Chili Cook-off - East Ridge Council Monthly Meeting - November 2026

Looking to grow your network, gain valuable business insights, and enjoy a fun, interactive lunch?

Join us this month for the East Ridge Council November Luncheon & Annual Chili Cook-Off at the East Ridge Community Center!

🕦 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Open Networking
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Chili Cook-Off & Program

Each November, we mix things up with our Annual Chili Cook-Off, bringing together East Ridge business leaders and community members for friendly competition, great food, and meaningful connections.

🎉 November Program:
There will be no featured speaker this month as we focus on our Chili Cook-Off festivities. Attendees are encouraged to bring their best chili to share and compete for bragging rights!

🍲 Chili Cook-Off Details:
Please pay the $50 entry fee below and bring a pot of chili to enter. The entry fee includes your chili entry cost, two tickets to the Chili Cook-Off, a $20 donation to the annual East Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner, and the opportunity to speak for 2 minutes about your business or organization! 

Tasting, voting, and prizes will take place during the program. Even if you’re not competing, come hungry and enjoy the fun!

💙 Giving Back: A portion of the proceeds from our Annual Chili Cook-Off will be donated to the annual East Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner.

👉 Your $15 fee covers networking and chili tasting. Bring a colleague and join us for one of the most popular luncheons of the year!

✨ Want the spotlight? Become a Chili Cook-Off Sponsor!
For just $100, you’ll receive:
✔️ Lunch for you and a guest
✔️ A 10-minute opportunity to spotlight your business
✔️ The ability to share marketing materials
✔️ Recognition in event promotions, including paid social media ads

📩 To sponsor, select the sponsorship ticket option and email Deborah at aplanforgrowth@gmail.com or Julie at marketing@lumberjackstn.com to confirm.

📍 Location: East Ridge Community Center, Randy Carpenter Room
1515 Tombras Avenue, East Ridge, TN 37412
(Use the middle entrance and head straight to the dining room.)

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or community member, this November Chili Cook-Off Luncheon is the perfect way to connect, have fun, and celebrate the season together. Reserve your tickets early and don’t forget your chili!