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Lake Compounce Celebrates Turning 167 By Giving The Keys to the Park to One Lucky Family

Bristol, CT, USA /PRWEB/ —  As the country’s oldest amusement park, Lake Compounce, turns 167 years young, they are preparing once again to celebrate by awarding the ‘Keys to the Park’ to one lucky family. In addition, the family will receive $200 to spend in any of the park’s retail shops, and a one-hour family photo shoot by Elizabeth Frias Photography to capture their special time, so they will always remember their once in a lifetime experience.

The winning family will be invited to attend a special ceremony in their honor on opening day, Saturday, May 12th, where family and friends are also invited. They will then return on a determined date to enjoy their exclusive experience.

This year, Lake Compounce is asking for nominations of extraordinary families who have gone above and beyond in their communities, or of those who have experienced hardship and would enjoy special treatment by the staff at Lake Compounce Theme Park for an evening.

“It’s really heart-warming to hear stories of how parents are working together with their kids on charity projects, community events, and just helping out in general,” say Lake Compounce general manager Jerry Brick. “We want to treat one special family to an evening they won’t ever forget.”

Two runner up families will also be chosen, and will be asked to attend the opening day ceremony, followed by a free day in the park.

“Winning the keys to Lake Compounce was such an amazing experience for our family, and our kids still talk about it a year later,” said Heather Plotkin of MA, mother of last year’s winning family. Heather says that her 7-year old son Tyler has had over 25 surgeries, and that they have had very little time for family fun.

Heather continues, “The staff went above and beyond making sure we had everything we could possibly want, from access to any rides as many times as we wanted, to snacks and meals, and even a special dance party. It was a night we will remember always.”

Entry forms, additional information, and rules and restrictions can be found by visiting http://www.lakecompounce.com/site/events.html. All entries must be submitted no later than April 27. Winners will be notified in early May, and announced on Facebook and via the Lake Lovers e-newsletter.

About Lake Compounce
Lake Compounce, part of the Palace Entertainment family of parks, is New England’s Family Theme Park and the oldest continuously operating amusement park in North America. With the largest water park in Connecticut, and a brand new water slide called Riptide Racer, the park is preparing for its 167th season. Season passes are now on sale for the 2012 season, and can be purchased for $69.99 for a limited time (Regularly $79.99). Unlimited parking passes are available to all season pass holders for $33.00. Regular admission price for the 2012 season will be $36.99. Junior admission, which is for guests under 52 inches tall, is $26.99. Senior admission, for ages 61 and up, will be $18.99. Children 3 years of age and younger are admitted free. All tickets and season passes may be purchased by visiting http://www.lakecompounce.com.

About Palace Entertainment
Palace Entertainment owns and operates 40 theme parks, water parks and family entertainment centers nationwide, including Kennywood, Idlewild and Storyland on the east coast. The company entertains millions of guests annually and is one of the largest park operators in the US. For more information, visit http://www.palaceentertainment.com.

Joe Kleiman
Joe Kleimanhttp://wwww.themedreality.com
Raised in San Diego on theme parks, zoos, and IMAX films, InPark's Senior Correspondent Joe Kleiman would expand his childhood loves into two decades as a projectionist and theater director within the giant screen industry. In addition to his work in commercial and museum operations, Joe has volunteered his time to animal husbandry at leading facilities in California and Texas and has played a leading management role for a number of performing arts companies. Joe previously served as News Editor and has remained a contributing author to InPark Magazine since 2011. HIs writing has also appeared in Sound & Communications, LF Examiner, Jim Hill Media, The Planetarian, Behind the Thrills, and MiceChat His blog, ThemedReality.com takes an unconventional look at the attractions industry. Follow on twitter @ThemesRenewed Joe lives in Sacramento, California with his wife, dog, and a ghost.

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