MESA Spring Concert for The Lynx Project – APRIL 4 2022
This is a video recording of a virtual fundraising concert put on by NAFME UIUC Chapter and UIUC MESA benefiting the Lynx Project. The concert includes poetry written by Garden Center Services program participants, Victoria and Toni who are a part of Garden Center’s poetry writing group with the Lynx Project.
The Beverly Review – APRIL 2022
Beverly Review article about Second Chance Thrift Shoppe’s Summer 2022 opening and Garden Center’s June fundraiser, The Sunny Smash. “GCS set for Second Chance.”
The Beverly Review – MAY 2021
The Beverly Review featured a letter from Gerry. “Local Agency Urges Support for Legislation.”
The Beverly Review – JUL 2019
The Beverly Review featured GCS programs in its Pride Issue. “Garden Center Services Help Clients Achieve Amazing Lives.”
Rabbit Style News Blog – SEP 2017
Rabbit Style News blogger, posted an outfit inspired by growARTS artist Kelly Jo in her blog. “Style Imitating Art: Coffee Cup by Kelly Jo”.
Voyage Chicago – AUG 2017
Voyage Chicago featured an interview with Garden Center’s Executive Director, Gerry Beagles. “Meet Gerry Beagles of Garden Center Services”.
The Beverly Review – JUL 2017
The Beverly Review featured GCS programs in it’s Mt. Greenwood Pride Issue. “Garden Center Services Continues Service to Individuals, Families.”
PBS News Hour – MAY 2017
PBS News Hour featured an article about the Garden Center’s growARTS program at Garden Gallery & Studio. “Artistic Skills and Independence Bloom for these Adults with Disabilities.”
Chicago Parent – FEB 2017
Garden Center’s Second Chance Thrift Shoppe ranked #1 for Kids Clothes! “Five Best Thrift Stores for Kids Items in the Southwest Suburbs”.
The Beverly Area Planning Association – JUN 2016
The Beverly Area Planning Association featured an article about Garden Center’s Supported Employment Program. “Garden Center Services Supports Individuals with Disabilities to Gain Employment”.
The Beverly Review – May 2016
The Beverly Review featured Garden Center’s 4th Annual Super Sunny 5k. “Garden Center Services to host Annual Super Sunny 5k”.
The Patch – SEP 2015
Article featuring 15 years of Second Chance Thrift Shoppe. “Lemont’s Second Chance Thrift Shoppe celebrates 15 year Anniversary”.
Capital Gazette – JUN 2015
Capital Gazette article featured the closing of the gallery as a result of funding cutbacks. “Garden Gallery & Studio Closes.” Article at bottom of page.
Best Things in Illinois – 2015
Garden Center’s Second Chance Thrift Shoppe ranked #10 of Thrift Stores in Illinois! “Eleven Best Thrift Stores in Illinois”.
The Beverly Review – FEB 2014
The Beverly Review featured GCS’s community relationships in an article, “Garden Center Growing in Service”.
Chicago Tribune- FEB 2013
Chicago Tribune featured an article about Garden Center’s Garden Gallery art program. “Garden Gallery Gets Serious Praise from Art Lovers”
The Patch – JAN 2013
The Patch Community Corner featured an article about Garden Center’s new location in Mt. Greenwood. “Organization that Serves the Developmentally Disabled Looks to Increase Community Connections”
ABC 7 Chicago – AUG 2012
ABC 7 Chicago article featured the Garden Gallery & Studio program. “Gallery Connects People with and without Disabilities.”
ABC 7 Chicago – DEC 2011
ABC 7 featured Garden Center Programs. “The Disabled Bloom at Garden Center Services.”
Trib Local – NOV 2011
Trib Local featured an article about the planned opening of the Garden Gallery & Studio program. “Garden Center to Open Gallery in Downtown Tinley Next Year.”
The Patch – AUG 2010
The Patch Community Corner featured an article about Garden Center’s dedicated Second Chance managers “Gratitude Shows in Thrift Shop Managers’ Dedication”.
