EXPANSIONS, OPENINGS, & NEW BEGINNINGS

BOWLERO CORP. ADDS TO ITS COUNT

Bowlero Corp., a global leader in bowling entertainment, has completed the acquisition of Great Escape in Iowa. This is the company’s 15th completed acquisition, bringing the total center count to 326. Located in Pleasant Hill, a suburb of Des Moines, Great Escape is a 24-lane bowling center featuring laser tag, over 50 arcade games, virtual reality, and a full-service restaurant. This is Bowlero’s second acquisition in Iowa.

THE PARK AT RVA IS VIRGINIA’S NEW FEC

In 2023, Richmond, VA, will be the new home of The Park at RVA, a multi-entertainment venue guaranteed to be a gathering place for fun. The $8 million project features a 55,000-square-foot space complete with bowling, virtual golf, karaoke, and a comedy club. As soon as guests walk through the entryway, they’re greeted by a 60-foot-long bar, billed as the largest in Virginia. At the back of the main bar, there are 18 lanes of duckpin bowling. Orcun Turkay, managing partner, said, “We wanted to design a space that was relevant, engaging, and above all, fun. What we’ve created is an indoor wonderland that caters to guests from all walks of life.”

Creative Works Welcomes Kids

Escape Rooms are trendy, lucrative, fun, and invite a plethora of participants: families; friends; business associates; teams; strangers. Working together for a united outcome has elevated escape rooms to must-have offering for FECs and bowling centers. Everyone is welcome! However, Creative Works, the manufacturer of the WOW Effect, known for VR, laser tag, and escape rooms, realized that there were participants who had “escaped” them. Kids 12 and under weren’t wowed. Often the puzzles puzzled them and while playing with family and other older friends, they were left out—observers at best. That’s where Slime Works came in. What would be better than concocting a vibrant-colored gooey slime that could be taken home. This new offering from Creative Works gives kids whacky puzzles to find three ingredients to make slime and escape the room. Amy Palmer, general manager of Booby Trap Escape Rooms in Delton, WI, shared: “I absolutely would recommend this room for any FEC. Kids love slime. It gives them a chance to get messy. The fact that they’re able to solve all these puzzles with very little parent help, it’s just really a great time for kids.”

Beavercreek Fec Is On Par

On Par in Beavercreek, OH, is offering lots of fun. Games and activities featured in the center will include five private karaoke rooms that can be rented hourly; 12 duckpin bowling lanes; three to nine-hole high-tech mini-golf courses; giant Jenga; shuffle boards; and ping pong tables. There will also be three bars with 102 self-pour taps featuring craft and domestic beer. With the self-pour offer, guests will be able to try a variety of drinks. On Par will serve mostly Ohio products focusing on brands in the Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus areas.

EXPERIENCED MECHANIC NEEDED FOR 32 LANE CENTER

Great opportunity in the Tampa Bay area 8270 AMF Pinsetters // Salary and benefits determined by experience // E-Mail resume to manager@oakfieldlanes.com or Call Tammy Jacobs @ (813)681-4783

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

NEW & USED Pro Shop Equipment. Jayhawk Bowling Supply. (800)255-6436 or jayhawkbowling.com.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

PRO SHOP TRAINING. Classes always forming. Jayhawk Bowling Supply (800)255-6436 or jayhawkbowling.com.

BOWLING, RESTAURANT & LOUNGE FOR SALE

Owners retiring. Over 14,000 square feet in pristine condition with state of the art bowling lanes and equipment and well appointed kitchen. Seating capacity of over 200. The ‘Fred’s Team’ has grown the business to be well established with excellent cash flow. A popular night spot for locals and tourists alike. Located in the Heart of Northern Michigan near Forest Dunes Golf Course and the popular Higgins and Houghton Lakes. For details email RuthAClemens@gmail.com or call 989-429-3100. Coldwell Banker SCHMIDT Realtors.

MANAGEMENT AND MECHANIC POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Multi-unit family-owned business in New Jersey is looking for senior management and mechanic team members. Email resume to sgroce@nationwidebowling.com

Mechanic Retiring

HIGH Level mechanic retiring – willing to train next hire for our 26 lane center with restaurant. Only the third mechanic since 1959 for our very stable, family business. Great opportunity in beautiful northwest NJ/PA border town. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Email resume to rob.plenge@comcast.net or call Rob 908-763-1192.

SERVICES AVAILABLE

Drill Bit Sharpening and Measure Ball Repair. Jayhawk Bowling Supply. (800)255-6436 or jayhawkbowling.com