Stanley Marketplace Leads the Charge as Colorado Small Businesses Make the Case for Shopping Local This Holiday

AURORA, Colo. — With Black Friday a week away, small businesses at Stanley Marketplace are rolling out early deals, surprise raffles and extended hours to compete with the major online retailers.

“Everyone’s preparing for Thanksgiving, and then starting next week is our go time,” Karina Tittjung, owner of Bonez 4 Budz Pet Boutique, said. “It is beautifully chaotic. It is the best time of the year, and the magic really does start to happen.”