Harley's Bowling Centers - Simi and Camarillo

Harley's Bowling Centers (www.harleysbowl.com) operates bowling centers in Simi Valley and Camarillo.  Simi has 24 lanes and Camarillo has 20 lanes.  Harley's Simi and can say it is a very nice facility, clean, good amenities (food, bar, arcade) and well maintained.  We have also been to Harley's Camarillo for birthday parties and famly fun and all ages had a blast.  READ MORE HERE

There are leagues for kids ages 6 and up and for adults.  There is the popular "Atomic Bowling" with loud music and black lights.  These alleys also make great birthday venues too...try the bumper lane bowling for the little ones.  You can rent a lane for open bowling by the hour or by the game

Harley's Simi Valley is at 480 E. Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley (exit Madera off the 118 freeway) (805.526.4212).

Harley's Camarillo is at 305 Arneill Road, Camarillo (Ponderosa Shopping Center, behind 99 Cents Store) (805.482.0747)

Buena Lanes Bowling Alley - Ventura

Buena Lanes is located at 1788 Mesa Verde in Ventura, just down the street from Golf N Stuff. Buena Lanes is a full service bowling alley with a pro shop, a cute retro looking diner, bar, arcade, leagues, etc.  Visit www.buenalanesbowling.com or call 805.656.0666 for more information.

Brunswick Zone Simi Valley - Bowling

Brunswick Zone Simi Valley is located at 5255 Cochran Street, Simi Valley.  You will quickly forget web surfing once you see this 40-lane facility. Try the Cosmic Bowling at night for some fun or perhaps a birthday party celebration. Open until midnight or later every night for you night owls. Call 805.584.BOWL (2695) or visit www.bowlbrunswick.com/about-us/116/1 for more information.

On a related note, why do they call 3 strikes in a row a "turkey" in bowling? According to www.bowl.com, the term "turkey" dates back to before the turn of the 20th century, when it was much more challenging bowling strikes. During Thanksgiving or Christmas week, bowling alley owners would often award a live turkey to the first person on a team to score 3 strikes in a row. Wow! I'd settle for a turkey sandwich at Roxy's Deli!