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Whole Hog BBQ Party for 60
$2700Sweet Fire Donna's Whole Hog BBQ Party (Serves 50-60)
Bring the ultimate backyard BBQ experience to your next gathering. This package includes a fully smoked whole hog from Sweet Fire Donna's, finished on-site on a trailered smoker for that authentic pit BBQ flavor and show-stopping presentation.
We'll provide everything needed to feed a crowd: a whole hog slow-smoked to perfection, classic BBQ sauce, rolls, delicious sides, and disposables to serve 50-60 guests. The smoker rolls in, the aroma fills the air, and your party instantly becomes the place everyone wants to be. Crew on-site for 2 hours, but the party doesn't have to stop when the smoker packs up.
To keep the good times flowing, you'll get your favorite Port City brew on tap! Just round up your friends and get ready for seriously good eats and cold drinks (guests must be 21+) and create unforgettable memories.
Perfect for birthdays, neighborhood block parties, team celebrations, or any event where great food and good times are the goal.
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Weekend Stay in The Plains
$1050Charming Countryside Escape: The Artist's Cottage
Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and culinary delight with a three-night retreat at The Artist's Cottage in picturesque The Plains, Virginia. This intimate one-bedroom hideaway offers a restorative escape for two in the heart of Virginia's scenic countryside.
Your weekend getaway includes a $200 gift certificate to the renowned Girasole, an exceptional Italian restaurant within walking distance of your cottage. Savor authentic cuisine featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients in a warm, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements your countryside experience.
The Artist's Cottage combines rustic charm with modern comforts, creating an ideal setting for a romantic retreat or peaceful getaway from the everyday. Availability can be viewed on Airbnb, with flexible scheduling options for your perfect weekend escape. (No pets permitted.)
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Distillery Tour & Bourbon
$775Whiskey, Craftsmanship & 20 of Your Closest Friends
Ready to raise some spirits for a great cause? It's for the kids. Motherwell Distilling Co., the first distillery in Alexandria since Prohibition is opening its doors for an exclusive private distillery tour and bourbon tasting for up to 20 people, in support of the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria. The distillery's owners are proud ACPS parents, making this cause especially close to home.
Step inside our working distillery to see how we distill, blend, barrel, and finish our bourbon. Then savor our Brickwater Bourbon, finished in Old Boat Rum barrels from our Ohio distillery, imparting a gentle rum sweetness layered with the bold spice of rye.
Enjoy a guided tasting that's equal parts education and craftsmanship-while knowing your bid supports local students on their educational journey. Because at the end of the day, we're all here for the kids.
Take home today:
- A bottle of Brickwater Bourbon, Batch 001
- A Motherwell Distilling Co. hoodie
- Two Motherwell glass tumblers
- A certificate for a private tour and tasting for you and your crew
Bring your friends, coworkers, or favorite whiskey lovers and discover craft you can taste and community you can feel-right here in Alexandria.
Bid high, drink well, and support the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria!
THE FINE PRINT:
Marcy and Vince Crisler will be personally donating the bottle of bourbon. Motherwell Distilling Co. will be donating the remainder of the auction items.
The donated T-shirt may be exchanged for a different size at any time or while at the tour and tasting (unworn, of course!)
The distillery will have a few TBD dates when we are closed for construction this year. We will be happy to find a time that is agreed upon by the distillery and by the winner that will avoid any conflicts.
* Must be age 21+ to participate
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Champagne Tasting & Class
$3250Pop the Bubbly-An Exclusive Champagne Experience!
Gather your friends for an unforgettable, effervescent evening with a Private Champagne Tasting & Class for 12 at Josephine!
You and 11 guests will enjoy an intimate experience upstairs at Bar Jo, complete with delicious hors d'oeuvres and a guided tasting led by NRG sommelier Erin Dudley. Sip, savor, and learn as you explore the origins, history, and unique flavor profiles of multiple Champagne varieties.
- Taste a curated selection of Champagne
- Enjoy perfectly paired hors d'oeuvres
- Learn from an expert sommelier
- Perfect for celebrations, birthdays, or a luxe night out with friends
This is more than a tasting-it's a sparkling experience you won't forget!
* Must be 21+ to participate
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4 Course Tasting Dinner For 6
$23004 Course Tasting Dinner for 6
Savor an extraordinary evening of culinary artistry with Chef Tony Chittum of Vermilion. Renowned for his refined, seasonal approach, Chef Chittum will craft a bespoke, four-course dinner inspired by the finest ingredients sourced from premier Mid-Atlantic farms.
Each course will be thoughtfully paired with exceptional wines, hand-selected and elegantly presented by Vermilion's in-house sommelier, enhancing and elevating every flavor.
An intimate and immersive dining experience, this evening promises a harmonious journey of taste, terroir, and culinary sophistication.
*Please note: no Friday or Saturday evenings (some other black out dates might occur due to previous bookings)
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Sunset Sail + Picnic
$685Sunset Sailing Experience: Nautical Magic on the "American Spirit"
Experience Washington DC from an extraordinary perspective aboard the "American Spirit"- a majestic double-masted schooner gliding across waters painted in sunset hues. This exceptional package includes four passenger tickets for a three-hour sunset sail during the 2026 season (May-October), complete with a premium picnic spread from Market 2 Market valued at $150.
As the capital's shoreline transforms in the golden evening light, you'll enjoy the gentle rhythm of the water from the deck of DC's only traditional sailing schooner. Your evening includes a curated gourmet picnic from Market 2 Market, featuring:
- four custom-selected sandwiches
- two 16oz containers of freshly prepared salads of your choice
- one bottle of wine of your choice
- one six-pack of beer of your choice
All items will be tailored to your preferences.
Choose from bi-weekly Friday departures between May and October (6:00-9:00 PM May-September; 5:00-8:00 PM late September-October). This memorable nautical experience combines breathtaking views, gentle breezes, and waterfront tranquility for an evening unlike any other in the city.
Available dates viewable at DC Sail. Use by September 1, 2026.