Inman

— June 1989

Mrs. Reed:

As president of the Park District commissioners, I am happy to tell you that your park has been renovated and has some new play trains. In fact, that’s what the little ones call it. The choo-choo train park. The teenagers still call it the Elephant Park.

Again, we are delighted to take care of the park, a treasured gift from your wonderful Singer-Warner Mothers Club.

We know you’ll be there with us in spirit.

Tom Freirichs Lemont Park District

— April 2012

Hello,

We are excited about renovations to your namesake. The children will have a new rubber flooring which will be fun to run and jump on. There are new swings and of course the beloved #1948 caboose and train.

We are proud that the Park District has added Storytime Hill. In June, Miss Sally will bring her special stories and share them. Lemont kids love her stories and the beautiful Hill will be ready with its bright green grass.

Sincerely,

Lisa Ledowski LPD Activities

Mrs. Virginia shook her head. A rubber floor? What will they think of next?

— June 2012

Dear Ms. Virginia, I just can’t wait to read from your new beautiful Story Hill.

I’m bringing the best stories and bodacious songs for Fathers’ Day. I love reading to smiling families. It’s going to be hot and sunny; we will hand out icy cold popsicles.

Love, Miss Sally

Virginia gives a happy smile as she holds another letter dated 2023 with pale fingers. No one has forgotten her. Her mission to make a playground full of children continues. She floats over to Storytime Hill and rests in the lovely green grass.