Mingle with the ‘stars’ at The Upper Room gala in Derry

DERRY – If you want to fill your belly with food, your car with prizes and goodies, and your camera with photographic evidence of celebrity encounters, then The Upper Room has an event for you. The Family Auction and Gala, “Live from the Red Carpet,” will feature food from local restaurants, cocktails, live and silent auctions, games, live entertainment and a classic red carpet entrance. The annual event, scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, at Promises to Keep in Derry, has sold out in years past, and those interested are encouraged to buy tickets in advance. Tickets are $35 at urteachers.org/events- calendar.html. Every  attendee will receive a $10 gift certificate to T-Bones restaurants and other giveaways. Proceeds will go to The Upper Room’s programs supporting local families on topics such as teen parenting, GED preparation, youth anger management, drug and alcohol awareness, in-home parenting counseling and parent support groups. Part of the festivities will include celebrity impersonators, such as Elton John, who will be available for pictures, autographs and entertainment.