The Heritage Center’s Gala & Auction, now in its 14th year, is a fundraiser for the programs at the center, a museum that celebrates the arts, cultural heritage, artifacts and history of East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains region. The gala includes food, music and live and silent auctions. The silent auction will begin at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and live auction at 7:30 p.m. Attire is dressy casual. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 865-448-0044.