Business Buzz: The Bowler celebrates 65th Anniversary as Fargo fun center

FARGO — The Bowler, a long-time fixture of fun and recreation on Fargo's South University Drive, is celebrating 65 years in business.

One way it is doing that is by offering a special bowling package.

For $65, a bowling lane can be reserved for two hours during Rock-n-Bowl Friday or Saturday nights from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The offer is good for up to six bowlers per lane and includes free use of shoes, according to James Tandeski, who has been associated with The Bowler since his grandfather purchased the bowling alley in the early 1990s.

Tandeski said his parents, Rob and Jolene Tandeski, took over the business when his grandfather, James, died in 2021.

Some of the people who bowl at The Bowler have been doing so for 30 or 40 years, according to Tandeski, who said he appreciates the many friendships he has formed while working at the bowling alley over the years.

Up until 1970s and 1980s, The Bowler was renowned for its smorgasbord and Tandeski said every now and then someone will ask about it.

"They haven't been here for 20 or 30 years and they'll come in still looking for the buffet, but it's been long gone for some time," Tandeski said.

BISMARCK – The Native American Development Center will host the 2025 TribalEcon Summit Jan. 22-24 at the Bismarck Event Center. The summit will bring together leaders, professionals, and community members from across the Northern Plains to share in an exchange of ideas focused on sustainable tribal economic development.

Participants will look beyond the "why" and focus on the "how."

• How to capitalize on funding and resources.
• How to grow and diversify Indigenous-owned enterprises.
• How to pull traditional knowledge into modern economic practices.
• How to join forces with neighboring Tribes to support a common goal.
• How to take action and achieve your vision.

The program will feature thought-provoking keynotes and breakout sessions from renowned Indigenous entrepreneurs and visionaries. A tradeshow, matchmaking session, and evening socials will offer further networking opportunity to foster connections among industry leaders and innovators.

Early bird registration is now open through Dec. 27, with discounted rates available. Learn more and register today at https://www.ndnativecenter.org/tribal-econ .

GRAND FORKS — The nomination period is now open for the Prairie Business 2025 Top 25 Women in Business contest.

The nomination process emphasizes professional achievement, community contributions and volunteerism.

The deadline to submit a nomination is Jan. 13, 2025. The form can be found on the Prairie Business website .

Previous winners of this contest are not eligible to win again.

Profiles of each recipient will be included in the March issue of Prairie Business, including the digital edition.

The annual contest was created to draw attention to the many creative and successful businesswomen in North Dakota, South Dakota and western Minnesota, and their impact on the industry and economy in the region.