Love for sale

Back away from online dating sites and gussy up for tonight’s Project Smile Date Auction where Mr. or Ms. Right could be yours for a price. Police officers, firefighters, and other eligible Boston singles are up for grabs to benefit Project Smile, a nonprofit that helps kids involved in traumatic situations. Ladies will get a date and a pair of high heels, gents receive a date and a tie. The first 350 guests go home with a gift bag. Each new “couple’’ will get a gift certificate for their date from hot spots including the Capital Grille, Fleming’s Steakhouse, and Toro. 6:30-9 p.m. $16. Gypsy Bar, 116 Boylston St., Boston. 508-634-0203. www.projectsmile.org/events.htm