Last year, I found that Walmart was selling the game Hanfordopoly. It’s like Monopoly, but for my town. Well, I had to buy it! Then Lauren and I went around town and took pictures of each of the places on the game board. It was so much fun! I can’t wait to introduce you to our sweet little town and some of its history.

Part 1-Freddy the Firetruck and Carousel

Part 2– Hanford Mall

Part 3– Fox Theatre

Part 4– Civic Auditorium and Civic Park

Part 5 – Downtown

Part 6 – The Plunge

Part 7 – Kinga Art Center

Part 8 – Hanford Library

Part 9 – Renaissance Faire

Part 10 – Centennial Park

Part 11 – Las Fiesta

Part 12 – Hidden Valley Park

Part 13 – China Alley

Today I am sharing KC Bowl. This place is very important to our family. My dad is still bowling twice a week (he is 86!) ! It’s such a great place for him to hang out with friends.

KC Bowl has been an important part of Kings County for 61 years! My dad bowled here with friends when I was a kid. I can remember him going out in the evening on bowling nights. Lauren bowled one summer too and we have always enjoyed it as a fun time to hang out.

In 2021, part of the ceiling collapsed over the lanes and this set forth a plan to do a major makeover. Everything from the floor up came out and was redone. The roof was redone, new floors put in, and LED lights installed.

The building also includes a banquet room, bar, luncheonette and pro-shop. The banquet room is the perfect place to host a birthday party!

Don’t you just love all the bright colors here!

The food here is pretty good too!

This is my dad, just waiting for his turn. He missed bowling so much when the alley was closed. He was very happy when it reopened. I’m so glad he has something that keeps him busy and gets him out with his friends.

Do you and your family like to bowl? Do you have a great place in your town?

I believe I have just 2 or 3 more places to tell you all about, but I have to wait until the weather is a little nicer to get them done. See you soon!