Jiggles
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Adult entertainment |
| Founded | January 1984 |
| Defunct | 2014 |
| Headquarters | Tualatin, Oregon , United States |
| Products | Strip club services (topless entertainment) |
Jiggles, also referred to as Jiggles Strip Club, was a strip club situated in Tualatin, Oregon, United States. Founded in January 1984, it became the first topless tavern in Tualatin and initially operated under a liquor license granted before city authorities were aware that the establishment featured topless entertainment. In January 1987, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission withdrew Jiggles' liquor license after legal disputes, compelling the club to continue without serving alcohol. This change permitted entry to individuals aged 18 and older, broadening its clientele and enhancing its role in the local culture.
In March 2014, Jiggles attracted media coverage when Jake Stoneking, a 19-year-old battling medulloblastoma, included a visit to the club on his bucket list. Later that same year, the club ceased operations and the building was torn down.
Description and history
Jiggles was positioned near exit 289 of Interstate 5 within Tualatin. The venue operated on land owned by Dean and Rona McBale, proprietors of the neighboring historic Nyberg house; both properties fell inside the city's urban renewal zone. Unlike many strip clubs across the United States, Jiggles did not serve alcoholic beverages following the loss of its liquor license, allowing patrons aged 18 and above to attend. Oregon Business reported that the club specifically targeted customers between 18 and 21 years old. Instead of alcohol, it offered coffee, energy drinks, and juices under the slogan "The Best Wiggles are at Jiggles."
In March 2014, media attention focused on Jiggles when Jake Stoneking, a 19-year-old diagnosed with medulloblastoma, chose to visit as part of his "bucket list." After his visit, the general manager of Jiggles expressed being "beyond flattered" and pledged a "special experience" should Stoneking return.
The club was demolished in 2014 as part of a redevelopment initiative spearheaded by mayor Lou Ogden aimed at constructing a Cabela's store within the Nyberg Rivers shopping center. A spokesperson for the complex expressed frustration regarding delays in closing the club. Items such as Jiggles' glass front doors and the bouncer’s chair were preserved and donated to the Tualatin Historical Society for sale; however, no plans were made for their permanent exhibition.
Reception
Jiggles operated "much to the chagrin of some city officials." The Tualatin Historical Society described it as an "infamous" establishment with signage considered detrimental to Tualatin’s family-oriented reputation. Mayor Ogden highlighted the replacement of Jiggles by Cabela's as a notable success in urban redevelopment during his administration.
See also
External links
- Meeting Notice: Tualatin Architectural Review Board: December 3, 2013 Council Chambers (PDF), containing demolition permit details for Nyberg Rivers redevelopment