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Friday, December 15, 2023 Volume 19 • Issue No. 50
Charlene Taubert Competes in National Baking Contest OGUNQUIT Charlene M. Taubert, a seasoned baker with an impressive repertoire of delectable creations, was recently selected to compete in the renowned “Greatest Baker” contest. The opportunity positions Taubert to be featured in “Bake from Scratch” magazine, and gives her the chance to win a $10,000 cash prize and the opportunity to meet legendary “Cake Boss,” Buddy Valastro. Taubert’s creations have already earned her a spot as a contender in the top tier of her group in the competition, holding steady in second place and making it to round two on Thursday, December 7. Taub e r t ’s pa ssion for baking has been cultivated over 15 years, starting with home-
made Swedish bread and evolving into a remarkable baking skill set. Formerly a full-time innkeeper in Ogunquit, her
desserts and treats received overwhelming praise during her ten-year tenure there, boosting her confidence and expertise as a baker. When asked about her favorite creation, Charlene shared, “My favorite thing to bake is coconut pound cake in a well-seasoned cast-iron bundt pan. It’s versatile; I serve it as a summer dessert or, for a festive touch, sprinkle it with fresh coconut ‘snow,’ add a few cranberries, and garnish with a sprig of mint for a fabulous holiday treat!” “Greatest Baker” is a premier online baking competition that brings together talented bakers from around the world. The competition provides a platform for bakers to show-
case their skills, gain exposure, and compete for exciting prizes. “Bake from Scratch” is a leading baking magazine that empowers home bakers to create artisan breads, cakes, pastries, and more. Each issue provides inspiration and education to cultivate baking skills. Competitors in the contest not only compete to be featured in the magazine, but also gain exclusive access to workshops and a Q&A session with Valastro himself. The “Cake Boss” will share insider tips and tricks with contestants, adding to the overall experience of the competition. In addition to the thrill of the competition, Taubert is proud to support the Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foun-
dation through the contest. The foundation, known for its impactful efforts, provides assistance to over 1,200 families dealing with childhood cancer across the country. Together with Charlene, supporters can contribute to creating a future where no family has to face childhood cancer alone. For more i n for mat ion about Taubert, visit her LinkedIn page at www.linkedin.com/ in/charlene-m-taubert. To cast a vote for Charlene, visit www. greatestbaker.com/2023/charlene-m-taubert. For more information on the “Greatest Baker”, “Bake from Scratch”, and Be Positive, visit www.greatestbaker.com, w w w.bakefromscratch.com, and www.bepositive.org.
High School Singers Join PSO for Holiday Concerts YORK The York High School (YHS) Chamber Singers and Treble Choir will be joining the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra (PSO) and the Portsmouth High School (PHS) Chorus in a Family Holiday Pops concert. The concert is scheduled for Sunday, December 17 at 3 p.m., at the York Community Auditorium. That night, the singers will also be joined by the PHS choir. Tickets are $35 general admission, $30 for seniors and $15 for students. For more informa-
tion and tickets, visit www.portsmouthsymphony.org. T he fol low i n g n ig ht , Monday, December 18, the YHS choral program will be presenting its annual Choral Holiday concert. The Monday night concert will also be held at the York Community Auditorium, at 7:30 p.m. The concert, under the direction of Rob Westerberg with accompanist Deborah Clough, will include performances by the YHS Honors Treble Choir, Chorus and Chamber Singers. The combined choirs will perform a varied set of
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KENNEBUNKPORT On November 21, 98-year-old Lillian Barlett of Kennebunkport received the Boston Post Cane, an honor bestowed upon the oldest resident in select town across New England. Kennebunkport town officials came to Lillian’s home to present the cane. Barlett also received a crown and flowers from the Church on the Cape Knitters, a group with whom she has spent many years crafting and chatting. Lillian and her late husband, Carl, raised five children. All five of them, along with a grandson and sons-in-law, were on hand for the celebration and presentation of the cane. Reverend Sammie Maxwell of Church
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on the Cape in Cape Porpoise, where Barlett has been a member for several decades, mentioned that she was also honored at the church’s Thanksgiving Sunday morning service. The Boston Post Cane dates back to 1909, when Edwin Grozier, publisher of the Boston Post, envisioned honoring 700 of the “oldest residents” in towns across Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Grozier paid to have 700 ebony canes with 14-karat gold tops created. Originally given only to men, it was not until 1930 that women began to be honored. Kennebunkport’s cane is officially town property, and is returned when the honoree passes. For more information, visit www.bostonpostcane.org/the-canes/maine.
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