Woodridge

Woodridge Public Library
3 Plaza Dr.
Woodridge, IL

Ribbon Cutting: June 7, 10a

Mayor William F. Murphy served the Village of Woodridge for more than 50 years, including 32 years as Mayor, eight years as a Trustee, and 34 years as a highly respected Principal and Assistant Superintendent. William F. Murphy School is named in the former mayor’s honor.

Anne Banks is a former Village Trustee, founding non-profit JANO, Janes Avenue Neighborhood Outreach, to serve children, teens, seniors, and families in her Woodridge neighborhood. Connecting neighbors to crucial resources, building community, and ensuring opportunities for youth through G.R.I.T. is JANO’s—and Anne’s—core mission. www.janowoodridge.org

Fred Hohnke was the Woodridge Park District President for 33 years. Fred improved the quality of life for generations of Woodridge residents. He served selflessly on local, state and national park associations, advancing recreational opportunities through special events, open space preservation, and development of parks and recreational facilities.

Barbara Schmith, together with her husband Roger, founded West Suburban Community Pantry in 1992. Originally serving only Woodridge residents, the pantry now distributes 2,000,000 pounds of food every year to over 65,000 persons in need in DuPage and Will Counties. www.wscpantry.org