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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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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!

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

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

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!!

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!

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

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

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 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!!

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

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...

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.