Bowling Alleys In Indianapolis

Indianapolis Bowling

Friday, January 13, 2012 by Susie Brehob

When my daughter Cassie turned 12 she wanted to have a bowling birthday party at Sport Bowl (which used to be one of the bowling centers in Indianapolis) She and her sister Carly had grown up in the bowling alley because her dad and I were the owners. It wasn't just a bowling party though, it was a slumber party. We started the party in the evening and the kids bowled and camped out in the playroom. We all slept in sleeping bags on the concrete floor. They even bowled in their pajamas!

It was great fun for them to bring their friends bowling as they had the run of the place. They would bowl, fix their own drinks in the snack bar, play arcades and basically show their friends a good time. Our offices were upstairs and they would all hang out, do their homework and spend time till we got off work. Their friends loved going there after school.

We used to go in on holidays when no one was in the bowling center and the kids would run around, slide on the approaches and bowl in the dark. We even took our collie sometimes. She would try to walk down the lane and all she would do is slip and slide. Pretty funny to watch!

Cassie started her work career at Sport Bowl by learning to file, stuff envelopes and do payroll. She later was a lane attendant, counter person and even worked as cleaning crew over-night. She and her friend Leslie were cleaning one night when the vacuum cleaner caught on fire in the snack bar and we had to call the fire department.

I can't remember what Carly started out doing but she eventually was a supervisor and bartender/waitress. Carly loved bowling and may have have been running the bowling center had it not been sold.

Both girls bowled in our Saturday Morning Youth League and in the Teen Traveling League.
High School bowling didn't start until Cassie was out of school but Carly bowled for Perry Meridian High School. She was on the team when they won the Indiana State Championship girls division.

Bowling has always been a part of our lives. Carly still bowls for fun and Cassie organizes a bowling event for her fellow teachers at Lowell Elementary, and I work at Western Bowl.

Share your stories if you were a bowling alley kid or your kids grew up in a bowling center.
I'd love to hear them.

Until next time...

GO BOWLING!

SNOW IS HERE

Wednesday, December 28, 2011 by Terri Powell

Oh finally the snow arrives and it seems to change the tone of everything. I only wish it had snowed like this on Christmas. Have you ever noticed when you are outside how quiet it becomes. It brings a peacefulness. But I know only too well how busy the bowling alleys in Indianapolis are when the snow begins to fly. The kids are out of school and the planning for the New Years' Eve event are enough to make you go crazy. You can ask anyone of the staff and they will tell you this is a great time of year but NUTS.

I called around to our bowling centers today, to see how everyone was doing with their big parties coming up. Southern bowling center has only 3 lanes left and everyone else has several openings.

They will be blowing up balloons, getting party favors together, buying those crazy door prizes and preparing the food. It takes every employee to pull those parties off. Team building Indianapolis is at it's highest when it comes to NYE at the bowling centers. There is a sense of pride when you look at your evening and know that approximately 1000 people celebrated the New Year with you.

The Language of the Lanes

Friday, September 9, 2011 by Terri Powell

Now that I have been in my new office for close to a month I was cleaning out a few files left from who knows when and I found a list of interesting bowling terms. I have been hanging out at Bowling Alleys in Indianapolis for more years than I care to count and thought I knew all the bowling lingo. Well let me tell you, I do not!

If you go to any Indiana bowling centers on league night you are bound to hear the language of the lanes. I'm sure that most Bowling Alleys in Indianapolis all sound the same on league night. We all talk the language of the lanes.

Looking over this list of bowling lingo (33 definitions in fact) there were only 11 I knew. I made the decision to call on a few folks that had been in the bowling leagues Indianapolis a little longer than me and see if they knew them. I did not set anyone up to fail, I told them the list I was reading, were bowling terms.

Barb Short, Manager at Expo Bowling Center, http://royalpin.com/ExpoBowl/expo.htm thank goodness had not heard of many more than I. For example: she had heard of the Christmas Tree (leaving the 3-7-10 combination for righthander or the 2-7-10 combination for a lefthander; these are also called "faith, hope and charity") but was not able to come up with it's definition.

