Chili Cook-Off for
Chililabombwe Rules and Guidelines

Contest
Date, Time, and Location

The
contest will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 from 11 am to 2 pm
at the Hutto Co-Op property.  It will run in conjunction with
the Hutto Mercantile Farmer's Market.  

Entry
Form and Fees

Entry
forms are available at the City of Hutto and the Hutto Chamber of
Commerce. Additionally, you may download a form online at
www.huttozambia.com.

You
can submit your entry form via mail at P.O. Box 861, Hutto, TX 78634
or by dropping them off at the City Secretary's office.  Please
include a check for $20 made payable to "Hutto Community
Foundation" along with your completed application.  The
deadline for entry is Friday, October 31 at 5:00 pm.

The
entry fee is non-refundable.

Contest
Categories and Prizes

Each
chili entry will be placed in one of the following categories:  Red,
White, and Vegetarian.  Red chilis are traditional chilis made
from beef, pork, or a combination of meats.  White chilis are
primarily chicken based.  Vegetarian chilis have no meat or
meat-based stocks.  

Prizes
will be awarded by a panel of judges in each of category.
 Addtionally, one chili entry will be awarded the Judge's Prize,
as top tasting chili in the contest.  Finally, a prize will be
awarded to the most popular chili, as voted by the public at large.
 Each visitor will be given a token in which to place their
vote.

Set
Up Regulations

Each
contestant will have an 8' x 8' space provided for setup.  You
will be required to bring your own tables or canopies.  Please
note that canopies must be properly secured.  Electricity will
be provided, but we suggest that each contestant bring proper
extension cords and gear.  Setup will begin at 8:30 am.  All
booths are required to be ready at 10:45 am.  Please allow
enough time to setup your gear.  You may begin breaking down
your site no earlier than 2 pm.

If
a contestant is representing a business or community organization,
they are welcomed and encouraged to display any banners or brochures,
provided that these do not interfere with the contest or other
contestants.  You will not be allowed to sell any items while at
your booth.  If you would like to sell items, you may have an
additional booth governed by the rules and regulations of the Hutto
Mercantile.

We
will provide small cups for serving your chili.  We recommend a
serving size of 3 oz. and ask that contestants prepare a minimum of
30 servings (2.5 gallons).  Visitors will present you with a
ticket to redeem for a serving of chili.

We
will have a condiment bar providing cheese, onions, and crackers.  If
you require any additional condiments, please feel free to provide
them at your booth.

Contact
Information

Any
questions can be made by email to kylesears@gmail.com or contact
Hutto's Sister City Liaison, Kyle Sears at 512-586-3656.

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Welcome to Resonate Community Church in Hutto, Texas

Resonate Community Church is a new and growing church in Hutto, Texas that seeks to live by faith, to be known by love, and to be a voice of hope. Our name explains a lot about our approach to "church". We simply want to resonate community. We want to be known for our love for each other and for our neighbors and the people of Hutto. So, for the past year and a half, we have been serving our community by helping with Orange Santa and Treats on East Street, assisting local elementary schools, and hosting neighborhood events to establish new relationships. We have also been building friendships with others who connect with these values. Our friendships have grown to where we regularly share meals, have playdates, and just hang out together.

This is what Jesus meant when he said, "The world will know you are my followers when you love one another." When we grow close to God, we grow close to others. Love is the heartbeat of Christ, and as his followers, we are called to do the same.

"Church" is more than an event on Sunday. We want to engage in the the lives of those around us, to develop friendships with others where--regardless of their background or beliefs--they can feel loved and cared for. So, rather than investing our time and money into making an event happen, we've been working on sharing our lives with others around us. A meal, a conversation, a helping hand, a prayer of support. These small things are really what "church" is all about.

After spending this time investing in our community, we are ready to make another investment. Beginning the Saturday after Easter, we hope to host regular monthly worship services. We will kick things off with a preview party, where others can discover the impact that Resonate Community Church has had on the families in our community. If you are interested in learning more about our church and meeting the people who have become a family, this would be a great time for you to check us out. In April, we will host a Bible study where you can learn more about the values of our church and how we are expressing those values in a meaningful way. Maybe you think this whole church-thing isn't for you. You've had your fair share of judgment and scorn from those who claim to be righteous. We hope to become a place where you can find genuine love and care. Real friendships, where you are valued beyond your attendance record or financial offerings.