Penticton is reaching the end of an era as the prepares to permanently close its doors following the September long weekend.
The night club first opened at 218 Martin St. 20 years ago.
The decision was not an easy one, but the right move for owner Bill Proznick, who purchased the club in 2000. He is proud of the changes and renovations The Mule underwent over the years under his ownership that lead to the establishment it is now.
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Proznick recalls that the biggest changes at the club occurred in 2008 and 2009 when 91裸聊视频淒J91裸聊视频檚 became the popular thing in clubs.91裸聊视频� Though this new trend didn91裸聊视频檛 impede The Mule91裸聊视频檚 numerous live shows over the years.
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Proznick stated that while Penticton could still support a night club, he believes The Mule91裸聊视频檚 venue no longer suited the purpose. He thinks someone else will 91裸聊视频渟tep up91裸聊视频� with another dance club in the area for locals to enjoy.
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With what will be taking The Mule91裸聊视频檚 place, Proznick stated 91裸聊视频渢he new venture is made up of mostly local individuals (and) investors with fresh ideas and energy91裸聊视频� who will 91裸聊视频渃reate a fantastic new destination for Downtown Penticton.91裸聊视频�
Jennifer Vincent, economic development specialist with the City of Penticton, said there 91裸聊视频渉as been a change in (the types) of businesses looking for opportunities within the city.91裸聊视频�
91裸聊视频淲e91裸聊视频檙e always sad to see a family-owned business that91裸聊视频檚 been around for two decades close its doors, but it does sound like there is an opportunity on the horizon that will add the to vibrancy of downtown in a new and refreshing way,91裸聊视频� said Vincent.
Still, Proznick would like to extend his thanks to those who made the nightclub such a success.
91裸聊视频淭o the thousands of patrons that stepped inside our room and the hundreds of staff members that joined our team over the years, we thank you all for your support and smiles. It has been a pleasure to have served our city,91裸聊视频� said Proznick.
Randy Farmer and DJ Roberto Styles will be performing at The Mule Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, respectively. The club will also be open for an open house from 4 to 10 p.m. on Sept. 2, which will feature a goodbye performance from Penticton91裸聊视频檚 own Rumble 100.
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