The Village will have:
• A historical exhibit, walking tour and interactive community map to honor the Village’s rich history.
• A community art installation at Village Hall representing the families of La Grange Park.
• A time capsule reflecting our community today to share with future generations.
The activities will culminate with a Village picnic and birthday party to be held July 15, 2017 at Memorial Park. The party will include live music, food and other activities planned throughout the day, including the dedication of the renovation of our crown jewel, Memorial Park.
On January 13, 2017 “La Grange Park Stories’ was held at the La Grange Park Public Library. There were 27 people in attendance. It was an evening filled with heartfelt stories from residents who have lived in the Village for a long time and also those who are relatively new to our town. There was pride, love and gratitude for landing in such a great place as La Grange Park.
Future events include “Brick by Brick: Tracing your Home’s History” on Thursday, April 13 at the Library. Tina Beaird will provide strategies for researching the history of your home by using government records, newspapers, phone directories and maps. What story will your home tell?
The Community Art Project is a tile wall that will be installed in Village Hall. Residents are encouraged to submit either photographs or hand drawings of their families, homes, or what they would like memorialized about their life in La Grange Park. Forms are available online at the village’s website: www.lagrangepark.org.
Residents have three choices regarding their tile sizes:
4-1/4 x 4-1/4 - $12.50; 6 x 6 - $17.50 and 6 x 8 - $22.50. There is a limit of two per household that can be used in the public display. However, residents can purchase additional tiles for their personal use. The submission deadline is April 30, 2017.
Happy Birthday, La Grange Park!
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