It’s almost time for another Foodie Throwdown — and a special anniversary.

The Hormel Historic Home will be the site for the sixth annual edition of the event on Saturday, with lots of good food, music and auctions.

This year will have a special flair, since it will also honor the 125th wedding anniversary of George and Lillian Hormel. “Anniversary Party,” therefore, is the theme for this year’s throwdown — and George and Lillian will be there to greet you at the door, according to organizers.

The fun begins at 5:30 p.m. and runs through 8:30 p.m.

Six teams will compete by preparing their best dishes, which will be voted upon by those attending.

Teams will be led by the following chefs: Kristine Wolner, Wade Kolander, Leah Erickson, Terri Bergstrom and Darin Grimm, the Austin Country Club and Amy Riley.

After diners have sampled the main dish and dessert selections, attendees can choose their favorite in each category.

Silent and live auctions will benefit the preservation and mission of the Hormel Historic Home.

Tickets are $35 and are limited. For information, call 507-433-4243.

Thursday

•Lego Club, 6 p.m. at the Austin Public Library. Create a Lego masterpiece and have it displayed in the library. For more information, call 507-433-2391.

•Community Noon Lunch, noon at Brownsdale United Methodist Church at 104 Pleasant St. E in Brownsdale. Meal will include hot dishes, salads, bun, pie or desert and a beverage. Cost is free or for a freewill offering.

Friday

•The Bridge’s Annual Chili Feed Fundraiser, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Bridge, 108 E Oakland Ave. Annual fundraiser featuring delicious chili and cornbread for suggested donation of $6. All proceeds benefit activities at The Bridge, which provides recreational opportunities and social support to individuals over 18 who deal with mental health issues. For more information, call 507-433-9334.

•Valentine’s Meal, noon at the Mower County Senior Center. Bring your sweetheart or friends to this fun Valentine’s Day party, featuring piano background music, a backdrop portrait photo opportunity, and a delicious meal of lasagne or beef pot roast for only $9.50. For reservations, call 507-433-2370 or stop by the Senior Center front desk.

•Austin Bruins vs Brookings Blizzard, 7:05 p.m. at Riverside Arena. For more information, call 507-434-4978.

•Austin ArtRocks Open Jam Session, 7 p.m. at the Austin ArtWorks Center. Meet and play with other musicians from around the area. A house band will set up and host the event. Open to the public. Free admission, but donations welcome. For more information, call 507-434-0934.

Saturday

•Sixth Annual Foodie Throwdown, 5:30 p.m. at the Hormel Historic Home. (see above)

•Kids’ Studio – Line Paper Art, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Austin ArtWorks Center. With Mackenzie Bentzin. Cost: $5 per child, ages 4 to 14. For more information, call 507-434-0934.

•The Bridge’s Annual Chili Feed Fundraiser, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Bridge, 108 E Oakland Ave. Annual fundraiser featuring delicious chili and cornbread for suggested donation of $6.

•Austin Bruins vs Brooking Blizzard, 7:05 p.m. at Riverside Arena. For more information, call 5070-434-4978.

Sunday

•Gourmet Pancake Breakfast, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Cunningham Hall, Queen of Angel’s Catholic Church. Come find out what makes our pancakes special! Enjoy gourmet pancakes with sausage, scrambled eggs, juice, coffee and milk for a free will donation; proceeds will benefit Pacelli Catholic Schools. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and Pacelli Catholic Schools. For more information, call 507-440-4343.