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Press Releases from Woodridge Park District

Discover what's new at the Woodridge Park District. Stop by on a regular basis to get the most recent information regarding park district news, events, and programs. You will also find our most recent publications, a photo gallery, and project updates.

WPD to Dim the Lights and Lend Support for Earth Hour
Woodridge Park District will turn off all non-essential lighting at their Community Center and throughout the parks for Earth Hour on Saturday, March 27 at 8:30 p.m.
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Woodridge Park District Selects Coach of the Year
The Woodridge Park District recently chose Leroy Lozano of Woodridge as the 2009 Coach of the Year. Leroy has coached for the Woodridge Soccer Association and youth basketball for eight years and girl’s softball for two years.
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Donate Your Formal Dress for a Good Cause
Woodridge Park District is holding a dress and accessory drive now through the end of March on behalf of the Junior League of Kane & DuPage counties.
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“Building on Our Dream” Photography Contest Winners Announced
Woodridge residents captured the excitement of the 2009 Woodridge Park District and Village of Woodridge anniversaries by submitting photos to the “Building on Our Dream” photography contest. More

Woodridge Park District Awarded $237,400 Grant
Woodridge Park District was awarded $237,400 through the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant to help partially fund the construction of a skatepark at Janes Avenue Park. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in late spring and will be complete later this summer. More

Woodridge Park District Employees Go Red
Woodridge Park District employees participated in the American Heart Association's National Wear Red Day, a movement to raise awareness of heart disease in women. More

Coyote Sightings in Woodridge Area
The park district has received reports about coyote sightings in the village. Please be aware of the following tips:
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Eagle Scouts Recognized at Woodridge Park District Board Meeting
The Woodridge Park District Board of Commissioners recognized Nick Tempel and Alex Tokarski of Woodridge at the November 10 board meeting for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America by completing projects at Village Green Golf Course this spring and summer.
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Hobson Corner Park Fountain Video
Get a sneak peak of the Hobson Corner Park fountain, which will open in spring 2010.
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Forest Glen Park Tennis Courts Closed
The tennis courts and parking lot at Forest Glen Park are currently being resurfaced. Additionally, new fencing will be installed around the tennis courts. The courts will reopen in spring 2010.
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