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14 | July 12, 2018 | The wilmette beacon NEWS wilmettebeacon.com Sprouted Child Care opens new building in Wilmette Hilary Anderson Freelance Reporter A tour through the new Sprouted Child Care and Early Education, by One Hope United, makes it seem as though children themselves designed the place, one where they want to play and learn. Families, friends and youngsters gathered for the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of their new building June 27 at 3201 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette. “The state-of-the-art center is for children to learn and grow from infancy to pre-kindergarten,” said Kristin Pettice, director of the center. There was something for everyone to see and do. Visitors of all sizes explored the features of a Wilmette fire truck and police car on-site for the grand opening. Many tested the sirens. Children took advantage of the flowers they could plant. Each youngster took one to grow at home and left one to grow at Sprouted. The nonprofit Sprouted Child Care and Early Education by One Hope United is not new to Wilmette. It has been in the community for more than 30 years. “It previously was known as the Wilmette Child Development Center and before that, Lutheran General Daycare,” Pettice said. The previous Wilmette location was not originally designed as an early leaning center for babies and preschoolers. “It has been redesigned from the ground up with little learners in mind. Its modern, nature-themed décor and unique design elements make every day a discovery waiting to happen,” said Christine Czech, deputy director. The facility accepts babies from six weeks to 5 years when the child is ready for kindergarten. “We are the only fulltime daycare facility around for infants and toddlers,” said Karina Slaughter, director of programs. “Due to many of our clients being educators, we know they have high standards for early childhood care and education,” Sprouted teacher Sharmon Mack said. “Half of our current infant class has parents who are teachers.” Each classroom has both adult and child-sized doorways and individual bathrooms and sinks. “There are math, science, sensory and literacy centers in each,” Pettice said. “There is a writing table where youngsters can journal, write or draw and learn to work with each other. You have to start early in their lives focusing on the social and emotional development of the child.” Anthony Ruth (left), senior vice president of marketing and communications of One Hope United, takes part in a ribbon-cutting at the new Sprouted Child Care and Early Education building Wednesday, June 27, along with Beatrix Colin, 3, of Wilmette, Lillian Colin, 5, of Wilmette, Lillian Rogers, 4, of Winnetka, Max Keller, 5, of Winnetka, Kristin Pettice, director at Sprouted, and Julie Yusim, executive director of the Wilmette/ Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce in Wilmette. Rhonda Holcomb/22nd Century Media Wilmette teens set to help Lurie Children’s Hospital with sale Project Sell garage sale scheduled for July 14 in Wilmette Alexa Burnell Freelance Reporter Wilmette teens Matt Roth and Grant Condry are the founders Project Sell — a charity that donates garage sale proceeds to Lurie Children’s Hospital — teaching friends, family, neighbors and strangers about the many ways selling old goods can help a child battling illness. On Saturday, July 14, for the second straight year, the boys will host their own sale, donating 100 percent of their earnings, while encouraging others to follow suit before the end of the summer garage sale season. “There are so many benefits of turning your garage sale into one that benefits those in need. First, and most obvious are the recipients – these kids and families have been through so much and donations can help families in many ways,” Roth said. “In addition, those hosting the sale can use the opportunity to teach their children about the importance of giving back. Just think how valuable it is to teach a child that the money earned from selling old toys and clothes can help another child who is hospitalized and faced with a serious illness.” Roth himself is no stranger to giving back. In fact, he and his family have been donating earnings from their own garage sales throughout his childhood. Then, last summer, as a rising New Trier senior, Roth decided to grow the idea, partnering with Condry, his life-long friend, and the two were more successful than they could have ever imagined. The boys garnered publicity, even having an article placed in The Beacon, kicking their initiative into gear. Soon after, they began receiving inquiries from one resident after another, asking how to help. From there, Roth and Condry were contacted by a local radio station, ending up on the Steve Cochran Show, promoting their cause. By summer’s end they had raised a recordbreaking $3,000. The boys were thrilled, but the real reward came when the duo attended the annual Lurie Children’s Hospital Family Picnic, which part of their garage sale earnings helped to fund. “The picnic last year was for sure an eye opener,” Condry saidd. “Having that hands —on experience, facilitating the picnic and meeting the kids and families, was incredibly rewarding. After we finished playing yard games and eating barbecue food, I distinctly remember gathering all the kids to take some swings at the piñatas we made. The excitement and the smiles from the children made all our hard work beyond worthwhile.” And so, fully motivated from a wildly successful first year, the boys are offering tips and a helping hand, so that others can experience the same joy of giving back. “Anyone can come to our own sale on July 14, knowing their purchase will go to a good cause,” Roth said. “And, most importantly anyone considering hosting their own sale this summer can register through our website to donate all or a portion of their proceeds to Project Sell — even a 5 percent contribution can help so many.” Anyone interested in shopping at the July 14 sale can contact Roth directly at mroth1199@ yahoo.com to learn about location and time. And, anyone who wants to register their own summer garage sale with Project Sell can do so by visiting www. projectsell.org. If there are questions along the way Roth and Condry are happy to answer any questions and help potential sales get off the ground, making a difference in the life of a hospitalized child. “I can’t tell you how good it feels to be part of this mission,” Roth said. “We have seen firsthand how these funds positively impact the lives of these Wilmette teens Matt Roth and Grant Condry are the founders of Project Sell. Alexa Burnell/22nd Century Media families; we hope to inspire others to become part of our cause and make a difference for those who need it most.” Roth said.
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