October 20, 2008 Hello BBQ Gang! Here's what's going on in the world of the Illinois BBQ Society... ~ Dr. BBQ Stopping by for a Book Signing... ~ 2009 Contests Announcement ~ Illinois Barbeque News, Updates, eNewsletter & Team Info ~ Upcoming Non-Sanctioned/Backyard Contests... ~ Upcoming KCBS Contests... ~ Free Contest Entries Available... ~ Upcoming Classes... For additional information on these stories, and more, be sure to visit the Illinois BBQ Society online at http://www.ILBBQS.com . x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x This eNewsletter brought to you by: The Backyard Barbeque Store ~ Wilmette, Illinois At The Backyard Barbecue Store, our passion is bringing you the very best in barbecue grills and accessories, gas logs and fireplace accessories, patio furniture and products for all of your entertaining needs. If you are interested in an "Outdoor Kitchen" you need look no further. We can help you find the right equipment to fit your needs and can assist you in finding a contractor to build it. We like to think that we can help you find the grill that is right for you, the furniture for you to sit on while you are grilling and even the wine to pair with your meal. And if you need some pointers on using that grill, sign up for one of our grill classes and treat yourself to a wonderful evening full of good food, wine and recipes. Online: http://www.backyardbbqstore.com x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x Dr. BBQ Stopping by for a Book Signing... ILBBQS member Dan Marguerite of The Backyard Barbecue Store, in Wilmette, Illinois, has announced that the one and only Dr. BBQ - Ray Lampe will be at the store on November 2nd for a tailgate party and book signing. Dr. BBQ will be signing copies of his new The NFL Gameday Cookbook. Good times are sure to be had by all who attends, so mark your calendars to attend this event! For additional information, visit the Illinois BBQ Society online at http://www.ILBBQS.com . *************************************** 2009 Contests Announcement With the 2008 season officially behind us, some teams and many organizers are already plotting their course for 2009. The 'Contests/Events' page of the ILBBQS website is starting with virtually a clean slate for 2009. When checking it out, note that the 2008 schedule has been duplicated for next year, but all contests that have yet to be confirmed by the contest organizer has been grayed out. Contests that are listed in color are confirmed and scheduled. If you are a contest organizer (KCBS, MBN, or otherwise) and would like to have your contest and/or event listed for free, LET US KNOW! Keeping with tradition, we will list every barbeque related contest, festival, event that we know about in the state for free. Upgraded listings are available as well...contact us for details and additional information. For additional information, visit the Illinois BBQ Society online at http://www.ILBBQS.com . *************************************** Illinois Barbeque News, Updates, eNewsletter & Team Info Membership in the Illinois BBQ Society is at an all time high...that's the good news. The OTHER news (we don't like the words 'bad news') is that with barbeque interest on the rise, it has been very difficult for just one person to stay on top of everything going on in the 'que world. WE NEED YOUR HELP! If you know of anything barbeque related going on in the state, know of anything newsworthy regarding any of our members, or have a little story, recipe, or idea you would like to share with your fellow cooks, judges, and enthusiasts, please email them to us. We are starved for info to place on this page and in our eNewsletter. Thanks for your continued help in pushing the barbeque movement forward! Onward & Upward! For additional information, visit the Illinois BBQ Society online at http://www.ILBBQS.com . *************************************** Upcoming 2008 Non-Sanctioned/Backyard Contests... (All info & web addresses are posted on http://www.ILBBQS.com -> Contests/Events) ~ None Scheduled (That we know of...if you know of an upcoming class, let us know!) *************************************** Upcoming 2008 KCBS Contests... (All info & web addresses are posted on http://www.ILBBQS.com -> Contests/Events) ~ None Scheduled (That we know of...if you know of an upcoming class, let us know!) *************************************** 2008 Free Pass Contest Entries (See http://www.ILBBQS.com/freepass for additional information.) Elk Grove Pass Given at Des Plaines, Illinois Elk Grove Pass Given at Westmont, Illinois Salem Pass Given at Mt. Vernon, Illinois Salem Pass Given at Alma, Illinois Carbondale Pass Given at Salem, Illinois *************************************** 2009 Free Pass Contest Entries (See http://www.ILBBQS.com/freepass for additional information.) Westmont Pass Given at Salem, Illinois Elk Grove Pass Given at Taylorville, Illinois 2008 Elk Grove Pass Given at Mt. Vernon, Illinois 2008 Elk Grove Pass Given at Carbondale, Illinois 2008 Mt. Vernon Pass Given at Salem, Illinois 2008 Salem Pass Given at Elk Grove, Illinois 2009 *************************************** Upcoming Certified BBQ Judge's and Certified Table Captain's Classes... (All info posted on http://www.ILBBQS.com -> BBQ Classes) ~ None Scheduled (That we know of...if you know of an upcoming class, let us know!) *************************************** Upcoming BBQ Cooking Classes... (All info posted on http://www.ILBBQS.com -> BBQ Classes) ~ None Scheduled (That we know of...if you know of an upcoming class, let us know!) *************************************** These stories, and more, can be found online at http://www.ILBBQS.com . Most of the stories online have active links for ease of finding more information...be sure to visit the website for your full ILBBQS experience! If you have a BBQ related news item you would like to share with the group, be sure to send it in! There is an easy-to-use 'Submit News' button on our website at http://www.ILBBQS.com ...use it often! As always, if you have any pictures, stories, news items, comments, suggestions, questions, or ideas, let me know! Carpe 'Que, Jim Rhino