Puttshack, the world’s first and only tech-infused mini golf experience, is cranking up summer vibes to the MAX with exclusive limited-time-only deals, all the ‘90s hip-hop feels – and a special summer drink menu bringing real West Coast cool direct to Puttshack.   

Beginning June 3rd, Puttshack venues will feature Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop – the debut ready-to-drink signature cocktail from Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s new premium spirits company – marking the first feature collaboration with a national beverage brand for Puttshack. 

“As a tech-forward company that’s obsessed with creating the best guest experience, we are always innovating our game and finding new programs, new partners, and new ways to welcome everyone in,” says Susan Walmesley, Puttshack COO & CMO. “Puttshack is about bringing everyone in to play, and connecting with Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop – which has just hit the market – is a perfect way to kick off the season for summer fun in our venues.”

Guests can enjoy Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop cans on the course, BOGO mini golf on Mondays, throwback videos on Wednesdays, a “Maxed Out” national sweepstakes, and a limited summer-ready cocktail. Both brands are excited to celebrate summer with such a no-brainer combo of a great game and great beverage to share with friends – leveraging their shared value of “changing the game”: via mini golf and competitive socializing for Puttshack – and of course through the indelible mark that icons Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg have left on music and pop culture. 

"Puttshack and Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop make for a perfect partnership – nothing pairs better with high-tech mini-golf than a sip of a smooth, laid-back all-natural cocktail, courtesy of two groundbreaking icons,” says Rocco Milano, EVP Sales of Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop. 

Any great party needs more than great drinks. Puttshack is amping up the offers to get guests out of the heat and into its indoor tech-forward mini golf experience with a little something for everyone.

MAXED OUT MONDAYS  

This summer, Puttshack is keeping the weekend vibes going with Maxed Out Mondays. We’ll be kicking off each week with our limited-time-only cocktail, The Lowrider, and Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop canned beverages on the course to fuel your game. We are also offering a buy one, get one free mini golf game with code: MAXEDOUT to all Puttshack Perks members for use every Monday throughout the summer. What’s more, we’re rewarding high scores! Any guest who scores 550 or higher on Mondays will be emailed a $50 digital gift card for use toward any Puttshack purchase on a future visit.

WAYBACK WEDNESDAYZ  

We love to dial up the nostalgia with Wayback Wednesdayz at Puttshack, and this summer we’re taking it back to the 90s. Prepare to relive the golden age of hip-hop, as we pump up the jams with music videos featuring icons like Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.  Also, Puttshack is offering $10 off $50 or more to guests who dine in with the promo code: WAYBACK.

SINGLES NIGHTS

Whether you're looking to find the gin to your juice or just down for a laid-back night of mingling, we’ve got you covered. Select Puttshack venues will host singles mixers and speed-dating events this summer. Sip on our specialty cocktail, The Lowrider, or share a bucket of Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop beverages with your new, or hopeful, boo. Check local Puttshack venue pages for more details.

NATIONAL SWEEPSTAKES

We’re hosting the flyest sweepstakes of the summer...literally! From June 1st to July 31st, we’re giving you the chance to score big with Puttshack Perks. Simply sign up on our website, and we’ll pick one winner at random to win a Maxed Out summer experience in Las Vegas! Find out more at https://www.puttshack.com/summervibes.

Further details and information on signing up for Puttshack Perks to take advantage of our Summer Vibes to the Max offers are available at: https://www.puttshack.com/summervibes.

50th Anniversary Ad Campaign Celebrates Legacy and Future of North Texas’s Beloved Bar-B-Que Brand

North Texas’ beloved family-owned and operated meaty mainstay, Soulman’s Bar-B-Que, is kicking off its 50^th anniversary year by looking back on its generational legacy while embracing the future that the Royse City-based family operation has on the horizon.

In celebration of a year full of surprises, Soulman’s Bar-B-Que debuted a new commercial featuring the Hallett family, led by patriarch and Soulman’s founder, Don Hallett, reflecting on Soulman’s family legacy and looking to the future. Soulman’s partnered with Spectrum Reach and its in-house creative agency Kernel to create the ad campaign.

The commercial has aired across North Texas and has contributed to Soulman’s growth. Soulman’s saw a 13% year-over-year increase in sales in 2023 and has been featured on countless best-of lists in its five-decade-long tenure in North Texas’ oh-so-fickle culinary landscape.

