This summer season brings a model new means for Calgarians to get out for some enjoyable within the solar.
It comes within the type of a small outside bowling alley at Deerfoot City Mall.
Calgary artist Tyler Lemermeyer created the alley, which options three lanes, together with some modifications to make the game appropriate for all ages.
“It has rubbery balls, not the really big heavy balls – they’re a little bit more fun to play with for kids,” Lemermeyer stated. “The best part is there are no gutters for your ball to go in.”
Young gamers additionally get pleasure from a break in one other space.
“We’re using plastic pins, so they’re a little bit lighter than normal, weighed down with some water,” Lemermeyer stated. “Once you mow down the pins, you have to go down the lane and reset them yourself.”
Lemermeyer’s bowling alley is a brand new addition to Deerfoot City’s annual summer season outside ‘Block Party’ zone, which additionally encompasses a small curler rink.
“The name for this piece is ‘Nostalgia Strikes,’” Lemermeyer stated. “It’s got a retro diner theme, so bright colours.”
Luke Hui, 8, loved the colors and different elements of the outside alley whereas bowling there together with his household.
“I like it because the balls are easy to roll,” Hui stated.
‘Nostalgia Strikes’ and different ‘Block Party’ points of interest will stay and open freed from cost till Sept. 10.
