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SUMMARY:Restaurant Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RESTAURANT-WEEK.mp4\nDiscover. Dine. Delight.Join us in The Middle of Everywhere for a two week-long celebration of local flavor\, creativity\, and community spirit. \nFor two delicious weeks\, Ottawa’s chefs and restaurants will showcase special themed menus designed to highlight the best of Midwest comfort and culinary innovation. \nFeatured Dining Experiences\n✨ Comfort Food ReimaginedClassic Midwest staples with a creative twist — think gourmet mac & cheese\, elevated pot roast\, and inventive casseroles that turn cozy comfort into culinary art. \n👨‍🍳 Chef’s Signature ShowcaseMulti-course tasting menus and chef’s choice creations that reflect each restaurant’s personality and style. \nGiving Back\nParticipating restaurants will also be donating a portion of proceeds from select menu items to the Ottawa Food Pantry\, helping support our neighbors in need. \nThe Dining Passport\nGrab your Dining Passport at participating locations! Collect stamps throughout the week for a chance to win prizes and experience all that Ottawa’s food scene has to offer. Due by Friday\, March 27th! \nA complete list of participating restaurants and their *special menus are linked here*  — check back often or follow us on social media for the latest updates. We are proud to be working with B.A.S.H.\, Misfits\, Valentinos Pasta & Wine\, The Cheese Shop\, The Lone Buffalo\, Keagan’s Irish Pub\, Rosati’s\, Berta’s Tap\, Pine Hills\, Saffron Bazaar\, Jeremiah Joe Coffee\, and The Beach House! \nCelebrate creativity\, comfort\, and community during Ottawa Restaurant Week 2026 — where every meal tells a story. \nBite-Sized Interviews \nCheck out our blog for interviews with the owners and chefs from the participating businesses! You’ll find out the story behind some of the specials and learn more about your favorite local restaurants.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/restaurant-week-2026/
CATEGORIES:Historic Downtown
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SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game- Leprechaun Chase
DESCRIPTION:Are you lucky enough to outsmart the leprechaun\, King Brian? Solve all his riddles and win a prize.\nSaturday\, March 7-Sunday\, March 22 during open hours.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-leprechaun-chase/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our website. Stay and play after the craft if your schedule permits. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Voter Registration
DESCRIPTION:Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 years or older as of election day (11-3-26)\, a photo ID\, and an additional proof of address. This event is located in Study Room 2.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/voter-registration/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Educated
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SUMMARY:Your Concert Series: She Gees
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to groove to the timeless tunes of one of the most legendary bands of all time with The She Gees! This electrifying female-led tribute to the Bee Gees will have you dancing and singing along to all of your favorite hits. With impeccable harmonies and soulful vocals\, The She Gees pay homage to the Bee Gees in a way that is both authentic and fresh. From “Stayin’ Alive” to “How Deep Is Your Love\,” “Night Fever” to “Tragedy\,” they capture the essence of the Bee Gees’ sound and energy\, making you feel like you’re experiencing the real thing.  For tickets and Ottawa Concert Association membership information\, please visit the OCA website or Facebook. You can also call Beth at (815) 228-6474. Adult membership is $60 each or $130 for the whole family. Membership includes four concerts in Ottawa and four in Pontiac.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/your-concert-series-she-gees/
LOCATION:Central Intermediate School\, 711 E McKinley Rd\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
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