Blaine County Charitable Fund, Boulder Mountain Clayworks and the Church of the Big Wood are presenting the annual Empty Bowls event February 2nd from 11 am – 2 pm at the Church of the Big Wood. The event benefits BCCF’s emergency financial assistance programs.

The event is sponsored by Blaine County Title, Windemere Real Estate, McLaughlin & Associates Architects, Blaine County Democrats, CK’s Real Food, Top Notch Fine Furnishing, Wood River Catholic Inclusive Community.

During the event, guests purchase locally made ceramic bowls for $25 per bowl when registered in advance, then fill the bowl with scratch-made soups, salads, chili, bread, and dessert donated by local chefs and caterers. Thanks to Boulder Mountain Clayworks, there will be more than 300 hand-crafted and hand-painted bowls from local artisans to select from this year.

Empty Bowls will feature dishes from local restaurants and caterers including: Atkinsons’ Market, Bigwood Bread Bakery and Cafe, The Chocolate Moose, CK’s Real Food, The Covey, Galena Lodge, Hunger Coalition, The Ketchum Grill, Limelight Hotel, Nourish Me, Rasberrys Catering & Bistro, Sawtooth Brewery, Sun Valley Resort, Warfield Distillery & Brewery, and more.

Everyone in the community is encouraged to bring family and friends to Empty Bowls and enjoy a truly memorable and meaningful meal. Together, we can ensure that everyone in the community can cover their emergency expenses and thrive in Blaine County.

The Church of the Big Wood is located at 100 Saddle Road, across from the YMCA in Ketchum. All are welcome. In advance admission price is the purchase of a $25 bowl (children 10 and under have the option of purchasing a disposable bowl to fill with goodies for $10). $30/$10 at the door. Register in advance at Empty-Bowls.org. For more information, contact Blaine County Charitable Fund at (208) 244-5205.