What's New at Poopsie's in Galena

Support Our Troops!

2011-12-02T09:23:00.002-06:00

Check out this link to see how you can support those spending their Holidays over seas! We love to find ways to give back, especially when to the troops.

Happy Holidays!

We're back to writing....

2011-12-02T09:17:00.002-06:00

Our apologies...we got so tied up in reopening and all of that, that we have totally forgotten about our blog. We are on Facebook all the time and send our Emails regularly, but that's no excuse to ignore our bloggers.

So we officially mark today as the 1st day of blogging...AGAIN :)

Enjoy!
Poopsie's

p.s. If you haven't liked us on Facebook or joined our Email list you really should. You might be missing out!

Create Family Fun This Holiday!

2010-11-29T20:32:00.002-06:00

We love the new trend of families getting back to the basics...spending time with family and friends. This often means family game night! What a great idea and how fun it can be. Kids and adults of all ages find themselves laughing, relaxing, learning and more. We are all pulled in way to many directions and with the holidays quickly approaching, it will only get worse. Poopsie's hopes you will remember to step back and take some time to slow down and enjoy the loved ones around you. Pull out an old classic or pick up a brand new game, either way, enjoy every moment!

Can't think of what to give someone this holiday season? Why not pick out a new game they can share with their family and friends for many laughs to come.

Well, Hello.

2010-11-10T21:04:00.005-06:00

It is customers like you that inspire us to keep the FUN of Poopsie's going!

We hope you'll visit us online at poopsies.com or on Facebook.

Come meet us in person in the spring....you can tell us if we really look like our pictures!

Disney Princesses and Mickey Too!

2010-10-18T20:31:00.005-05:00

Yes you read that correct! We now have the ability to create a personalized magical music cd where the Disney Princesses, Mickey Mouse, Elmo, the Veggie Tales or even the Wiggles can sing to your child by name.

Here at Poopsie's, we never get tired of watching the slow grin grow on their face the first time they hear it.

"Bell is talking to me???" It's usually more than they can wrap their little brains around and just delightful for everyone around them to watch.

You can hear these cds and more at our web site. For sure add these cds to your MUST HAVE list for the holidays. We can create them instantly so they ship quick!!!

Check 'em out today!

Think you need an update here....

2010-10-15T21:32:00.002-05:00

Wow, I can't believe I let things slip away since June! Well needless to say a lot has changed since then...which is probably the reason I haven't had a chance to write since then. Funny how that works isn't it??

So let's see.....the owners of Poopsie's (who created it from the ground up 18 years ago) decided they wanted to retire and do all of the fun stuff the rest of the world has been doing on weekends. A couple sales occurred, lots of best wishes from customers and the place was quickly beginning to clear out.

For a few of us that have been with Poospie's for many many years...this was an exciting but sad time. Poopsie's isn't your every day shop so it was very hard to watch it go. And that is what writes the next chapter of this story.

A fellow Poopette and I decided we just had to keep the laughter rolling and play times going. And so long story short, we have purchased Poopsie's and the FUN WILL CONTINUE!!

Now the 'new' Poopsie's is getting ready to play. We will be back in full swing again in the spring. If you can't wait that long to get your Poopsie's Fix, find us on Facebook ~ Poopsie's of Galena and shop online at poopsies.com.

Can't wait to hear from you again soon!!!

Favorite Daddy Moments

2010-06-16T08:55:00.001-05:00

Share Your Favorite Daddy Moment

Dad's time to shine! Share your favorite father moment with Poopsie's and WIN!

It can be a sweet moment, a blooper, great adventure...the sky is the limit here. Can't wait to hear your stories!

Grand Prize: Mindflex Game

2nd Prize: HookUm Game

Multiple $20 Prize Packages

Even better idea would be to surprise Dad with his prize after you win the contest for him!!

Email us by Friday, June 18th to enter!

**Email your story to info@poopsies.com or post it on our Facebook page. By entering the contest, you are authorizing us to share your story with others via Facebook, email and our web site.**

Check back to see stories we hear......

Father's Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day Winners

2010-05-18T09:11:00.003-05:00

So judging was pretty tough, but after a few extra cups of coffee and a dozen more donuts we have made our decisions! Drum roll please.......

