The 2011 Cherry Branch Auxiliary Gala of Trees to benefit Boys & Girls Aid and children served in Marion & Polk Counties is taking place at The Salem Convention Center on Friday, December 2nd at 6pm. Festive holiday trees will light up the evening and which includes dinner, and a live and silent auction. Decorated trees, along with the fabulous gift packages, will be up for bid. What better way to usher in the holiday season and while supporting children in our community? Boys & Girls Aid has been helping Oregon's children for 126 years and is the oldest child welfare agency in the state. The agency helps children in need by providing safe housing, positive relationships with caring adults and tools to learn and grow. In addition to foster care, the agency provides adoption services and temporary safe housing for youth in need. To purchase tickets please visit : boysandgirlsaid.org. You can also follow the event on Facebook.