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Moon Enterprises, Proud Laconia MC Week® Board Member!
The Half Moon, the block at the very center of Weirs Beach, has been at the heart of Motorcycle Week action since the early 1950's, when the business was established by Sidney Ames. The very symbol of Weirs Beach, the iconic, neon Weirs Beach arrow sign, built in 1956, was a result of Sidney's efforts. His three sons have carried on with the business, now known officially as the Half Moon Enterprises. They have also carried on with promoting Weirs Beach, in 1998 establishing the website WeirsBeach.com, the best source for general information about the area.
The Half Moon block begins at the corner of New Hampshire Avenue and extends down Lakeside Avenue to Tower Street. On the left corner, the Half Moon Pizza Stand sells the freshest, tastiest pizza in town. Next door, there are many exciting vendors located in the Half Moon Penny Arcade and Bumper Cars buildings, including American Iron Outfitters, Tennessee Leather, Joe’s Steel, and the tattoo artistry of Mr. Bill's Roadhouse. At the cen- ter of the block, the Half Moon Gift Shop has a great selection of Motorcycle Week T-Shirts, jewelry, and accessories. On the right corner, you'll find Hot Leathers located in the Half Moon Family Fun Center building.
Tucked behind all the Lakeside Avenue action is the Half
Moon Motel & Cottages, the most convenient lodging location in the area, within very close walking distance of all the Motorcycle Week activities. The Half Moon Motel & Cottages features a beautiful scenic view of the lake from every unit; a king-size, solar-warmed pool; modern motel rooms; and comfortable cottages with kitchenettes and private, screened-in porches. Reserving a room at the Half Moon for Motorcycle Week is easy; just visit them online, at www.halfmoonmotel.com.
Over the years, the original Half Moon has expanded to include the Beachview Bazaar and Castle Rest. The Beachview Bazaar, just a short stroll down Lakeside Avenue from the Weirs Beach arrow sign, is a biker shop- ping favorite, with many fine vendors, including Bear Hollow Trading Post, American Iron Outfitters, Motorcycle Rally USA, George Dyer Leather, and Sunglass Connection. While at the Bazaar, relax and eat your fill at Castle Caterers. Located right next to the Beachview Bazaar, at the purple house called Castle Rest, you’ll find vendors Hot Leathers, Trading Post CT, and Joe’s Steel.
For more info about the vendors at the Half Moon,
the Beachview Bazaar, and Castle Rest, please go to www.weirsbeach.com/motorcycle-week-vendors. H
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Photo Courtesy: SilverFoxStudios.US - 2019
Photo Courtesy: SilverFoxStudios.US - 2019
Action at Party Central – 2019
The name may
have changes but
the memories remain!