ASHLAND, Ky. — Are you a friend of the Paramount? If not, it’s a good time to log onto Facebook and request a friendship with “Paramount Arts Center” and start winning.

Jenny Holmes, marketing director, said the growing number of ‘friends and fans’ offers an opportunity to interact on a regular basis with an online community.

“More than 1,200 people have requested to be our friend so far and this is just an easy way to have some fun with our upcoming shows and events.”

Holmes said the Paramount’s daily status offers free ticket giveaways based on answering trivia questions about artists, being the first to respond with an email and even some unusual contests.

To become a friend, go to www.facebook.com and search Paramount Arts Center.

Holmes said Paramount staff and interns have come up with a long list of ideas and plan to offer a variety of fun and interactive opportunities on a regular basis. For more information, call 606-324-3175.