We’re well into summer and Mother Nature has been relentless. It’s hot outside! To take a break from the heat, head indoors and do your favorite activity … bowling with friends! We know you’ll have an awesome time at Mid County Lanes, and you’ll get to enjoy the many benefits bowling has to offer. And, to make summer that much better, we’re hosting a cosmic bowling special you won’t want to miss. Check out the details:

Bright Pin Cosmic Bowling

The team at Mid County Lanes wants to liven up your summer with some cosmic bowling! We’re offering a great deal on cosmic bowling Thursdays through Sundays.

On Thursdays, we are hosting cosmic bowling from 7 pm to 10 pm. The price is $15/hour and you can have five bowlers per lane. On Fridays and Saturdays, you can enjoy cosmic bowling from 8 pm to midnight. The price is $25/hour and you can have five bowlers per lane. Of course, you’ll need to rent shoes if you don’t have your own bowling shoes. But, we’ve made it extremely affordable: only $3.75/person for shoe rental!

An awesome time for an affordable price isn’t the only awesome part of this cosmic bowling deal. When you throw a strike with a bright-colored pin as the head pin, you’ll win a chance to spin the prize wheel! What are you waiting for? Grab your favorite friends or family members and head to Mid County Lanes for fun, cosmic bowling. Contact us today if you have any questions!

Summer is finally here! And, after a long school year, your kids need this well-deserved break. Fortunately, summer is an awesome season to make memories with your kids and have a great time as a family. That’s why the team at Mid County Lanes put together a list of activities that we’re positive you and your family will enjoy.

Check out 17 exciting things to do with your family this summer:

1. Camp in your backyard
2. Catch fireflies (then set them free)
3. Discover local parks in the community
4. Eat at a new restaurant
5. Fish at a nearby pond
6. Go bowling!
7. Have an arts and crafts night
8. Have a slumber party in the living room
9. Host a family game night
10. Make s’mores (after you build a campfire)
11. Ride bikes on new trails
12. See the latest movie in the theater
13. Set up a garage sale (and earn some cash)
14. Swim at the community pool
15. Try a new cuisine
16. Visit your local zoo or aquarium
17. Volunteer at a local non-profit

As for number six, we know the perfect place to go bowling: Mid County Lanes! All these ideas are great, but we’re especially partial to bowling because of all its amazing benefits. When you take your family bowling, you will make new memories, have a great time, eat delicious snacks, and maybe even find a new hobby! Are you ready to head to the bowling alley? Check out our summer hours here. We’re excited to see you soon!

Mid County Lanes is your go-to summer entertainment center in Middletown, Delaware! We not only have the best bowling alley in the area, we will also have brand new arcade games, a completely renovated fun center, and fresh snack bar area this June! Check out why you need to be at Mid County Lanes this summer:

Brand New Arcade Games

When your kids are done throwing strikes, bring them to the arcade zone. With brand new arcade games at their disposal, they will have a blast competing against each other or against themselves!

New Zone Laser Tag & Arena

Recently, Mid County Lanes upgraded its laser tag arena. With new equipment and venue area, this activity will be a blast for everyone involved! Sharpen your hand-eye coordination skills and try your luck in this activity that is the talk of the town.

Bumper Cars for the Win

Bumper cars are fun for kids of all ages! Whether or not they have their driver’s license, bumper cars is a fun and safe way to bump into friends and family. Test out your driving skills at our entertainment center and make memories with the people you love!

Fresh Snack Bar Area

We know that having fun works up an appetite. That’s why we have a fresh snack bar area that will hold the most delicious and appetizing food in the area. Bring your kiddos to the snack bar when they get hungry!

Make sure to stay in-the-know by liking our Facebook page! By doing so, you will receive the latest news concerning our grand re-opening in June. We look forward to seeing you at Mid County Lanes!

Whether you’ve been bowling for 20 years or 20 minutes, it’s important to keep your body in top shape to prevent bowling injuries. The team at Mid County Lanes has put together a list of injuries that may occur if proper bowling technique isn’t used. Fortunately, for each common bowling injury, there are preventative measures you can take!

