Brunswick Corporation : Brunswick's Opens Today and Donates $3,120 to Local Charity Bert's Big Adventure
Exclusive preview event showcased upscale bowling, dining and craft beer last
night
NORCROSS, GA., July 30, 2013 - Brunswick's, a new upscale bowling and
entertainment center in Norcross at Peachtree Corners opening today, Tuesday,
July 30, hosted an event benefiting Bert's Big Adventure last night, a charity
co-founded by radio personality Bert Weiss of Q100's The Bert Show that sends
Atlanta-area chronic and terminally ill children and their families to Walt
Disney World. More than 260 guests, including Bert's Big Adventure families,
bowled 312 strikes for which Brunswick's donated $10 per strike, raising $3,120.
Guests at the exclusive Brunswick's preview event enjoyed bowling in the
welcoming environment while savoring innovative culinary offerings and local
craft beer from Tavern '45. The Zaib Kahn band provided live entertainment with
a mix of upbeat cover and original songs.
"We're thrilled to introduce our second Brunswick's concept to the Atlanta area
and help deserving children enjoy the trip of a lifetime to Walt Disney World,"
said Brunswick Bowling Centers president Jim Fox. "We were privileged to have
families who benefitted from Bert's Big Adventure join us for this special
evening, specifically Ziyonn Carter, who kicked off the fundraising by throwing
5 strikes, earning $50 for Bert's Big Adventure."
The 40,000-square-foot location showcases completely remodeled interiors with
comfortable seating, the latest in bowling equipment and exceptional guest
service. Adding to the environment is a lofted bar area situated in the middle
of the bowling lane area, offering a unique perspective of the action, as well
as an outdoor patio. In addition to an enhanced bowling atmosphere, guests can
enjoy innovative cuisine from Tavern '45 crafted around distinctive American pub
fare with a focus on unique, quality ingredients. Perfect for sharing, small
plates include the signature Vietnamese pork belly tacos, a sweet arugula salad,
chicken and white bean chili and Jamaican jerk, Korean BBQ and classic wings.
Specialty entrees include the juicy bacon cheddar burger, decadent Tavern '45
mac and cheese, fried chicken and bacon waffles and Thai red curry chicken
pizza. Guests can also enjoy other elevated American pub fare such as beer
battered fish and chips, pastrami Reuben panini and chopped cobb salad. The bar
at Tavern '45 offers a selection of local and craft beers, along with specialty
cocktails such as the "moonshiner" with Midnight Moon cranberry moonshine,
apricot brandy, fresh squeezed lemon juice and simple syrup topped with Blue
Moon Belgian wheat beer.
Guests can join the new center for unlimited bowling Sunday through Thursday
nights from 9 p.m. to midnight for $10 per person plus the cost of shoe rental.
Half-priced small plates are also available Monday through Friday from 4 to 6
p.m. during happy hour.
For more than 150 years, Brunswick Corporation has dedicated itself to quality,
innovation and creating great times with friends. Brunswick's is committed to
offering superior guest service by focusing on enhanced staff training. To
become true brand ambassadors, all associates completed a series of training
modules that taught them extensively about the brand and the importance of the
guest. Just one way that Brunswick's "wows" guests every day is through its
complimentary ball sizing station that offers personalized ball weight and hole-
size selection.
Brunswick's in Norcross at Peachtree Corners is located at 6345 Spalding
Dr., Norcross, Ga., 30092, and can be reached at 770.840.8200. Brunswick's is
open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Friday and Saturday
from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. There is private event space available for rent. For more
information, please visit www.brunswicks.com.
About Brunswick's
Owned and operated by Brunswick Bowling Centers, Brunswick's is an upscale
bowling and entertainment center offering guests a comfortable atmosphere for
bowling, dining and connecting with friends and family. Tavern '45, Brunswick's
full-service restaurant, offers distinctive new American cuisine as well as
several local craft beers and handcrafted cocktails. For more information,
please visit www.brunswicks.com.
About Brunswick Bowling Centers
Brunswick Bowling Centers, a business within Brunswick Corporation, is one of
the largest operators of full-service bowling and family entertainment centers
in the world; is a full-line supplier of bowling equipment, supplies and
consumer products; and designs billiards tables and accessories. Headquartered
in Lake Forest, Ill., Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) has been a leader in the
recreation business for more than 165 years. For more information, visit
www.BrunswickZone.com.
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Released July 30, 2013