Getting poked with hundreds of needles while they ply you with easy listening radio isn't exactly the image that pops up when someone says "Happy hour." That said (and in the spirit of all things independent this week), why don't you ditch your coworkers the first Thursday of each month and get your happy-hour fix at Acupuncture for Athletes. Instead of downing three beers, nab a half-hour needle-poking session, which aims to leave you feeling rejuvenated and relaxed. Just don’t demonstrate the technique on your buddies with darts next week.