Winners are...............Grand Prize: Joan Ketels & family (pictured here). CONGRATULATIONS!!! Enjoy your $100 shopping spree!

And we have 5 runner up prizes of $25: Kristy Linenfelser, Betsy Kaage, Lynn Schara, Jim & Tina Powers, and Christy Brothers Nelson!! Congratulations everyone!

We loved seeing all of our Poopsie's Moms and their kidlets, even the furry ones. Keep in touch as you just never know what we might come up with next time.

Poopsie's Has Been Selected....

2010-05-18T09:04:00.003-05:00

POOPSIE'S has been selected to be one of 45 shops nationwide to introduce UNIVERSITY GAMES new game, Callisto. Demonstrations for the game will be held Friday, May 21 from 3-6 pm and then again, Saturday, May 22 from 11-3pm.

Cindy Burger, an Omaha-based representative for the company, will be showing kids, adults and any one in-between this new family oriented strategy game. According to Cindy, Callisto is "fun, easy to learn and will become a game that is going on our family's game shelf when I get home !" Join Ms. Burger at POOPSIE'S to learn all about Callisto.

University Games, has been bring games into the toy market for over 24 years. With more than 200 games introduced since opening, the company has received awards for its games by Parent's Choice magazine, Family Fun magazine, Child magazine, Dr. Toy to name several. The men behind the company are two guys who have long believed that fun and learning are part of everyday life.

During these demonstrations, POOPSIE'S will be offering an introductory offer on CALLISTO,
so plan on stopping in for some play time. Hope you will come out and play!!

Mother's Day

2010-04-29T09:29:00.002-05:00

Yep, the most important day of the year is coming real fast. May 9th!!!

Of course we're talking about Mother's Day. Remember without Mom...you wouldn't be here.

Until May 5th you can find the perfect gift for Mom at Poopsie's and save 20%! Shop online or in the store...just remember to use the coupon code MOMSDAY. We will also give FREE SHIPPING on orders over $49. Shop fast before we change our minds!

Discount will be given on the least expensive item in your cart. Valid on instock items only. Free shipping is for standard shipping to a single address within the continental U.S.

Calendar for DEALS Room

2010-04-29T09:27:00.001-05:00

Here is our calendar for the DEALS room...support your favorite or support them all :)

April 26 – May 9 Tyler Justice Center for Children
May 10 – May 23 Galena Food Pantry
May 24 – June 3 Safe Haven Humane Society
June 4 – June 10 Relay For Life – American Cancer Society
June 11 – June 27 Galena ARC

If you've never visited our DEALS Room yet...well hurry on over. Choose from over 2,721 discounted items from out DEALS Room! All proceeds will be given to Galena based charities. (i.e. pet shelters, food pantries, family support organizations...) Save 20-70%, fill your gift closet, and give back to the community! WHAT A DEAL! Hope you will stop in and see us!

Coupons, Coupons, Coupons

2010-03-23T08:47:00.003-05:00

Yes, we have coupons out there that will start March 24th. If you haven't gotten your hands on any yet, well then here is your chance. Coupons for $10 off a $30 purchase! And $20% off a single purchase!!! And here is the best part....there are two of each of these. Expires on April 18th. You can use them online, but we'd also love to see you in the store...because that is where we are :)

Hope you will take advantage of our coupons. And please share them with your friends and family. We have awesome gifts that will wow anyone you give them too. And great customer service.

Hope to see you soon!

Poopsie's

Looking For Models...Dog Models that is!

2010-03-09T08:30:00.002-06:00

With Poopsie's being such pet lovers, we couldn't help ourselves from sharing this one! Just in....a company we work with is looking for dog models.

If you would like your furry friend featured in a work of art, post a picture of your dog on Artful Home's Facebook Wall by 3/15. Also email a copy to dogs@artfulhome.com. They are looking for up to twenty dogs to be included in Jane Troup's next painting. Good luck!!!

They will pick the winners by 3/22.

Remember to follow us on Facebook too. You just never know what we'll post on there.