Monica Meals, Program Director at Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis http://royalpin.com/WoodlandBowl/woodland.htm had no idea what I was talking about when I asked her about "poison ivy" (the troublesome 3-7-10 split) also known as the "Christmas Tree". Her response was "that stuff you get from the yard". Let me tell you, she is one sharp cookie and if she didn't know this, we could be looking at some real old school terms, after all she is a spring chicken. She knew about the same number as I.

In my quest to find others who had heard of these words, I have only found one and he started throwing words from the list at me and he hadn't even looked at it. My guess is these are old school. Let's make this interesting and see how many of you are familiar with some of these and maybe even have some to share. When you are bowling leagues in Indianapolis do you use bowling lingo and have you heard of any of these? I would love to heard what you think each of these mean.

1. Mother-In-Law 2. Blowout 3. Grasshopper 4. Throwing Rocks 5. Umbrella Ball

I will post the definitions for these 5 tomorrow

Learn to Bowl (better)

Thursday, October 14, 2010 by Stacey Davis

I’m what the industry calls an open bowler – someone who comes in on weekend nights after the leagues and bowls a few games once or twice a year. I call people like me recreational bowlers.

One of the things that keeps me from bowling is I’m not very good at it. As a teenager and in college my friends and I would go to the bowling alley and have a good time. But by the middle of the 3^rd game I was just throwing the ball down the lane to get it over with. I'm not about to sign up for an Indianapolis bowling tournament (yet), but I have a competitive streak in me and pretty much only have fun if I’m at least within a competitive score.

As the marketing director of several Indianapolis bowling centers it’s my job to find more recreational bowlers like me and introduce them back into bowling in Indianapolis. Royal Pin has a great Learn to Bowl program. I decided to promote the bowling lesson with Coach Ray Muir by taking them myself. I will blog about it the whole way through, including photos and videos.

Each week, or as we can set it up, I will have a bowling lesson with Ray. He’ll show me how things are suppose to be done and give me custom one-on-one training. As part of his program Ray will video record my steps as I bowl and give tips on how to improve my game. At my level, he’ll also need to give me the basic rules of the game.

Between coaching lessons I’ll be bowling with my friend Chris Nelson. Chris use to bowl as a kid and teenager. I plan to catch up and pass him. We’ll end up having to give him some pointers by the time this is done.

Ray and Dave Snell coach at all levels. They’ll do group or personal training. Check out our site for more information.

Our coaching program is a great step to getting non bowlers to feel good about bowling. As Coach Snell says, its 90% mental, 10% talent.

We had our first event pre bowling lesson, Tuesday. Let me say, there is very much room for improvement!

Youth Bowling

Saturday, October 9, 2010 by Terri Powell

Teen Travelers Youth Bowling Leagues Indianapolis has their kick off this weekend.

Sunday is the first day of the Teen Travelers league. Expo Bowling Center is the first host of the year and like us here at Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis looking forward to a successful season.

This year Woodland Bowling Center has 2 boys teams and 1 girls team. We are excited about our teams and are sure that the Woodland teams will do very well.

It is amazing how the kids have grown up, some of these kids have been bowling in our youth bowling leagues for years. There are a few of them that started in the bumper division and I'm pretty sure that several of them have had their kids bowling birthday parties at our centers.

These kids are gaining experience visiting bowling alleys in Indianapolis each Sunday and competing for scholarships. Most of them have taken bowling lesson and some are still receiving lessons. They work very hard to improve their game. Some continuing in Indianapolis bowling tournament and league bowling through out their lifetime.

Good Luck to all the travelers and special high five for the teams from Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis!

