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Woodridge History Through Library Eyes

This Week in Woodridge History Week of June 30 - July 6

The Library is now highlighting events from Woodridge's past. We plan to continue this through the end of the year. Sources used are backfiles of newspapers dated for this same week. The full articles may be viewed at the Library. Ask at the Adult/Young Adult Department Reference Desk.

June 30, 1982	The Irish Children's Fund has brought 151 children fron Northern Ireland to the Chicago area for a 7-week break from the fighting. Nineteen of the children are staying in Woodridge, Downers Grove, and Westmont. (Photos)
July 2, 1981	"Nico" is the first police dog for the Woodridge Police Department. He will be trained along with his owner, Officer Steve Herron, in a 10 week program. (Photo)
July 3, 1969	As part of the 10th Woodridge Anniversary celebration, Woodridge Special Events Committee will conduct a contest for the design of an official village flag.
July 3, 1969	Residents donated over $560 during the Woodridge Public Library's recent "book builder" event.
July 3, 1980	The Village of Woodridge acquired its own zip code (60517), effective July 1.
July 4, 1991	The Woodridge Park District and the Downers Grove High School District 99 are working together on a proposed park development in Woodridge that would house soccer fields, an amphitheater, baseball fields, and a jogging path. Originally this land was planned for a 3rd high school.

And if you have not yet seen the historical images of early Woodridge that the Library has organized, click on the following link, www.woodridgelibrary.org/woodridgehistory

-- Susan McNeil-Marshall, Library Administrator

Summer Reading Programs @ the Woodridge Public Library

The Woodridge Public Library begins their summer reading programs on Monday, June 1, running through Saturday, July 25. There are programs for adults, teens and children alike. The summer reading programs are free and open to Woodridge Public Library cardholders. So join in on the summer fun and earn prizes.

For information call the Children’s or Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

New This Year for Teens!

alt Teens can submit their book reviews online at connect2reading.blogspot.com once they have registered for the Teen Summer Reading Program at the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk.

For information call the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Library Holiday Closing

Saturday, July 4

alt The Woodridge Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4. For information call the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Auto Detailing

Thursday, July 9, 7:00 pm

alt In this fun and informative class, Gary Kouba, former owner of Perfect Auto Finish, shares his secrets and teaches all the basics on how to keep your car looking new. Gary covers how to shop for a car, avoid costly after-market products and how to clay your car (one of the most important steps in car care). All aspects of exterior and interior care are covered, including the use of modern products. Keep your car looking good!

The program is free but registration is required. Call the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Creating a Résumé That Works for You!

Wednesday, July 22, 7:00 pm

alt Job seekers will learn practical tips on effective résumé writing. Learn how to create a résumé that will give you an edge in today’s competitive job market. Very interactive—bring your questions! This program is presented by Georgiana Carollus, a certified professional résumé writer and career coach.

Free Brookfield Zoo Passes Available

alt Thanks to the generosity of Brookfield Zoo, free zoo passes are available for checkout from the Woodridge Public Library. Four passes are available for checkout, with each pass good for four free general admissions.

Checkout is limited to one pass per family. Parking and special attractions are not included. Passes are available on a first-come basis. They will be checked out at the first floor Circulation Desk . Woodridge residents (no reciprocal borrowers) 18 years +, with Library cards in good standing, may checkout one pass at a time. Checkout will be for three days, with one day's grace period. The passes are free but failure to return them will result in a $5 per day fine, maximum $50. Failure to return the passes will also result in the patron’s card being blocked from all check out and computer usage until pass is returned. No reservations will be taken for the passes.

Call 630-964-7899 to see if a pass is available. If one is, the pass will be held for 30 minutes. No passes will be held beyond 15 minutes before closing. Ask at the Circulation Desk in the main lobby, or call 630-964-7899 or click on the following link, www.woodridgelibrary.org/pdf/Brookfield_Zoo_Passes.pdf

MediaOnDemand Downloadable Audiobooks Now Available

The Woodridge Public Library recently joined with nine other area libraries to form a new service called “MediaOnDemand.” Now you can download best selling digital titles 24/7 to your PC (personal computer) or PDA (personal digital assistant) at home, in the office or from anywhere in the world. Many of the titles can also be burned to CD (compact disc). Titles include the latest fiction and nonfiction best sellers, book club favorites, award winning authors and much more. The Library is looking to add a collection of downloadable videos and music in the near future to the MediaOnDemand selection. To have access to MediaOnDemand all you need is a Woodridge Public Library card. You can have up to five titles checked out and five items on hold at any given time. Please note that specific titles vary in their ability to be transferred to PCs, PDAs (e.g., MP3 players and iPods) and burned to CDs. Visit the MediaOnDemand online catalog to browse the collection and to learn more about downloading specific titles. You can access MediaOnDemand by visiting: www.mediaondemand.org

Interested in learning more about downloading audio books from MediaOnDemand? Join us on Saturday, July 18, 10:00 am in the Library’s 2nd floor meeting room. We’ll provide an overview of the site and demonstrate how to check out and download titles to a laptop, MP3 player and iPod. For further information call the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

July Art Gallery Showing – Andrew Kim

During the month of July the Woodridge Public Library will be displaying the works of Woodridge resident, Andrew Kim. His acrylics, mixed media and collages break barriers in the visual world. "Everybody has a story to tell. We all use different methods to communicate and possess a unique individual style. I never thought what I did was a work of art, I simply painted my life falling apart,” said Andrew. “Being an artist is much more than a hobby or a career, but a lifestyle. This isn’t just an exhibition of my work, but my life.”

For further information on the July Art Gallery Showing or upcoming exhibitions call the Adult/Young Adult Department Reference Desk at 630-964-7899 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Pictured: Another Day by the Treadmill by Andrew Kim

Super Smash Brothers Melee OR Brawl Tournaments Team Melee and Brawl:

Friday	July 10	5:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday	July 31	1:00 - 4:00 pm
Thursday	August 20	1:00 - 4:00 pm

Registration required. Call 630-964-7899 and ask for Reference or register in person at the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk. Ages 10-18.

Create Your Own Video

Monday, July 13, 1:00 pm

alt Create a video using Animoto online with a photo and your favorite book covers or Library scenes. Use your video to enter the best Library video contest. Ages 13+. Registration and parent permission required. Details when you register for connect2reading.

Register at the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk. For information call the Adult/Young Adult Reference Desk at 630-964-7899.

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