By Lisa Capobianco Staff Writer Southington will soon welcome an upscale dining and entertainment center, bringing more jobs to town. Don Millard, the owner of the building on 240 Spring Street, has planned to turn the 33,000 square foot facility into a combined Bocce court and bowling alley, along with a bistro and bar. The facility, located in front of Pilgrim Furniture City, once housed a warehouse and was vacant for two years, said Millard. Millard received approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission back in November. “The world has changed a lot from industrial to the service world,” said Millard, adding that he worked in the industrial field for many years. “We’re trying to go along with the change.” Under the name “Crystal Bees,” the business will feature a bistro called “Glass Hat Bistro,” and a full bar called “Dante’s Bar,” which will serve 16 beers as well as wine and liquors. The bowling alley will be called “Crystal Bowl.” According to the design plan, there will be a total of 16 bowling lanes and two Bocce courts as well as an electronic games plaza equipped with pool tables and Shuffleboard. The plan also includes 140 outdoor parking areas, [...]
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