Bowling Alley vs Bowling Center

Friday, September 3, 2010 by Terri Powell

Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis, back in the day was a place where our parents went out to the bowling "alley". It was smoke filled and the beer flowed. Now it is not smoke filled but you can still have that beer. There are no worries about score keeping, only worry is what activity to do first. The bowling "alleys" are now a more family oriented place. Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis has become a place to relax, enjoy music, play billiards and enjoy the bowling atmosphere. There are so many possibilities from playing arcade games, food, leagues or recreational bowling. It is hard to imagine Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis ever being a bowling "alley". Recently while watching a Mom with her children, I realized how different things are. I would so enjoy being that kid again. No more would I have to hang out behind Mom and Dad's lane. I would be able to play for hours in the Big Top and go outside and play Pirate's Cove Miniature Golf. I thought how lucky I am to work in an industry that promotes not only corporate outings but also family time. Thank you to all the families that schedule their kids bowling birthday parties and help change the bowling "alley" into a bowling center.

"Birthday Celebrations"

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Have a Kid’s Birthday Party coming up?.... Worried about the planning?…. Making a the food?...... And what about cleaning up the mess?
Don't worry! .............Call us we will do all the work.
Western Bowl Indianapolis features three different "Hands Free" Birthday Kid’s Parties suitable for any type of "Celebration" that will fit into your budget.
All Birthday packages are based on eight (8) children and feature one hour and 15 minutes of bowling, use of shoes, a decorated table on the concourse, with a balloon bouquet, an "Bowling Pin" for the Birthday Child for their friends to autograph as a "Keepsake." Plus, the Birthday Child also receives a "Free Membership" into the "Bowlopolis" Kids Club.
The "Spare" package which is only $74.99 and features: Ten (10) Arcade tokens per child attending the party. All of the guest also receive "Bowlopolis" coupons good for "FREE" Bowling, plus passes to "Greatimes Amusement Center, "Laser Storm" and "Pirates’ Cove Miniature Golf," If you like to invite additional guests over the eight (8) the cost $7.50 is each.
Our most popular "Strike" package is $98.99 features everything the "Spare" package does, but it also includes free "Bowlopolis" theme plates, napkins, invitations, balloons and temporary tattoos. You also receive a 22 ounce soft drink and your choice of Hot Dog & Chips, or Chicken Nuggets & Chips or Pizza & Chips (a Fruit Cup may replace chips on any food choice). Additional children may be added for $10.50 per person.
The Deluxe "300" package is $146.99 it features: All the items in the "Spare" & "Strike" programs but also includes a "Mylar balloon" and "Goodie Bags" for the guests of the party. Additional kids may be added for $16.50 each.
All parties require a non-refundable $25 deposit ant the time of the reservation

Plus, Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kids Parties in "Cosmic Bowling" highlighted with spectacular "Light Shows" starting at Noon on Saturday’s right after the Youth Bowling Leagues and Friday nights starting at 5 PM.

Here are some comments from satisfied parents having recent "Kids Parties" or "Birthday Parties" at Western Bowl.

Mrs. Staq. quotes: "Birthday host Zack did a great job."……… We had a blast!"

Mom Becky remarks: "Birthday hostess Sharon was awesome!"

Mom Gina said: "My Hostess Sharon was great and deserves a raise."

Mom Patty comments: "Sharon was the best Hostess. Everythiing was nice and clean. All the people in our party were very impressed and we would love to have all our Birthday Parties held here.

To maximizev your child's birthday with one of our "Kid’s Parties" and it doesn’t hurt that Western Bowl Indianapolis is also one of the finest and most modern bowling alleys in Indianapolis and all of Indiana.

Western Bowl Indianapolis is located in Indianapolis on West Washington Street ½ mile west of Interstate 465.at exit 12.

Enjoy your child's Birthday and sit back and relax. To book one of our "Hands Free" Kid’s parties call Western Bowl Indianapoli's Program Office at 317-247-4426.

"Cosmic Birthday Parties"

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Royal Pin Leisure Centers Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kids "Cosmic" Birthday Parties start right after the Saturday Youth Bowling Leagues have finished. The "Kid's Parties" are one of the top events in Indianapolis.