Discover the most common bowling injuries and how to prevent them:

Pulling Your Lower Back Muscles

When you pull your back muscles, everything you do is affected – walking, bending over, reaching for an item, and taking part in your favorite activity (bowling) is suddenly out of the question. Newer bowlers tend to pull their lower back muscles when they don’t stretch properly beforehand. Not many people realize that bowling requires a lot of bending, lifting, and proper technique. Stretch your back muscles to keep them warm and loose.

Spraining Your Bowling Thumb

A thumb sprain may occur due to a tight-fitting thumb hole. If you’re a bowler that tries to spin the ball more often than not, you have an increased chance of getting bowler’s thumb. You can prevent thumb sprains by gripping the ball properly, wearing bowling tape on your thumb, and using the appropriate ball size. Take these precautions so you can keep bowling strikes and having fun at Mid County Lanes.

Injuring Your Bicep

One of many bicep injuries that can occur while bowling is biceps tendinitis. This happens due to repeated arm swings at improper form. Consult with other bowlers or research online proper technique and form to make sure you are bowling correctly. Take time to do these three simple exercises so you can prevent this painful injury.

Mid County Lanes knows that no matter what day it is, people need to have fun! That’s why we’re open every day of the week. Check out our hours, invite some friends and family members, and head to the alley today!

Bowling is one of America’s favorite pastimes. This fun activity provides incredible benefits such as reduced stress, increased eye/hand coordination, stronger muscles, and much more. If you’ve been bowling for a while and want to improve your skills, take a look at the following tips:

Slow Your Feet

When your feet are ahead of the swing, this is called fast feet. This may cause you to be off balance, which means your throw won’t be on target. Practice taking steps that line up with your throw to ensure your body weight is accurately balanced. By doing this, we’re sure you will be able to bowl more strikes!

Adjust Your Grip

Depending on how you want to throw the ball, your hands and fingers need to be placed accordingly. With a fingertip grip, you are able to throw a hook. The name accurately represents what you should do – grip it with your fingertips. The conventional grip allows you to throw the ball straight down the lane. When you grip the bowling ball, insert your fingers into the ball to your second finger joint.

Learn About the Oil

Where you place your feet or what grip you choose are important to a good bowl. But, you also must understand elements about the lane. Each lane is oiled to ensure the bowling ball rolls properly. Usually, the center of the lane is oiled a bit more than the sides. If you sense the oil is affecting your roll, change up your game by decreasing/increasing speed, hooking the ball, or change the weight of your ball.

Join a League

What better way to learn how to become a better bowler than learning from other bowlers? Join a league and watch how fast you’ll improve simply by practicing often and watching how other bowlers compete. Are you ready to get your bowl on? Check out our hours, then head to Mid County Lanes today!

Whether you’re in a bowling league or enjoying a date night out at Mid County Lanes, we bet you’re wondering how to bowl more strikes. While technique and form are very important, did you know that bowling is very much a mental game?

It’s important to clear your mind and stay focused when you bowl. Check out these tips to bowl more strikes!

Stay Focused When It’s Your Turn

When it’s your turn, do your best to block out other people, distractions, and noises. If you’re focused on elements other than bowling, you won’t be able to bowl a strike. The best way to get used to pushing noises and distractions to the background is to practice often! Come to Mid County Lanes multiple times a week and practice bowling strikes. This will get you ready for your big competition or night out with friends.

Loosen Up & Have Fun

You likely joined your bowling league or chose bowling as your go-to date night activity because you enjoy this pastime. So, remember to have fun when you’re bowling – it actually has a lot of mental benefits! If you get too serious, your excitement will be replaced stress.

Don’t Get Caught Up in Results

Have you ever heard the expression, “the joy is in the journey, not the destination”? That means to have fun and find happiness as you work toward your goal! Of course, it’s important to set goals. Goals give us a sense of direction. But, as you work toward your goal, enjoy the journey!

Are you ready to bowl? Check out our hours, and come to the bowling alley today!