The library will be CLOSED Wednesday, November 27 at 5 p.m. through Thursday, November 28, 2024, for Thanksgiving.
The Myrna Chelko Volunteer Award is given annually to a library volunteer who has contributed to the success of Westlake Porter Public Library as an inclusive environment that fosters learning, community growth and connection in an ever-changing world. Over the years, hundreds of people have volunteered at WPPL to shelve materials, staff the Book Nook and the Book Sale, assist in the Youth Services department, and much more.
Alice Lang received the Myrna Chelko Volunteer Award at the library's Volunteer Appreciation Reception on May 1, 2024. The award is given annually to the volunteer who best demonstrates the spirit of volunteerism exemplified by its namesake, Myrna Chelko.
Myrna Chelko was a long-time library volunteer who was known for her dedication to the library and her hard work. She helped found the Friends of Porter Public Library and her many volunteer services include being an officer of that group and a Library Board member. Myrna exemplified the volunteer spirit, which is why the award was created in her name.
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2023
Alice Lang
2022
Bob Plantz
2021
Barb Gauthier
2020
Judy Rieke
2019
Deb Myers
2018
Susan Sisco
2017
Jim Hajek
2016
Kathy Fern
2015
Patsy Spisak
2014
Karen Alfred
2013
Nancy Shaw
2012
Cathy Schultz
2011
Jennifer Cirincione
2010
Ingrid Bowman
2009
Carol Masek
2008
Leslie Rozman
2007
Barb Hajek
2006
Peggy Gambrel
2005
Marilyn Marlatt
2004
Lynn & Steve Pettyjohn
2003
Sharon Didion
2002
Sandy Galang
2001
Virginia Austin
2000
Alma McKibben
1999
Luke Yaeger
1998
Rita Steffen
1997
Beatrice Rasiwala
1996
Carolyn Leitch