Western Bowl Indianapolis is located just a 1/2 mile west of Interstate 465 & High School Road. on West Washington St. And Western Bowl Indianapolis just happens to be one of the finest bowling alleys in the city of Indianapolis.

Here are some comments from satisfied parents having recent Kids Parties or Birthday Parties at Western Bowl.

Mom Karen comments: Very good help and very organized. We will return next year and all our friends and family. "Thank you Sharon!"

Here's Mom Mary Comments: "Sharon" was "EXCELLENT!!" J She was so helpful with everything, from when I inquired about the birthday party and running it today, "She is the best!"

Mom Sharon comment: "Rena was Great!" I absolutely love her. Anything I needed she was right there ready & willing to please."

Mom. Brenda Said "Sharon was the best hostess we have had. She is wonderful."............. "Thank you for a great party!"

'Mom. Susie The Kid's Birthday Party was excellent. "Rena was great!" Everything was a success and the kids had a really great time."

How would you like a "Hands Free" Kid’s party? You can sit back and enjoy yourself and "Let us do all the work." Contact Western Bowl Indianapolis' Program Office at 307-247-4426 for more details.

Kid's"Cosmic" Birthday Parties

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Bowl Indianpolis

Looking for something different to celebrate your child’s Birthday? Well Western Indianapolis has "Kid's Bowling Birthday Parties" and they are in full tempo at Western Bowling Center, located in Indianapolis at Interstate 465 (exit 12) & ½ mile west of High School Road on West Washington St., and it is one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis' Royal Pin Leisure Centers Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kids "Cosmic" Birthday Parties starting right after the Saturday Youth Bowling Leagues have finished at noon.

Western Bowl Indianapolis does all the work and you can sit back and relax or join in and participate in the bowling festivities.

How satisfied are the people who book their Kid’s Bowling Birthday’s with us?

Well, here are some comments from satisfied parents having recent Kids Parties or Birthday Parties at Western Bowl Indianapolis.

Mom Tany comments: "It was a wonderful experience. Rena was a get party attendant."

Mom Shanuka says: "Loved my hostess (Sharon) to the most. We had not one problem with anything. We will be back to do it again."

Dad David said: "Sharon is a great hostess. Anything in the future our parties will be here. We will request Sharon again."

You too can join the group and celebrate a hand free Kids Birthday Party and let us do all the work. Just contact our Program Office at 307-247-4426 for details.

Indianapolis Bowling Tournament

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 by Terri Powell

Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis is in the final stages of preparation for the quarterly 9 pin no tap tournament. This should prove to be a great event this weekend. John is hard at work to insure a fun time is had by all.

If you have never been to Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis this would be a great time to experience our facility. We are one of the best bowling alleys in Indianapolis. Do not be fooled by our ability to host great tournaments, we are also the best place to host your next Indianapolis team building event. There are so many things to choose from at Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis, here are a few things to consider when you are plaing your next corporate outing. You could do a corporate outings marathon, bowling, arcades, Pirates Cove miniatuare golf and billards. Then finish your day with a beverage in one of our two lounges!

You might also want to consider scheduling kids bowling parties. Woodland bowling center Indianapolis cannot be topped for bowling birthday party. In recent weeks parents have left the following comment cards.

The Jackson Family writes:      Max was Great!
Chris writes:  Everyone did a great job for us!
The Knotts Family writes: It was a great experience. Everything was well planned out and the gift bags were excellent. Tylisa did a great job!

Once again I am proud of our kids bowling parties hosts. They work very hard to provide stress free bowling birthday party.

"Cosmic Birthday's Blasts at Western"

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling - Western Bowl:

Several great "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" recently took place at Western Bowl, located just off I-465 on West Washington St. and High School Road.

The Saturday "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" featuring "Cosmic Bowling" start right after the Youth Bowing Leagues on at Noon.

