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The crowd's a little older than in the clubs along University Ave, so they appreciate that el-
egant stained-glass partition and the 3ft-tall gorilla at the entrance. Monday night jam ses-
sions really pack 'em in.
1982
LIVE MUSIC
Cramped, dingy and musty, this sweet spot boasts both local and national bands, and a
great beer selection. If the band sucks, you can play classic Nintendo games on one of four
TVs behind the bar. Duck Hunt FTW!
University Club
GAY & LESBIAN
352-378-6814;
www.ucnightclub.com
; 18 E University Ave;
5pm-2am
Sun-Fri, from 9pm Sat)
Predominantly gay, but straight-friendly, this place is the hub of the local gay and lesbian
scene and is famous for its drag shows. The entrance is around back. DJs spin most nights,
though karaoke is also a popular draw.
Hippodrome
THEATER
352-375-4477;
www.thehipp.org
;
25 SE 2nd Pl;
box office noon-7pm
Tue-Sun)
In an imposing historic edifice (1911), the Hippodrome is the city's main cultural center,
with a diverse theater and independent-cinema program.
Information
You'll find free wi-fi coverage downtown around the Hippodrome.
Alachua County Library
INTERNET
352-334-3900;
www.aclib.us
; 401 E University Ave;
9:30am-9pm Mon-Thu, to
6pm Fri, to 5pm Sat, 1-5pm Sun)
Free internet access.