LINK TO VIDEO - https://youtu.be/vtQPozpqpSA?si=ye9c4zUeecx3p0b3

“We understand what began as a passion has developed into a business journey that has supported thousands of team members throughout 50 years,” said Brett Randle, CEO of Soulman’s Bar-B-Que. “It’s wildly important that while we have realized growth, the true authenticity and quality of what we do, the food we prepare every day, is as down-home as it was in 1974, when Mr. Hallett got his hands on the same family recipes that we use today at our 19 North Texas Soulman’s Bar-B-Que locations.”

The television ad launched a year-long campaign for Soulman’s that will include throwback pricing, events, giveaways, and social media and influencer engagement.

“Soulman’s Bar-B-Que anniversary campaign was a unique opportunity to celebrate not just an iconic and beloved North Texas brand but a family’s legacy,” said Jeff Gregg, Regional Vice President, Sales for Spectrum Reach. “Don Hallett’s passion for Soulman’s is matched only by his passion for his family, and it’s been a privilege to weave this narrative into a compelling commercial that honors the past while looking to the next chapter in Soulman’s story.”

Concluded Randle, “Looking forward to 2024, we at Soulman’s Bar-B-Que anticipate additional restaurant openings in our home state of Texas, accelerated community involvement in each of the 20 communities we serve, continued operational excellence, and even more devotees to our brand and its meaty message.”

About Soulman’s Bar-B-Que

For 50 years, Soulman’s Bar-B-Que has satisfied the hardest to please bar-b-que lovers….Texans!  Founded in Pleasant Grove, Texas in 1974, Soulman’s had only a few simple goals—serve great Texas-style BBQ and offer friendly, sincere service.  Soulman’s original family recipes are still the foundation for the company’s success from their 8 different types of meat that are smoked “low & slow” over only hickory wood to their famous homemade sides, including Ranch house beans and Texas style cream corn! Throughout the years, this family-owned and operated company has remained true to its original strive for success and customer satisfaction and is honored to be considered one of the Top Bar-B-Que Chains in America (2018), the Best Bar-B-Que in Dallas for Takeout  & Delivery (2020) and one of the Best Bar-B-Que Chains in America (2024).

Soulman’s currently owns and operates 20 North and East Texas locations in Allen, Cedar Hill, Forney, Fort Worth, Garland, Greenville, Hurst, Lancaster, Lewisville, Mansfield, Mesquite, Quinlan, Red Oak, Rockwall I-30, Rockwall Goliad, Royse City,  Sulphur Springs, Terrell and Van. To learn more about Soulman’s Bar-B-Que, visit them online at http://www.soulmans.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/soulmansbbq.

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Mother's Day is just around the corner, and if you're searching for an exciting way to honor the special woman in your life, look no further than Puttshack! Situated in the heart of Addison, Puttshack offers a mini-golf experience unlike any other, making it an ideal spot for an unforgettable Mother's Day outing. Plus, on Mother's Day, all moms will receive a fresh cut flower while supplies last at Puttshack in Addison.

At Puttshack, guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind mini-golf experience, thanks to its cloud-based technology infrastructure and patented Trackaball™ technology. Each golf ball is embedded with a microprocessor, connecting players to a hands-free scoring system that enhances the competitive and exciting gameplay. The courses are filled with interactive elements and dynamic obstacles, ensuring that every round is a thrilling adventure.

Puttshack Addison now offers two unique experiences: the 9-hole mini-golf courses and the competitive Challenge Hole. The Challenge Hole features custom games and full-service dining in a dedicated suite, providing guests with an immersive mini-golf experience.

With family-friendly hours and a 21+ atmosphere after 8 p.m., Puttshack Addison is the perfect destination for fun-seekers of all ages. Guests can make reservations and experience the future of mini-golf today by visiting puttshack.com/Addison. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your mom's Mother's Day celebration truly special at Puttshack Addison!

Puttshack, the only upscale, tech-infused mini golf concept in North Texas, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Putt For Prizes game on April 18. Anyone who plays the online game is guaranteed to win one of the following exclusive prizes: a free game of 9-hole mini golf, a free flatbread, 25 percent off 9-hole mini golf, a $100 gift card, or the grand prize VIP Party Package! This incredible package includes a round of 9-hole mini golf, a connoisseur food package, and premium drink tokens for twelve people, valued at approximately $1,154.38.  

As another way to reward guests, Puttshack plans to launch a new weekday offer. Beginning on April 15, guests can now enjoy 50 percent off their second game of 9-hole mini golf, all day long Monday through Thursday.

