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.” Karina Tittjung, Owner of Bones 4 Budz

Bonez 4 Budz plans Black Friday discounts and Small Business Saturday specials and door-busters. The shop will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Small Business Saturday and is raffling two gift baskets valued at more than $800 from local sponsors. They also have a surprise raffle worth more than $500 starting e

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