Here are just a few comments from satisfied Mom’s that had their child’s birthday party at Western Bowl Indianapolis, one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

Mom Andrea commented: "Rena was our hostess, she was very helpful. I would definitely come back and have another Kids Birthday Party again, at Western Bowl Indianapolis!"

Mom Sarah said: Our host Zack was great. The Kids Birthday Party was excellent!"

Mom Heather stated: "We had the best hostess Sharon. It was a wonderful Kids Birthday Party!" We rate our experience excellent!"

Mom Vicky said: "Zack was very helpful & polite!" An excellent Kids Birthday Party."

You too can celebrate a "Hands Free Kids Birthday Party" and let us do all the work and you can join in the "Fun." Just contact Western Bowl's Program Office at 317-247-4426 for more details.

Cosmic Birthday Prties

Wednesday, May 12, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling - Western Bowl:

Kid’s birthday coming? Well, you and your child can celebrate a "hands free Kids Birthday Party" and let us do all the work and you can join in the "Fun."

How about a "Cosmic Bowling Birthday Party? The Saturday "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" featuring "Cosmic Bowling" start right after the Youth Bowing Leagues on at Noon. You have your choice of three (3) differnt "Kid's Bowing Party" that will fit into your budget.

Several great "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" recently took place at Western Bowl, located just off I-465 on West Washington St. and High School Road.

Here are just a few comments from satisfied Mom’s that had their child’s birthday party at Western Bowl Indianapolis, one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

Mom Susan said: "Sharon was an excellent hostess. She was very attendant and very helpful. The food was great! We will be back soon."

Mom Pam commented: "Zack was a great party attendant. Thanks you!"

Mom Sarah stated: "Our host Zack did an excellent job!"

Mom Tracy said: "Thank you, everything was sparkly

Mom Christina commented: "Sharon was terrific! She was so helpful and always close by, I couldn’t have done it without her!"

Want to have a "hands free Kids Birthday Party?" Just contact Western Bowl's Program Office at 317-247-4426 for more details.

Hands Free Birthday Parties

Wednesday, April 28, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Having a Kid’s Birthday Party?.... Worried about the planning? Making a the food?...... And what about cleaning up the mess?……… Well, don't fret! .............Let us do all the work. Western Bowl features three different "Hands Free" Kid’s Birthday Parties suitable for any type of "Celebration" that will fit into your budget.

Plus, Indianapolis' Royal Pin Leisure Center's Western Bowl features Kids "Glow in the Dark Cosmic Bowling" Birthday Parties highlighted with spectacular "Light Shows" starting at Noon on Saturday’s right after the Youth Bowling Leagues.

Western Bowl is located in Indianapolis on West Washington Street near Interstate 465 & High School Road. To maximize the experience it doesn’t hurt that Western Bowl is also one of the finest and modern bowling alleys in Indianapolis and all of Indiana.

Here are some comments from satisfied parents having recent "Kids Parties" or "Birthday Parties" at Western Bowl.

Mom Crystal quotes: "Sharon and Rena were awesome!! Thanks you so much."

Mom Denise remarks: "Our host Zack was very polite. I will do another party here at sometime."

Mom Brandi said: "Sharon was great. She is wonderful with kids! I would love to have a party with her again."

Mrs. Jones comments: "The staff was very helpful and friendly. This was a lot of fun. Thanks!"

To book your "Hands Free" Kid’s birthday party call Western Bowl’s Program Office at 317-247-4426.

Radio "X -103’s Carb Day Bowling Classic"

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Radio's "X -103’s Carb Day Cosmic Bowling Classic" a Indianapolis bowling tournament sponsored by Miller Lite took place on Saturday, April 17, at Western Bowl Indianapolis, located on West Washington Street just a ½ mile west of Interstate 465.

A total of 64 of radio’s "X -103’’ most faithful listeners formed 16 teams of 4 players each to compete for "Indy 500 Carb Day" packages.

