DICKEY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The 13th annual Sweet N’ Stickey in Dickey Rib Cook-off will be held outside of the Dickey Bar on Saturday, July 9th.

All proceeds will be given to Hospice of the Red River Valley in memory of loved ones who have passed away, most of whom have received Hospice care in the community.

Starting at 6 p.m., ribs will be served to the public. Attendees are encouraged to give a free-will donation for a meal.

The band TrainWrecks will be playing from 6pm – 10pm with awards presented around 8pm.

For a $25 entry fee, interested individuals can enter their tasty recipe in the rib cook-off contest. To learn more, contact Chrissy Kartes at (701) 361-8124. Cooks must provide their own ribs, cooking devices and all other cooking needs. Registration fee includes a Sweet N’ Stickey T-shirt or tank top and serving pans to turn in your finished product to both the People’s Choice and Judge’s Choice.

• Ribs will need to be cooked, cut, and ready to present to judges at or before 5 p.m.
• Participants must provide their own ribs (two or more racks of pork ribs, any cut except baby backs).
• Entrants will need to provide their own ribs, grill/smoker, utensils and cooking items.
• Event organizers will provide electricity (if needed), judging baskets and serving trays.

About Hospice of the Red River Valley
In 1981, Hospice of the Red River Valley was founded on the fundamental belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality end-of-life care. We fulfill our nonprofit mission by providing medical, emotional, personal and spiritual care, as well as grief support to our patients, their families and caregivers during a tender time in life. Our staff helps those we serve experience more meaningful moments through exceptional hospice care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, wherever a patient calls home. Spread across more than 40,000 square miles in North Dakota and Minnesota, Hospice of the Red River Valley offers round-the-clock availability via phone, prompt response times and same-day admissions, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Contact us anytime at 800-237-4629 or hrrv.org.