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By: Rachael Jackson\r\n Staff Writer<\/pre>\n
My Mom\u2019s Basement lies on the outskirts of downtown Monmouth in a quiet looking blue building. Enter inside the building and you\u2019ll find yourself in a surprisingly open venue set up specifically for tabletop gaming.<\/p>\n
The store was opened six years ago by Michael Haynes with the vision to provide a place to play good games with sociable people.<\/p>\n
My Mom\u2019s Basement is modeled to resemble just that: your mom\u2019s basement. Electrical boxes are left bare to full view and faux bricks are painted on the walls to mimic a childhood of playing games in the basement with friends and family. The store was decorated with a relaxed and low-key vibe in mind.<\/p>\n
My Mom\u2019s Basement is an open space to players of any age and experience. For example, card games like Pok\u00e9mon and Yu-Gi-Oh draw in middle and high school students on Thursdays.<\/p>\n
Gregory Grimes, senior education major, compares the atmosphere of My Mom\u2019s Basement to competitive places he has visited in Salem.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople are a bit more respectful,\u201d Grimes said. \u201cThe owners understand the games themselves and are willing to help you if you have questions.\u201d<\/p>\n
One local patron, Andrew Pratt, suggested that those interested in learning the popular tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons can come by at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays to create a character with the help of more skilled players. At 6:00 p.m. a group that sometimes reaches over 30 people embarks on a night of socializing through games.<\/p>\n
With all the rules and possible storylines, tabletop gaming may seem intimidating to get into. My Mom\u2019s Basement provides a welcoming setting with helpful people willing to show you the ropes. The games played here are geared towards recreation, not competition.<\/p>\n
It also provides a sanctuary for the weary college student looking for a quiet time. Howard Haynes, Mike Haynes\u2019 father, shared a story about two girls that came in during finals week. They rushed in and grabbed a game, sitting together to play privately. After an hour and a half of playing they put the game away and rushed back out to the next final.<\/p>\n
For those not interested in tabletop gaming may find something more enticing to play on one of the computers, Xbox 360s, or an older console offered.<\/p>\n
Stop by the shop after 12:00 p.m. on any day besides Monday to check it out or join in a game.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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