And, it's hard to overlook the smattering of unmentionables strewn from a plastic shark above the front bar. The front space caters to patrons who want to hear the evening's live band, while those who want more of a group atmosphere wander to the rear. Nearly every night, you'll find area bands on the bar's rather large stage. During the weekends, patrons might hear the blues, reggae, folk, rock or a cover band. On Tuesdays, Life's Too Short sponsors open mic nights.
Bands come from around the Midwest for a chance to play to some new ears.
You'll also find some rarities for eclectic music tastes, including cajun, country and bluegrass. When a band is on, conversations can be challenged in the front section. The outside lower decks, however, are far enough away to mute the sound, but close enough that you can still hear while talking in a group. The bar is big enough, and usually its windows are open, to filter any overwhelming scents outside. By no means is Life's Too Short a be-seen scene, but it's still prime people watching.