ABOUT LIZ
LIZ BARBOUR
WIFE, MOTHER, NEIGHBOR
My husband Ted and I moved to Hollis in 1999 with our two children. Like many of you, we came to Hollis for the excellent schools, the acres of open farmland, and the strong sense of community that defines Hollis. From the moment we arrived, we knew that Hollis would be a community where we could set down deep roots for our family, a place where our children would thrive, and we would make long-lasting friendships that we could count on.
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER
Volunteering with the groups below has enriched my life and has been a powerful way to make a difference in Hollis.
- Hollis Seniors
- Farley Building Community Center Committee
- Hollis Old Home Days Committee
- Hollis PTA Wellness Committee-Chairman
- Hollis Historic District Commission-Chairman
- The Lawrence Barn Community Center Committee
- Hollis Agricultural Commission-Article Contributor
- The Colonial Garden Club of Hollis
- The Hollis Women’s Club
- Strawberry Festival-Chairman
- Hollis Preschool-Board Member
SMALL BUSINESS OWNER, ENTREPRENEUR
In 2004, I launched “Liz Barbour's Creative Feast,” identifying a unique opportunity in culinary instruction. My client base grew as I traveled to libraries and women’s groups across New England, and more recently, nationwide through online platforms. Innovation and customer service have been critical skills that led to my success as a chef and small business owner.
In February 2023, I identified a need in the Hollis community. I discovered that residents missed having a local newspaper. Working with a group of Hollis residents, we launched the Positively Hollis project. In a few months, we created a website, and by March 2024 we mailed the first issue of The Positively Hollis Post to 3,600 homes and every business in town. Today, Positively Hollis stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and the importance of listening to and addressing residents' needs.
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