Plans are in full swing for the 8th annual ‘Cue for a Cause benefitting the Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network, and the call is out for all backyard grill masters to come put their skills to the test. Food is tasted by a panel of judges, and contestants will be awarded prizes in ribs, chicken, and sauce categories. A Grand Champion will be named for the best combined score.
Bakers will also have the chance to show their skills, with the second annual pie and cookie contest.
Registration for both competitions is available on the EWAN website, elmhurstwalkin.org. The deadline to sign up to compete is Monday, Aug. 22 for barbecuers and Wednesday, Aug. 31 for bakers.
The barbecue competition provides the focal point for a fun day for the whole family. Three live bands — Simply Sound Live, Lake Effect, and Common Area Maintenance—will play throughout the day.
Adding to the traditional Barbecue Jim’s, Taco Chapultepec will be serving up tacos. And the famous root beer floats will be back as well. Kids will enjoy a magician, an inflatable slide, face painting, balloon twisting and more.
Attendees will also have the chance to win some great silent auction and raffle prizes.
The event will take place on Sunday, Sept. 4 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. Entry is free.
All proceeds from the day go to benefit EWAN, which provides financial assistance to community members facing hard times.
