Harvest Gala Silent Auction Opens: October 2 We are holding our annual Harvest Gala fundraiser on Saturday, October 17 from 5-9pm. Dress is formal with suits or tuxedos for men and gowns or dresses for women; masquerade masks will be provided or you can bring your own. The event begins, as in previous years, with cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks on the patio. We will then move into the “Masquerade Ball” around 6pm with a procession of all attendees. As you enter the church, you will see an open dance floor, hear a professional string quartet, and smell delicious hor d’oeuvres and a dessert station – all served throughout the event. After everyone gets settled in, our professional dance instructors will teach attendees a waltz to begin the ball. Then, we begin to dance, continue conversations, and/or enjoy more delicious food and wine. At 7:30pm, the children will join us in the church for a performance by the choir and fund-a-need for the music program. This year, we are not holding a live auction at the gala, but instead, listing all of our items online at the silent auction opening at noon on Friday, October 2. The silent auction will include Harvest parties, special wines, and trips to bid on through October 18. You can help best by purchasing tickets (until Oct 7) for the event and joining the fun!