The fourth annual Chowder and Soup Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the First Congregational Church in Marion’s Community Center on Front Street, next to the General Store. Hors d’oeuvres are served at 6 p.m. and the Cook Off starts at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $10. Admission is free for those who prepare their special chowder or kale soup. Prizes will be awarded for both categories, chowder and kale. Oyster crackers, wine, dessert and coffee will be provided. For tickets or to tell us you will attend or cook, call 508-748-2776 or 508-748-2428.