GREENFIELD — Much like the turning of the leaves and the return of high school football, the annual Adena Greenfield Medical Center Autumn Gala has become a popular staple of a very special time of year.

Besides offering an excuse to spend time with family and friends, this year’s event offers the opportunity to enjoy delicious food and other refreshments provided by Jill’s Farmhouse Catering, move to the music of Island Brothers Productions, and place bids during live and silent auctions through which those attending can pick up some great items that may get the Christmas shopping season off to a flying start.

Most importantly, attendees play a valuable role in further enhancing the quality health care and overall experience patients and their families have come to expect from Adena Greenfield Medical Center. This year’s event proceeds will contribute to the purchase of additional equipment for the emergency department, imaging services, inpatient rooms, lab, nursing, and rehabilitation services.

· WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 12 from 6 to 10 p.m.

· WHERE: Historic Orpheum Theatre, 135 N. High St., Hillsboro

· COST: Individual tickets are $100.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at Adena.org/greenfield-gala or by calling 740-779-8755.