Book Store Opens + Cat Lounges Debut + Holiday Concert Dazzles + Game Shop Expands: MD Business News

Heading into the new week, Patch highlights the previous week's top business stories from across Maryland. Below is a roundup of those stories. You can catch up on other business news by clicking here.

Barnes & Noble To Open New Baltimore County Branch In November

The Barnes & Noble bookseller said a branch will open Wednesday at 130 W. Ridgely Road, next to the Old Navy store at the Lutherville Station Shopping Center.

First Ever Prince George's Fashion Week To Feature Runway Shows, Designers, Entertainment

Fashion enthusiasts will have a chance to see original designs, runway shows and live entertainment when Prince George's County hosts its first-ever Fashion Week.

The Game Haven Of Maryland Expands In Baltimore County As Popularity Booms

Located at 1319 Bedford Ave. in the Pikesville Shopping Center, The Game Haven of Maryland doubled its footprint and now occupies 8,000 square feet of space. The specialty shop previously operated in a 3,500 square foot space.

Former Trans-Siberian Orchestra Singer Bringing Candlelit Christmas Concert Back To Havre De Grace

Thousands of flickering candles, a 12-piece orchestra and a former Trans-Siberian Orchestra vocalist will help usher in the holiday season when Christmas by Candlelight returns to the STAR Centre in Havre de Grace Nov. 27.

Two Cat Lounges Are Coming To Montgomery County

Two lounges aiming to find new homes for adoptable felines will soon be setting up shop in Montgomery County. Catlands Lounge, which aims to be the county's first cat lounge, will be opening at 375 Main Street in Gaithersburg's Kentlands neighborhood. The second brand coming to Montgomery County is the Paws & Relax Cat Lounge, located at 8227 Woodmont Ave., in Bethesda.

Engineer Opens Performing Arts Preschool In Howard County

An electrical engineer who has spent nearly a decade working for Amazon has expanded his preschool business in Maryland, offering an early childhood education program that combines traditional academics with music, theater and dance.

Furniture Retailer Signs On At Annapolis Town Center: Report

A new furniture retailer is joining the list of stores that make up Annapolis Town Center. The nationally recognized Herman Miller brand will take over the space that once housed Gabby and Summer Classics at 1910 Towne Centre Blvd.

Bel Air School Celebrates 30 Years As Enrollment Grows 70%

The Highlands School, which specializes in educating children with learning differences, celebrated its anniversary recently. Founded 30 years ago to help children with learning differences, the school shared at its anniversary celebration that enrollment has grown about 70% over the past four years.

New Publisher Takes Over Popular Annapolis Newsletter

Naptown Scoop, a popular daily newsletter that highlights the latest developments impacting the Annapolis community, is entering a new era. Naptown Scoop was founded in 2020 and has since amassed a strong following in the community.

New Primary Care Practice Coming To Columbia's Merriweather District

A new primary care practice is coming to Columbia's Merriweather District, adding to a growing collection of medical offices in the mixed-use community. CloseKnit has signed a lease for 4,484 square feet at 10285 Lakefront, where it will offer internal and family medicine services.

Additional business news:

• Bill Would Impose Higher Tax Rates On Proposed Elkridge ICE Facility
• 2nd Hospital In Howard County Unlikely: New Report
• Pasadena Treasurer Admits To Stealing $238K From Youth Sports Club
• Free Document Shredding Event Saturday In Bowie
• Legislation Blocked That Would Expand County Council's Spending Authority
• $181K Fast Play Ticket Sold In Elkridge
• Industrial Warehouse Property Sells For $7M In Rosedale
• $4M Allocated For Affordable Housing Projects In Howard Co.
• Westfield Montgomery Mall Releases Events List Ahead Of MoCo Holiday Season
• Calvin Ball Confirms Move To Lead Baltimore City Community College
• FILM Task Force Recommends Creating Commission, Website, Liaison For Howard Co.
• 323 Anglers Participated In Bel Air Fishing Rodeos
• Baltimore Ravens Finalizing Trade For QB Jacoby Brissett: Report

Crime-related business news:

• 7 Drones Added To HCPD For Emergency Responses

• Vet Hospital Receptionist Used Dead Dog's Name To Obtain Opioids

• 2 Suspects Wanted In Use Of Counterfeit Money: Police

• Port Of Baltimore Exec And Wife Killed In Harford County Crash
• Bel Air Police Warn Residents Of $168K Lost In 2 Scams
• Scammers Impersonating Prince George's Sheriff's Deputies
• Barn Catches On Fire At University Of Maryland Terp Farm
• Former Government Contractor From Silver Spring Pleads Guilty To Espionage
• Free Vehicle Theft Prevention Service Saturday In Howard Co.
• Man Charged Over Rowdy For-Profit Pool Parties In Baltimore County

Restaurant business news:

• Armored Truck Driver Fights Off 2 Men Trying To Steal McDonald's Cash Pickup

• Food, Donations Being Collected For Harford Co. Families This Thanksgiving