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Each year Carbondale police officers say there are more problems. The party started originally at the Pinch Penny Pub in Carbondale, and now there are three other bars in downtown Carbondale joining in on the fun. Callahan's, Saluki Bar and Stix all take part as well. On Saturday morning at 10 a. We came down from University of Illinois. I'm from up in Bloomington," said Jeff Dekoker. We heard it was a great time, we heard that they were trying to sit the record for the most Corona's drank.

So we came out to see what it's all about. Within an hour after the bar doors opening Carbondale police were busy writing tickets for people with open containers in public, and under age consumption of alcohol. Officers are trying to keep everyone safe during the party. They've called in extra officers to help patrol the streets and bars in downtown Carbondale. Memorial Hospital of Carbondale has called in extra staff to help with any added emergencies that may happen during the Polar Bear Party.

Southern Illinois University's Chancellor Rita Cheng warned SIU students in an email earlier in the week that the University does not condone this type of an event, and that anyone who is a student and gets in trouble off campus can still face disciplinary action from the university. Skip to content. Henry says he hopes everyone has a fun and safe weekend. Edit Close. Toggle navigation. Weather Forecast. Photo Galleries. B Barnstorming Tour across Kentucky stops in Paducah. Your May 4 storm photos.

Traxx, previously known as Sidetracks, is located at S. Illinois St, next to the Evolve apartment complex. Traxx is within walking distance of the towers and Thompson Point and has changed a lot since it was Sidetracks; there is no longer an outside portion with a stage.

Now Traxx has a sunken dance floor with a small stage for DJ equipment, but it still has plenty of specials for drinks and pool tables. Saluki is one of the most prolific bars in Carbondale. It is located at E. Saluki also has a kitchen; they serve everything from appetizers such as jalapeno poppers and wings to burgers and sandwiches. Saluki is open from 8 p. The other half of Saluki Bar, Levels has the largest dance floor in Carbondale. Levels is open from Thursday to Saturday from 10 p.

Levels, along with Saluki, is having a Pucking Polar Bear event. Hangar 9 has a very unique aesthetic compared to the other bars in Carbondale. It has an upper and lower level along with an outdoor section, and is made to look like an old airplane hangar.

Hangar is open from 3 p. It is located at S Illinois Ave and is open from 8 a.