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SUMMARY:Tech Time
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with technology? Join us for some hands-on help from our knowledgeable staff at our\nmonthly program. Whether you’re facing issues with the internet\, your phone\, or tech accessories\,\nwe’re here to help. This drop-in program is for adults.
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LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Educated
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SUMMARY:After Hours Switch Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Grades 7-12 \nCome and join us for a pizza party and Mario Kart tournament on our new Switch 2\, sponsored by \nSOCU! Registration is required for this event for teens in Grades 7-12. To register\, go to our events \npage\, call the library at 815-434-0509\, or stop by the Circulation Desk. (Please either arrive before \n5pm\, or enter this event through the annex door on Washington Street if you arrive after 5pm.)
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/after-hours-switch-tournament/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Kids Corner
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SUMMARY:Night of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:A Pride Night of Remembrance event will be held in the north end of Washington Park\, downtown Ottawa\, on Friday\, June 12\, 6:30-8:00 p.m. \nSponsored by Open Table United Church of Christ\, the Night of Remembrance will honor members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies who have lost their lives to violence\, suicide\, AIDS\, and other causes related to  navigating life as marginalized populations.  A ribbon memorial will be available for participants to add the names of those they wish to remember\, and will bear the names of persons publicly known to have died because of violence in the past twelve months. \nA program at 7:00 p.m. will pay tribute to those being remembered\, including short elegies\, readings\, and prayers from various traditions.  Musician Justin Dixon will be the guest presenter in word and song.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/night-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Educated,Get Involved,Historic Downtown,Live Music,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Songs of the Illinois Freedom Road
DESCRIPTION:Chris Vallillo performs songs\, stories\, and struggles of the Illinois Underground Railroad. This powerful evening highlights historical songs sung by people who were enslaved\, to inspire and share knowledge among themselves. Come\, enjoy and celebrate with the Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum\, as they welcome the soon-to-roll-out new museum documentary: JOHN HOSSACK: NO APOLOGIES. \nDoors open at 6:30 pm. Tucjets are for sale at the Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum (1100 Canal St). $10 per person\, cash or check.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/songs-of-the-illinois-freedom-road/
LOCATION:The Abbey\, 113 E. Lafayette St.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated,Historic Downtown,History,Live Music
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