Also, on hand at Indianapolis Western Bowl to promote the bowling tournament were the "Miller Lite Girls" who gave away T-shirts and bottle "koozies." While Radio X-103 gave away "Concert Tickets, CD’s, DVD’s while the bowling tournament was taking place at one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

There were two "Grand Prizes" for the tournament. Two "Mystery Scores" determined the winning bowler’s. One score for a three game series under 520 and the other "Mystery Score" was between 521 and 650. Therefore, high and low average bowlers all had a equal chance to win.

The two lucky blind draw winners were Ashlee Bear who bowled a 472 series and David Ross who shot a 593 set. Ashlee and David took home tickets for all of the fun activities at the "Miller Lite" party, taking place in turn 4 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on "Carb Day" May 28th.

Everyone participating had a great time bowling and while a local radio DJ kept things hopping over the P.A. system, at Western Bowl Indianapolis, between the music, giving prizes away and keeping everone udated on what was taking place.

Cosmic Birthday Parties

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling - Western Bowl:

Several great "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" recently took place at Western Bowl Indianapolis, located just off I-465 on West Washington St. (exit 12) and High School Road.

The Saturday "Kids Bowling Birthday Parties" featuring "Cosmic Bowling" start right after the Youth Bowing Leagues on at Noon. You too can enjoy and celebrate a "hands free Kids Birthday Party" and let us do all the work and you can join in the "Fun." There are three packages to choose from.

Here are just a few comments from satisfied Mom’s that had their child’s birthday party at Western Bowl Indianapolis, one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

Mom Becky said: "Our birthday hostess Sharon was awesome Everything went very well."

Mom Kim: commented: "Zack was very helpful and the perfect host."

Mom Amber stated: "Our host Zack was great and we will definitely come back for more parties. Thanks"

Mom Taryn said: "The service was great.. Zack was very helpful & polite!"

Celebrate a "hands free Kids Birthday Party" and let us do all the work and you can join in the "Fun." Just contact Western Bowl's Program Office at 317-247-4426 for more details.

Bowling with the "Easter Bunny"

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling

Holiday Kid's Bowling Parties are in full rhythm at Western Bowl
Indianapolis, located just ½ mile west of Interstate 465 on West Washington
street. One of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis

This weekend Indianapolis' Royal Pin Leisure Bowling Centers featured" Kids
Bowling Party" was "Bowling with the Easter Bunny." The feature started
right after the Saturday Youth Bowling Leagues finished. 24 "In awe" kids
were thrilled that "Easter Bunny" took time out of his busy schedule to bowl
with them "at Indianapolis' Western Bowl, last Saturday afternoon.

At the "Kid's Bowling Party with Easter Bunny" the excited and happy
children had the opportunity to sit on "Easter Bunny's" lap. All of Kids at
the bowling party had their picture taken with the "Bunny", as a remembrance
of this "Happy Time" to take home. Another highlight was when the "Easter
Bunny" went and hopped along with the kids going lane to lane, bowling along
the way and interacting with the kid's. For only $9.99 all the participants
got there shoes, bowled two games and had a snack of fruit punch drink, an
Oreo cookie package and of course Easter eggs.

Here a few of the comments made by the parents in attendance at this Kid's
Bowling Party in Indianapolis.

Nikita comment: "Great Kid's Party." I think it is good that there is some
place to take the kids to do something fun for the Holidays, Thank you!"

Mike comments: "Awesome "Fun" bowling party for my 6 year old. The "Disco"
lights were a great touch. "PLEASE" do it again next year!"

Tammi comments: The "Easter Bunny "was "Great." Hope to see you again soon.
Thank you!"

Tammy B. comments: "Bowling with the Easter Bunny is a "Great" program.
Everyone has a lot of "Fun." And the Price is very affordable. "Loved it."

Dana comments:" We had a lot of "Fun" bowling with Easter Bunny." A great
kid's bowling party.

Danae & Shari comments: "This was a "Fun" kid's bowing party for the kids
and the parents. Good job!"

Melissa comments: "Very nice time for the children and a reasonable price."

