Alan Lenser (pictured here) and Devon Austin opened Rabbit’s Den Gaming in October 2022. Rabbit’s Den Gaming is a sit-down-and-play hobby store focusing on trading card games such as Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, and Magic the Gathering, tabletop games like Dungeons and Dragons and Warhammer, and board games. They sell new games, game accessories, and snacks for gameplaying sustenance, in addition to having a board game library of 100+ games for people to enjoy. There is no fee to stop in and play.
Alan stated, “Having a space for people to gather for hobbies, especially after covid, has been very fulfilling. It makes it a little easier than clearing off a table at your house… it’s a comfortable environment.” Alan has been enjoying owning a small business, even though he never imagined himself stepping into this role. Due to disabilities affecting his vision and ability to walk, Alan could not keep a regular job. The small business has proven easier to manage with his limitations. His biggest challenge has been distribution. “A lot of odds and ends are product that come and go on a rotation. Keeping things in stock can be difficult”
Rabbit’s Den Gaming wants to be a welcoming and inviting space for visitors to learn new games and socialize. They’ve seen customers from 3 to 82 years old enjoy the space, from casual to competitive players. Anyone who likes to play, gather, and have fun can join in. Alan shared, “Magic the Gathering is the most popular. It’s the hardest card game in the world to learn, but it’s the most sociable.”
Interested in learning to play or want to make a new friend? Check out Rabbit Den Gaming’s Facebook page for a weekly in-person gameplay schedule and a Discord server link for virtual gameplay options. “It won’t be hard for you to find people to gather and play.”
In parting, Alan said, “We welcome everyone, all ages! Come in and have a good time!”