Great news for tabletop enthusiasts and community game-lovers across the Baltimore area: The Game Haven of Maryland is expanding in Baltimore County, riding a wave of booming popularity that has made the local gaming destination a go-to gathering spot for players of all ages.

According to a report from Patch, the beloved Maryland gaming hub is growing its footprint in Baltimore County as demand for its offerings continues to surge. The expansion reflects a broader trend of community-centered, in-person entertainment spaces finding enthusiastic audiences looking for fun, face-to-face connection beyond screens and streaming.

Game Haven-style venues have become cherished third places in many communities — spots where neighbors meet, friendships form over board games and card tournaments, and families spend quality time together. The Baltimore County expansion signals that this kind of community-building entertainment is not just surviving but thriving in the region.

Also adding a bright note to Baltimore’s week, the city made national headlines when it named a street after Olympic ski legend Lindsey Vonn to mark her 20-year partnership with Baltimore-based athletic apparel giant Under Armour, according to SnowBrains. The street naming celebrates both a world-class athlete and the enduring bond between Vonn and one of Baltimore’s most prominent homegrown companies — a feel-good milestone that puts the city in a celebratory spotlight.

Together, these stories paint a picture of a Baltimore region full of energy and community pride — from a local gaming shop growing to meet its neighbors’ enthusiasm, to a city honoring an iconic athlete with a permanent tribute on its streets. It’s a good week to be in Baltimore.

Sources: Patch, SnowBrains