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Friday, March 29, 2024 Volume 20 • Issue No. 13
“Tiny Steps” Fundraiser Helps Homeless Women Veterans WELLS The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans predicts that homelessness among women veterans is expected to rise as increasing numbers of women in the military reintegrate back into their communities. Nationally, women make up 51% of the nation’s total population, and currently represent 14.6% of the United States’ active military personnel. Young Maine Women of Ser vice Ambassador Kasey
Jordan began tack ling this problem six years ago, when she spearheaded a Girl Scout Gold Award project in her freshman year of high school. Her project, “Tiny Steps: Building New Lives,” is a transitional housing initiative that supports homeless women veterans as they rebuild their lives after their military service. Kasey’s passion for supporting veterans inspired her Gold Award project, which was aimed at addressing homeless-
ness among female veterans. Through her research, Kasey discovered that between 2016 and 2017, the number of homeless female veterans increased by 7%, compared to 1% of their male counterparts. This shocking statistic inspired Kasey to take action to do whatever she could to make a difference. Her project centered around building small homes to serve as temporary housing so female vetSee TINY on page 6 . . .
Annual Bark Bash Benefits Friends of York Dog Park YORK On Saturday, April 6, the Friends of York Dog Park will be hosting their second annual Bark Bash 2024, to be held once again at Foster’s Clambakes & Catering in York. Last year’s event drew approximately 140 attendees, and is on track to exceed that number this year. This ultimate doggy extravaganza is a must-attend for all dog lovers. Organizers are encouraging attendees to bring their furry friends along for a fantastic night featuring local favorite, Johnny Wad and the Cash. Last year’s event was a huge fundraising success and a whole lot of fun for all who attended. Additionally, the Friends are celebrating the opening of the York Dog Park, and this year’s Bark Bash continues to raise funds for the new park.
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Bakers Invited to Great Ogunquit Pie Bake-Off OGUNQUIT The Great Ogunquit Pie Bake Off celebrates Ogunquit Playhouse’s upcoming production of the hit Broadway musical, “Waitress.” It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for area bakers to prove they are the “Best Pie Baker.” Much like the show’s main character, Jenna, who has what it takes to win the Bake Off? The contest takes place Saturday, May 4 from 3-5 p.m. at the Ogunquit Playhouse. The Bake Off will gives local amateur bakers the opportunity to showcase their talents and win great prizes. The winners will be chosen by both the public and a panel of judges based on taste, presentation, and creativity.
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Clambakes and Catering is located at 5 Axholme Road in York. For more information, visit www.fostersclambake.com. The Friends of York Dog Park is a 501(c )3 nonprofit organization, a small group of individuals from York working together to help build a dog park that all can enjoy. For more information and to inquire about volunteering, visit www.friendsof yorkdog pa rk.org, emai l info@friendsofyorkdogpark.org or call 207-396-0871.
How to Enter There are two categories within the competition: “Adult Bakers,” and “Kids 17 and Under.” To e nte r, pro spective entrants must submit their recipe, an image of their pie, and a 300-word (maxi-
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Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be a cash bar. A 50/50 raffle with prizes will again provide excitement throughout the evening. Whether one is a proud dog owner or just loves all the fur babies, Bark Bash 2024 is an event not to be missed, a “wooftastic” night of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories! The event runs from 7-10 p.m. that Saturday. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door the day of the event. Foster’s
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mum) essay detailing why they qualify, to https://forms.gle/me1NZJL16VRn25Zr5. This is an amateur-only event. Applications will be open until midnight Monday, April 15, and finalists will be notified by Tuesday, April 23. All finalists must commit to the judging event. Finalist Selection Process A panel of judges, along with Ogunquit Playhouse staff members, will narrow down entrants to five finalists per category. The finalists will then have the chance to showcase their pies on Saturday, May 4. Finalists must have tasting samples available for 50. Judges include Ogunquit Playhouse Managing Director Deborah Warren, Town Manager Matt Buttrick, Lisa St. Hilliare of The Greenery Cafe, and Melanie Tromblee of Bread and Roses Bakery. The winner will
be announced at 5 p.m. that day. Pie Tasting - Judging Party! The public is welcome to join in this interactive, fun, tasty event to determine the winner of The Great Ogunquit Pie Bake Off. Come enjoy pie, with ice cream provided courtesy of Big Daddy’s Ice Cream. Learn how to bake that perfect crust with the gifted bakers from Bread and Roses Bakery, who will give pie crust demonstrations at 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. The event is proudly sponsored by The Weekly Sentinel, Bread and Roses Bakery, and Big Daddy’s Ice Cream. Prizes in each category include a commemorative pie pan, four tickets to “Waitress,” a signed poster, and Playhouse merchandise. Pies will be judged on creativity, taste, and presentation. Good luck to all! The Ogunquit Playhouse is located at 10 Main Street in Ogunquit. For more information, email contests@ogunquit playhouse.org.
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