Grand Prix New York Adds 19-Lane Bowling Center to Its Mount Kisco Facility Owners Expand Facility to Spur Long-Term Economic Growth
MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. On Wednesday, November 9, Grand Prix New York (GPNY) will open Spins Bowl, a new 19-lane bowling center inside GPNY's 118,000-square-foot indoor kart racing and entertainment facility in Mount Kisco, NY.
The Grand Opening festivities commence at 6:00 p.m. with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, followed by speeches from state and county dignitaries and VIPs. Then at 7:00 p.m. Spins Bowl will be christened with a unique "Roll-Off": 19 VIPs simultaneously rolling their bowling balls down their respective lanes. After which, guests will be encouraged to bowl and tour the facility until the ceremony ends at 9:00 p.m.
On the following day, Spins Bowl will be open to the public. The 30,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art bowling center consists of 12 "Family Lanes" and 7 "VIP Lanes" with images of cityscapes from New York, Chicago, and L.A. splashed across the walls. Both Family and VIP Lanes come complete with video panels, electronic scoring, and plush lounge and lane-side seating. The VIP Lanes feature private rooms with leather furniture, TVs, and exclusive dining table service provided by Fuel, the in-house restaurant/caterer of Spins Bowl and GPNY.
Spins Bowl's hours of operation will run from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., 7 days a week. Cost of entry will range from $25 per hour to $40 per hour depending on the time of day. VIP lanes cost an extra $5 per hour. Patrons will also have the option of renting out the Family Lanes, the VIP Lanes, or the entire center for activities such as birthday parties, mitzvahs, corporate functions, and other group events. These group rentals give bowlers a minimum of 2 hours of bowling time, including Cosmic Bowling –glow-in-the-dark bowling with a dance club atmosphere that rocks the center with a state-of-the-art sound system and laser lights ¬– use of billiards, table tennis, a party room, free shoe rental for all guests, and Brunswick Bowl bowling equipment.
"It is imperative in this stagnate economy, while other businesses are scaling back or holding steady, that GPNY expand," said Nat Mundy, Vice President, Marketing for GPNY and Spins Bowl. "By creating Spins Bowl, we're tapping into the number one participatory sport in America according to The National Sporting Goods Association and the Bowling Billiards Institute of America. This doesn't just mean increased traffic for us, it means new tourism and money flowing into the village of Mount Kisco and Westchester County in general. The Spins Bowl expansion is our investment in the future. It means we're here to stay."
Mundy went on to say that one of the major reasons for the popularity of bowling is the fact that people from the age of three years on up can bowl, and items such as gutter rails and ball ramps – which Spins Bowl provides – make the sport enjoyable for young and old alike. Mundy also pointed out that Spins Bowl will be open for league bowling and competitions.
Spins Bowl, like GPNY, will also continue its tradition of hosting charitable events. On November 18, just 10 days after its Grand Opening, Spins Bowl will be hosting the "Strikes Against Cancer Bowl-A-Thon" to raise funds for Support Connection, a Yorktown Heights-based charity that aids families and women suffering from breast and ovarian cancer. Spins Bowl currently has at least four fundraising events booked through the end of the year.
Grand Prix New York Racing (GPNY) is the only large indoor racing, social entertainment, and corporate event venues in The New York City-metro area. Centrally located in the village of Mount Kisco, New York, GPNY is a unique 118,000-square-foot facility offering a quarter-mile-long, state-of-the-art racetrack for all ages, Spins Bowl: a 19-lane bowling center, special events services, Fuel: restaurant and bar, award-winning catering, an arcade, carnival room, a banquet facility, conference rooms, and more. GPNY is actively involved in community outreach and fundraising efforts. Since its inception in 2008, GPNY has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities by hosting high-profile fundraising events. For more information about GPNY, visit their website at www.gpny.com.
Armonk
By Michelle Boyle
Updated January 6, 2012 Winter is here and whether you enjoy sports, entertainment, dining or shopping, there's something for everyone in our neighborhood.
Sports & the Outdoors
If you enjoy being a spectator, Byram Hills' schools offer a variety of after-school sporting events. Byram Hills basketball and wrestling teams are playing this season. Head to the high school to watch and support our Bobcats. Their games' schedules and results are reported weekly here.
If skiing or snow boarding are your thing, Hickory & Tweed's got the gear to keep you in top shape, perform your best, and look great while you’re on the slopes.
Keep in shape at The Gym, they have a multitude of ways to challenge you to get into the best shape. Other athletic indoor opportunities include tennis at Armonk Tennis, and tennis, soccer, lacrosse and fitness at Armonk Indoor Sports Center. And there's Armonk Martial Arts which offers classes and individual lessons with the expertise of Sensei Claudio Baldo. Another great way to stay in shape is with WestFair Swimming and lifeguard training which is offered at Pace University.
The Towns Parks and Recreation Department is a happening place at the
Hergenhan Center. They offer classes for adults and children in music,
art, cooking, sports and more. If you've got an idea for a class that
doesn't exist, inquire about starting a new one.
The North Castle Parks and Recreation Department maintains public tennis courts, basketball courts, a running tracks and hiking trails. You can always throw on a good pair of hiking boots, call a friend and walk the track at Town Park or the trails on Oregon Road or Betsy Sluder Preserve. Hiking trails are reviewed in our outdoor section.
Whether you are a weekend warrior or a triathlete, you may want some advice to achieve top notch performance. Dr. Robert Silverman offers a monthly complimentary program which provides nutritional information and shows how to effectively use kettlebells.
Arborist Tom Marino of SavaTree is very knowledgeable about our local landscaping, and he is always available to answer questions. Awesome Landscaping offers a variety of services, and if they don’t have an answer for you, they will research the subject and get back to you with the information you need.
