The Grog's 9th Annual Charity Chili Cook-Off & Craft Beer Fest

The 9th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Craft Beer Fest features Newburyport area restaurants in the Northshore's most creative chili competition and a craft beer fest showcasing local and regional craft brewers and cideries. Co-sponsored by The Tannery Marketplace, proceeds from the event benefit three local food pantries - Our Neighbor's Table in Amesbury, The Pettengill House in Salisbury and Community Services of Newburyport.

The festival is open to all ages and includes local live entertainment. Children 10 and under are not charged admission and may enter without a ticket.

For up to the minute information on participating restaurants, brewers and featured musicians, visit www.kegandkettlefest.com