The Centers   

60 Brown's Race
Rochester, NY 14614
716-423-0000
www.thecenters.com/

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Pay one admission at the door and you have access to five venues within The Centers' entertainment complex. The Dance Club features a state-of-the- art lighting and sound system, purple oak bar, wraparound second-floor balcony and a 25-foot- high wall of windows facing out onto the deck and the Genesee gorge beyond. On summer evenings the music stops at dusk so visitors can fix their attention on the High Falls District's outdoor laser-light show. In the warmer months, more dancing can be had on the Centers' three rooftop decks, complete with full-service bars and space for open-air dining. Live bands playing everything from swing to party rock appear every Friday night. For a more low-key scene, try the Jazz Room. The intimate tables and cozy booths help set just the right mood for performances by local and nationally known jazz talents. Those in the mood for a family-style meal can try Frank and Louie's Bayou Bar and Grill, which serves Cajun-inspired entrees, salads, soups and sandwiches in a casual, Louisiana-themed atmosphere. The restaurant seats 200 with space left over for a few live alligators and iguanas. A 2,000-square-foot banquet facility is also available for private functions.