The Elk River Public Utilities District will host Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its office, located at 217 South Jackson St. Hot dogs, baked beans, barbecue, potato salad, drinks and cookies will be served, and guests can register to win a natural gas grill and gift baskets. Tennessee One Call will also be there with lots of extras. The event is offered free and the public is welcome.