Bands play every weekends. A lone pool table has also survived makeover. Theodores' ,201 Worthington St., Springfield, 736-6000. The area's premiere blues venue chock full of national and local greats, plus pool upstairs at the historic Smith's Billiards. Springfield College mainstay offers a laid-back atmosphere for food, drink and Keno during the week.
Live bands spruce up the weekends.
Tic Toc Lounge ,286 Worthington St., Springfield, 736-9378. Twelve TVs and 10 beers on tap make it a certified sports bar. Keno, acoustic Wednesdays, karoake Thursdays and weekend bands assure a diverse crowds, though. Waterfront ,920 Main St., Holyoke, 532-2292. Waterside tavern with billiards enjoys some of Boston's finest funk and rock bands in addition to local talent every Thursday through Sunday.