What Do We Do For Winter Entertainment??

2010-03-02T21:25:00.002-06:00

So what do we do at Poopsie's to entertain ourselves through the long, snowy, cold winter???

We redecorate of course!! Painting, painting, painting....and maybe a little more painting. Oh yeah, and we may have moved an item or two or three. You soooo need to stop in and see what we have all been up to. We LOVE IT and think you will to!! There is one detail about our new Poopsie's that we can't yet disclose, but it will be unveiled soon so keep checking back.

If you can't keep up with us on the blog, then join us on Facebook. Every now and then someone sneaks a picture of our progress on the page. Plus we share lots of other fun and interesting information, products and fun.

So what have you been doing to survive your winter??

2010-02-04T11:07:00.004-06:00

VALENTINE'S CONTEST!!

Share your Valentine's Day plans with us and if our special panel of judges finds yours to be the best then YOU WIN!!

14 Lucky Lovers will win a $14 gift card...get it Valentine's Day is on the 14th....

And ONE LUCKY VALENTINE WILL WIN A $50 POOPSIE'S GIFT CARD!!

So let the lovey dovey thoughts start to flow and when you think you have the best plans made for your sweetheart...share them with us. Happy Valentine's Day!!

It's that time again...

2010-01-14T10:05:00.006-06:00

February 2-4th... it's Winter Special Olympics time. My guess is that there will be a parade of Olympians again down Main Street, here in Galena. Wouldn't it be neat if as many of us who can, show up to cheer on these wonderful athletes, their coaches, families and friends? Let's make it a date, shall we?

The Special Olympic athletes and supports are some of the most sincerely appreciative people you will ever meet. We love this event every year!

For more info about the event go to this link.

Never Before Done!!

2009-12-31T10:41:00.003-06:00

Okay so we have gone completely bonkers after the holidays and we have decided to make the entire store 30% off. If it's in our store, then it is 30% off. And all holiday is an additional 30% off!!

It won't last long, so shop now and save yourself some work in 2010. Better yet, stop in or call with your list of birthdays, anniversaries, and Christmas gifts for 2010 and we'll help check them all off your list before the year even gets into the full swing of things!

Offer only good thru Jan 3rd.

Hey have you joined us on Facebook yet? Joined our Emailing List? Or best yet...started your own Poopsie's wishlist?

Yikes!

2009-12-18T21:11:00.002-06:00

Yikes! We've been so busy shipping out boxes for the holidays that we totally forgot to get a post or two on our blog. Our apologies. Well you just have a couple days left to shop at Poopsie's on the web and get your box by Christmas. We are loaded with awesome games for any age, great gadgets for those grown up boys, comfy items to pamper yourself with and oh so much more. Check us out online or better yet...give the UPS man a break and come visit us in person. We'll be waiting!!

Personalized CDs

2009-12-03T19:45:00.003-06:00

These personalized cds are still the must have gift this holiday season. We've expanded our selection to include Mickey Mouse, Disney Princesses, Veggie Tales and more. If you have kids under the age of let's say around 8....then you need to check these out. In case you've never seen these, they sing to the child by using their name many many times throughout the cd. And you can personalize the label too. A child can never have too much music in their world!!

Let's Poopsie's personalize one for you today!

Need A Personal Shopper?

2009-12-03T19:35:00.002-06:00

At Poopsie's there is nothing we like to do more than shop. One of our many services available to YOU, our customer, is your very own personal shopper. Santa was visiting last weekend and he took a little time between kids to give us tips on the perfect gifts! So we are all set. Stop in the store, email us or give us a call and see what we can do to make your gift giving just right this year.

Email us at info@poopsies.com or call us at 888-GALENA-1.

Some other services we provide are gift wrapping, layaway, reward points and great customer service.

Let us know if we can help.

Exciting News for Poopsie's

2009-11-10T08:39:00.003-06:00

Yesterday there was an article in the Telegraph Herald that said we (Poopsie's) were one of the top 5 sellers of the game Ruckus!! There are 1500 retailers selling the game and we are in the top 5!! We can't believe it ourselves, but we are very proud and excited and just had to share the news with you. If you've never tried the game...don't wait another minute. It's a fun, fast-paced, family game that you will play until the cards no longer recognizable.

