Garrett Peck

Garrett Peck is the author of The Prohibition Hangover: Alcohol in America from Demon Rum to Cult Cabernet, (September 2009). Visit www.prohibitionhangover.com.

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Measuring the Nightlife Economy

Club and bar operators flex their economic muscle and collaborate with the community. Here’s a look at how nightlife, government and community groups are coming to the table.

Going Live

For nightclub and bar owners, live entertainment is a powerful draw as consumers show more interest in seeing live entertainment.

Making Social Media Stick

The world of tweeting, texting and friending might seem overwhelming, but social media can be a great marketing resource for bars and nightclubs.

Mixing It Up: The Future of the Gay Bar

Gay bars are now courting straight patrons and vice versa.