Playa Bowls Franchise Owner Expands with New Location at Westview Promenade
Gene Sherman, a former Anytime Fitness franchise owner, has selected the Westview Promenade in Frederick County as the site for his second Playa Bowls location. The new store will occupy 1,226 square feet and is expected to open in December 2026. This follows an existing location at Clemson Corner and a third planned in Urbana. Sherman signed a lease with Hill Management Services after representation from both tenant and landlord brokers. Playa Bowls offers superfruit bowls made fresh-to-order, including açai, pitaya, green, coconut, oatmeal bowls, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and cold brew drinks—all free of dyes or chemicals. Sherman is also planning two more locations in Carroll or Washington counties. He believes the growing consumer focus on health and wellness aligns with his values and has driven demand for fresh, real ingredients over processed foods.
