A long-time entertainment venue, the Crown Center has a new look and is rebranding. Come check out the brand new logo on Thursday, March 27 ,from 1-8 p.m. There will be an open house for the public to take a tour and check out the rebranding efforts in the facility and have some fun while doing it.

“This is an open house that is free and open to the public, “said Katie Mikos, director of marketing at the Crown Center. “We will be offering a wide variety of activities throughout the day that are family-friendly.” Mikos added that they are showcasing their new management and some of the changes that they have made since they have assumed their new leadership role.

The fun-filled event includes taking a tour of the facilities and a big scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt entails receiving a map of the facility. Guests then have a chance to visit the starred areas, booths and other spaces in all of the buildings in order to get your game card stamped. Each area will stamp your card. Once a is card completed, participants are entered to win a four-day trip for two to Las Vegas that will be announced at 7 p.m.

Visitors can also enter to win two tickets to every event for a year at the Crown Complex. The winner will be announced at 7:30 p.m. Various bands will perform on three stages throughout the main coliseum. The entertainers specialize in urban, country and other genres of music. Centerplate will showcase some menus items. Free prizes will be given away all day. There will be a children’s area in the Expo Center that will feature a performance stage sponsored by Kidsville News! Look for a varoety of games, activities, live karaoke and a kid’s band for the whole family to enjoy.

The Crown Center is the entertainment hub in southeast North Carolina. It consists of 관ve facilities — the coliseum, expo center, ballroom, theatre and arena — and can accommodate most any type of event. The Crown vision is to be recognized as the most professional, respected, and well-managed entertainment and sports complex in the region while providing safe, convenient and accessible facilities with an atmosphere that creates memorable experiences for all. The team strives to provide excellent customer service and the highest level of professionalism.

“We would love for everyone to come out and enjoy the day,” said Mikos.

“We want you to have a positive experience and feel welcome when you come in the building because this is your community facility.” For more information call Katie Mikos at 438-4117.

Photo: Don’t miss the Your Town, Your Crown event on March 27, as the Crown introduces its new look to the community.