email Cheryl Pierson, chillinipod@comcast.net. Automatic Qualifier For TICC.
May 22, 2010-010 - St. Charles, IL CASI. Illinois Men's State Open Championship Held at Zylstra Harley-Davidson, 131 S Randall Road (corner of Randall Rd and IL Rte 64), St. Charles IL. Benefits Children's Club Courageous. Entry fee $20. Turn-in 12:00 pm. Make checks payable to Chillini Pod, mail to Pam Ward,200 Hunt Club Drive Unit 203, St. Charles IL 60174. For information call Pam Ward, 630-687-2381. Email Cheryl Pierson, chillinipod@comcast.net. Automatic Qualifier for TICC.
May 22, 2010-011 - Anthony, NM CASI. Tom & Michele's Backyard Cookoff Come and enjoy the "Sun & Sangria" at Tom & Michele's backyard chili cookoff. From I-10, take Hwy 404 West to Hwy 478. Turn Left and continue on Hwy 478 South to Whispering Dove. Turn right on Whispering Dove and follow paved road to cookoff. Entry fee is $20.00 payable to the New Mexico Chili Society. Turn-in is at 4:00pm. Dry camping is available both Friday and Saturday. Pot luck cooks party Saturday night following awards. Host providing meat. Contact Tom Chaney at 915- 449-4064 for more information. On advertising Probation.
May 23, 2010-001 - Staples, TX CASI. Day After 3rd Annual Staples Community Fund Raiser CCO. Held at 1361 FM 1977 on the San Marcos River. Plenty of RV parking, no hookups. Camping & admittance to grounds Friday afternoon thru Sunday aftenoon only. Enjoy the river, weather permitting. Due to liability concerns, this is an adult only event. CASI entry fee $18. turn in 1:00 PM. Benefits Volunteer Fire Department. Cookoff previous day, same location. Friday night cooks meal: barbeque provided, sides & desserts welcomed. Saturday night pot luck. For information contact Karen Reinke 512-357-6227.
May 23, 2010-002 - Bryan, TX CASI. Bryan Elks #859 5th Annual CCO. Held at 304 Mobile Ave, Bryan Tx Behind Triangle Bowling And Old College , Look for the Signs CASI Division Entry $18.00, Turn in at 1pm, 9 AM Breakfast Casserole CO $5.00. RV Hook-ups Limited Number please call. Benefits Local Community Projects For More Information Call Roger Schoppe 979-220-5611 rschoppe@athletics.tamu.edu
May 23, 2010-003 - St. Charles, IL CASI. Eighteenth Annual Chillini Pod CCO. Held at St Charles VFW Post 5036, Third & State Street. Everyone please join the members of the Chillini Pod, help us celebrate our 18th year of this Chicagoland area event. This year's cookoff will also have Salsa competition This CASI sanctioned cookoff will be held for benefit of Lazarus House, a local homeless shelter. Set-up begins at 8AM, cook's meeting at 9 AM chili turn-in at 1:00 PM. Fees are $20 for chili and $5 for salsa. Make your checks payable to Chillini Pod. For information contact John Gastaldello, 5125 Grand Ave, Downers Grove IL 60515, email j.gastaldello@comcast.net. phone: 630-963-0160.
