Ann Arbor Civic Theatre announces its second-ever chili cook-off/beer tasting/silent auction fundraising event on Sunday, Feb. 13, from noon-3 p.m. at The Corner Brewery, 720 Norris in Ypsilanti.

Tickets are $20 and include 10 chili tastings, five beer samples, a silent auction, and a keepsake tasting glass. (Chili-only tickets are $10, with $5 tickets for children ages 5-10. Kids under 5 attend free of charge.) Tickets are available by phone at 734-971-2228, or at the door of The Corner Brewery. Additional information available at www.a2ct.org.

“We had a great time and learned a lot last year,” says Civic fundraising chair Joyce Casale in a press release. “We had no idea how popular the event would be. This year, we’re doubling the number of contestants and asking them to make more of the chili they provide. We also get the full-run of The Corner Brewery, so attendees have lots of room to eat, drink, and be merry.”

The contest will be judged by local celebrity judges John Fischer from Gratzi, autBar co-owner and chef Martin Contreras, and local restaurant critic for AnnArbor.com Julie Halpert, with the winner crowned the Civic Supreme Chili Master.

Because the Chili Cook-off happens the day before Valentine’s Day, there will be special treats available for sweethearts and Valentine’s Day-themed auction items.