To celebrate its 25th anniversary, and to mark October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Steps to HOPE will hold its 25th Anniversary Gala on Friday, Oct. 1 at the Lake Lanier Tea House.

The event, which is designed to build awareness of Steps to HOPE’s services and to thank the community for its support, will begin at 6 p.m. with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a sunset champagne cruise on the lake.

At 7:30, dinner will be served, with live entertainment provided by the Carolina Breeze duo.

A limited number of tickets are still available. Call 828-894-2340 for more information.