The Workshop Galena

08/31/2026

🌟 August Consumer of the Month 🌟

Congratulations to Danielle, our August Consumer of the Month! 🎉

Danielle was nominated for her hard work and for consistently demonstrating a positive attitude toward her job responsibilities and daily activities. She is kind, pleasant, and helpful to both staff and her peers, and she is always willing to step up and assist with additional tasks when asked.

Danielle has also maintained great attendance and continues to show that she is dependable and committed. Her positive attitude and willingness to help make a difference each day! 💙

Congratulations, Danielle! We are so proud of you! 👏🎉

08/30/2026

Store Clear Out Sale!!!!!!
We are celebrating our 2nd anniversary with a week long clear out sale!
Starting Tuesday September 1st through Saturday September 5th!!!!

08/28/2026

¡Adiós, Summer! ☀️🌴🎉

We celebrated the end of summer with a fun-filled fiesta! We enjoyed crafts, a delicious lunch with refreshing virgin margaritas, played bingo, and danced the day away. 💃🪇🎨

Thank you to everyone who helped make our “Adiós Summer” party such a great time! ❤️

08/28/2026

♠️ WELL… THAT WASN’T HER! 😂👑

Card #24 revealed the 10 of Spades, which means the Queen of Hearts is STILL on the run! 🏃‍♀️💨

But there IS some good news…
💰 $33,345 IS UP FOR GRABS! 💰

The Queen may be hiding, but this jackpot sure isn’t! 👀🔥

👉Your next chance to find the Queen:
📍 Galena Elks Lodge
📅 Thursday, September 3rd
🕡 6:30 PM

🎫How to get your tickets:
🔗 theworkshopgalena.org
📍The Workshop • Gifted Hands Thrift Store • Galena Illinois Elks Lodge

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING! 📣

The Workshop is looking for a Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team! 💙

If you enjoy helping others, creating meaningful activities, and making a difference in the lives of adults with disabilities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 🙌

✅ Valid driver’s license
✅ High school diploma or GED
✅ Background check required

Interested? Apply online at https://www.theworkshopgalena.org/employment or call Courtney at 815-777-2211 ext. 410 with any questions.

08/27/2026

REMINDER!!!! OUR STAFF AND CONSUMERS WILL BE CELEBRATING THE END OF SUMMER WITH A PARTY SO WE WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 28TH!

08/25/2026

🍗 DON’T MISS THE WORKSHOP’S ANNUAL BROASTED CHICKEN DINNER! 🍗

Our Annual Broasted Chicken Dinner is coming up, and tickets are going fast! 🎉

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Galena Elks Club – 123 N. Main St.

🍗 Adults: $20
🍗 Kids 10 & under: $10

🎟️ Tickets must be purchased in advance by September 11th and are available at The Workshop.

Come enjoy some delicious chicken while supporting The Workshop and the individuals we serve! ❤️

👉 Don’t wait—get your tickets today! We’d love to see you there! 🍗🎉

08/25/2026

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟
✅ Valid driver’s license required
✅ High school diploma or GED required
✅ Must pass a background check
✅ Part-time position
If you’re looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference while helping others build valuable job skills, we’d love to hear from you! ❤️
📍 Stop by The Workshop to fill out an application
or go online to https://www.theworkshopgalena.org/employment
📞 Or call Denise at 815-777-2211 ext. 417
Come join our team and help us provide jobs for all abilities! 💙 See less

08/21/2026

👑♠️ THE KING SHOWED UP… BUT THE QUEEN IS STILL HIDING! ♠️👑

Card #39 was picked this week, revealing the King of Spades! The winner was in the house and took home $75! 👑♠️ No Queen yet, so the jackpot keeps climbing!

💰🔥 NEW JACKPOT: $30,935! 🔥💰

Come out Thursday, grab your Queen of Hearts tickets, enjoy the appetizer special, and try your luck at finding the Queen! ❤️👑
Will this be YOUR lucky week? 👀🍀

👉Your next chance to find the Queen:
📍 Galena Elks Lodge
📅 Thursday, August 27th
🕡 6:30 PM

🎫How to get your tickets:
🔗 theworkshopgalena.org
📍The Workshop • Gifted Hands Thrift Store • Galena Illinois Elks Lodge