See the article online, click HERE.

To order the game right this moment, go to POOPSIE'S.

If you stop in the store, don't be afraid to challenge us to a game of RUCKUS. We are always up for the challenge. Better bring your A game, because we are good!

Are Your Kids Ready??

2009-10-22T10:42:00.003-05:00

Christopher Pop-In-Kins loves children and longs to visit real boys and girls. Santa, being the #1 wish grantor ever, grants his wish and appoints Christopher "Santa's Very First Children's Elf". He pops in for a visit from late November through Christmas Eve. This little elf fills your home with fun and laughter while waiting for Christmas morning to arrive.

This one-of-a-kind Christmas tradition includes a special game of holiday hide and seek. Where will Christopher pop up next? "Up on the mantle? Atop the bookshelf? High on the draperies? Now where is that elf?"

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2009-10-06T08:59:00.003-05:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Poopsie's is doing our part to spread the word. Stop in the store and you'll see how!

If you can't make it into the store you can still help spread the word. The more people click on this link and then click the "Click Here to Give - it's FREE" button, the more FREE MAMMOGRAMS that are provided. Can't get any easier than that can it?

http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/clickToGive/home.faces?siteId=2

Your click on the "Click Here to Give - it's FREE" button helps fund free mammograms for women in need — low-income, inner-city and minority women whose awareness of breast cancer and opportunity for help is often limited. Your click is paid for by site sponsors, and mammogram funding is provided to clinics throughout the U.S. through the efforts of the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

We think as a group we can make a real difference! Thanks!!

A Few More Facts

2009-09-06T22:52:00.002-05:00

*The United Nations Environment Programme estimates that there are 46,000 pieces of plastic litter floating in every square mile of ocean.

*Plastic bags are often mistakenly ingested by animals, clogging their intestines which results in death by starvation. Other animals or birds become entangled in plastic bags and drown or can’t fly as a result.

*Even when they photo-degrade in landfill, the plastic from single-use bags never goes away, and toxic particles can enter the food chain when they are ingested by unsuspecting animals.

*Greenpeace says that at least 267 marine species are known to have suffered from getting entangled in or ingesting marine debris. Nearly 90% of that debris is plastic.

So please make a move in the right direction and help to reduce the impact of plastic bag waste worldwide by buying a reusable bag today! Envirosax presents a fashionable and practical solution to the problem of disposable plastic bags. Check them out today!

www.poopsies.com

Facts For The Day:

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*Approx 380 billion plastic bags are used in the United States every year.

*That’s more than 1,200 bags per US resident, per year. Approx. 100 billion of the 380 billion are plastic shopping bags.

*An estimated 12 million barrels of oil is required to make that many plastic bags.

*Americans consume more than 10 billion paper bags per year. Approximately 14 million trees are cut down every year for paper bag production.

*Most of the pulp used for paper shopping bags is virgin pulp, as it is considered stronger.

*Paper production requires hundreds of thousands of gallons of water as well as toxic chemicals like sulphurous acid, which can lead to acid rain and water pollution.

An easy way to make a big difference is to use REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS. Poopsie's has Envirosax, which are stylish, inexpensive, compact and oh so strong. Wait until you see how much they can hold!!! Find them at Poopsie's.

Spread the word and change the world.

Take A Spin at Poopsie's

2009-08-05T16:17:00.001-05:00

Come take a spin at Poopsie's this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. That's right the Wheel will be making an appearance!!! If you've never experienced the wheel...well then I guess you'll have to come see what we are talking about. See you this weekend!

107 S Main St, Galena, Il 61036
815-777-1999

Find Us On Facebook

2009-07-28T10:30:00.003-05:00

Yes we are on Facebook too! Great way to keep up on what's happening at Poopsie's, future events, unique specials and oh so much more. Sometimes you'll find youtube videos, coupons for our Facebook Fan, and maybe even a photo or two of staff being a little extra goofy. So check us out! Then share us with your friends. Hope to hear from you soon.

Click here to find us now. Or if you want to look at some of the new goodies we've found, go to poopsies.com and click around.

