Timmins' bowling alley is temporarily closing to upgrade its computer system and more thanks to an anonymous donation.
With the support of the community and an anonymous industry partner donation of more than $260,000, Mid-Town Bowl is installing the Qubica/AMF computer system. New Rock and Bowl lighting is also being installed, along with automatic bumpers and gutters on some lanes, new masking units, new epoxy floor and the bathrooms are being remodelled.
The new computer system offers a variety of new programs and graphics — including personalized profile pictures — themed parties, children's games, battle of the lanes, poker and more.
"Thank you to the Business Enterprise Centre for the insight and support, our generous benefactors for the unbelievable donation to the bowling centre, and most importantly our customers from far and within the Timmins community," said Nat and Clint Berry, Mid-Town Bowl owners and operators.
The five-pin bowling alley will be closed for at least four weeks for the renovations, starting on Saturday, June 4.
Owners Nat and Clint Berry last upgraded the facility back in 2019 to mark their 25th anniversary.
"Since the removal of most COVID-19 restrictions, the bowling centre has seen a record number of bowlers come to socialize safely and support Mid-Town Bowl. As a result, Mid-Town Bowl has been able to reinvest into the business to enhance the quality of services it provides," according to the release.
The Berrys are donating the old Mendes computer system, original chairs, masking units and televisions to other Northern Ontario bowling centres.
