The Forest Country Club hosts first annual Best Buddies Champion of the Year Gala on Friday, November 15th from 6 to 11 p.m., to honor Southwest Florida’s most active community leaders accomplishments for the inclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The evening will feature an awards ceremony, cocktails, dinner and a silent auction to benefit the Best Buddies Organization. For tickets and more information, visit Bestbuddieschampion.org/southwestflorida.