Galena area is a little like Yellowstone Park

2009-06-21T20:46:00.003-05:00

Looks like the Galena area and Yellowstone National Park have a few things in common. Gorgeous views, great outdoor activities and now black bear. You read that right....there have been a black bear or two sited in the area. The news even made it on Fark.com. You can read more about this unusual and exciting news at http://www.journalstandard.com/homepage/x488803717.

We thought we'd pass it along to our web friends, ust in case you needed a new reason to travel to Galena. If we can learn to speak bear, we'll ask it to stop by Poopsie's for a photo shoot.

Check back again to see if more there is more bear excitement to come.

Change The World For Ten Bucks...

2009-05-11T11:22:00.005-05:00

The book Change the World for Ten Bucks delights and engages at every turn. It is a book of simple, everyday actions that we can all do. It includes a postcard to send to someone who inspires you, two pages stuck together (don't throw your gum in the street!), tear-out tabs to make introductions to the neighbors, and dozens of other creative prompts for positive change.

Here is a little background on the book. In 2004, a London-based community organization called We Are What We Do launched with the publication of a little book with a big idea: 50 simple actions to make the world a better place. Since then, Change the World for Ten Bucks has spawned a movement, multiple editions, and sales of over one million copies internationally. At last, here's the U.S. edition.

Possibilities are endless....what do you think you could do??

Dubuque Humane Society & Poopsie's

2009-04-14T08:28:00.003-05:00

Poopsie's is teaming up with the Dubuque Humane Society to help some of our furry friends. There are an abundance of pets that go through the Dubuque Humane Society and we want to help them with their efforts. So we are having a SHOP AND SHARE weekend.

All you have to do is SHOP...and we will do all of the SHARING! That's right, we will donate 10% of your sale on Friday April 17, Saturday April 18 and Sunday April 19 back to the Dubuque Humane Society to help them care for pets.

Right now they have a major....Cat Overpopulation! The amount of cats at our shelter is currently out of control. So if you have been thinking about a fuzzy little foot warmer, now is the perfect time. Just go to http://www.dbqhumane.org/ for more information.

An Important Subject

2009-03-24T10:08:00.002-05:00

We feel this is an imporant subject and thought you might too. It's really disturbing to see the numbers on dating abuse. Any abuse is too much abuse.

Click here to learn more...

Pocket Angels

2009-02-12T08:17:00.004-06:00

Angels can play such an important part in people's lives. We have been carrying pocket angels at Poopsie's for many years now. And over the years we have been told some truly touching stories of how one simple little pocket angel has changed someone's life. We are starting to feel guilty that only we get to hear these wonderful stories, so we thought we'd take it to our blog. Hopefully some of you have purchased or received a pocket angel and have seen the remarkable changes it can bring. We would LOVE for you to share your stories with all of us.

Pocket angels are not just a simple token to hide away in your pocket. These tokens are a small gift with a huge impact. They are a constant reminder of an inner strength, a loved one, or the hope of tomorrow. People have been eagerly sharing their stories with us at the store, and we are now asking for our blogging crowd to share stories too.

Just yesterday we received a new angel...the Awareness Angel. There is an awareness ribbon on one side and an angel on the other. There are also hearts, X & O's, 5 Rules of Happiness and more.... Click here to see them all.

We really hope you will share your stories with us. If you don't want to post your story on our blog, feel free to email your story to us at info@poopsies.com.

Thanks, Poopsie's

Athletes Reach For The World

2009-02-04T15:11:00.005-06:00

Less Than a Week 'til the Games!

Poopsie's thought this was pretty cool and wanted to share it with all of you! Go team USA!

In February, a group of seven athletes will compete at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Idaho (February 7-13) as part of Team U.S.A. They all had won gold medals previously at the State Winter Games in Galena. The athletes appreciated all the support they received from the greater Galena community and wonderful volunteers and fans they met here.

You can follow the progress of Team U.S.A. on the website http://www.specialolympicsteamusa.org/. Below is the list of those who are part of the Illinois delegation – including Coach Dean Wilson of Galena and former Jo Daviess Workshop staffer Maggie Dittburner!

