The Lincoln Parks Foundation is inviting the public to a dedication event for new, inclusive play equipment at Woods Park playground near 31st and “O” Street, at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 22.
The Iggy Borer Playground project was made possible by nearly 70 donors to honor the life of 6-year-old Ingrid “Iggy” Borer. Iggy reveled in time with her family, swinging the day away with her sister, and twin brother at Woods Park, located in the heart of her beloved neighborhood park.
Through funds provided by Iggy’s family and the Lincoln community, the Lincoln Parks Foundation and the Lincoln Parks & Recreation Department were able to fulfill the family’s dream of creating a park space that is accessible to all and promotes inclusive play.
“It has been a true honor to work with the Borer family on this tribute to Iggy. We are proud to partner with their family and friends to add these wonderful, inclusive amenities to Woods Park, providing play opportunities for years to come,” according to Lincoln Parks & Recreation Director Maggie Stuckey-Ross.
Donations made in Iggy’s memory provided funds for a unity basket swing and set of interactive chimes on the east side of the playground. A rubber tile surface was extended to make the new pieces accessible to all.
There will be a brief program including comments from Stuckey-Ross and others. Clowning Around will provide free balloon animals at the event.
(Photo: Mavis, Ingrid and Huck Borer. Provided by City Of Lincoln)