When organizing a staff holiday party, it might not be a good idea to leave it to the new person in town. I had reservations about a bowling party in the middle of nowhere in the NE, but it came together well. It actually turned out to be located pretty close to the lights of Marlborough Mall (though it was still quite dark by the time you got to the building), and the majority of the staff made it for an evening of pizza, beer and bowling.
It was clear that I had the worst (or alternately the most professional) form in the group, and my patented leg movements were imitated to great hilarity, but not much results. I bowled a 164 (my second best score ever!), and soon people realized my technique is that of a seasoned pro. I didn't make many friends that night! Very far from home, but it was good for an evening out with fantastic co-workers.