You can help encourage more athletes in this state with intellectual disabilities to reach for the world by supporting Special Olympics Illinois!

Admin Cristea, Athlete-Alpine skiing
Chad Gatlin, Athlete-Speed skating
Susan McCollum, Athlete-Figure skating
Theresa McLachlan, Athlete-Cross-country skiing
Mark Oftedahl, Athlete-Snowshoeing
Savannah Smith, Athlete-Snowshoeing
Cole Stamm, Athlete-Cross-country skiing
Andy Compton, Coach-Showshoeing
Larry Needham, Coach-Figure skating
Barbara Needham, Coach-Speed skating
Karin Webster, Coach-Snowshoeing
Dean Wilson, Coach-Snowshoeing
Maggie Dittburner, Sport Manager-Cross-country skiing
Michele Henson, Communications Director

The Illinois Winter Special Olympics

2009-02-02T14:49:00.004-06:00

LET THE GAMES BEGIN!!

Over 400 athletes from the state of Illinois compete in five winter sporting events at the Illinois Special Olympics Winter Games. Help them kick off the event with the opening ceremony and parade in downtown Galena, Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.

It is always so much fun to get to know these special olympic athletes while they are in town. They are always filled with contagious enthusiasm and love for their sport.

If you like winter fun, then stop at Chestnut Mountain Resort on February 3,4, & 5 and cheer the athletes on. If you can't be there to cheer them personally, we have a link below where you can do just that.

Show Your Support Online

Mention the OLYMPICS in-store or on our website during the event, Feb 3-5, and get OUR OLYMPICS 15% DISCOUNT* on your purchase.

PLUS we will contribute 10% of the purchase total to the ILLINOIS WINTER SPECIAL OLYMPICS.

Valid on in stock items only. Not valid on special orders, holds or any previous purchases. Enter coupon code OLYMPICS at the time of checkout.

Take Poopsie's With You...

2009-01-22T11:43:00.002-06:00

Take Poopsie's With You...

That's right!! Pack us ALL in! Okay...how about just our Poopsie's Bag.

Our Poopsie's bag seems to be a MUST HAVE when people come to visit us! People have all kinds of different reasons why they want to take one home with them. A few of these would be...to take lunch to work, use as a purse, use as a gift bag and many more.

Well, we would like to take this to a whole new level! We would love to hear that you took us to school, to the beach, maybe the zoo or better yet...to Paris, France...ooh-la-la.

Here is how it works. You email us a picture of you and your Poopsie's bag and we will post it on our website. You can email us at info@poopsies.com . In your email be sure to include your name, location and permission for us to post the information.
We can't wait to hear from you!!!

Cause a little RUCKUS this winter!

2009-01-19T13:29:00.000-06:00

It may be winter but that doesn't mean you can't have fun. Now is the perfect time to pull out your favorite family game! A little friendly competition is always fun.

One of our favorites here at Poopsie's is RUCKUS. It's a fast-paced card game for young and not so young. But any game will do...so go PLAY!

Poopsie's

Tell us about some of your favorite winter fun. Just add it to the blog.

39 Clues - One False Note

2008-12-05T07:35:00.000-06:00

THE MOMENTUM IS BUILDING WITH EVERY CLUE!!

The 39 Clues Book 2: One False Note is by acclaimed author Gordon Korman and is available now at Poopsie's! Grab your book quick and let your next adventure start. There are still many clues unfound and many clue cards untouched.

**Collect all 39 Clues and be one of the top 39 point scorers, and you can compete for the $10,000 grand prize!

In case you aren't familiar with the 39 Clues series, it is a 10 book series about the Cahills. The Cahills are the most powerful family the world has ever known. 39 Clues hidden around the world guard the family's power, and it's up to YOU to find them. It's Cahill versus Cahill in a worldwide race to find the Clues . . . and beat the competition. Join in the fun!! Find more clues at the 39 Clues website.

Personal Shoppers

2008-12-01T11:56:00.000-06:00

Ho Ho Ho...Happy Holidays!!

