The Cookie Walk and Baking Competition are tomorrow, Saturday Dec. 8th, 1-3pm, in the Union Church Hall. The Competition results will be announced at 2:30. For full event info, click HERE.

Here’s a handy FAQ:

What in the world is a cookie walk?

A Cookie Walk is just a bake sale where you get to fill a container with a variety of items that you choose. AND ours isn’t just limited to cookies.

How much are the baked goods?

You can choose a small bag for $2.50, medium for $6.00, and large is $12/lb (1 lb = approximately 35 cookies). We’ll also have a variety of beverages for $1 each.

What kind of goodies will there be?

We pride ourselves on having some of the finest bakers participating that you will find anywhere. Just to name a few items, we’ll have: Red Velvet Cheesecake, Baklawa, Oatmeal maple syrup cookies, Apricot bars, Ginger snaps, Holiday gift cake, Danish jam cookies, and lots more.

It’s cool that there will be free samples, but why?

Because you will get to sample all of the competators’ entries, and vote on your favorite. Then, we’ll declare a people’s choice winner.

Who are the judges of the competition?

President Abraham Lincoln (played by Claremont Resident Steve Wood), Sharon Wood, and NH State Rep. Raymond Gagnon.

Can I take a picture with President Lincoln?

We bet that once he is done judging he’ll be happy to talk with you and maybe even take a picture with you.

Will I have to listen to any annoying Christmas music while I’m there?

That depends on what you like, but hopefully the Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky will be a pleasant soundtrack for your visit.

Is the Union Church Hall handicapped Accessible?

Yes. Please use the side door. There is a lift that anyone with difficulty managing the stairs can use. Take it to “3.”

Will there be gingerbread houses to decorate?

NO. That event, organized by Union Church, is on Dec 15th. That information can be found  HERE

The competition is beginning to get exciting as sign ups for the Dec 8th Baking Competition roll in. Some people have wondered what all the buzz is about, so here’s a helpful guide. Click HERE for the full event listing on the Calendar.

Sample free goodies: There will be samples of all the entries in the competition, that includes items from home bakers AND area restaurants. Everyone is invited to sample and vote for your favorite.

Buy scrumptious baked goods: You will be able to choose from a huge variety of cookies, as well as other baked items. Buy them by the container (starting at $2.50) or by the pound. We’ll even have some hot beverages you can enjoy on the spot.

President Abraham Lincoln! Yes, you read that right, Lincoln will be there, and he will be leading the panel of judges. You’ll have to ask him what his favorite cookie is.

Friendly competition and prizes Home bakers and professional/restaurants will be having a friendly competition to choose the best baked goods in the area. Not only will they have the chance to sample the competition (and maybe swap some recipes), they will also have a chance to win some great prizes by local businesses. We are still taking sign ups for the competition.

Send us your best bakers, and join us for this fun event! Click HERE for the full details, or email us at [email protected]