Our Partners
What really makes Basket Case is the incredible small businesses and the products they have which we get to offer to you. We’re excited to introduce the small businesses we have partnered with to deliver you unique finds from across the country.
Highrock Haven
PARTNER OF THE MONTH
Highrock Haven began in 2019 in a small town in South Central Wisconsin after Izaak and Sandy welcomed their first two goats to their homestead. The sole purpose of these two was to clear some brush on their property. Their love for goats grew quickly, and while they don't just use their goats to clear out brush anymore, they proudly breed quality, registered goats.
In early 2021, Sandy and Danielle began handcrafting goat milk soap. They loved the benefits of the goat milk soap and wanted to share it with friends and family, both old and new, near and far! They have now expanded into several personal care items, so be sure to check those out as well!
Meet Our Partners
In this section, we’re excited to introduce the people working behind the scenes to make your experience at Basket Case the best it can be. Submit this form to contact us about joining this amazing list of businesses.
Dear Galena
Welcome to Dear Galena, a modern Zen retreat on a corner-unit townhouse golf villa with a wooded view. It's the perfect getaway for couples, friends, family or just you! Situated within The Galena Territory and near Eagle Ridge South Golf Course, this townhouse has two bedrooms - each with a king size bed and two bathroom. A pull out sofa bed for additional guest and high-speed Wi-Fi for streaming and all your work from home needs.
Galena Cellars
Little did Robert and Joyce Lawlor know back in the early 1970’s what their passion for winemaking would bring.
Acres of rolling farmland hosting 22 different specialty grapes, 60,000 gallons of wine per year, 40 wine varieties, three tasting rooms and thirty plus years later and many cherished friendships, the Lawlors are proud to have created a family legacy…that now spans three generations.
Scent Workshop Galena
Brianne Van Hemert, owner of Scent Workshop Galena, worked for over a decade as a tech recruiter in Chicago. A longtime friend of Lindsay's, she fell in love with candle-making after getting a candle kit for her daughters. She recently moved her family to Galena, where she married her husband years ago, and she started the 2nd location of Scent Workshop, which opened in October 2020.
River Bend Gallery
Geoffrey Mikol is a professional artist that owns River Bend Gallery with his family, in historic Galena, Illinois. As a person born with Down syndrome, Geoffrey has found a special connection with photography as a means of expressing his creative side. In early 2016, River Bend Gallery was launched to showcase his amazing photography collection. The following year a full line of gift items using his incredible artwork was added.
Great American Popcorn Co.
Our story begins with family. Great American Popcorn Company began in 1994 when our parents, David & Catherine Lewis, made Galena, Illinois, their full-time home. They left behind corporate jobs in Chicago for a different way of life, one in which family and top-notch customer service would be at the forefront of their business model. Being raised in the store, we watched our folks treat every customer who walked in the door like family. With kids of our own running around now and a lifelong love for popcorn, we will always uphold the same level of customer service that our folks founded our family business on.
Whistleslick Press
Whistleslick Press was founded by educator and author P. J. HarteNaus after the creation of her award-winning anti-bullying book series, Belden Boy. It was prompted by the discovery and restoration of a one-room schoolhouse outside Galena. Over the years, our bookstore has grown with many new award-winning children’s books. The Belden Boy Writing Camp was also created, a writing camp for children each summer inside Belden School. P. J. drives her vintage bookmobile loaded with hay bales, flowers and buckets of her books to numerous events in the area. The newly created Whistleslick Design helps adults to fulfill their dreams of becoming self-published, assisting with the creation of their very own book. But what is most important to P. J., is that children learn to love reading and writing. With the Belden Boy Gives Back Program, a portion of the proceeds go to animal sanctuaries and rescue groups in need.
Highrock Haven
Highrock Haven began in 2019 in a small town in South Central Wisconsin after Izaak and Sandy welcomed their first two goats to their homestead. The sole purpose of these two was to clear some brush on their property. Their love for goats grew quickly, and while they don't just use their goats to clear out brush anymore, they proudly breed quality, registered goats.
Galena Goat Yoga
Galena Goat Yoga became a dream for Jenn after losing both parents to Alzheimer’s and being downsized out of corporate America.
With the support of her husband Josh and his extraordinary craftsmanship skills, the dream became a reality! The couple purchased a small historic farm with an old horse barn and began a long renovation process. In the end, the aptly named, Silver Linings Farm, is now the perfect venue for special occasions: Reunions, Bachelorette, Birthdays, Corporate Health & Wellness, and Team Building Sessions.
Galena Country Tourism
Galena Country Tourism® is the official Destination Management & Marketing Organization for Galena Country®. Our mission is to promote, develop and expand the visitor industry for the benefit of the local economy and community including the City of Galena and Jo Daviess County, Illinois. We promote Galena Country as the Midwest’s premier destination for overnight visitors. Galena Country Tourism is supported by a board of 11 directors consisting of representatives from the travel and tourism industry, local government and experienced business persons.
Spotsies
Amazing, women owned, community focused, small business that's spreading smiles one gift at a time. Every vendor we partner with gives a portion of their proceeds to help a cause and Spotsie's gives annually to community needs locally as well. Gifts from Spotsie's truly are gifts from the heart. Spotsie's was created with a purpose to give back to the world around us more. Our mission is to create a positive customer experience by providing quality customer service and a product selection that supports our values of giving back.
Galena Bakehouse
Start your day at Galena Bakehouse, a craft grab and go bakery on Galena's charming Main Street. Enjoy our housemade pastries, always made from scratch, using the highest quality ingredients possible. Whether looking for a quick snack, an insta worthy picnic lunch, or decadent dessert, there is something for everyone at Galena Bakehouse.
Galena Bakehouse was created out of a dream to provide quality homemade food to everyone in Galena in a quick and convenient setting. By popular demand, previous innkeepers, Chef Geoff & Sous-Chef Alex are thrilled to curate treats and picnics for all!