We wanted to remind you that everyone at Poopsie's are certified Santa Helpers. If you would like to have your very own personal shopper call us at 888-GALENA-1. You'll never guess what cool stuff we found this year!

Save the Boobies!!

2008-10-14T14:59:00.000-05:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Poopsie's wants to be sure everyone is getting their Boobies checked...that goes for you men too.

According to the Susan G Komen site, "Getting tested regularly is the best way for women to lower their risk of dying from breast cancer. Screening tests can find breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable. In this section of About Breast Cancer, we discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each of the standard screening tests used today—mammography (including digital mammography), MRI, clinical breast exam and breast self-exam. We also discuss what happens if a test shows something abnormal."

If you are able to visit us during the month of October, you will see that we ALL wear an extra set of Pink Boobies during the month. It makes for a great way to spread the word and to be honest we really like the extra attention :)

We also have Save the Boobies and Save the Tatas shirts available for customers. Proceeds from the shirts will be donated to Susan G Komen foundation during the month of October. All pocket token proceeds will also be donated to the Susan G Komen foundation.

We hope you will go out and do your part in spreading the word about Breast Cancer Awareness this month. You never know...you just might save a life! Wouldn't that be the best!

Here are a couple great sites for gathering information about Breast Cancer and the many ways we fight against this disease.
Susan G Komen
American Cancer Society

A New Favorite Friend!

2008-10-13T15:58:00.000-05:00

We have a new favorite at Poopsie's! Elvis the Lion by Beeposh has to be one of the cutest and snuggliest friends one can have. He is made of fleece...so he's super soft...and he has a wild mane. Maybe it's the fact that he is a bit unruly that makes us love him so.

Love the stripes!!!

- Alana

Poopsie's Play Day

2008-09-29T22:27:00.000-05:00

Visit us for a day loaded with FUN on Saturday, October 4th!

Learn a new game or find a new gadget! Chances are we have a few you had no idea existed! Come meet toy experts from Chicago and the Midwest. See what is new, exciting and just plain fun.

Did we mention yet that we are giving away FREE TOYS, GAMES AND MORE?

Also, Buy 4 items and get the 5th items FREE*!!

Just to warn you...we are good at games, so you better bring your A-Game.

*some items are excluded.

Why Play Is Important

2008-09-29T22:20:00.000-05:00

We believe play is very important for children of all ages. Play is how children have fun, acquire skills, experience success, and build self-esteem. Play helps children figure out the world and where and how they fit in. Play is also a great stress-reliever and in today's fast moving world that is very important.

According to ASTRA Toy, "through Play children practice, reinforce and remember what they are learning." It is an important building block for life. So Poopsie's would like to challenge you to spend a couple extra moments with your children and just Play...you might even have a little fun yourself!

“Children have to play with what they know to be true in order to find out more, and then they can use what they learn in new forms of play.”
Fred Rogers
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood

Patricia Locke is coming to Galena!

2008-09-09T20:56:00.000-05:00

2008 Patricia Locke Trunk Show

Our favorite jewelry designer is coming to Galena. You love her jewelry and now you can tell her in person. See what she does with Austrian crystal and semi-precious stones in her newest collection. It is irresistible!

Saturday, September 27th only
12 until 4 p.m.Poopsie's - 107 S Main St, Galena
Patricia Locke in store from 12 until 2 p.m.

Sticks Trunk Show This Weekend!!

2008-08-28T08:01:00.000-05:00

Please join us for our Sticks Trunk Show!

Now's your chance to meet with a Sticks Artist who can help you design your very own Sticks piece. Create your own heirloom! Also, ALL of our in-stock Sticks pieces will be discounted this weekend only!! If you know anything about Sticks...you know this is a very special treat.

So if you are looking for a reason to get out of the house this weekend...come visit Poopsie's and we promise you will not be disappointed.

Kids Helping Flood Victims

2008-08-13T13:04:00.000-05:00

A little fruit punch can go a long way.!!

Here is a wonderful group of kids that wanted to do something to help people impacted by this year's flooding. After a little bit of pondering they decided to set up a fruit punch and chocolate covered pretzels stand. After a day of fun in the sun, they raised $44.00!

