From relaxing walking trails to heart-pumping pickleball matches and endless rounds of golf at our Tom Fazio golf course, there’s adventure around every corner at Bright’s Creek. Our state-of-the-art Amenity Center, The Mill at Bright’s Creek, is the social epicenter of our mountain oasis. Whether you sweat it out at the fitness center, enjoy a swim in our saltwater-heated pool, or gather with great company at the poolside grille, life at Bright’s is full of fun, memories, and a full list of community activities.
This month, we chatted with our Member Experience Director, Cathy Brovet, to spotlight one of our most beloved Bright’s Creek social activities—our indoor two-lane bowling alley and community league. Read on to learn more about our unique on-site alley, hear from bowling league members, and discover how you can get in on the action right here at Bright’s Creek.
Tell us all about the bowling alley at The Mill and how it came to fruition.
One of our owners was inspired to add a bowling alley to our community after visiting an out-of-state club. We thought it would be the perfect way to round out our Bright’s Creek activities offering, especially as we look for family-friendly winter recreation.
Bright’s Creek members and their families absolutely love the bowling alley! It’s located inside our incredible Lifestyle Center, The Mill, conveniently located inside our gates. It brings people together and was thoughtfully designed to be a multi-generational entertainment destination. It’s a standard two-lane alley and everything is automated. There are 36 different bowling games you can play and a number of them are perfect for the kids and grandkids! It also features a variety of player modes, so it’s ideal for novices and pros alike. You can even take photos on screen or create your own avatar, so it’s a ton of fun.
“It’s so much fun! Something different to do with friends and family!”
– Members, Berniece and Bob Boyle
The bowling alley is open to our Bright’s Creek members and their families—just call the concierge to reserve a lane. Everything is included, from the bowling balls to the shoes, so we make it really easy for everyone to enjoy.
The Bright’s Creek Bowling League has really gained traction. Tell us about it!
The response to the league has been amazing. It’s been going on for two years now, and last year we had 16 people join! The league runs for 10 weeks from January to March, with games every Wednesday from 5-7pm. While our winters in Western North Carolina are generally pretty mild, it’s still the perfect indoor activity for people to come together and enjoy. We’ve made it fun for the entire community with pizza specials every week as well, so it’s a great time for the whole family.
“It is a fun option to take family and friends when they come to visit. Having the bowling lanes and league brings members together on a regular basis. This is unique to Bright’s Creek! It is a great way for all members to meet each other and socialize outside the typical golf club experience. It feels like our club and our bowling league. Because we all live here, the league is another way we share life together.” – Members, Joyce & Steve Wilson
We have a wide mix of skill levels and even have 2 semi-pro players on the league. It’s become a real social activity and is the perfect way for people to connect and meet each other. Our viewing window to watch each match is a hot spot—everyone gathers to watch even if they aren’t playing! It’s such a blast to see personalities shine and watch everyone progress each week.
“Bowlers join, as do non-bowlers to share in the fun. Subs are always needed so it adds to the fun” says Bright’s Creek Members, The Boyles.
During games, the bowling bumpers are up, and teams have even started maneuvering trick shots off of them and really amping up the friendly competition. One trick is called the “Pierre Roll” named after one of our former semi-pros.
“The competitive side of us is excited to see more playoffs and tournaments,” says members, the Wilsons. “However, it’s just getting together, bantering with each other and having fun that’s the most important.”
Bright’s Creek hosts a team rally on the first night and then we conclude our 10-week session with an awards banquet. With incredible player and team names like Silent Slider, Dancing Queen, and even hilariously irreverent names like IBS (Irritable Bowler Syndrome), how could it not be a great time all around?
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