Pins not Putts | 3rd Annual Chamber Bowling Classic

Introducing the Pins not Putts 3rd Annual Chamber Bowling Classic!

The Southwest Michigan First Chamber is excited to bring back this unique event where we can “strike” up a little friendly competition—and where the winning team’s nonprofit partner is the real winner. Each registered team will select a nonprofit partner, and the winning team will direct a portion of the proceeds to that nonprofit.
This summer’s returning FUNdraiser is Pins not Putts!

How it works:

• Registered bowlers will get a nametag, a drink ticket, and access to a lunch buffet upon arrival. Three bowling games, shoes, and a bowling ball (if needed) are included.
• Teams are randomly assigned to a lane with another team for a little friendly competition. This will be your spot for the duration of the event. It’s a great time to get to know the other team!
• The games will all be Nine Pin No-Tap. That means if you knock down nine pins on your first roll, it counts as a strike. That should make things a little more fun!
• Teams will be ranked based on their total team score after Game 1. There will also be a variety of prizes throughout for Most Strikes, Most Spares, Highest Score, and Lowest Score.
• Teams will once again be ranked after Game 2. The top four highest-scoring teams will then each be assigned a handicap to level the playing field for Game 3.
• The first place team at the end of Game 3, including the handicap, will be the winner. That team’s nonprofit partner will be awarded an amazing trophy, and more importantly, a donation to the nonprofit partner of their choice.
• Second and third place will receive honorable mention trophies. All other teams will be ranked and listed by final score.

But what if I’m not a great bowler? Can I still win fabulous prizes? ABSOLUTELY!!

• Other ways to win prizes include: Most Strikes, Most Spares, and even one for Lowest Score.
• PLUS, take part in our Strike-a-Thon! Each team designates one bowler who’ll get one shot to bowl a strike. Get a strike and move on. Who will be the last one standing?
• Bowling BINGO! Knock down only one pin on the first ball, bowl a strike with your non-dominant hand, pick up any split, get a turkey as a team, and more. Win a BINGO, win a prize!
• Pink Pin POKER! Each lane will have one pink pin in the mix. If you get a strike when the pink pin is the head pin, you earn a playing card for your team. Best POKER hand at the end wins!
• All this and more!

Note: Early bird registration ends June 1. The final deadline to register is Friday, July 10 while space is available.

Program Agenda:

• 11 a.m. to 12 noon | Registration and Lunch
• 12 noon to 4 p.m. | Bowling
• 4 to 5 p.m. | Award Ceremony and Happy Hour

Registration and lunch begin at 11 a.m. Game 1 begins at 12 noon. The Award Ceremony begins at the end of Game 3 (approximately 4 p.m). Then, we invite you to join us afterward to celebrate (or commiserate!) until 5 p.m.

Want to get your company in the swag bag or donate a prize pack? Email us today at chamber@southwestmichiganfirst.com.

See you on the lanes!

Please note: All ticket sales are final. Should you be unable to attend, we offer the opportunity to transfer your ticket to a fellow team member or partner organization. Please contact a member of our team to transfer your ticket, if necessary. Eventbrite charges a nominal fee for tickets purchased online.