The second annual Chowder and Soup Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, March 31 at 6:30 pm at the First Congregational Church of Marion’s Community Center on Front Street, next to the General Store. Tickets are $12.50 for attendees. Free for those who prepare their special chowder or kale soup. Prizes will be awarded for both categories, chowder and kale. Hors d’oeuvres, oyster crackers, wine, dessert and coffee provided. For tickets or to inform us whether you will attend or cook, contact Sally Sleeper Cottrill at 508-748-2428.