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Wanting to try something new, we decided to go to the greyhound races as we've never been before. So, we dressed casual and hit the road, hoping for some excitement.  BOY, was that a mistake !!

We first stopped by the hai-lai (spelling?)arena.....It was a FILTHY mess; bums hanging out in front and the inside was disgusting. The sign (outside) is falling apart along with the rest of the building. We got the heck out of there & headed for the dog track.

We figured it would be a descent place to spend a few bucks. ONCE again I was mistaken. The parking lot is a dirt area with no lighting and completely disorganized. The inside shocked us all. It was a pit !!! Kids hanging out..calling out for their Dad, who's gambling away somewhere in the building. It was so filthy, I think the dirt on the track was the cleanest part of the whole place. What a disappointment !! We watched the dogs run 2 races...and left.

Needless to say, our trip was fruitless & I can't imagine why these places are so delapitated and dirty.

So, if you think it might be fun, ...it won't !!

Anybody ever been to these places?  What was your experience?