Annual tailgate party to support GI cancer research

Auburn and Alabama fans alike can pre-party for the Iron Bowl when past games are aired on the big screen a week early.

The ninth annual Finish the Fight Iron Bowl Tailgate Party will be held Thursday, Nov. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Ted’s Garage, located at 2309 5th Ave. South. 

The event benefits the Robert E. Reed Foundation, which supports gastrointestinal cancer research at UAB under the direction of Dr. Martin J. Heslin.  

Guests will enjoy complimentary wine and beer, “tailgate” food served up from local food trucks, and a silent auction. There will be live music by T.U.B The UnKnamed Band.  

Tickets are $85 per person, and reservations can be made at reedgifoundation.com/events. 

For more information, contact Kathi Ash, executive director, at 427-5085.