They knew Poopsie's was collecting money to aid those impacted too, so they brought theirs to us. We were so impressed and proud that we raised their $44.00 to $100.

Way to go kids!! Keep up the good work. We hope you all enjoyed your goodie bags :)

If you would like to help aid those impacted by the flooding, we have included a couple links for you. Red Cross and 2008 Flood Resource Center.

Our Sticks Trunk Show is coming soon...

2008-08-11T12:44:00.000-05:00

If you need an reason to travel to Galena...well here is a good one. On August 30th, you will have the opportunity to meet with Sticks Artists right here in our store. You will be missing out big time if you don't stop by. Not only are they a LOT of fun...they can help you design your very own Sticks piece too. What a great way to create your own heirloom!!

If you aren't familiar with Sticks, then you will want to check them out. All their pieces are handmade one-of-a-kind pieces and beautiful. We hope you will enjoy them as much as we do.

Harry Potter

2008-07-23T11:17:00.000-05:00

Yesterday marked the one-year anniversary of the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Wow, time goes by fast!

And did you know, Harry Potter has a birthday coming up soon? His birthday is July 31st, so you have a few days to shop for Chocolate Frogs, Fizzing Whizbees, or a new Firebolt.

Why not use Harry's birthday as your reason to have one more party with the kids this summer. The book "Oh Yuck" might be of interest. Or maybe the Icky Poo Toy! The important thing is to be sure to have lots of fun doing whatever you choose to do.

New Website!

2008-07-07T14:28:00.000-05:00

Poopsie's has received an online face lift...or shall we say complete make-over...you be the judge. You will still find us at www.poopsies.com. We hope you will find our site to be very customer friendly and easy to navigate. We LOVE it! Our favorite new feature is the WISH LIST. It will hopefully take care of all those sticky notes you have to leave around the house as hints. Now you can simply set up your very own WISH LIST and anyone can shop from it for you. Can't beat that!!

If you need a personal shopper, simply call us 888-GALENA-1. We hope you will visit us soon. Online or even better in our store.

You Won't Believe This...

2008-06-24T08:46:00.000-05:00

You are not going to believe what we have found this time... Road Kill Bingo. Yes you read that correctly. It's not your average game of bingo. If you are thinking of taking your family on the road this summer, then you need to check this game out. We love it. It is absolutely hysterical fun for the car.

Roadkill Bingo comes in a handy reusable package that fits in your glove compartment. You can put your insurance papers and registration papers inside so you always know where they are.

YOU SHOULD NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT AGAIN!!!

You can take a peek at our Road Kill Bingo at this link:
http://www.poopsies.com/product/552/5863/Roadkill_Bingo_Game.html

Father's Day

2008-06-03T14:34:00.000-05:00

Oh do we have the perfect Father's Day gift this year!! You have to check out our new line called LIFE IS CRAP®. They believe that the universal cure to crappy situations is laughter. We at Poopsie's would have to agree!

These shirts are practical and humerous. If everyone had at least one, then the world would never have 'bad days' again.

If you want to see them in detail, click on the link to our site http://www.poopsies.com/category/662/0/Life_Is_Crap_TShirts.html.

Remember Father's Day is June 15th. If you need any gift ideas, please visit us at www.poopsies.com.

2007-04-02T19:20:00.000-05:00

Wine Lovers Weekend was more fun than the I Love Lucy episode in the grape vat! Thanks to everybody who made our weekend so much fun. There wasn't a 'whine' in the house. Hope to see you back for Easter!

To all of you who discovered our Habit Patches - way to go!

Hope those 60 people who got the bottles of wine enjoy every drop!

Poopsie's in Galena

2007-03-30T11:56:00.000-05:00

Have you shopped at Poopsie's in Galena, Illinois? Or on their website....www.poopsies.com.....they have coolest stuff for everyone you can think of. When we shop there it's not a five minute in and out of the store. Everything from high quality, made in america stuff to fun toys for all ages...not just the kids. They are helpful and not pushy. If you're in Galena it's worth the stop. They are located in the middle of Main Street on the left hand side of the street. Go there - you won't be disappointed!Here's their website link.........http://www.poopsies.com