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Pomona College - Nightlife - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

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Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • Anywhere off of Foothill Boulevard
  • Los Angeles
Student Favorites
  • The Blackwatch Pub
  • Friar Tucks
  • Pomona parties
Other Places to Check Out Bars and Clubs in Los Angeles
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Boat Race
  • Caps
  • Flip cup
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Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Pomona is one of the happiest colleges in the country. There are those who credit this to the somewhat astronomical amount of free beer available on campus. Religion may or may not be the opiate of the masses, but it’s pretty clear that free beer is the opiate of the college student. The beer is distributed five or six nights a week to anybody with a valid or well-faked ID. As for the Village, there are two bars, Heroes, “where good friends meet,” (well, to be fair, I did meet with some good friends there once, but only once) and Pizza ‘N Such (I guess the “’N Such” is liquor), which tries pretty hard to cater to college students, and actually has a full bar (but isn’t the best place to get crazy drunk, as there are often families in there eating pizza). And of course, there’s always LA.

If you don’t have very stringent expectations for your nightlife, Pomona will do just fine. There are tons of parties (especially with the other four colleges right there) and a ton of alcohol, dancing, and hooking up. Sometimes, though, this can be a little tiresome. At Pomona, even the most easily-entertained and creative students will eventually run out of options for entertainment. Fortunately, history repeats, and in the grand recourse of Pomona College, all old things shall be made new again. Or whatever.

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Nightlife at Pomona College

gotopomona

'15

Computer and Information Sciences

N/A

Nerds, fear not: CollegeProwler exaggurates drinking/party culture.

These CollegeProwler reviews grossly exaggerate the prevalence of partying/hook-up/heavy drinking culture. There is that if that is what you want your college experience to be, but it is easy to avoid if that isn't what you are looking for. PUB and Table Manners are weeknight parties that are only frequented by a fairly narrow subset of Pomona students, and it is unfortunate that this narrow subset is so overrepresented on CollegeProwler. There is non-stop intellectual conversation and stimulation available to those who seek it, and if you fill out your housing form honestly they will put you with people who will be happy to provide it.

Here are some of the things I do on weekend evenings:

* Go to Harwood Discussion Forum, where attendees pick a topic to discuss and have an open ended, meaningful conversation about anything from politics to philosophy to social norms at Pomona to critical race theory.

* Go to informal blues dancing or salsa dancing lessons/gatherings

* Watch a movie with friends

* Hang out and chat with friends in the Coop Fountain or in the hallway of my dorm

* Homework

* That Saturday Group hosts activities that it advertises as alternatives to drinking

* There are always talks, panels, and discussions to attend on weekday evenings

Nov 30, 2011

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Nightlife at Pomona College

FGrady

'14

Spanish Language and Literature

N/A

Nightlife

Most parties are 5-C, meaning that even though it may be a party on Claremont McKenna, students from any of the Claremont Colleges may attend. All parties must be registered and are not allowed during finals week, Reading Days, of the weekend in between. All parties will have campus security present to keep an eye on things but will not do anything about underage drinking unless they are put specifically in charge of handing out drinks or whatever.

I really don't go to parties, but the few I have been to have been fun. We had a Yule Ball in the beginning of December in Frary Dining Hall (which looks like Hogwarts, btw), which was a formal dance, and it was a blast! Free food (but of course!) and good, fast music with a live band for the first hour and a DJ the last two.

I am a freshman and so have no idea about local bars or clubs, if Claremont even has any. I kind of doubt it.

Jan 12, 2011

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Nightlife at Pomona College

mwalkup55

'12

Economics

1.9
C-

Don't Expect Much

Don't expect to come to this school expecting to have a typical, blackout-filled college experience. While there are some groups of students who wish they went to a more fratty college, and act like it, this school has a pretty subdued nightlife. The upside is that there are a lot of non-party events, so its a guarantee that you will find your niche. Parties are out there, but it is not a frat row scene.

Dec 21, 2010

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the off-campus bar and club scene on the following topics

What is the party scene like on campus?

What’s the best way to get to the popular nightlife spots?

Facts

Club Crawler

There are no clubs in this area.

Closing Time

2 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

Black Watch Pub

Organization Parties

Also often hosted by Nu Alpha Phi, although occasionally hosted by non-college-affiliated organizations, desert parties involve a huge generator and a DJ, and all-night-long rave music in the uninhabited, deep desert. Drug use is common, but certainly not required. However, before heading out to the back country, remember that running around in the desert at night in your right mind can get pretty old when you’re freezing and hungry to begin with, then boiling and burning and starving, and your ride is having such an excellent time, and is so exstatic, that he can’t exactly find it in his heart to head back until every other saggy-eyed, sand-chapped hippie has left.

