The Local Parlor on South Gaylord

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At dusk, when most salons are quieting down, an elderly gentleman began dropping by The Local Parlor on South Gaylord. He’d sit in the corner, never speaking, just watching the stylists work their magic. No one knew who he was or why he came every day until one fateful afternoon. Finally, one stylist worked up the courage to ask him why he always watched in silence. With a twinkle in his eye, the old man replied, ‘I’m here to make sure you girls don’t cut each other’s heads off!’ Everyone burst out laughing, realizing that maybe he wasn’t so mysterious after all.

2. A young man in a hurry arrived one morning, clutching a package wrapped in brown paper. As he rushed through the door, he accidentally knocked over a vase, sending it crashing to the floor. The owner, Mrs. Jenkins, quickly picked up the pieces and glanced at him with a twinkle in her eye. 'Hurry all you want,' she said with a smile, 'but sometimes life's best moments take their time.' The young man sheepishly smiled back, his package safely tucked away. That day, ‘the local parlor’ became known for not just haircuts but also for its quirky charm.

3. While getting a trim one afternoon, a regular leaned over and whispered, ‘You know, they say the owner’s cat can predict who’ll get promoted.’ The stylist rolled her eyes but didn’t deny it. Another day, another customer asked curiously, ‘Does your cat really pick winners?’ With a smile, the stylist replied, ‘Well, she hasn’t missed yet—everyone she picked got a raise!’ A delivery driver chimed in, ‘Except for me… guess I’m just here for the coffee!’

4. While getting a perm one day, a woman turned to her stylist and asked, 'Is it just me, or does that old truck outside always seem to be parked exactly opposite my chair?' The stylist smiled knowingly and replied, ‘Oh no, ma’am, that’s Mr. Jenkins from down the street—he’s been watching over you ever since he saw your new hairstyle.’ The woman blinked in surprise, then laughed heartily as she realized how much fun it was having an admirer without even knowing it.