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Carpenter’s Shelter supports people experiencing and at risk of homelessness to achieve sustainable independence through shelter and housing placement, guidance, education and advocacy.

10/21/2026

Regular ticket price closes this Friday! Get your ticket today!

CarpentersShelter.org/CO26

PRESENTED BY AMAZON, PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th 12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.

General Admission (September 5th–October 23rd):
Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25

At-The-Door (October 25th):
Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:
Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India Indian Restaurant serving Alexandria and Washington DC
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
True Food Kitchen
Sundara Indian Kitchen
Aldos Italian Kitchen
Little Birdie
Cake Baby
Landini Brothers

10/20/2026

Preview the Live Auction items at Carpenter's Cook-Off 2026!

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1. Champlain Charms at Shores Acres (Value: $2,300)
2. Par for a Purpose (Value: 1,000)
3. Keys to the Harbor (Value: $1,200)
4. A Taste of the Town: Dine Around with ARP (Value: $1,500)
5. Pinnacle Retreat: Deep Creek, MD (Value: $4,500)

PRESENTED BY AMAZON, PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th 12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.
General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23): Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25
At-The-Door (Oct 25): Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:
Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India Indian Restaurant serving Alexandria and Washington DC
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
True Food Kitchen
Sundara Indian Kitchen
Aldos Italian Kitchen
Little Birdie
Cake Baby
Landini Brothers Restaurant

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10/19/2026

Time Running Out!

Get Your Tickets for This Sunday! CarpentersShelter.org/CO26

10/14/2026

Buzz Bakeshop and Rustico are hosting a Toiletry Drive for Carpenter's Shelter!

Drop Off at either Buzz Bakeshop or Rustico now through October 17th.

If you're not able to go in person, below is our Shelter Wish List:
CarpentersShelter.org/AmazonWishList

10/13/2026

Did you know? Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026 Silent Auction is now ONLINE! 🎉

Explore unique experiences and exciting finds while supporting families and individuals experiencing homelessness. 💚 Can’t attend the Cook-Off? You can still bid from anywhere!

🔗 Browse the catalog & register: CarpentersShelter.org/SilentAuction
⏰ Bidding closes October 25 at 2 PM.

10/09/2026

Three Celebrity Judge Roundup: Jasmine Styles, Juan Ramirez, and Kamay Lafalaise!

Get Your Tickets Now! CarpentersShelter.org/CO26

PRESENTED BY AMAZON, PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th 12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.
General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23): Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25
At-The-Door (Oct 25): Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:
Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India Indian Restaurant serving Alexandria and Washington DC
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
True Food Kitchen
Sundara Indian Kitchen
Aldos Italian Kitchen
Landini Brothers Restaurant

09/23/2026

The Warehouse will be one of our participating restaurants at Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026!

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In Old Town Alexandria, The Warehouse is a fine dining restaurant known for its prime aged steaks and fresh seafood. The Warehouse Co-owner and Certified Executive Chef Sert Ruamthong has recently been inducted in the American Culinary Federation as a Certified Executive Chef, one of only eleven in the State of Virginia.

Some of The Warehouse's popular dishes include the Lobster Cobb Salad, Crawfish Crab Imperial, Warehouse Filet Mignon, and Light Horse Harry Lee, a lump crabcake sandwich.

PRESENTED BY PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th 12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.
General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23): Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25
At-The-Door (Oct 25): Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:
Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
True Food Kitchen
Sundara Indian Kitchen
Aldos Italian Kitchen
Landini Brothers Restaurant

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09/22/2026

Juan Ramirez will be one of our Celebrity Judges at Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026! Juan Ramirez was recently honored to receive the RAMMYS Manager of the Year Award as the General Manager of Bastille Brasserie & Bar, an award-winning French restaurant in Old Town Alexandria helmed by Chefs Christophe & Michelle Poteaux.

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Juan’s career in restaurants has given him a unique perspective on food—from the guest experience and service side to working closely with chefs, bartenders, and hospitality teams. Juan has developed a particular passion for food, w**e, cocktails, and the creativity that goes into making a great dining experience.

PRESENTED BY PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th 12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.
General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23): Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25
At-The-Door (Oct 25): Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:

Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India Indian Restaurant serving Alexandria and Washington DC
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
True Food Kitchen
Sundara Indian Kitchen
Aldos Italian Kitchen
Landini Brothers Restaurant

ALXnow - Alexandria Now The Alexandria Brief Connection Newspapers

09/15/2026

MasterChef Top Finalist Kamay Lafalaise will be one of our Celebrity Judges at Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026!

Get Your Tickets Now! CarpentersShelter.org/CO26

In the finale of MasterChef, Kamay proudly showcased her Haitian heritage, blending modern French techniques with her Caribbean roots to impress the pickiest judge on the planet, Gordon Ramsay.

PRESENTED BY PCSI, BRYAN AND MARY WHITE
Carpenter’s Cook-Off 2026
Sunday, October 25th
12 noon to 3pm at The Birchmere.

General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23):
Adults: $75 | Children (12 & Under): $25

At-The-Door (Oct 25):
Adults: $100 | Children (12 & Under): $30

Participating Restaurants, Caterers, Bakeries to Date:

Carpenter’s Café
The Warehouse
Buzz Bakeshop
Rustico Restaurant & Bar
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill [Franconia, VA location]
Tequila & Taco
Hard Times Cafe Alexandria
Common Hearth Bakery
Dishes of India Indian Restaurant serving Alexandria and Washington DC
Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
Hank's Oyster Bar
Union Street Public House
Pop-Up Pastries
Landini Brothers

ALXnow - Alexandria Now The Alexandria Brief Alexandria Times Connection Newspapers

Address

930 N Henry Street
Alexandria, VA
22314

Website

http://www.CarpentersShelter.org/

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