The Mop Shop News of 2025
Plan to stop by the Jo Daviess County Senior Expo on Wednesday, June 4. Approximately thirty-five vendors will be on hand from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at Galena's Elementary & Middle School, 1230 Franklin Street. Vendors are encouraged to offer raffles, door prizes and or promotional swag. Learn about programs and services available in and around JDC, meet friends and neighbors and leave empowered to "live well, stay connected and keep growing!" (May 2025)
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REMINDER! The Mop Shop will be open on Saturday, May 10, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. This is the only day we are open in May as Memorial Day, a federal holiday, is Monday, May 25. Next month, The Mop Shop will be open on Saturday, June 14 and Monday, June 22. New clients are always welcome! (May 2025)
Just in time for Spring cleaning! Come visit The Mop Shop for new products that include Libman sponge mops and indoor/outdoor brooms as well as Swiffer Heavy Duty Dry & Wet Sweeping Kits. Thanks to our generous donors, our shelves remain well-stocked! (May 2025)
Many thanks to Poopsie's for naming The Mop Shop as the local charity that will receive 1% of its annual sales this year! What an honor and privilege to be recognized in this way! Poopsie's commitment to civic engagement is admirable and The Mop Shop is most grateful for their support. On Wednesday, April 9, Poopsie's participated in the South Main Street Putt Putt Challenge sponsored by the Galena Chamber. A broom served as the putter and Dawn dish soap, paper towels and disinfecting wipes defined the parameter of play! Creative and fun...just what one would expect for Poopsie's! Thank you, thank you, thank you for being an advocate for the individuals served by The Mop Shop. (April 2025)
The Mop Shop is once again pleased to be included in United Way's 211 Database. If you need assistance with housing, healthcare, food, transportation, childcare, utilities, etc., please call 211. Free and friendly service providers are available 24/7 to provide local assistance. Visit www.211illinois.org for further information. (April 2025)
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Mark your calendars! The Mop Shop will be open on Saturday, April 12 and Monday, April 28 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Note that we will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. New clients are always welcome! (April 2025)
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Thanks to generous donors, The Mop Shop has recently added new cleaning products and personal care items to the shelves. Please stop by and see us! New clients are always welcome! (March 2025)
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March Madness! Clients visiting The Mop Shop in March will be invited to pick up a 28 oz. jug of Arm & Hammer laundry detergent in recognition of basketball's March Madness! The Mop Shop will be open Saturday, March 8 and Monday, March 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. New clients are always welcome! We hope to see you then! (March 2025)
For those needing transportation to The Mop Shop, please call Jo Daviess County Transit at 815-777-8088 to make a reservation. Be sure to pick up a 2025 JDC Transit Calendar in the bus or at The Mop Shop to ensure you don't miss a distribution date! Dates The Mop Shop is open are highlighted each month throughout the year! (February 2025)
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The Mop Shop will be open from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon on Saturday, February 8 and Monday, February 24. Residents of Jo Daviess County in need of cleaning products are welcome to stop by either day. Clients may select three higher value items (like mops, brooms and disinfecting wipes) and three lower value items (such as paper towels, tissue and dish soap). Every other month, clients may select EcoBreeze laundry detergent sheets or liquid laundry detergent and fabric softener. New clients are always welcome! (February 2025)
EXCITING NEWS! Galena's Main Street is filled with unique shops, interesting galleries and a plethora of coffee shops and restaurants. Located at 402 South Main Street, Poopsie's is a fun, funky shop with something special for everyone! Committed to civic engagement, Poopsie's has given back over $50,000 to the community in the past few years. In 2024, Poopsie's committed to giving back 1% of sales to local charities. Recently, The Mop Shop was notified that it was selected as a recipient of Poopsie's generosity this year! We are extremely grateful for Poopsie's interest in and support of The Mop Shop as we continue serving residents of Jo Daviess County. Our heartfelt thanks to Poopsie's! (January 2025)
To better accommodate our clients, instructions for selecting product currently posted in The Mop Shop have been translated into Spanish by friends at Lord of Love. The registration forms have also been translated and are now available. Many thanks to Steve and others for sharing their knowledge to help us better serve members of our community. (January 2025)
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! Please visit us at The Mop Shop on Saturday, January 11 or Monday, January 27. We are open the second Saturday and fourth Monday every month, unless it's a federal holiday. During the winter month, it's a good idea to check our website to ensure The Mop Shop is open if roads are hazardous due to weather conditions. Your safety and that of our volunteers are our top priority. Pick up a Jo Daviess County Transit Calendar available at The Mop Shop to ensure you don't miss a distribution date. New clients are always welcome! (January 2025)