Frequently Asked Questions
What is this event about?
Empty Bowls is an event designed to raise awareness & funds for those in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. Soups prepared by local restaurants will be the main course, along with bread and dessert! Each ticket allows our guests to have the opportunity to select a hand-painted and/or hand-crafted bowl that serves as a reminder of those experiencing food insecurity in our community.
All proceeds benefit Camella’s Cupboard Food Pantry for Children. Camella’s Cupboard provides food to 200 New Milford families and their children weekly.
Tickets range from $35.00 - $50.00. Tickets can be purchased for eat-in or take-out. There are a limited number of tickets for early entry to get the best selection of bowls. Tickets can be purchased for our early seating – 4:00 – 5:30 pm, or our later seating – 5:30 – 7 pm.
We will also host a silent auction and games!
Empty Bowls will be held on Saturday, March 11th at the VFW Hall, 11 Avery Road.
There will be opportunities for community members to paint bowls for this event. We are partnering with Create Escape Studios, located at The Bleachery - 143 West Street, Suite 208, New Milford - to host bowl painting workshops and events. Information on dates and times are available on our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls
When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased until the day before the event or they sell out - which we expect to happen
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are only available online and may be purchased through this link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empty-bowls-fundraising-soup-dinner-tickets-468563254307
Can I purchase a bowl day-of the event?
Tickets will not be available the day of the event; presale ends Friday, March 10th at 5:00 pm.
I purchased a take-out ticket but want to stay and eat in, can I?
Unfortunately, take-out tickets can only be used for take-out. Due to space limitations, we had to limit eat-in ticket numbers.
I purchased an eat-in ticket but want to use it for take-out, can I?
Absolutely! Follow the signs for take-out when you arrive.
Are take-out tickets time restricted?
Take-out can be picked up anytime between 4:00 - 7:00 pm. We will do our absolute best to get everyone through in a timely manner, but we appreciate your patience if there is a line.
What if I purchased a ticket but can no longer attend the event?
We have takeout available. Eat-in tickets can be used for take-out if you’d like. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable, but we will do our best to set aside a bowl for you. Contact angela@camellascupboard.com and let us know your dilemma.
What does my ticket include?
1 ticket = 1 donated artisan bowl you’ll get to keep forever, as well as a bowl of soup donated by a local restaurant, fresh bread, a dessert item, and a beverage.
Can I attend the event without purchasing anything?
Unfortunately, the venue will be open to ticketholders only.
Where do I park to attend Empty Bowls?
There is ample parking available at the VFW. Parking is also available at Dunkin Donuts.
I purchased a take-out ticket. Where do I go to pick up?
There will be signs directing you to the take-out line. Please watch for them and follow the directions.
What type of soup is being served?
There will be a variety of soups as each participating restaurant is donating a soup unique to them. There will be something for everyone!
Do I get to pick out my own bowl?
Guests that purchase a ticket for one of our seatings will have the ability to choose a bowl as they arrive. There are a very limited number of tickets available for $50 that will enable the purchaser to arrive at 3:30 pm to choose their bowl early for the best selection.
Where is the check-in table?
There will be signs directing you to the front entrance. Once inside the door, the check-in table will be on your right.
Are there other food and drink options available?
The menu consists of soup, bread, dessert, and a beverage. No other food or drinks are allowed.
I want to make/paint bowls for the event! Who do I contact?
That’s awesome - thanks! You can visit our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls for more information with the dates and times of painting workshops and open studio time.
I am a chef or restaurant and I want to participate in Empty Bowls. Who do I contact?
Thank you so much! Please contact Angela Chastain at angela@camellascupboard.com or at 765-404-2509 voice/text. You can also visit our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls for more information.
I want to volunteer for the event. Where can I sign up?
We’d love the help! Thank you for your interest. You can see Empty Bowl volunteer opportunities at this link: https://signup.com/go/DxAnPum
I have dietary restrictions, what should I do at the event?
We will have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free soup options available. If you have a food allergy, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Do I have to be at the event the entire time?
No! But, we do ask you to adhere to your ticket time. There are 3 ticket times available:
Early Bird tickets that are $50 are able to enter at 3:30 pm and get first choice of bowls.
Seating 1 is from 4:00 - 5:30 pm and Seating 2 is from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Tickets are purchased for a specific time.
What if it snows the day of the event?
Think positive thoughts! Seriously though, if there is snow, we will make a determination about a cancellation no less than 4 hours before the event. In the case of a cancellation, we will reschedule for a later date.
Are there restrooms at the event?
Yes, restrooms are available inside the main door to the right, behind the check-in table.
Is this space wheelchair accessible?
Absolutely!
Can my bowl be shipped to my house?
Sorry, bowls can only be picked up at the event. We are not able to ship bowls to you.
Will we eat out of our purchased bowls at the event?
No, bowls will be wrapped for you to take home to enjoy. We will provide disposable bowls for sanitary reasons.
Can my bowl be microwaved?
Bowls not be placed in the microwave or dishwasher. They should always be hand-washed.
Is my bowl food safe?
Bowls are food-safe.
What are other ways to support Camella’s Cupboard Food Pantry for Children?
There are many ways to support us year-round. You can volunteer or host a food drive. One-time or monthly financial support is a great way to help us accomplish our mission. You can feed one child a month for as little as $10. Visit www.camellascupboard.com/donate for more information.
