Going to a bar alone?

[traz]

hmm, so it's 10pm on a friday night. I've just moved to a new small town for a new job, and I know NOBODOY. No friends, nothing.

I'm 19, a pretty fun guy, and I don't like the idea of being home on a friday night. I want to meet people, make friends, bang girls, etc. But I've never been to a bar (or club) alone. Alot of people say it's weird, but alot of guys say it's the only way to go to meet new people. So I'm thinking of going tonight...but I thought I'd ask OOT about their experiences.

So...who's gone to a bar alone? Any advice? Tips? Things to say when someone inevitably asks me "so are you here alone?" Or you know, just say whatever's on your mind :P