Old school cool in new school Coupeville.
Ebey Bowl and its distinctive look. (Shannon Parnell photo)
It may be time to pack away your bowling ball and head to Oak Harbor.
Word surfaced Thursday afternoon that Ebey Bowl’s revival is coming to an end.
The long-time Coupeville bowling alley sat shuttered for nearly a decade before siblings Matt Iverson and Mimi Johnson reopened it to great acclaim a little over four years ago.
There was a momentary pause in mid-2013, but, after some work behind the scenes to allow the owners more time with their families and insurance business, the alley was back at it in October of that year.
Now, it appears time has finally run out on the local landmark.
In a posting on the alley’s Facebook page this afternoon, Iverson and Johnson had the following to say:
Just want to say a quick thank you to those that have supported us over the years. We appreciate the business.
With that being said, this Island is too small to support our little alley anymore.
We are closing our doors by the end of the month. Our last day of business will be the 17th.
For those that have private parties already booked and paid for no worries. We will still honor our commitment to you.
Also, we are still going to be doing PE for the Middle and High School (we wouldn’t miss out on that for anything)!
Thanks!
Mimi & Matt
Coupeville Sports 