Dar comments: "The kids had a good time, we enjoyed everything!"

Amy comments: "Awesome!" Kid's bowling party!

Christina comments "Great time!" the Kids had "Fun" at this bowling party.

"It was the Best Birthday Party Ever!"

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling

In full swing at Western Bowl Indianapolis are "Kid's Bowling Birthday Parties." Plus, it doen't hurt that Western Bowl Indianapolis just happens to be one of the most modern and finest bowling alleys in Indiana. The center is also host to many of the Bowling Special Events in Indianapolis.

Here's an e-mail from an elated Dad who recently had a "Kid's Bowling Birthday Party" at Western Bowl Indianapolis.

In his e-mail the Dad Howard simply stated, "It was the Best Party Ever!"

He added, "I'm sorry to get back with you so late, I got a comment card and found it on my desk today. We had my daughters 11th birthday party last Saturday, our host was "Zack he was GREAT!" We were very well taken care of."

"All the kids loved him and my daughter said that this was the "Best Party Ever" and we have had some big parties for her."

"We were greeted by your staff with a "warm welcome." I just can't say enough about you guys. "KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! "

"I also got information from a lady @ a table regarding a league and we are considering doing that. "

"Again thanks,"

Howard M.

Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kid's Bowling Birthday Parties in "Cosmic" Bowling starting right after the Saturday Indianapolis Youth Bowling Leagues have finished at Noon.

"Let us do all the work." Then "You" too can "Celebrate "and "Enjoy" a "Hand's Free" Kids Bowling Birthday Party.

Western Bowl Indianapolis. located just off Interstate 465 on West Washington Street just ½ mile west of High School Road.

Just contact Western Bowl Indianapolis' Program Office at 307-247-4426 for more details.

"Mom" is Very Happy with Birthday Party

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling

Royal Pin Leisure Center's Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kid's "Cosmic" Birthday Parties and they start at Noon right after the Saturday morning Youth Bowling Leagues have finished. How great are the parties?

Well, here's an e-mail we received from a very "Happy" Mom.

"Just wanted to shoot a quick email concerning our experience today! It was awesome - we all had a great time! "

"Our two party organizers were the best. There names were Sharon and Rina. Rina was in training and Sharon is also a great trainer. "

"They were "on it" the entire time. We never had to ask for, wait, or wonder for anything the whole time. We were never rushed like you are usually at other places we've had parties at."

"Thank you Western for the awesome party, and we will for sure be back!"

Crystal B.

Western Bowl Indianapolisis located at Interstate 465 just a 1/2 mile West of High School Road. Western Bowl is also one of the most modern and finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

Want a "Hands Free" Kid’s party? Let us do all the work. Contact our Program Office at 307-247-4426 for details.

St. Patrick's March Madness Scotch Doubles

Sunday, March 14, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

A "Fun Bowling" Indianapolis Bowling Tournament was held at Western Bowl Indianapolis this past weekend. The "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles" took place on Sunday, March 14.

18 couples joined in the fun to bowl in the "Scotch Doubles" event at Western Bowl Indianapolis.

The "Scotch Doubles" format is when the male bowler bowls the first ball in the in games one and three and his female partner tries to convert any spares he may leave. In game two and four the situation is reversed and the lady shoots at the strikes and her gentleman partner rolls at her spares.

The event is handicapped at 80% of 420 for the team. You must a verifiable league average to get a handicap or you have to bowl scratch. Plus, we reserve to re-rate your average if we feel it is necessary.

Here at the results of the recent "Fun" filled "Scotch Doubles" event held at Western Bowl Indianapolis, which also happens to be one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis:

Michael Barnique and his partner Tanya Dawson put together games 215, 115, 199 and 127 for a 653 scratch total and had a total handicap of 626 for a grand total of 1294 to take home the $120 first place prize.

