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  • Thu 2

    Budgeting with ItsMyCu

    April 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    April is Financial Literacy Month! Join Alexis Scogin from ItsMyCU (Illinois State Credit Union) to learn about the fundamentals of budgeting. No matter what stage you are at in life, […]

  • Fri 10
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    Tech Time

    April 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Struggling with technology? Join us for some hands-on help from our knowledgeable staff at our new monthly program. Whether you’re facing issues with the internet, your phone, or tech accessories, […]

  • Fri 10
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    Planning Your Estate

    April 10 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Attorney Alexis Ferracuti, Managing Partner with the Law Offices of Peter F. Ferracuti, P.C., will provide this free introductory class on estate planning in honor of National Financial Literacy Month. […]

  • Sat 11
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    Girls Who Code Club (Grades 3-5 & 6-12)

    April 11 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Work on a project and explore the business side of video game companies.

  • Wed 15
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    Voter Registration

    April 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 years old or older as of Election Day 11/3/26, a photo ID, and an additional proof of address.

  • Thu 16
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    Personal Safety and Self Defense Workshop

    April 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    We are excited to team up with Lindsey of Strictly Self Defense for our Personal Safety and Self Defense Workshop. In addition to learning simple self-defense techniques, the training will […]

  • Sun 19
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    Youth Poetry Workshop

    April 19 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join in a free poem writing workshop for the Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards, hosted by Ottawa Poet Laureate, René Parks Wendinger. This event is for children and teens in […]

  • Thu 23
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    Kid’s Book Club (Grades K-3)

    April 23 @ 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    At this month’s book club, we will be discussing The Creature of Habit by Jennifer E. Smith and making a craft to go along with the story. Copies of the […]

  • Thu 23
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    Introduction to Food Preservation

    April 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension’s Health and Wellness Educator, for an introductory class on food preservation. She’ll share tips for food preservation safety, different ways to preserve your […]

  • Sat 25

    2026 Boater Safety Courses

    April 25 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 2026 Boater Safety Courses
    Illinois Waterway Visitor Center 950 N 27th Rd, Ottawa, IL, United States

    *Free IDNR Approved Boater Safety Classes* (Advanced registration required) This 8-hour class is required to complete your certification. Open to anyone 12 and over. Students under age of 16 must […]

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