Harwood Halloween used to be held in the Harwood courtyard and was consistently ranked among Playboy magazine’s top 10 college parties. Now, it’s held up on North Campus and gets shut down within a half an hour nearly every year. The problem is that Pomona gets a big-name band and gives them a big-time sound system, and the quiet, early-to-bed Claremont residents get big-time angry.

A Pomona college legend, the Bathroom Party is hosted by Nu Alpha Phi, the “hippie” frat. When it began, it was held in a different bathroom on campus each year. The theme was simple: come as naked as you can handle, cross dressing being an alternative for those not comfortable baring it all. The party grew in popularity and attendance, and in the last few years has been held in Grooveline, Pomona’s on-campus club room, also home to the always-well-attended Thursday night Junior/Senior Social. With the suspension of the Nappies’ charter, the future of the bathroom party is uncertain.

Club ListingsWhat's This?

Firecracker

This is a hip-hop club found in LA’s Chinatown. DJs spin old school, new school, hip hop, house, jazz fusion, and electronic. The environment is a bit chic, and it’s a bit of a drive, but if hip hop is what you like, it might be worth checking out. Cover price is $5–$10, and valet parking is available.

943 N Broadway

Los Angeles (Chinatown)

(323) 256-1363

www.firecracker.mu

Metro

Another ‘80s club, they seem to have become very popular in the past few years. This club doesn’t succeed in creating an authentic ‘80s vibe, rather it seems to give off an ultra-posh 2000 plus interpretation of the ‘80s. If you go here you might wait in line, and you might see a celebrity, but if you’re a Pitzer student, you probably won’t feel at home. Valet parking is available at the club.

1835 N Cahuenga Blvd.

Hollywood

XES

This club is pretty wild and is not for the weak hearted. There can be more skin than some deem appropriate, and the whole theme is excess. Heavy drinks, loud music, and a party-atmosphere prevail. Many students will not be into this place, but if you like to party hard, it might be for you. Valet parking is available.

1716 N Cahuenga Blvd.

Hollywood

(323) 461-8190

Bar Copa

This club is not well marked, as it has no sign. DJs spin hip hop and soul amongst laid-back and dimly-lit atmosphere. Most of the furniture looks expensive and modern, and it all takes on a dark hue. If you have a lot of people, you can call ahead and get a table. There is free parking available. If you like lounge clubs, this might be for you.

2810 Main St.

Santa Monica

(310) 452-2445

The Conga Room

This club, which is co-owned by Jennifer Lopez, is another Salsa hot spot. The Conga Room features live music, good eats, and drinks. If you don’t know how to salsa, it is no problem. Thursday–Saturday from 8 p.m.–9 p.m., the club opens for beginners and intermediates with lessons costing only $10. Who knows, you might meet a nice person to learn with! Dress up—no tees and jeans. Valet parking is available.

5364 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles

(323) 938-1696

www.congaroom.com

El Cid

This venue is famous for its flamenco shows, with a spicy Latin influence, this is a likely crowed pleaser. This is a club/restaurant/bar all in one. It’s in Hollywood and is famous for being one of the first soundstages in the area. Flamenco shows can sell out, so don’t just show up. Tickets are $27, but this includes a full dinner. There is free parking behind the venue.

4212 Sunset Blvd.

Silver Lake

(323) 668-0318

Bar ListingsWhat's This?

Heroes Restaurant

As popular for their food as their drinks, Heroes is a great spot to kick back and watch sports, and they even sell bagged peanuts like you’re at the ballgame.

131 Yale Ave.

Claremont

(909) 621-6712

The Hi Brow

Hi Brow is Pomona’s basic dive bar, and all Pomona students probably pass through these doors at one time or another. It is one of the last bars in California in which you can still smoke.

547 E Foothill Blvd.

Pomona

(909) 626-9340

Black Watch Pub

Black Watch is very popular with the Pomona crowd, primarily because of the large tap selection and live local bands.

497 N Central Ave.

Upland

(909) 981-6069

Friar Tucks Bar & Grille

Friar Tucks is also a good place to catch live bands, both local bands and smaller national ones. For listings of their upcoming shows, check out www.jambase.com.

540 E Foothill Blvd.

Pomona

(909) 625-7265

What to Do if You're Not 21What's This?

Sit at home and cry into your non-alcoholic near-beer. Or you could take part in one of the myriad non-alcoholic activities and events at Pomona. There isn’t any shortage. Fake IDs have become harder to construct now that the ID style has changed.

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