Making a Community: A tribute to Walt & Annette McAllister

Nuzzle bees. That’s what we called them. As I sit here recalling the first time Casey shyly took me to his favorite “spot” in Galesburg, those yellow, porcelain salt and pepper shakers are an image burned into my mind- a tiny feature of the decor that reflects its overall eclectic appeal. What I didn’t realize…

3 Simple Ways to Genuinely Boost Your Community this Holiday Season

Believe it or not… it’s beginning to look a lot like the Holidays! It’s so difficult to believe we’ve already made another rotation around the sun. The air is crisper, the music is merrier, and the promise of food and family is just around the corner. In all the hubbub, it’s so easy to allow…

Our Shop, Your Shop

One of the things I always wanted for potential customers, and one thing I suppose I am always looking for myself when I walk into anyone’s doors, is a place where I can actually belong. It may sound corny, it may sound cheesy… but why do we settle for any less in life? I believe…