Beach Haven’s biggest celebration of the season drew thousands of people to the Taylor Avenue ball field Oct. 4 and 5 for a weekend filled with shopping, live music, camaraderie and friendly competition as part of the annual Chowder Cook-Off.

According to organizers, this year’s festival felt as if the beloved community event was finally back to its pre-pandemic greatness, as attendees of all ages came together to celebrate the Island’s unique culinary traditions and the local restaurants that…