Drunk Every Night
Where to drink every night of the week in Eugene
I spent the last two weeks drinking nearly every night, for strictly journalistic purposes. I found that on any given night, there’s at least one bar … Continue reading
Swizzle Archive
Slap Shot
Spend some time on the ice for the love of the sport — and beer
The buzzer blares, wrapping up a championship game between two teams of the Apollo League, the top level of play at the Rink Exchange’s adult … Continue reading
Hot Water Therapy
Objects in tub may be smaller than they appear
Some of the best conversations I’ve ever had were in the tub. In fact, the first time I’d ever been to Springfield Spas and Tanning, … Continue reading
Fire and Ice
EW goes around town trying some of the best bourbon and gingers
On a Guinness-beer kind of afternoon, with a foot of snow in the evening forecast, I’m at the Pint Pot Public House, an Irish bar … Continue reading
What’s So Funny?
Local comedians talk about their craft in Eugene
From comedy open mics to big-name comics making tour stops in Eugene, stand-up comedy has gained a foothold in Eugene’s nightlife. Eugene Weekly thought it … Continue reading
Singin’ in the Rain
Eugene’s thriving, unique karaoke scene is more than just an ‘empty orchestra’
I’m not expecting much when I walk into The Barn Light for its weekly Thursday night karaoke. The place is dimly lit and crowded, and … Continue reading
Sticking It
Breaking rules, targets and toxic masculinity at Oregon Axe
It’s a Friday night, and I’m with my family and friends at Oregon Axe, learning from our “axepert”— owner Timothy Stemmerman — how to have … Continue reading
Shaken and Stirred
Stand-up comic Gabby Jesus is Eugene’s favorite bartender
Gabrielle Jesus exudes all the warmth, humor and bonhomie a person could want in a bartender. Stationed behind the counter in the cozy confines of … Continue reading
Every Other Night of the Week
The nightlife scene has a weeknight for everyone
Mondays Make the Bars Funagain I’m a pretty boring 23-year-old — my idea of a fun night is sitting around a table with my friends … Continue reading
Hit Me with Your Best Shot
Considering the boilermaker
Look, we’re talking about drinking here, and when I’m ready to drink I don’t always want to think about hop notes or talk about mouthfeel. … Continue reading