Club without alcohol struggles to survive

Club owner Ruben Garcia calls the Gig a sanctuary that's all about music. "Where they don't have to worry about drunks, or drama, " added Garcia.

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thatguylee21 - 10/19/2012 5:55 AM
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A tea bar with a variety of teas from around the world, incorporated with a service oriented venue may uplift the community to come and enjoy a nice stay. The club with no alcohol is something that is catching on up here in the Northwest, but more underground - we like to drink a lot around here. A selection of foods to help boost revenue, and putting a lot of effort in bringing a new variety of foods, may kink up the people to come and enjoy a refreshing night out. AA, Christians are always a good way to bring more people in. Start administering a marketing strategy to work with pastors around the area, the city council, and advertisement boards. The tea aspect could be a big factor in that it brings many healthy choice options to the table. High tables for guests to stand and hang their arms on while the show goes on. I hope something goes well with this club. It's great to hear of other places trying to get this going. Unfortunate that it's struggling. God Bless!

Silvy - 3/18/2012 1:26 PM
0 Votes
Get a few blenders (or margarita machines) and serve some virgin margaritas, virgin pina coladas, virgin strawberry daiquiris, etc etc. You can have good drinks without alcohol.

myonly89 - 3/15/2012 9:13 PM
2 Votes
I say he can be creative and Im not quite sure what kind of drinks there is out there thats not liquior but Im sure he can find a way. If I was into going out and the club scene, I would have mineral water with lime, hot sauce with red cayenne pepper with a little of v8. My grandpa would make this for me, its spicy but real good.

luvbug7982 - 3/15/2012 1:38 PM
3 Votes
Well theyre obviously struggling hence the article "Club without alcohol struggles to survive" so while there may be some of you out there that enjoy listening to live music without alcohol or drunks around, it appears there are not enough of you. Its not that people insist on getting drunk to have a good time, but a couple of drinks help. Its a form of socializing that goes back to ancient times and its not gonna change anytime soon.

ranguiano62 - 3/15/2012 1:15 PM
1 Vote
i think its a good concept for those who dont drink and still want to listen to live music without all the drunks at a bar or club. why do people insist on getting drunk to have a good time. i used to be an alcoholic and i have not had a drink since 2005 so i know both sides of this story. i now have a better time without the booze because now i can remember what i did the night before. obviously this place can only cater to certain clientele but i hope that the business can continue survive. I agree, maybe he should at least serve some O'douls.

charlie50 - 3/15/2012 12:58 PM
0 Votes
Well Eva maybe you and some of your friends need to head on over there and help support this place .but if im gonna go some where there's gonna be live music and there gonna charge me a door to get in ,I need more than just tea

Eva Enns - 3/15/2012 12:00 PM
4 Votes
Reading the other comments here, I can understand that a lot of people don't want to go out "just" for the music, and that a lot of people feel uncomfortable socializing without consuming something. Still, I wish there were more places like this for people like me who don't particularly enjoy being around alcohol consumption. Maybe this club could start renting out its space for private parties to make ends meet, if they're not already, or find some other creative way to keep its doors open. Best of luck to the owner!!

charlie50 - 3/15/2012 9:50 AM
2 Votes
I guess i wont have to worry about going to this place and hearing some good eighty's metal . NO beer NO food ! are you SH**ing me. GOOD LUCK !

whocares - 3/15/2012 7:42 AM
2 Votes
Who drinks hot tea? He should at least have a little bit of O'Douls

210SACHIC - 3/15/2012 1:04 AM
2 Votes
LOL! Hot Tea! Congrats for staying in business for 4years! Baaaa ha ha!
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