As time went on and the neighborhood changed neighbors became increasingly more vocal about the live music acts. For the next several years the cloud of eminent domain hung over Fireside, but it continued to host shows promoted by Brian Peterson and Dave Eaves. Gradually, more and more shows were held there until 1999 when the City of Chicago wanted to expand the nearby Haas Park. However, music was now the primary focus. There was still bowling on a few nights, in particular the Bucktown Bowling & Drinking League made up of several nearby taverns Bob Inn, Mickey's, Harp & Shamrock and The web took to the lanes every Monday night as they had been doing for many years. While the bowling lanes were used less and less, music was filling in on more nights. The neighborhood was getting rough and business slowed so Fireside began to showcase live music on a part-time basis in 1994. As the neighborhood changed and Fireside fell into disrepair Lapinski handed the establishment to his son Jim. From 1971 until 1990 Lapinski operated it as a thriving bowling alley. Lapinski and McGuire operated it together until 1971 when Lapinski bought out McGuire. How could they not? Since it’s priced as low as $23/hour for a lane, what’s not to like? So you might see groups of Lyndalers there from time to time.The Fireside Bowl was owned and operated by Hank Sophie until 1966 when Rich Lapinski and Alec "Mac" McGuire bought the bowling alley from an ailing Hank Sophie. Many of our folks enjoy themselves there regularly. It’s also mentioned in the 2000 song “Goodbye Forever,” by Chicago-based Alkaline Trio.įor those of us here at Lyndale Place, we like having such an historic piece of Chicago only two blocks away. The bowling scenes from the 2006 film “The Break Up,” featuring Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston were filmed at the Fireside, as well as several external scenes from the 1992 film “Rapid Fire” featuring Brandon Lee and Powers Boothe. Maybe you’ve seen the Fireside Bowl featured in pop culture. Our residents know all about the music and fun Yippee! And they once again started hosting musical performances in 2010. But that was settled in 2003, and Fireside decided to get back to its roots of bowling. That’s when the cloud of eminent domain was hung over Fireside with the proposed expansion of Haas Park. Music performances were the norm at Fireside from the 1970s up until 1999. Fireside has also been a popular music venue, especially back when bowling’s popularity started to decline. The magic of mechanics! Then, in the summer of 2004, further renovations were made to the Fireside to update features such as automatic scoring, even more new lanes, new equipment, and significant upgrades to the building and its amenities, all while staying open to the public.īut it hasn’t always been about bowling at the Fireside. In the mid-50s, it was expanded and AMF automatic pinspotters were installed and four more lanes were installed. *shivers* In 1941, it was converted into a twelve-lane pin-boy bowling alley that thrived throughout the 1940s and 50s. Go figure!Īnd guess what? Back in the old days, the Fireside Bowl was actually an ice factory. Imagine! For several decades, residents in Logan Square have been going to The Fireside Bowl – and not just for bowling, but for hot music, too. Used to be, people would go bowling for an inexpensive afternoon or evening’s entertainment. Hey! You! Look what’s happening near Lyndale Place.
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