"We're thrilled to launch our Putt For Prizes online game, designed to bring the excitement of Puttshack’s game directly to guests’ fingertips. Whether you’re coming to Puttshack for our mini golf, our food and beverage, or our high-energy atmosphere, we feel passionately that everyone should be able to experience what Puttshack has to offer. Which is why we’ve designed our Putt For Prizes game to ensure that anyone who plays, wins." said Simpson Borens, Director of Operations at Puttshack in Addison. “Alongside this exciting release, we are proud to introduce our revamped Weekday Offer. Our goal is to provide a rewarding and accessible mini golf experience for all guests. Whether you’re a golf enthusiast or a first-timer, Puttshack’s technology-driven mini-golf experience ensures an inclusive playing field for everyone.”

At Puttshack, guests can enjoy a mini golf experience like no other, thanks to the cloud-based technology infrastructure and patented Trackaball™ technology. Each golf ball is embedded with a microprocessor, connecting players to a hands-free scoring system that enhances the competitive and exciting gameplay. The courses are packed with interactive elements and dynamic obstacles, making every round a thrilling adventure.

Puttshack Addison now offers two unique experiences: the 9-hole mini golf courses and the competitive Challenge Hole. The Challenge Hole features custom games and full-service dining in a dedicated suite, providing guests with an immersive mini-golf experience.

With family-friendly hours and a 21+ atmosphere after 8 p.m., Puttshack Addison is the perfect destination for fun-seekers of all ages. Visitors can make reservations and experience the future of mini golf today by visiting puttshack.com/Addison.

Balekian Hayes, PLLC is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished legal professionals to its esteemed team: John H Withers, Jr. joins as Partner, while Emory Osborn and Jennifer Arnold join as Associate Attorneys. Their wealth of experience and dedication to excellence further strengthens the firm's commitment to providing exceptional legal services in family law. 

"We are thrilled to welcome John H Withers, Jr., Emory Osborn, and Jennifer Arnold to our team," said Kris Balekian Hayes, Managing Partner at Balekian Hayes, PLLC. "Their wealth of experience, dedication to excellence, and commitment to serving our clients make them valuable additions to our firm. We look forward to their contributions and are confident that they will help us continue to provide exceptional legal services to our clients."

John H Withers, Jr. – Partner

As a Partner at Balekian Hayes, PLLC, John H Withers, Jr. brings a wealth of experience and expertise in family law and criminal law. A dual board-certified attorney with a distinguished career, John 's commitment to excellence and unwavering advocacy for his clients have earned him recognition as a Super Lawyer and a nomination to Best Lawyers. A native of Dallas, John 's academic journey began at Texas A&M University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering. Following his undergraduate studies, John  pursued a path of service and leadership by attending the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, as part of the U.S. Army Reserve. Upon completing his Basic Course, John H pursued his passion for justice by attending law school at Southern Methodist University. His extensive legal background includes serving as an assistant district attorney and co-founding a successful law firm. John's dedication to serving his community extends beyond the courtroom, as evidenced by his military service and involvement as a member of the State Bar College and the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.

Emory Osborn – Associate Attorney

Emory Osborn joins Balekian Hayes, PLLC as an Associate Attorney with a fervent dedication to the practice of law. Emory's academic journey began at Texas Tech University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies. Her educational background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the societal and legal dynamics within family law. Emory continued her education at Oklahoma City University School of Law, where she excelled academically and demonstrated a strong commitment to service. In her legal practice, Emory provides comprehensive representation to clients facing divorce, child custody, or CPS issues, among others. Her passion for justice and dedication to her clients' well-being make her a compassionate and effective advocate.

Jennifer Arnold – Associate Attorney

Jennifer Arnold brings a unique blend of educational background, professional experience, and personal values to her role as an Associate Attorney at Balekian Hayes, PLLC. With a bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in criminology from the University of Oklahoma, Jennifer's background as an elementary school teacher has shaped her into an empathetic and skilled attorney. Her transition to the legal field was driven by a desire to effect positive change on a broader scale, leading her to pursue a juris doctor degree at the Texas A&M University School of Law, where she graduated cum laude with a concentration in estate planning. Jennifer's practice focuses on family law and estate planning, providing personalized legal representation tailored to each client's unique needs. 

As the legal landscape evolves, Balekian Hayes, PLLC remains steadfast in its mission to provide compassionate and effective legal solutions to individuals in Texas for their family law matters. For more information about Balekian Hayes, PLLC and its legal services, please visit https://bh-pllc.com/.