United Way, City of Mentor Host Snowy Golf Tournament

Golfers will have the rare opportunity to tee off in the snow during the seventh annual Jan. 21 at Black Brook Golf Course.

Those who want to play should register soon because the Chili Open is one of those rare activities where snow attracts -- instead of deters -- participants.

Last year, on Mentor's winter wonder-course and a warm bowl of chili afterward.

Black Brook clears tee areas and greens, but golfers will have to hack through the snow anywhere else on the course.

Money from the event goes to the . In its seven-year history, the Chili Open has made more than $10,000 for the local chapter of the United Way.

It costs $18 to play and that coves the price of the food, as well.

The event is co-hosted by Mentor Parks & Recreation and the United Way of Lake County. To play in the Chili Open, call 440-974-5720 or register online at www.cityofmentor.com/play.