Empty Bowls is an event designed to raise awareness & funds for those in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. Soups prepared by local restaurants will be the main course, along with bread and dessert! Each ticket allows our guests to have the opportunity to select a hand-painted and/or hand-crafted bowl that serves as a reminder of those experiencing food insecurity in our community.
All proceeds benefit Camella’s Cupboard Food Pantry for Children. Camella’s Cupboard provides food to 200 New Milford families and their children weekly.
Tickets range from $35.00 - $50.00. Tickets can be purchased for eat-in or take-out. There are a limited number of tickets for early entry to get the best selection of bowls. Tickets can be purchased for our early seating – 4:00 – 5:30 pm, or our later seating – 5:30 – 7 pm.
We will also host a silent auction and games!
Empty Bowls will be held on Saturday, March 11th at the VFW Hall, 11 Avery Road.
There will be opportunities for community members to paint bowls for this event. We are partnering with Create Escape Studios, located at The Bleachery - 143 West Street, Suite 208, New Milford - to host bowl painting workshops and events. Information on dates and times are available on our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls
When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased until the day before the event or they sell out - which we expect to happen
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are only available online and may be purchased through this link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empty-bowls-fundraising-soup-dinner-tickets-468563254307
Can I purchase a bowl day-of the event?
Tickets will not be available the day of the event; presale ends Friday, March 10th at 5:00 pm.
I purchased a take-out ticket but want to stay and eat in, can I?
Unfortunately, take-out tickets can only be used for take-out. Due to space limitations, we had to limit eat-in ticket numbers.
I purchased an eat-in ticket but want to use it for take-out, can I?
Absolutely! Follow the signs for take-out when you arrive.
Are take-out tickets time restricted?
Take-out can be picked up anytime between 4:00 - 7:00 pm. We will do our absolute best to get everyone through in a timely manner, but we appreciate your patience if there is a line.
What if I purchased a ticket but can no longer attend the event?
We have takeout available. Eat-in tickets can be used for take-out if you’d like. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable, but we will do our best to set aside a bowl for you. Contact angela@camellascupboard.com and let us know your dilemma.
What does my ticket include?
1 ticket = 1 donated artisan bowl you’ll get to keep forever, as well as a bowl of soup donated by a local restaurant, fresh bread, a dessert item, and a beverage.
Can I attend the event without purchasing anything?
Unfortunately, the venue will be open to ticketholders only.
Where do I park to attend Empty Bowls?
There is ample parking available at the VFW. Parking is also available at Dunkin Donuts.
I purchased a take-out ticket. Where do I go to pick up?
There will be signs directing you to the take-out line. Please watch for them and follow the directions.
What type of soup is being served?
There will be a variety of soups as each participating restaurant is donating a soup unique to them. There will be something for everyone!
Do I get to pick out my own bowl?
Guests that purchase a ticket for one of our seatings will have the ability to choose a bowl as they arrive. There are a very limited number of tickets available for $50 that will enable the purchaser to arrive at 3:30 pm to choose their bowl early for the best selection.
Where is the check-in table?
There will be signs directing you to the front entrance. Once inside the door, the check-in table will be on your right.
Are there other food and drink options available?
The menu consists of soup, bread, dessert, and a beverage. No other food or drinks are allowed.
I want to make/paint bowls for the event! Who do I contact?
That’s awesome - thanks! You can visit our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls for more information with the dates and times of painting workshops and open studio time.
I am a chef or restaurant and I want to participate in Empty Bowls. Who do I contact?
Thank you so much! Please contact Angela Chastain at angela@camellascupboard.com or at 765-404-2509 voice/text. You can also visit our website - www.camellascupboard.com/emptybowls for more information.
I want to volunteer for the event. Where can I sign up?
We’d love the help! Thank you for your interest. You can see Empty Bowl volunteer opportunities at this link: https://signup.com/go/DxAnPum
I have dietary restrictions, what should I do at the event?
We will have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free soup options available. If you have a food allergy, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Do I have to be at the event the entire time?
No! But, we do ask you to adhere to your ticket time. There are 3 ticket times available:
Early Bird tickets that are $50 are able to enter at 3:30 pm and get first choice of bowls.
Seating 1 is from 4:00 - 5:30 pm and Seating 2 is from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Tickets are purchased for a specific time.
What if it snows the day of the event?
Think positive thoughts! Seriously though, if there is snow, we will make a determination about a cancellation no less than 4 hours before the event. In the case of a cancellation, we will reschedule for a later date.
Are there restrooms at the event?
Yes, restrooms are available inside the main door to the right, behind the check-in table.
Is this space wheelchair accessible?
Absolutely!
Can my bowl be shipped to my house?
Sorry, bowls can only be picked up at the event. We are not able to ship bowls to you.
Will we eat out of our purchased bowls at the event?
No, bowls will be wrapped for you to take home to enjoy. We will provide disposable bowls for sanitary reasons.
Can my bowl be microwaved?
Bowls not be placed in the microwave or dishwasher. They should always be hand-washed.
Is my bowl food safe?
Bowls are food-safe.
What are other ways to support Camella’s Cupboard Food Pantry for Children?
There are many ways to support us year-round. You can volunteer or host a food drive. One-time or monthly financial support is a great way to help us accomplish our mission. You can feed one child a month for as little as $10. Visit www.camellascupboard.com/donate for more information.
