2024 Q1 New Business Spotlights
Exciting new developments and businesses are popping up around Parker! From new retail spots, to new eateries, and services for Parker residents, we’re seeing updates and improvements all around our community. We’ve got a round-up of some of the newest businesses to establish themselves and updates on businesses who have announced they’re coming!
The Sensory Spot
Opened at the end of 2023, The Sensory Spot is a sensory-friendly play space meant for children of all ages. They offer classes, including yoga, therapy dog visits, movies, crafting, and more. Other resources include sensory tables and textured walls to encourage independent play and comforting resources like weighted blankets, noise-canceling headphones, and blackout tents. The owner, Kayla Pallace says of the new space, “We decided to create a space where individuals and families could come throughout the week to socialize and explore a sensory friendly environment, while building confidence and connections along the way. We have taken particular care to highlight that simple, affordable resources can truly showcase the creativity of children.”
The Sensory Spot is open at 18870 Plaza Dr, Unit 102 in Parker, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Learn more and see the event calendar at www.thesensoryspot.us
TNT Pizza and Wings
Opening in April of 2023, TNT Pizza and Wings is one of the first black-owned pizza places in Colorado. This family-owned shop has already become a local favorite. They also believe in giving back to the community and connecting with the local community. The company was featured on CBS News Colorado, with owner Laticia Lewis saying of the news that they were first black-owned pizza shop, “I hope this opens the door for all minorities to know that if it's there you can do it," said Lewis.” Her son, and pizza chef at TNT, Tyrese Bailey, commented on the community-focused environment saying, “You can come in here, sit down, get you a water, get a Gatorade, watch the game, you don't have to order anything, just come in and talk if you just wanna get out the house, you don't have to come order pizza. It's just a home for everyone.”
Visit TNT Pizza at 17860 Cottonwood Dr in Parker. They’re open Friday and Saturday from 1 - 9 p.m., Sunday 1 - 6 p.m., and Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1 - 8 p.m. Learn more and follow along on the TNT Pizza Facebook page.
The Refillary
According to The Refillary owner Adrienne Grolbert, “You don't have to be perfect. If all you can do is refill your hand soap or refill one thing of dish soap, that's a difference. You made a difference in our local landfills.” The new retail establishment specializes in reducing single-use plastic by creating a space where residents and customers can bring in their own containers and fill them with daily household items like soap, laundry detergent, or shampoo. The store also focuses on American-made products and keeping items local when possible, reducing their carbon footprint and giving back to the environment.
Interested in seeing how easy it is to reduce your waste? The Refillary is open at 19501 E Parker Square Dr in Parker Wednesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Learn more on their website at www.refillary.co
Business Announcements
Here at Parker Economic Development, we want to keep the community informed about new businesses that are popping up around the community. Make sure to follow our Facebook page to be the first to learn about what businesses are coming or in development in 2024! Here’s a couple that you may have missed.
Chicken N Pickle - a unique combination of local eats and entertainment, at Chicken N Pickle you’ll find a casual, chef-driven restaurant and sports bar that has pickleball courts, yard games, and more. The Parker location is set to open in 2025! Learn more.
Snarf’s Sandwiches - An award-winning sandwich chain makes their oven-toasted sandwiches to order and recently announced their newest location in Parker! The new location will be at 17914 Cottonwood Dr. Learn more.