Gallery In The Garden Expands with New Partnership

Online, July 9, 2010 (Newswire.com) - (WOODSTOCK, Ill.) - Gallery In The Garden, an annual event that celebrates the synthesis of art in nature, announced today its expansion into the neighboring property of the Royal Victorian Manor (http://royalvictorianmanor.com). Locals and film buffs worldwide know the house as "The Cherry Street Inn" from the 1992 comedy film Groundhog Day with Bill Murray.

The expansion allows over 20 more artists to participate and creates opportunity for more proceeds to benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of McHenry County (http://www.casamchenrycounty.org). The one-acre property, which has recently been restored into a bed and breakfast, will accommodate additional exhibit space for artists, a second music stage and the debut of a kids' area where children are invited to create their own art. The event is held on Saturday and Sunday, July 24 - 25. It is free and open to the public.

"There are so many wonderful attributes to this community that made us want to start a business here in Woodstock," said Everton Martin, the owner of the Royal Victorian Manor with his wife, Karla. "When we were asked to be a part of Gallery In The Garden we jumped at the chance to align ourselves with such an amazing event that is reflective of what's great about McHenry County. We are also proud that our partnership will benefit the children of CASA of McHenry County."

The list of 66 artists are set and include work from the jewelry, ceramic, stained and blown glass, photography, sculpture, watercolor, illustration and printmaking disciplines. All the work is for sale and samples can be previewed by visiting http://www.galleryinthegarden.org and clicking on the Artists page. Besides a line-up of talented musicians playing throughout the day, Jenapea's will be selling food and drinks and Jaci's Cookies will be providing cookies. A portion of proceeds from all food, drink and art sales will be going to CASA of McHenry County.

"The Royal Victorian Manor is one of the crown jewels of Woodstock and its property is an idyllic setting to annex the event," said Deb Glaubke, Co-Founder of Gallery In The Garden. "Everton and Karla have taken great care in preserving this landmark and I'm happy that Gallery In The Garden can help bring attention to their new bed and breakfast business, but also have more space to showcase the best artists among us."

Gallery In The Garden is held at 600 Lawndale Ave., Woodstock, Illinois, 60098 from 10:00AM to 5:00PM on July 24 and 25.

Both Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of McHenry County and Gallery In the Garden are 501(c)(3) Non-For-Profit organizations.

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About Gallery In The Garden
Gallery In The Garden is a two-day annual event that celebrates the synthesis of art in nature presented in a private garden. Located in Woodstock, Illinois, Gallery In The Garden offers the public a unique opportunity to experience local artists in a natural setting featuring a water garden, an Japanese meditation garden and a variety of native and imported plantings. Founded in 2006 by Deb Glaubke, Gale Harris and Rob Glaubke, the three-quarter acre space was developed from a plain backyard to become the location of one of the most premiere and celebrated garden events in northern Illinois. Gallery In The Garden is a 501(c)(3) Non-For-Profit organization that benefits local charities. For more information, visit http://www.galleryinthegarden.org.

About The Royal Victorian Manor
The Royal Victorian Manor is a bed and breakfast celebrated as a historic and cultural vacation retreat in the heart of quaint Woodstock, Illinois. Built in 1894 the Manor provides five suites, complete with adjoining private baths. Guests may journey through the history and comforts of Woodstock and its nearby vacation communities or use the property for special events such as bridal showers, renewal ceremonies, baby showers, business meetings, birthdays and honeymoons. The Manor was the filming location for "The Cherry Street Inn" in the classic1992 comedy, Groundhog Day. Please visit http://www.royalvictorianmanor.com for more information.

Press Contact:
Deb Glaubke, (815)337-0697
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