Coming is second placeWestern Bowl was Jeff and Stephanie David who totaled 781 scratch plus a 476 Handicap for a 1257 total to win $90. Third Place went to the duo of Gregory Sheriff and Aiesha Price who shot a 702 actual total with a handicap of 448 to net out 1150 and won $60. Fourth place went to Jason and Bridget Naylor who knocked down 747 pins with a handicap of 396 to total 1143 and net out $36.

The Western Bowl Indianapolis bowing tournament also feature an actual "300" game by John White. While partner SaPrina Austill just sat and watched because she had no spares to shot at.

Western Bowl Indianapolis will also be hosting the "Easter Scotch Doubles" event on Saturday, April 10. Bowling starts at 1 PM and check in starts at 12:30 PM. Cost is $30 per couple and the top four place are estimated to be 1st $125, 2nd $100, third place $75 and 4th place $50, based on 25 entries.

You may make your reservation for the ""Easter Scotch Doubles" by calling 317-247-4426. Western Bowl Indianapolis is located on West Washington St. just off the I-465 Freeway at exit 12.

Kid's Birthday Coming? Call us we'll do all the work!

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 by Royal Pin Blogger

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Have a Kid’s Birthday Party coming up?.... Worried about the planning?…. Making the food?...... And what about all that mess and that dreaded cleaning up?
Well, don't worry, just call us. We will take care of the details and do all the work.
Western Bowl Indianapolis features three different "Hands Free" Bowling Birthday Parties suitable for any type of "Celebration" that will fit into your budget.
All Birthday packages are based on eight (8) children and feature one hour and 15 minutes of bowling, use of shoes, a decorated table on the concourse, with a balloon bouquet, an "Bowling Pin" for the Birthday Child for their friends to autograph as a "Keepsake." Plus, the Birthday Child also receives a "Free Membership" into the "Bowlopolis" Kids Club.
The "Spare" package which is only $74.99 and features: Ten (10) Arcade tokens per child attending the party. All of the guest also receive "Bowlopolis" coupons good for "FREE" Bowling, plus passes to "Greatimes Amusement Center, "Laser Storm" and "Pirates’ Cove Miniature Golf," If you like to invite additional guests over the eight (8) the cost $7.50 is each.
Our most popular "Strike" package is $98.99 features everything the "Spare" package does, but it also includes free "Bowlopolis" theme plates, napkins, invitations, balloons and temporary tattoos. You also receive a 22 ounce soft drink and your choice of Hot Dog & Chips, or Chicken Nuggets & Chips or Pizza & Chips (a Fruit Cup may replace chips on any food choice). Additional children may be added for $10.50 per person.
The Deluxe "300" package is $146.99 it features: All the items in the "Spare" & "Strike" programs but also includes a "Mylar balloon" and "Goodie Bags" for the guests of the party. Additional kids may be added for $16.50 each.
All parties require a non-refundable $25 deposit ant the time of the reservation

Plus, Western Bowl Indianapolis features Kids Bowling Birthday Parties in "Cosmic Bowling" highlighted with spectacular "Light Shows" starting at Noon on Saturday’s right after the Youth Bowling Leagues Indianapolis and Friday nights starting at 5 PM.

Here are some comments from satisfied parents having recent "Bowling Birthday Parties" at Western Bowl Indianapolis.

Mrs. Staq. quotes: "Birthday host Zack did a great job."……… We had a blast!"

Mom Becky remarks: "Birthday hostess Sharon was awesome!"

Mom Gina said: "My Hostess Sharon was great and deserves a raise."

Mom Patty comments: "Sharon was the best Hostess. Everythiing was nice and clean. All the people in our party were very impressed and we would love to have all our Bowling Birthday Parties held here.

To maximize the "Kid’s Bowling Birthday Party" experience it doesn’t hurt that Western Bowl is also one of the finest and modern bowling alleys in Indianapolis and all of Indiana.

Western Bowl Indianapolis is located on West Washington Street ½ mile west of Interstate 465.

To book your "Hands Free" Kid’s birthday party call Western Bowl’s Program Office at 317-247-4426.

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