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Olde Mistick Village will once again host its signature charity event, the Cabin Fever Charity Chowder Cook-Off, on Saturday, Feb. 28, from noon to 4 p.m.

Many of the area’s finest restaurants, caterers, and eateries will serve up their signature chowder from the warmth of the shops in Olde Mistick Village and a panel of judges will determine the winners in four categories: 1) Most Creative Chowder 2) Heartiest Chowder 3) Best use of regional ingredients, and 4) Tastiest Chowder. Visitors will be given ballots to vote for the  winner of the coveted “People’s Choice Award” for Best overall Chowder.

All proceeds will benefit Always Home, a non-profit agency dedicated to finding families across southeastern CT safe, secure housing with the supportive services necessary to achieve long-term housing stability. For the past 25 years, Always Home has provided case management services and emergency housing assistance to local families with minor children who are at risk of becoming homeless. Each year Always Home assists over 400 families to sustain housing.

Awards for the chowder competition will be announced at 5 p.m. in the Village’s Meeting House/Chapel and a check to Always Home will be presented at that time as well.

This four-hour event annually brings nearly10,000 patrons to Olde Mistick Village to enjoy dozens of delicious chowders while strolling through the Village’s unique shops and restaurants.

“We are excited to once again to bring this great event to our community. With the generous participation of Olde Mistick Village merchants and management, local restaurants and volunteers, as well as the continued support from our patrons and community, the Cabin Fever Charity Cook-Off will continue to assist many families and children in need. Please join us in supporting this worthy cause.”