“Sweet Evening” in honor of Chet Briggs, sponsored by Delicate Decadence Cake Boutique.

TICKETS:  Adults:  $15 at the door, $10 in advance.  Children under 12:  $6

The Old Labor Hall will host its fifth annual celebration of Barre’s French heritage, with music by Vermont’s own Franco band Va-et-vient,  as part of the Barre Heritage Festival.  This year’s event is presented by Tim Boltin and his staff at Delicate Decadence, with desserts that melt in your mouth.  La soirée sucrée is presented in memory of the late Chet Briggs, long-time president of the Barre Historical Society.  Proceeds benefit the Barre Historical Society and the Barre Heritage Festival.

French Dessert Competition:  At 5:00 pm, before the doors open to the public, contestants present their handmade French desserts for judging by a panel of professional judges.

 To enter, pre-register online:  barreheritagefestival.org/la-soiree-sucree.html .  Or, on July 27, bring your dessert to Delicate Decadence, 15 Cottage Street, Barre no later than 4:30 pm, or to the Old Labor Hall, 46 Granite Street no later than 5:00 pm.  No late entrants will be allowed.

French Dessert Tasting:  Immediately following the judging, at 5:30 pm, the doors will open to the public.  Take this opportunity to sample the contest entries and revel in the delicious desserts also provided by the talented chefs of Delicate Decadence.  Bon Appétit !