Evoking the high energy and innate whimsy of a visit to the circus, a Gainesville-based nonprofit will host its seventh annual Gala for Hope & Healing.

The circus-themed event will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Robson Event Center, 310 Broad St. SW, in Gainesville. The theme is A Night Under the Big Top, complete with circus-style fare from GG Events of Gainesville.

Back in Time will provide the live musical entertainment while a silent auction allows guests to purchase an array of hot-commodity items.

For tickets, call 770-532-6530 or email info@hopeandhealingga.org. Sponsorship opportunities are also still available.

The Children’s Center for Hope & Healing is dedicated to breaking the cycle of child sexual abuse and exploitation.