July 7, 2008

• Free admission, craft beer tasting, giveaways

• Open mic performances, live music

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Join the Alys Stephens Center, Reg's Coffee House and Free the Hops for "inter-ART-ive," an ASC Social Club outdoor patio party celebrating Birmingham's thriving arts and culture scene, 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at the Alys Stephens Center, 1200 10th Ave. S. The "inter-ART-ive" party is an invitation for young professionals to participate in the arts; the party is free for all young professionals. Admission is free. Call 205-975-2787 or go to www.alysstephens.org for more details.

The evening includes a craft beer tasting sponsored by Free the Hops and Birmingham Budweiser, free products from Vitamin Water, prize giveaways including tickets to upcoming shows at the Alys Stephens Center and great food from local restaurants. Guests can enjoy live music from The White Oaks and open mic performances from local musicians, hosted by Bottletree. One open mic performer will be invited to perform during the Alys Stephens Center's upcoming season. An after-party is planned for Bottletree, 3719 Third Ave. S., Birmingham.

The ASC Social Club brings young professionals ages 21-40 together to experience great live performances and social gatherings presented by the Alys Stephens Center. ASC Social Club memberships include ticket discounts, special events, meet-the-artist opportunities, prize giveaways and more. Membership is $25 for students; $40 for individuals and $75 for couples. To join the ASC Social Club, contact Kimberly Kirklin at 205-934-0862 or kkirklin@uab.edu.

Sponsors for "inter-ART-ive" are Reg's Coffee House, WYSF, Free the Hops, Birmingham Budweiser and the Alys Stephens Center, Birmingham's home for the performing arts.