The real estate marketing is heating up. We've got may knowledgeable real estate agents to guide you when selling or buying a new home.
Sharpen your kids' pencils and help them improve their skills and grades, while building confidence. Meet some of our highly qualified specialists offering tutoring skills: The Tutoring Club of Armonk offers a multitude of tutoring services. Hilary Blum offers specialized tutoring in a variety of areas, including learning disabilities and organizational skills. College Advice offers college guidance.
Captured Moments Photography beautifully captures all of your special moments, including graduation photographs.
Rarely fun (in my humble opinion), but sometimes necessary, is home maintenance. Miracle Home Improvements offers a solution to most home improvement needs, and they're quick to respond. Armonk Hardware carries everything you need for your home. A. Moore Painting offers painting and decorating services.
The Electronic Store provides professional installation of HiFi TVs and home audio systems.
Armonk's best kept secret is Ridge Auto Body. They do complete collision repair and restoration.
Take Care of Yourself
There are plenty of ways to pamper yourself in Armonk. We have many nail salons and hair salons, as well. Salon Bellezza, Cherylyn Salon North, Rave Revues. They all do a wonderful job, and offer a variety of beauty services.
We continue to fill up the calendar with events from around town. Rarely does a day go by without something to do. Take a look at what's happening at the wonderful North Castle Public Library. They have so many great programs: book clubs for seniors, adults and teens, discussion groups, knitting classes, chess games and lessons, music, Armonk Players' play readings, children's games and entertainment, Tai Chi, Italian Culture, cooking classes, Internet classes, Chinese lessons (new program) and the list goes on.
And for the little ones, there are many reputable preschools in the area. There are a great selection of summer camp programs from music, theatre, sports and the circus, coming soon is our Summer 2012 page.
The wine classes offered at Wine Geek Armonk sound delicious. They are always helpful with great paring of wines for every meal and occasion. Armonk Wines & Spirits also offers wine tastings.
Are you in the mood to get something to eat? There are plenty of choices to grab something in Armonk, including Fernando's Pizzeria, Amore Pasta & Pizzeria, Tazza Cafe (free Wi-Fi service), David Chen's, Kira Sushi/Kira East, Made in Asia, Mariachi's Mexican, Bagel Emporium, Marc Charles Steakhouse, La Mer Seafood, Beehive Restaurant, Moderne Barn, Opus 465, Three Little Pigs, Souperman Soups, Beascakes Bakery, and Nick's Corner Market. Check them out at Armonk Dining.
Get out there and enjoy the best of Armonk. We've got a multitude of activities that are in our own backyard.
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Eye Designs of Armonk Welcomes Dr. Janet Woo
January 21, 2012 Eye Designs of Armonk at 575 Main Street welcomed Dr. Janet Woo as a new member of their team in December. Woo, a Stamford resident, is an optometrist at Eye Designs of Armonk and is available by appointment on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Woo studied optometry at the Southern California College of Optometry. A Long Island native, she said studying out west offered a great opportunity to go to California and explore. When her father fell ill, however, she returned to New York. She met her husband on a family ski trip and now they have two sons. Having a family in Connecticut made a commute to Long Island too difficult; she decided instead to work in Westchester County and eventually found her home in Armonk.
Dr. Woo has enjoyed a very positive experience in our town. She said, "I like it here, it's very quiet, it has a nice shopping center, beautiful location and people are very nice." She also occasionally works in Eye Design’s Scarsdale store.
Dr. Woo has noticed a change in the profession of optometry. "We're starting to treat more diseases," she said. She is also a nutritionist, with a master’s in nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. "I wanted to offer nutrition consulting from my house because my husband is a chiropractor. That didn't work as well as I thought it would because I'm a type A personality, and trying to get people to change their lifestyles is just too hard. Many times they don't want to change!"
However, recent studies have indicated that nutrition has a tremendous impact on eye health; accordingly, Dr. Woo has discovered a way to integrate nutrition when helping people with eye problems. "When clients fill out their forms and indicate they have diabetes or irritable bowel syndrome, I've been able to focus on these conditions and help them prevent oxidation in their eyes. Also, nutraceuticals, foods that provide medical or health benefits, including the prevention and treatment of disease, is helping with dry eye. Cases of dry eye occur with people who are computer orientated. What often occurs is their blinking slows down and they have low tear film problems. Vitamin supplements and fish oils can help alleviate the problem, without making them dependent just on drops. Sometimes using drops long term can have negative side effects, so we need to find alternatives,” she explained.
Dr. Woo added, "I'm a big educator. I like to tell clients what they can do, other than using medication, to help their eyes." And of course, she is available for eye examinations. She fits contact lenses on both teenagers and adults. Dr. Woo uses the most advanced techniques to help clients achieve their vision correction goals.
"We're excited to have a new and vibrant member in our community,” said Eye Design's manager Jamie Herman.
Proclamation Added to Hickory & Tweed's Wall of Fame
Jan. 6, 2012 Assemblyman Robert Castelli, on behalf of the citizens of New York's 89th district, presented Hickory & Tweed’s owner Skip Beitzel with The Assembly State of New York Proclamation, honoring the celebration of Hickory & Tweed's 50th anniversary.
Hickory & Tweed continues to grow and receive praise from the generations of customers it serves, who shop year after year for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. This experience includes quality service and the best equipment available in the outdoor recreation needs of the tri-state area.
"It's true about the generations-- it makes me feel old," said Skip.
"As a lynchpin of this community for fifty years, it is an honor to honor you," Assemblyman Castelli said. The proclamation recognizes Beitzel as a leader in helping to strengthen the community with his work with young athletes with disabilities for over two decades.
Hickory & Tweed received one of only ten proclamations presented by Assemblyman Castelli for 2011.
