There's laughter and cheers on a regular basis as well. Candlepin bowling, with roots in New England, is a draw for people of all ages. "Well for one thing, it started in Worcester in 1880.

Open since 1983, Alley Kat in Kingston has 26 lanes of bowling, dozens of arcade games and food offerings along with beer and wine. Open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from ...